Victor Wembanyama scores 30, the Spurs snap 5-game skid with a 118-105 win over Trail Blazers

Wembanyama had 30 or more points for the third time this season, to go along with seven blocks, six rebounds and six assists. PORTLAND, Ore. — Victor Wembanyama had 30 points, six rebounds, six assists and seven blocks as the San Antonio Spurs snapped a five-game losing streak with a 118-105 win over the Portland … Read more

‘Push! Push!’: Former NFL punter delivers baby on side of highway in Solon

Woodridge alum Hunter Niswander and his wife Corinne had the unexpected delivery a few weeks ago on 422 West. SOLON, Ohio — In Hunter Niswander’s career, kicking is standard procedure. He was a standout at Woodridge High School, Northwestern, the Dallas Cowboys and now the United States Football League (USFL). But in his personal world, … Read more

Texans CJ Stroud out of concussion protocol, says he’ll start Sunday against Tennessee

Stroud had missed two games for the Texans, who at 8-7 are in the thick of the AFC playoff race. HOUSTON — Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud said Thursday that he will start this weekend against the Tennessee Titans after missing two games recovering from a concussion. “It was tough,” he said. “But my team, they … Read more

‘He just wanted to hoop’ | LaMarcus Aldridge gives his thoughts on the breakup between Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs

The former Spurs big man believes Leonard just wanted to play basketball and not partake in Popovich’s real-world teachings. SAN ANTONIO — LaMarcus Aldridge and Kawhi Leonard teamed up with the San Antonio Spurs for a few seasons before the dramatic exit between Leonard and San Antonio. So he might know what could have led … Read more

Those we lost in the sports world in 2023

This year the world said goodbye to many key figures who left a lasting impact on their respective sports. WASHINGTON — A sprinter who won three Olympic medals. A pro football Hall of Famer that was an unstoppable running back and retired at the peak of his career. And a college basketball broadcaster who covered … Read more