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1 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Former world champion Cordina cleared of assault after petrol station punch

The judge said she was satisfied the boxer was defending himself during the incident....

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Basketball ESPN NBA

1 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Dybantsa debut delayed: No. 1 pick out opener due to ankle

AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, will miss the Wizards' season opener Wednesday because of an ankle injury....

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Basketball ESPN NBA

1 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Silver: LeBron's helicopter used to commute 'perfectly appropriate'

The helicopter used by Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James to commute from New York is "perfectly appropriate," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Tuesday....

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Basketball Yahoo Sports NBA

6 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Thunder vs. Spurs predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for October 20

The NBA slate for tonight closes with a rematch of last season’s Western Conference Finals as the San Antonio Spurs host the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Spurs finished 62-20 last season, while Oklahoma City posted a lea...

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Football (Soccer) Sky Sports Premier League

1 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Stembridge appointed new England netball head coach

Anna Stembridge has been appointed the new head coach of England through to the 2027 Netball World Cup in Sydney....

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Basketball Yahoo Sports NBA

38 min read • 20 Oct 2026

All the dumb moments that make this title so much sweeter: Part V (2020-26)

New York Knicks Team President Isiah Thomas speak to members of the media Thursday July 28, 2005 in Madison Square Garden. (Photo by Daniel J. Barry/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s Opening Night. The Knicks will play...

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Football (Soccer) Sky Sports Premier League

1 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Who is Tobi Lawal? The NBA's newest UK star EXPLAINED!

Sky Sports explains who Tobi Lawal is and why he might light up the NBA world....

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Basketball Yahoo Sports NBA

3 min read • 20 Oct 2026

JJ Redick says more practice this preseason has allowed them to focus on special situations

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Head coach JJ Redick of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 08, 2026 in Los Angeles...

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Basketball Yahoo Sports NBA

4 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Draymond Green claims rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is next face of Warriors franchise

Draymond Green claims rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is next face of Warriors franchise originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaSteph Curry has cemented himself as the face of the Golden State Warriors franchise for years...

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Football (Soccer) BBC Football

1 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Former Norwich and Celtic striker Pukki to retire

Former Norwich City and Finland striker Teemu Pukki announces his retirement from football at the age of 36....

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Basketball Yahoo Sports NBA

7 min read • 20 Oct 2026

2026-27 Fantasy Basketball Bold Predictions: Ant-Man wins scoring title, Wemby makes history and more hot takes

The 2026-27 NBA season tips off on Tuesday night and fantasy basketball will be upon us. We teamed up with RotoWire to give you our bold predictions for the fantasy basketball season. Below, you'll find some hot take...

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4 min read • 20 Oct 2026

Why Landry Shamet is Knicks' X-Factor in New York's title defense

The champagne has dried up and the cigars have been put out. A new NBA season is upon us. The Knicks celebrated the franchise’s first championship in 53 years for months. Now, the club will take on the challenge of re...

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