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Exhausted Jokic scores 35 points, Nuggets hold off Curry, Warriors 108-105

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

DENVER (AP) — An exhausted Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 13 rebounds in more than 36 minutes of action to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the Golden State Warriors 108-105 on Wednesday night.Reggie Jackson, filling in for an injured Jamal Murray, added 20 points to help the defending champion Nuggets improve to an NBA-best 8-1 overall and 6-0 at home.Jokic played the entire third quarter in an effort to help out a struggling bench unit. He also exerted energy trying to fend off Warriors big man Kevon Looney. Jokic had a chance to wrap up the win at the free throw line with 15 seconds left and the Nuggets up 107-105, but missed both. Stephen Curry’s floater in the lane to tie it up was off the mark and the ball went out of bounds off the Warriors. Jackson hit one of two free throws with 3.5 seconds remaining, and Klay Thompson couldn’t get a shot off at the buzzer.Michael Porter Jr. scored 17 points for Denver, and Aaron Gordon added 14 points and 11 rebounds.Curry, fre...

Finkel stops 31 shots, United States beats Canada 3-1 in opener of Rivalry Series

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Hilary Knight has played in four Olympics, 13 world championships and been a part of the U.S. women’s national team since 2007.Now the Americans’ captain at 34, she may be getting better instead of slowing down.Knight had a goal and an assist, Aerin Frankel stopped 31 shots and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the opener of the Rivalry Series on Wednesday night.“It seems like she comes out of nowhere and scores goals,” Canada’s Sara Nurse said. “But obviously she’s a super talented player around the net and doesn’t miss many.”The Americans won the last time these rivals met, scoring four unanswered goals to beat Canada 6-3 in the gold medal game of the IIHF World Championships in April.Canada had the early jump in the first of seven games in the 2023-24 version of the Rivalry Series, but Frankel made some tough saves to keep the Canadians from scoring.Team USA scored first on Knight’s goal in the closing seconds of the firs...

Lungu scores 20, San Diego downs Jackson State 87-61

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Dragos Lungu’s 20 points helped San Diego defeat Jackson State 87-61 on Wednesday.Lungu also contributed six rebounds for the Toreros (2-0). Wayne McKinney III added 16 points while going 4 of 8 and 7 of 10 from the free throw line, and also had 10 rebounds and five assists. PJ Hayes had 14 points and shot 2 for 8 from beyond the arc and 8 of 8 from the free throw line.Keiveon Hunt finished with 18 points and two steals for the Tigers (0-2). Ken Evans added 12 points for Jackson State. In addition, Jordan O’Neal finished with 12 points and two blocks.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Seattle secures 71-60 win against Prairie View A&M

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — John Christofilis’ 18 points helped Seattle defeat Prairie View A&M 71-60 on Wednesday.Christofilis added five rebounds for the Redhawks (1-0). Cameron Tyson scored 15 points and added eight rebounds. Kobe Williamson shot 2 of 4 from the field and 5 for 6 from the line to finish with nine points.The Panthers (1-1) were led by Nick Gazelas, who recorded 16 points. Prairie View A&M also got 15 points, six rebounds and two steals from Charles Smith IV. Javontae Hopkins also had eight points, seven rebounds and four steals.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Joseph scores 22 as Southern defeats UNLV 85-71

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Tai’Reon Joseph had 22 points in Southern’s 85-71 win against UNLV on Wednesday.Joseph was 9 of 21 shooting (3 for 8 from 3-point range) for the Jaguars (1-1). Delang Muon scored 16 points while shooting 7 of 7 from the field and added five rebounds. Brandon Davis shot 5 for 7, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc to finish with 13 points, while adding six rebounds.Isaiah Cottrell led the Rebels (0-1) in scoring, finishing with 18 points, seven rebounds and four blocks. UNLV also got 15 points and four assists from Luis Rodriguez. Dedan Thomas Jr. also had 14 points, five assists and two steals.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

New Mexico State earns 84-49 victory over Sul Ross State

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Jordan Rawls had 15 points in New Mexico State’s 84-49 win against Sul Ross State on Wednesday.Rawls was 6 of 12 shooting and 3 of 3 from the free throw line for the Aggies (1-1). Kaosi Ezeagu scored 14 points while shooting 5 of 7 from the field and 4 for 8 from the line, and added nine rebounds. Jaden Harris shot 3 for 8 (1 for 4 from 3-point range) and 6 of 10 from the free throw line to finish with 13 points.Gabe Sanchez finished with 22 points and two steals for the Lobos. Trey Nelson added 12 points and two steals for Sul Ross State. ___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

France spins its Ukraine aid

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

Presented by ASD By CALEB LARSON with LAURA KAYALI, JOSHUA POSANER, VERONIKA MELKOZEROVA and CLAUDIA CHIAPPA PRESENTED BY View in your browser or listen to audioSNEAK PEEK— The numbers show that France is a laggard when it comes to arming Ukraine, but a parliament report argues that it’s doing better than suggested. — Airbus is complaining that the German government is blocking Eurofighter sales to Saudi Arabia.— Germany spells out the details of its future troop deployment to Lithuania, the first time in its post-war history that soldiers will be permanently stationed abroad. Good morning, and welcome to Morning Defense. Tips to [email protected], [email protected] and [email protected] or follow us at @joshposaner,  @LauKaya and  @calebmlarson.DRIVING THE DAYFRANCE PUTS POSITIVE SPIN ON AID TO UKRAINE: The numbers showing that France is the military skinfl...

Stepping in, Providence’s Leo Slepski looks up to Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert. ‘Great role model to me.’

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

Providence’s Leo Slepski said he tries to his model his game after Justin Herbert.The sophomore quarterback has followed Herbert’s career from when he was a star at Oregon to being a standout behind center in the NFL with the Los Angeles Chargers.Slepski likes what he sees, on and off the field.“I’ve been watching him ever since college,” Slepski said of Herbert. “In college, he always had the grades, and he was always a great quarterback. He just had it all, which is nice.“He’s a good leader and is a great role model to me. He can throw the ball. He’s good with his feet. He’s smart. Everything a good quarterback needs.”The Celtics also like what they’re seeing from Slepski, who took over the reins in Week 4 of the regular season and has been trying to turn into a complete package like Herbert.So far, Slepski is progressing quite well. He completed 7 of 8 passes for 208 yards and three touchdowns in SaturdayR...

6 Orioles nominated for All-MLB Team honoring top players at each position

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

The Orioles’ depth led them to 101 victories and the American League East title. It was also on display in nominations for the All-MLB Team.Six Orioles were among the nominees for an honor that recognizes the top players by position across the majors, rather than separating between the American and National Leagues, as most other honors do.There will be first- and second-team honorees, with one player selected at each infield spot and designated hitter along with three outfielders, five starting pitchers and two relievers for each team. Determination of the All-MLB Team is split between a fan vote and a media panel, with winners announced Dec. 16.Here are the Orioles’ All-MLB Team nominees.Catcher Adley RutschmanBaltimore’s second-year backstop was also a finalist for the Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Awards. He led all qualified primary catchers in games played (154), walk rate (13.4%), strikeout rate (14.7%), weighted runs created plus (127), on-base percentage (...

Mother Goose Parade in El Cajon cancels for fourth consecutive year

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:00:30 GMT

EL CAJON, Calif. -- The Mother Goose Parade, San Diego County's largest Thanksgiving celebration, will not happen for the fourth consecutive year in El Cajon, organizers said."There will be no 2023 event as the team begins the process of crafting the next chapter in this fabled celebration," the Mother Goose Parade Association said on its website.Organizers added the "beloved event shall be re-imagined as a new classic in 2024." Can you believe it? These five San Diego zip codes are among priciest for homebuyers Started in 1947, the Mother Goose Parade was held for the first time virtually in 2020 and 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Last year, it was called off due to "unprecedented staffing, logistics and supply chain challenges," per the website. El Cajon Mayor Bill Wells said the city usually helps the parade with money, police and fire personnel, but not having the event for a few years, has made the comeback challenging.The parade has not been live since 2019.