Virginia student-athlete hits runner’s head with baton at VHSL championships; father says it was accidental

Video shows an I.C. Norcom student swinging her baton as another sprinter tries to pass, striking her head; the athlete was later diagnosed with a concussion. PORTSMOUTH, Va. — A high school junior is recovering from a concussion after being struck in the head with a baton by a Portsmouth student-athlete during a race in … Read more

Five things to watch: Spurs aim for home court comeback against dominant Mavericks

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs (26-36) will host the Dallas Mavericks (32-33) tonight for the first game of a two-game home set versus Dallas. GAME REWIND The Spurs are coming off a 141-124 road loss to the Timberwolves. De’Aaron Fox scored 22 points and three rebounds, Keldon Johnson scored 13 points, and Chris … Read more

Devin Vassell’s stretch run of the season: Can he cement his place in the Spurs’ future? | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — Are the San Antonio Spurs at a crossroads with Devin Vassell? Is he a core player, or is he a tradeable asset? Explore the dynamic between Vassell’s standout games and his overall inconsistency. Host Jeff Garcia and Sweep The League’s Rudy Campos dissect the Spurs’ strategy, considering Vassell’s potential role alongside Victor Wembanyama … Read more

Minnesota Timberwolves 141, San Antonio Spurs 124: What they said after the game

Here’s what Mitch Johnson and Harrison Barnes said following the team’s road loss in Minnesota. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 141-124 on the road. The Timberwolves scored a season-high 141 points in their win over the Spurs.  De’Aaron Fox scored 22 points and three rebounds, Keldon Johnson scored … Read more

Edwards leads Timberwolves to season-high scoring win over Spurs, 141-124

San Antonio fell to 3-7 since star center Victor Wembanyama was ruled out for the remainder of the season. MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 25 points on 10-for-15 shooting to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the San Antonio Spurs 141-124 on Sunday night for their fifth consecutive victory and highest score this season. Naz Reid … Read more