Reactions flooded in from sports stars and leaders around the world, from Cristiano Ronaldo to Barack Obama. SÃO PAULO, Brazil — Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king of soccer, died Thursday at 82 years old. His exuberance and mesmerizing moves as the standard-bearer of “the beautiful game” transfixed generations of fans around the globe. MORE: Pelé, Brazil’s … Read more
Reactions flooded in, with Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo calling him “the eternal King Pelé.” SÃO PAULO, Brazil — Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king of soccer, died Thursday at 82 years old. His exuberance and mesmerizing moves as the standard-bearer of “the beautiful game” transfixed generations of fans around the globe. MORE: Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs (11-23) will face the New York Knicks (18-17) tonight at the AT&T Center. This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season. GAME REWIND The Spurs are coming off a 130-114 road loss versus the Oklahoma City Thunder. Devin Vassell had 20 points and three … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — On this episode of Locked On Spurs, host Jeff Garcia welcomes San Antonio Sports Star’s Michael Jimenez to discuss which recently nominated Spurs, Becky Hammon, Gregg Popovich, and Tony Parker, will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2023. Also, which Spurs rookie deserves applause and much more. All … Read more
SAN ANTONIO — There was a recent report that Hawks guard Trae Young isn’t happy in Atlanta and might seek a trade. There’s been tension between Young and coach Nate McMillan, chemistry issues that could lead to Young asking for a trade according to a report. Rival executives in attendance at the NBA’s annual G … Read more
The Ole Miss coach said he got so upset during the game because he didn’t believe it was fair that his player got a penalty. HOUSTON — Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin said a Texas Tech player spit on one of his players and possibly used a racial slur Wednesday night in the Texas Bowl at … Read more
Tyler Shough threw for 242 yards and a touchdown and ran for two more scores as Texas Tech took advantage of three early turnovers. HOUSTON — Texas Tech‘s first-year coach had a great day. Joey McGuire got a new contract with a hefty raise before leading the Red Raiders to a 42-25 victory over Mississippi … Read more