Spurs give San Antonio families a Christmas assist for the holidays

SAN ANTONIO — There is no doubt that when it comes to the best off-the-court moves, the San Antonio Spurs are heads above the rest. The Spurs partnered with the Methodist Healthcare System to help spread holiday cheer in San Antonio. Recently, Doug McDermott, Isaiah Roby, Spurs Coyote, and the Spurs Hype Squad provided free … Read more

The next World Cup will jump to 48 teams. Is bigger better?

FIFA says opening soccer’s marquee event to more of its 211 member countries should have an impact beyond the teams, allowing more fans to cheer for their team. DOHA, Qatar — The next World Cup will be the biggest ever after world soccer body FIFA took the leap from a 32-team field to 48 teams in … Read more

Murray 44 saves, Marner extends streak, Leafs top Stars 4-0

The Stars were shut out for the first time this season. DALLAS — Matt Murray made a season-high 44 saves and Mitch Marner extended his Toronto-record point streak to 20 games with an early assist as the Maple Leafs beat the Dallas Stars 4-0 on Tuesday night. John Tavares, Auston Matthews, Rasmus Sandin and Alexander … Read more

Legendary boxing referee Mills Lane dies

Respected for being tough but fair, Lane’s famous “Let’s get it on!” command became the final words heard before many memorable fights. RENO, Nev. — Mills Lane, the Hall of Fame boxing referee who was the third man in the ring when Mike Tyson bit Evander Holyfield’s ear, died Tuesday. He was 85. Lane had … Read more