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Preview: Wolves vs. Wizards

The Timberwolves will likely turn to third-year guard Tyus Jones once again for their matchup with the Wizards

Cris Carter reveals how LeBron James is inching closer to eclipsing Michael Jordan as the NBA's GOAT

In his conversation with Nick Wright, Jenna Wolfe and Chris Broussard, Cris Carter reveals which facet of LeBron James’ game is helping The King reach his goal of eclipsing Michael Jordan as the greatest NBA player of all time.

Skibbe to coach Greece for another 2 years

ATHENS, Greece (AP) Greece’s soccer federation says it is renewing national coach Michael Skibbe’s contract for another two years, despite the team’s failure to qualify for the World Cup.

FIFA says doping is not widespread in Russian soccer

MOSCOW (AP) FIFA defended Russia’s right to host the World Cup amid a series of doping scandals, saying Tuesday that there is no sign of ”widespread” drug use in Russian soccer.

Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins unveils the reasons why Carson Wentz will be the NFL's MVP

In his conversation with Cris Carter, Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe, Philly’s safety Malcolm Jenkins joins FTF to discuss the Philadelphia Eagles and why Carson Wentz should be the NFL’s MVP.

Steve Nash to Chauncey Billups: Here's why Chris Broussard compares Lonzo to some of the NBA's best

In his conversation with Nick wright, Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Chris Broussard breaks down Lonzo Ball’s game, revealing what the Los Angeles Lakers’ rookie PG shares in common with some of the NBA’s best to have ever played the position: Steve Nash, Gary Payton and Chauncey Billups.

Trump renewing his complaint about kneeling NFL players

WASHINGTON (AP) President Donald Trump is renewing his complaints about NFL players who kneel during the national anthem.

Nick explains how the Steelers have surpassed the Patriots to be the best team in the AFC

In his conversation with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright explains why the the Pittsburgh Steelers are the AFC’s best instead of Tom Brady’s New England Patriots.

Nick reveals which part of LeBron's skill set has elevated The King's game to a level we've never seen

Reflecting on LeBron James’ stellar 30-point performance against Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers, Nick Wright discusses with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe what is elevating LeBron’s game this season to be the best version of himself the world has ever seen.

Thoroughbred champ Point Given heads to Kentucky Horse Park

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) The Kentucky Horse Park’s Hall of Champions is getting a new resident. Point Given is retiring from stud duty and joining the Horse Park in the spring.

Court dismisses lawsuit filed by widow of ex-pitcher Fidrych

WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) A Massachusetts appeals court has dismissed a wrongful-death lawsuit filed by the widow of former Major League pitcher Mark Fidrych.

Juan Antonio Pizzi hired as Saudi Arabia's 3rd coach in 2017

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) World Cup-bound Saudi Arabia has hired Juan Antonio Pizzi as coach less than a week after firing Edgardo Bauza.

Australian player to miss 2 games for shoving ball boy

SYDNEY (AP) An Australian soccer player will miss two league games for shoving a 10-year-old ball boy late in his team’s FFA Cup final loss last week.

Russia wants St. Petersburg to host Euro 2020 opening game

NYON, Switzerland (AP) The Russian Football Union has asked UEFA to pick St. Petersburg as host for the opening match of the 2020 European Championship.

Iranian wrestler says managers told him to throw match

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) An Iranian wrestler says his managers told him to intentionally lose to a Russian competitor to avoid facing an Israeli wrestler in the next round.

Kings ready for Antetokounmpo-led Bucks (Nov 28, 2017)

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento Kings carry positive momentum into their Tuesday night matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo at Golden 1 Center.

Jazz, Nuggets play without stars (Nov 28, 2017)

SALT LAKE CITY — A common thread binds the Utah Jazz and the Denver Nuggets together. Both teams are finding ways to adapt without key stars early in the season.

Wizards, T-wolves lean on backup point guards (Nov 28, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS — Third-year point guard Tyus Jones made his first NBA start on Sunday for the Timberwolves in place of Jeff Teague, and he played a big role in Minnesota’s 119-108 victory against the Phoenix Suns.

Bulls, Suns — two struggling teams meet in Chicago (Nov 28, 2017)

CHICAGO — With just 10 victories between them, the Phoenix Suns and Chicago Bulls have experienced their share of headaches this season.

Wade, Cavs host Spoelstra's Heat (Nov 28, 2017)

CLEVELAND — Erik Spoelstra has grown used to coaching against LeBron James again, and he could cope with seeing Dwyane Wade wearing a Chicago Bulls uniform last season.

Knights look to break another record vs. Stars (Nov 28, 2017)

LAS VEGAS — The Vegas Golden Knights can break the NHL record for most consecutive home wins in an inaugural season when they host the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night at T-Mobile Arena.

Flames return home to face high-powered Leafs (Nov 28, 2017)

CALGARY, Alberta — Fresh off a six-game road trip, the Calgary Flames will kick off a four-game homestand when they host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

Johnson scores 19, Hawaii holds off D-II Adams State, 87-77 (Nov 27, 2017)

HONOLULU (AP) Gibson Johnson hit a career-high 11 free throws and tied his career-best with 19 points, freshman Samuta Avea had 11 of his 13 points the second half and Hawaii held off Division II Adams State for an 87-77 win on Monday night.

Clippers have a late push to beat the Lakers 120-115

Lou Williams scores 42 points in Clippers win over Lakers

Lightning look to bounce back against Sabres (Nov 28, 2017)

BUFFALO, N.Y. — It took until late November for the Tampa Bay Lightning to lose back-to-back games. They will have a good chance to get back on track on the road Tuesday against the struggling Buffalo Sabres.