Shaq on the Spurs’ 1999 lockout-shortened NBA title; Austin Spurs to host Western Conference Semifinal game

Shaquille O’Neal argues that LeBron James’ 2020 NBA title should be as respected as Tim Duncan’s 1999 victory. SAN ANTONIO — Some have argued that the San Antonio Spurs 1999 NBA title deserves an asterisk because it came during a lockout-shortened season. And that topic resurfaced once again courtesy of Shaquille O’Neal. Addressing whether or … Read more

This is what Gregg Popovich texted to Kelvin Sampson after Houston earned a trip to the Final Four

Sampson and Popovich are good friends. Sampson credits Pop with saving his career. INDIANAPOLIS — Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson has a strong bond with Gregg Popovich, one of the winningest head coaches in the NBA. After the Coogs earned a trip to the Final Four with a win over Tennessee Sunday, Sampson heard … Read more

‘My quality of life has increased’ | Teen golfer reflects on life-changing surgery amid Texas Children’s Houston Open

Behind Kade Knobloch’s impressive golf skills is a journey of resilience and perseverance. HOUSTON — Surrounded by professional golfers at Memorial Park’s driving range, Clear Brook High School senior Kade Knobloch’s swing fits seamlessly into the landscape of the Texas Children’s Houston Open.  But behind his impressive golf skills is a journey of resilience and … Read more

‘They deserve this so, so much’ | Fans ecstatic as Houston punches ticket to Final Four

Hundreds of fans filled downtown as Houston beat Tennessee 69-50 in Sunday’s Elite Eight matchup. HOUSTON — Whose house? Coogs’ house! That was one of several cheers that echoed through Avenida Plaza Sunday at a watch party supporting the University of Houston Cougars. Houston beat Tennessee 69-50 to punch their ticket to the Final Four … Read more