NBA coaches are preparing their players for Orlando. For title contenders, though, there’s an even greater urgency to get back to where they left off.
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The strange, new challenges facing NBA coaches in the age of COVID-19
NBA coaches are preparing their players for Orlando. For title contenders, though, there’s an even greater urgency to get back to where they left off. Click here to read the full article…
Lakers won’t replace Howard, ‘hopeful’ he’ll play
Coach Frank Vogel said Wednesday the Lakers will not seek a replacement player for Dwight Howard, who is currently quarantining with his family in Georgia, and they’re “hopeful and optimistic that he’ll be able to join us in Orlando.” Click here to read the full article…
Sources: Rockets’ Sefolosha opts out of restart
Houston Rockets forward Thabo Sefolosha, who plays a key role defensively for the team, has opted out of the NBA’s restart to the season, sources told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Click here to read the full article…
Pistons turning training facility into voting center
The Pistons announced Wednesday that Michigan residents will be able to use the Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center as a “satellite center” to register and vote on site. Click here to read the full article…
NBA tells coaches age alone won’t prevent trip
The NBA has told the coaches’ association that age alone will not preclude anyone from going to Orlando, Florida, for the resumption of the season. Click here to read the full article…
Barnwell: What went wrong for Baker Mayfield, and can he be fixed?
The 2018 Rookie of the Year took a step backward last season. Here’s how he could get back on track. Click here to read the full article…
LIVE: F1 drivers preview Austrian Grand Prix, 2020 season
Formula One finally returns this weekend with the Austrian GP. On Thursday, its 20 drivers speak for the first time ahead of the opening race at media day. Follow the day’s biggest talking points with us here. Click here to read the full article…
For July Fourth, NFL linemen and their barbecue hobbies come in handy
NFL linemen such as Ryan Jensen and former players including Joe Thomas and Nick Mangold have found hobbies and second careers with their culinary skills. For the holiday weekend, they’ll be at the grills and smokers. Click here to read the full article…
60-game MVPs for every recent season and big 2020 names to watch
Just how often does the best player for the first two months dominate the whole season? Here’s what the past decade tells us. Click here to read the full article…
These World Series champs would have missed the playoffs in a 60-game season
Last year’s Nationals would have missed out on a title under the format MLB will use this season. Click here to read the full article…
Best fits, biggest eye rolls of the Alexis Lafreniere sweepstakes
Where does the No. 1 NHL draft prospect fit in best? Who needs him the most? And which potential destinations aren’t likely to go over well with hockey fans? Click here to read the full article…
PGA Tour shortens players’ path to return from COVID-19
The PGA Tour announced Wednesday that it will alter its health and safety plan to allow asymptomatic players a quicker road to return. Tour player Cameron Champ will be the first to take advantage of the new standards as he was allowed back into the field at this weekend’s Rocket Mortgage Challenge at Detroit after…