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Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd received welcome news as he prepared his team for Wednesday night's crucial game against the Golden State Warriors, a contest key to the Western Conference playoff chase. The good news: Luke Doncic was upgraded after Wednesday's shootaround to probable after he missed the past five games with a thigh strain. The Mavericks (36-36) and Warriors (37-36) enter their third and final meeting

Wichita State named Paul Mills as its new head coach Wednesday, luring him away from Oral Roberts. Mills will be formally introduced Thursday afternoon. He replaces Isaac Brown, who was fired 11 days ago after three years as the team's coach. "My family and I are extremely excited about being a part of Wichita State University," Mills said in a school release. "The rich history, winning tradition and unbelievable commun

Louisville point guard El Ellis declared for the 2023 NBA Draft on Wednesday and said he will maintain his college eligibility. Keeping the option open -- by not hiring an agent -- for a return to college basketball is important in case Ellis' draft stock isn't as high as he hopes. Ellis boasted team-best averages in points (17.7), assists (4.4) and steals (1.0) in 32 games (all starts) for the Cardinals (4-28). "To Co

Arkansas State will name Alabama assistant Bryan Hodgson as its next head coach, multiple outlets reported Wednesday. Hodgson has been an assistant coach under Nate Oats since 2015, when Oats hired him at Buffalo. He previously worked at Jamestown Community College in New York and at Midland College in Texas. He has a reputation as one of the nation's best recruiters. At Arkansas State, Hodgson, 35, would replace Mike

Puff Johnson plans to pass on another season at North Carolina, becoming the fourth member of the 2022-23 team to hit the transfer portal since the season ended without a postseason game. North Carolina finished 20-13 and passed on an invitation to the NIT after a Final Four trip in 2022. Johnson, a 6-foot-8 forward, was a consensus top-75 recruit in 2019 and scored 11 points in the 2022 national championship game again

Austin FC acquired defender Aleksandar Radovanovic on loan from KV Kortrijk of the Belgian Jupiler Pro League. The agreement runs through June 30 and includes a transfer option. "I'm excited to join Austin FC and eager to help the team however I can," Radovanovic said in a news release. "The Club has an incredible fanbase." It will be the first MLS experience for Radovanovic, a Serbian who has played professionally acr

MADRID, March 22 (Xinhua) -- Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi said Wednesday that he has no plan to leave his club to join FC Barcelona in the summer.

SAITAMA, Japan, March 22 (Xinhua) -- Japan's Kaori Sakamoto stole the show on the opening day's competition of the World Figure Skating Championships as she took a commanding lead in the women's short program here on Wednesday.

By Oliver Trust

BERLIN, March 22 (Xinhua) -- Roughly ahead of the UEFA Euro 2024, Germany coach Hansi Flick is facing a delicate balancing act.

Trying to regain fans' support after a disappointing 2022 FIFA World Cup performance, the 58-year-old initiated a generation change, creating a competitive squad for Euro 2024 hosted by Germany.

German media called the project's future a herculean challenge

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Quarterback C.J. Stroud met with the Carolina Panthers on Tuesday night ahead of Ohio State's well-attended pro day in Columbus, Ohio. Stroud is a candidate to be selected No. 1 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft and previously met with team officials at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, where he participated in on-field drills and showcased his pinpoint accuracy in a brief throwing session at Lucas Oil Stadium. Ohio

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson underwent arthroscopic knee surgery after the 2022 season, NFL Network reported Wednesday. Wilson resumed workouts and throwing and is expected to be ready for OTAs. Wilson had the procedure to fix an issue that "nagged him for a few seasons," per the report. Wilson is entering his second season in Denver but first under new head coach Sean Payton. Wilson had an awful 2022, on

The New England Patriots are bringing back cornerback Jalen Mills on a revised one-year deal worth up to $6.1 million, ESPN and The Score reported Wednesday. The Patriots released Mills on Friday, clearing $4.96 million in cap space. He signed a four-year, $24 million contract with the team in March 2021. Mills, 28, had two interceptions and five passes defensed in 10 games (all starts) last season. He has seven career

Wednesday is Mike Brey's 64th birthday, and he won't be spending it being introduced as the new coach at South Florida after all. Brey told ESPN on Tuesday that he interviewed at USF for their vacancy but was not offered the job. Brey said he's going to take time off from coaching and pursue TV opportunities. A report from BullsInsider.com on Monday said that Brey was about to be named the new coach at USF. The Bulls ar

The Minnesota Timberwolves are expecting a boost to their playoff hopes on Wednesday as standouts Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards might return to the lineup to face the visiting Atlanta Hawks. Towns said he will be back for the game, his first since Nov. 28. He re-injured his right calf during rehab work in January. Edwards, who averages 24.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.4 assists, hurt his right ankle against the

Arizona State and head coach Bobby Hurley have agreed to a contract extension through the 2025-26 season. The deal still requires the approval of the Arizona Board of Regents, which is scheduled to meet in executive session on Wednesday morning. The school did not announce financial terms. "Coach Hurley has made our program relevant nationally with many significant wins and an exciting style, along with a firm commitme

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Scott Robertson will be the next All Blacks coach from 2024. Photo - Mark Mitchell

Scott Robertson speaking to the media after being announced as the All Blacks coach from 2024. Photo - Mark Mitchell

NZ Rugby must manage a tense dynamic between the incumbent and the coach-elect. Photos - Photosport

Scott "Razor" Robertson is all smiles after being named as the next All Blacks coach in Wellington. Photo - Mark Mitchell

The next All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson during a media conference after the announcement in Wellington. Photo - Mark Mitchell

Axed Soccer AM was no longer able to maintain its impact amid changing times and the departure of star presenters, a PR expert said today.

The NFL veteran signed a one-year deal with Atlanta on TuesdayAshton Edmunds

Two wins shy of the Final Four, redemption stories intersect in Kansas City when the Texas Longhorns and Xavier Musketeers collide in the Sweet 16 on Friday. The second-seeded Longhorns (28-8) are making their return to the regional semifinals for the first time since 2008, a long and winding pilgrimage that included firing head coach Chris Beard following his arrest on suspicion of domestic violence in December. Xavier