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Magic-Timberwolves Preview (Nov 22, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS — Playing the second night of a back-to-back after traveling, the Minnesota Timberwolves faded Monday as the Charlotte Hornets used a 34-22 fourth quarter to turn pull away for a 16-point win.

Bulls-Jazz Preview (Nov 22, 2017)

SALT LAKE CITY — Stopping teams at the rim is turning into a massive chore for the Utah Jazz.

Preview: Heat try to snap Celtics' 16-game winning streak

The Boston Celtics put their 16-game winning streak on the line in Miami against the Heat on Wednesday night.

Preview: Panthers back home after California trip, host Maple Leafs

The Florida Panthers host the Toronto Maple Leafs at the BB&T Center on Wednesday night.

NFL MVP poll: Why it's Carson Wentz's award to lose

Tom Brady is having another MVP-caliber season, but Wentz is the one who has led his team to the best record. Then there’s Drew Brees and … who else? Here are our experts’ favorites.

Cris Carter explains how the return of Cowboys LT Tyron Smith will affect Dak Prescott

Cris Carter explains to Nick Wright, Jenna Wolfe, and former NFL head coach Eric Mangini how the return of Dallas Cowboys LT Tyron Smith will affect Dak Prescott’s performance against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 12 of the NFL.

Threats force schools to postpone Thanksgiving football game

ASBURY PARK, N.J. (AP) The annual Thanksgiving Day football game between two New Jersey high schools has been postponed because of threats.

Cris Carter on Lonzo's poor shooting: 'You're talking about a PG who shoots free throws like Shaq!'

Reflecting on the rookie’s season on the Los Angeles Lakers and his terrible shooting percentage both from the field and the charity stripe, Cris Carter discusses with Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe Lonzo’s inability to score and whether or not the rookie will ever develop a viable shot.

Scots freshen up pack for rugby test against Australia

EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) Scotland has freshened up its forward pack for the rugby test against Australia on Saturday after running world champion New Zealand close last weekend.

Cowboys' Dez Braynt is no longer an elite wide receiver, Nick Wright reveals why

After watching the Dallas Cowboys lose to the Philadelphia Eagles, Nick Wright discusses with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe Dez Bryant’s lack of production and how his continued slump on the field could signal the end of the road for Jerry Jones’ star wide receiver.

College Football Picks: Bragging rights, trophies, titles

Bragging rights, trophies, division titles and playoff chances.

Preview: Bucks at Suns

Eric Bledsoe returns to the desert, as the Milwaukee Bucks hit the road to take on the Phoenix Suns

Even 2 decades later, the 1997 Apple Cup still resonates

SEATTLE (AP) The booming baritone voice came across the public address system at Husky Stadium, reverberating off the cantilevered roofs covering the north and south stands.

Go figure: The Celtics can't shoot – and can't lose, either

The Boston Celtics’ story right now defies logic.

NBA players wish pending World Cup qualifiers were different

NEW YORK (AP) Omri Casspi will try to keep up with his Israeli teammates when they open qualifying for the 2019 Basketball World Cup this week.

Former SEC quarterback savoring HBCU experience at Grambling

GRAMBLING, La. (AP) DeVante Kincade was bouncing around a humid basketball gym in August, wiping sweat from his forehead while trying to sink 3-pointers. With a football.

Trump labels father of UCLA player an 'ungrateful fool'

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) A feud between President Donald Trump and the father of a UCLA basketball player detained for shoplifting in China reached a fever pitch Wednesday, with the president labeling LaVar Ball an ”ungrateful fool.”

Gionta trades NHL for shot at representing US at Olympics

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) For someone once constantly told he was too small to have an NHL future, Brian Gionta is enjoying a few last laughs entering the twilight of his career.

Indian police probe Maria Sharapova housing fraud case

NEW DELHI (AP) Maria Sharapova is being investigated by police in India in a cheating and criminal conspiracy case involving a real estate company who used the tennis star to endorse a luxury housing project that never took off.

Coyotes look to continue turnaround vs. Sharks (Nov 22, 2017)

GLENDALE, Ariz. — The Arizona Coyotes finally have a homestand — and some momentum, too.

Warriors' Durant questionable for visit to OKC (Nov 22, 2017)

OKLAHOMA CITY — Kevin Durant was emotional last season during his first visit back to face the Oklahoma City Thunder after signing with the Golden State Warriors.

Red-hot MacKinnon, Avalanche host Stars (Nov 22, 2017)

DENVER — Colorado center Nathan MacKinnon is firing on all cylinders as the Avalanche return home to face the Dallas Stars on Wednesday night.

Canadiens limp in to visit Predators (Nov 22, 2017)

NASHVILLE — When the Nashville Predators traded for Kyle Turris on Nov. 5 as part of a three-way deal with Ottawa and Colorado, they landed the No. 2 center they’ve long sought behind Ryan Johansen.

Davis needs help as Pelicans host Spurs (Nov 22, 2017)

NEW ORLEANS — Due to another superhuman effort by Anthony Davis, the New Orleans Pelicans did just fine playing the final 17 minutes Monday night without DeMarcus Cousins, who was ejected for elbowing Russell Westbrook after grabbing a rebound in a 114-107 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Wizards aim to clinch winning trip against Hornets (Nov 22, 2017)

The Washington Wizards will seek to complete a winning road trip when they visit the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night.

Sabres look to build on loss as they host Wild (Nov 22, 2017)

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres finally found their offense in the closing moments of Monday’s 3-2 loss against the Columbus Blue Jackets. They’ll look for more of that on Wednesday in another home clash, this one against the Minnesota Wild.

Wichita State, Notre Dame meet in Maui final (Nov 22, 2017)

Wichita State coach Gregg Marshall has achieved an undefeated regular season and a Final Four appearance but has never led the Shockers to the championship of a marquee, eight-team, in-season tournament.

Maple Leafs look to bounce back versus Panthers (Nov 22, 2017)

SUNRISE, Fla. — The Toronto Maple Leafs haven’t won a playoff series since 2004, but at least they returned to the postseason in 2016-17 after a three-year absence.

Jordan Spieth sets the bar high at the Australian Open

Jordan Spieth has another tough act to follow at the Australian Open.

No. 12 Cincinnati braces for Wyoming in Cayman final (Nov 22, 2017)

Cincinnati coach Mick Cronin is concerned that the focus and drive his No. 12 Bearcats showed against Richmond on Tuesday, especially on defense, will not be as forceful against Wyoming in the championship game of the Cayman Islands Classic on Wednesday.