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Spurs introduce new key leaders with focus on innovation; Spurs fans gear up for John Cena’s farewell

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Fans can add to their Spurs memorabilia collection with a new John Cena farewell tour Spurs Fiesta-themed championship belt. SAN ANTONIO — Spurs Sports & Entertainment recently announced key leadership changes as part of the organization’s continued investment in innovation, community impact, and people-first strategy.  The leadership updates include the promotion of Patricia Mejia to … Read more

‘Together for Texas’: Rangers, Astros will wear t-shirt in support of flood victims

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The Rangers and Astros will wear “Together for Texas” t-shirts, featuring both teams’ logos, during batting practice Friday. DALLAS — Some things really are bigger than sports, and that’s no cliche in this instance. The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros — heated rivals on the field, and sometimes off it — are teaming up Friday … Read more

React: Spurs add big man Olynyk to roster; Expectations for Dylan Harper at Summer League | Locked On Spurs

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SAN ANTONIO — Breaking down the San Antonio Spurs‘ latest moves, including the acquisition of veteran big man Kelly Olynyk. Explore Dylan Harper’s potential impact as he prepares for his possible NBA Summer League debut against the Dallas Mavericks.  The discussion intensifies over Victor Wembanyama’s “generational talent” label, examining his unique skill set and potential … Read more

React: Spurs add big man Kelly Olynyk to roster; Expectations for Dylan Harper at Summer League | Locked On Spurs

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SAN ANTONIO — Breaking down the San Antonio Spurs‘ latest moves, including the acquisition of veteran big man Kelly Olynyk. Explore Dylan Harper’s potential impact as he prepares for his possible NBA Summer League debut against the Dallas Mavericks.  The discussion intensifies over Victor Wembanyama’s “generational talent” label, examining his unique skill set and potential … Read more

Spurs GM Wright likes the defensive intensity rookie Carter Bryant is displaying during Summer League

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San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant impresses with standout defense during Summer League. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs rookie Carter Bryant may need time to get his offense flowing in the NBA. In his Summer League debut at the California Classic versus Miami, he went 3-of-8 from the floor and 1-of-6 from the 3-point … Read more

American Taylor Fritz credits girlfriend’s influence amid Wimbledon semis run

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The 27-year-old girlfriend of Wimbledon semifinalist Taylor Fritz has been featured in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and the New York Times’ Style section. LONDON, UK — Morgan Riddle’s effect on Wimbledon semifinalist Taylor Fritz’s rise in the rankings has been significant. He says so himself. Riddle has been at the All England Club this year and others in … Read more

NCAA committees consider changes to March Madness. Here’s what they’re discussing

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The idea of expanding the tournament picked up steam in the spring when NCAA President Charlie Baker said it could add value. WASHINGTON — The committees for men’s and women’s Division I basketball met this week to discuss possible expansion of the March Madness tournaments, but made no immediate decisions or recommendations. “The still viable … Read more