Spurs start off hot but cool in second half and lose to in-state rival Mavericks, 116-93

Victor Wembanyama had 26 points, 20 in the first half and nine rebounds in final game before the All-Star break. DALLAS — Kyrie Irving scored 34 points, Luka Doncic had 27 before leaving early in the fourth period and the Dallas Mavericks overcame an early 15-point deficit to beat the San Antonio Spurs 116-93 on … Read more

‘A little hiccup’ | Astros ace says he’s behind schedule after offseason shoulder issue

The three-time Cy Young Award winner spoke on the first official day for pitchers and catchers at Astros camp. WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander says he is “a little bit behind schedule” due to offseason shoulder inflammation that could prevent him from being ready to pitch on opening day. Verlander, … Read more