SAN ANTONIO — Former San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry sparked controversy by questioning Victor Wembanyama’s MVP credentials and his meteoric rise. Host Jeff Garcia and Spurs on Sports Illustrated’s Matt Guzman break down Horry’s criticism, debate whether Wembanyama’s numbers and consistency stack up against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic, and discuss how San Antonio’s … Read more
The San Antonio Spurs triumphed over the Phoenix Suns 121-94, extending their winning streak to seven games. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs beat the Phoenix Suns 121-94 at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Stephon Castle led the team with 20 points and three steals. The Spurs have now won seven straight games, … Read more
The event tests an athlete’s ability to generate height, execute precise form in the air and deliver controlled landings. LIVIGNANO, Province of Lucca — The men’s aerial event in the freestyle skiing discipline finally crowned a new champion on Friday following weather delays at the Winter Olympics. The qualification round got underway at 4:30 a.m. … Read more
Many of the colorful masks that bring Carnival to life are created in a Venetian workshop. VENICE, Metropolitan City of Venice — Every day people explore Venice — riding in gondolas or walking the narrow streets. But for two weeks in February, this city throws a party. “Carnival is a special atmosphere,” said Venice tourism councilor … Read more
Cities all over Italy have great architecture and sights to take in — but Pisa might just take the … pie. ITALY, — The city of Pisa has a beautiful church. “The Cathedral is one of the oldest cathedrals that we still have in Italy. And, the dome is the second-oldest in the world,” tour guide … Read more
The USA men’s hockey team’s next game will determine who heads to the gold medal game and who will battle for bronze. MILAN, Italy — The puck drops Friday for the Olympic men’s hockey semifinals game between the United States and Slovakia. The game will determine who heads to the gold and silver game versus … Read more
Alysa Liu stunned the skating world when she retired at age 16. Here’s what she said about walking away. WASHINGTON — Alysa Liu ended Team USA’s 24-year gold medal drought in women’s figure skating Thursday, delivering a career-best performance in the free skate to capture Olympic gold. The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area … Read more