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What to watch while sports are on hiatus
If you're reading this, you're probably at home and beginning to realize just how much live sports programming you consume on a daily basis. The absence of your favorite league is jarring, and you're not exactly sure how to proceed. Hey, there are only so many episodes of "Love is Blind" one person can take before they find themselves resorting to a diet of old NBA Slam Dunk Contest mixtapes and Tom Brady conspiracy theory videos. ... Oh yeah, they're out there.
If you're reading this, you're probably at home and beginning to realize just how much live sports programming you consume on a daily basis. The absence of your favorite league is jarring, and you're not exactly sure how to proceed. Hey, there are only so many episodes of "Love is Blind" one person can take before they find themselves resorting to a diet of old NBA Slam Dunk Contest mixtapes and Tom Brady conspiracy theory videos. ... Oh yeah, they're out there.
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Korean Basketball League won't restart season, casting pall
The KBL has been suspended since Feb. 29. Officials from all 10 teams met Tuesday morning in Seoul to discuss whether to resume play on March 29 as scheduled, but they elected to abandon that plan, the source said.
Kyrie Irving donates $323K, partners to provide 250K meals during coronavirus pandemic
Locally, Irving is partnering with City Harvest, a New York-based organization dedicated to feeding those in need, to ensure that 250,000 meals are distributed to New Yorkers.
The KBL has been suspended since Feb. 29. Officials from all 10 teams met Tuesday morning in Seoul to discuss whether to resume play on March 29 as scheduled, but they elected to abandon that plan, the source said.
Kyrie Irving donates $323K, partners to provide 250K meals during coronavirus pandemic
Locally, Irving is partnering with City Harvest, a New York-based organization dedicated to feeding those in need, to ensure that 250,000 meals are distributed to New Yorkers.
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Ex-Texas A&M guard David Edwards dies after battling coronavirus
David Edwards, a guard for the Texas A&M basketball team in the early 1990s who holds the school's single-season record for total assists, has died of complications from the coronavirus. A university official confirmed the news to The Dallas Morning News after Edwards' former Aggies teammate Charles Henderson posted about it on social media earlier Monday.
A three-time all-SWC player, Edwards is one of six players in Division I history to record a triple-double in consecutive games, doing so March 5, 1994, and March 10, 1994. Former St. John's guard Lee Green also died after battling the coronavirus, his former teammate Lamont Middleton told The New York Post on Monday. Green played for St. John's from 1991 to '94, averaging 2.4 points.
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David Edwards, a guard for the Texas A&M basketball team in the early 1990s who holds the school's single-season record for total assists, has died of complications from the coronavirus. A university official confirmed the news to The Dallas Morning News after Edwards' former Aggies teammate Charles Henderson posted about it on social media earlier Monday.
A three-time all-SWC player, Edwards is one of six players in Division I history to record a triple-double in consecutive games, doing so March 5, 1994, and March 10, 1994. Former St. John's guard Lee Green also died after battling the coronavirus, his former teammate Lamont Middleton told The New York Post on Monday. Green played for St. John's from 1991 to '94, averaging 2.4 points.
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MLB, union weighing variables for potential restart of season
MLB and the MLBPA have worked toward a potential agreement over the past 10 days, acknowledging the inevitability of a shortened season that both parties hope would begin by early June and would guarantee players a prorated salary that would depend on the number of games played, according to sources.
MLB and the MLBPA have worked toward a potential agreement over the past 10 days, acknowledging the inevitability of a shortened season that both parties hope would begin by early June and would guarantee players a prorated salary that would depend on the number of games played, according to sources.
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NFL wants April draft to go on as scheduled despite GMs' recommendation
COVID-19 pandemic.
NFL to institute coronavirus mandates, including closure of facilities
COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 pandemic.
NFL to institute coronavirus mandates, including closure of facilities
COVID-19 pandemic.
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NFL to institute coronavirus mandates, including closure of facilities
In a memo sent to teams Tuesday night, commissioner Roger Goodell said the rules were meant to "ensure that all clubs operate on a level playing field, and that the NFL continues to conduct itself in a responsible way at this time."
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In a memo sent to teams Tuesday night, commissioner Roger Goodell said the rules were meant to "ensure that all clubs operate on a level playing field, and that the NFL continues to conduct itself in a responsible way at this time."
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Karl-Anthony Towns: Mother in coma after showing COVID-19 symptoms
Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl Anthony Towns has become the latest public face in the fight against the coronavirus after revealing in an emotional video late Tuesday night that his mother has been hospitalized for the past week and is dealing with health complications from what he believes to be COVID-19.
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Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl Anthony Towns has become the latest public face in the fight against the coronavirus after revealing in an emotional video late Tuesday night that his mother has been hospitalized for the past week and is dealing with health complications from what he believes to be COVID-19.
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Tokyo 2020 Olympics officially postponed until 2021
The opening ceremony had been planned for July 24. According to the statement, the World Health Organization had consulted with both parties on Tuesday about what it called the "accelerating" pandemic. There are now more than 390,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 worldwide, with more than 17,000 deaths. Nearly every country has been impacted.
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The opening ceremony had been planned for July 24. According to the statement, the World Health Organization had consulted with both parties on Tuesday about what it called the "accelerating" pandemic. There are now more than 390,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 worldwide, with more than 17,000 deaths. Nearly every country has been impacted.
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Trump Wants 'Packed Churches' On Easter Despite Grim Coronavirus Warnings
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Why It Only Took One Player With Coronavirus To Shutter Sports
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Saints' Sean Payton says he's 'doing well' after testing positive for the coronavirus
"I'm doing well. I was cleared yesterday," Payton said. "It's been quite a process. You spend a lot of time trying to learn as much as you can about it. We're certainly seeing it on the news 24/7.
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"I'm doing well. I was cleared yesterday," Payton said. "It's been quite a process. You spend a lot of time trying to learn as much as you can about it. We're certainly seeing it on the news 24/7.
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What to watch while sports are on hiatus
If you're reading this, you're probably at home and beginning to realize just how much live sports programming you consume on a daily basis. The absence of your favorite league is jarring, and you're not exactly sure how to proceed. Hey, there are only so many episodes of "Love is Blind" one person can take before they find themselves resorting to a diet of old NBA Slam Dunk Contest mixtapes and Tom Brady conspiracy theory videos. ... Oh yeah, they're out there.As the sports world remains at a standstill in a unified attempt to slow the spread of the coronavirus, this list is intended to help you fill the void in your regularly scheduled television programming. Because while nothing can compare to live competition, there's plenty of premium sports content still very much available to you.
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If you're reading this, you're probably at home and beginning to realize just how much live sports programming you consume on a daily basis. The absence of your favorite league is jarring, and you're not exactly sure how to proceed. Hey, there are only so many episodes of "Love is Blind" one person can take before they find themselves resorting to a diet of old NBA Slam Dunk Contest mixtapes and Tom Brady conspiracy theory videos. ... Oh yeah, they're out there.As the sports world remains at a standstill in a unified attempt to slow the spread of the coronavirus, this list is intended to help you fill the void in your regularly scheduled television programming. Because while nothing can compare to live competition, there's plenty of premium sports content still very much available to you.
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Stars around globe lend support to medical world
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James taped a message of support and gratitude for UCLA health care workers Wednesday, joining a trend of athletes finding ways to support medical staffers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.Athletes from around the world, from Pete Alonso to Ziatan Ibrahimovic to Stephen Curry, are expressing direct support and putting their dollars behind medical professionals during this international health crisis. Some athletes are raising money, and others are recording videos of support, donating protective equipment to hospitals and feeding hospital staffs working overtime.
Ibrahimovic, who now plays for AC Milan in Serie A after playing for the LA Galaxy of the MLS, has started fundraising campaigns. The soccer superstar opened a GoFundMe for Humanitas hospitals in Italy. The country has had more than 53,000 reported cases of the coronavirus and more than 5,400 deaths, surpassing China for the country with the largest death toll. In six days, the fundraising totals on Ibrahimovic's pages have exceeded $300,000.
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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James taped a message of support and gratitude for UCLA health care workers Wednesday, joining a trend of athletes finding ways to support medical staffers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.Athletes from around the world, from Pete Alonso to Ziatan Ibrahimovic to Stephen Curry, are expressing direct support and putting their dollars behind medical professionals during this international health crisis. Some athletes are raising money, and others are recording videos of support, donating protective equipment to hospitals and feeding hospital staffs working overtime.
Ibrahimovic, who now plays for AC Milan in Serie A after playing for the LA Galaxy of the MLS, has started fundraising campaigns. The soccer superstar opened a GoFundMe for Humanitas hospitals in Italy. The country has had more than 53,000 reported cases of the coronavirus and more than 5,400 deaths, surpassing China for the country with the largest death toll. In six days, the fundraising totals on Ibrahimovic's pages have exceeded $300,000.
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Coronavirus: Conor McGregor urges vigilance, calls for lockdown amid COVID-19 pandemic
Irish UFC superstar Conor McGregor has continued his push for strict self-quarantine efforts in his home country as the coronavirus pandemic has continued to spread across the globe. After a few days of positive trends for Ireland in teorms of confirmed cases dropping, McGregor took to social media to encourage best practices for his countrymen and women to continue to slow the spread of the virus. "Quick reminder to stay vigilant with our quarantine efforts, team Ireland," McGregor posted on Instagram. "We have seen a drop over the last 3 days in numbers of infected. From 191 cases on Thursday, March 19th (Our heaviest day to date) to a slight decrease of 126 the following day, Friday March 20th. To now today, Saturday March 21th, a total number of 102 new cases." McGregor also recommended the Irish public resist the urge to go out during the "peak" of the weekend on Saturday, stating vigilance was needed. Ireland has issued some "lockdown" measures to be placed while attempting to slow the spread of coronavirus, but in recent days, experts have suggested the country is inching closer to being the latest to expand on more restrictive lockdown measures.
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Irish UFC superstar Conor McGregor has continued his push for strict self-quarantine efforts in his home country as the coronavirus pandemic has continued to spread across the globe. After a few days of positive trends for Ireland in teorms of confirmed cases dropping, McGregor took to social media to encourage best practices for his countrymen and women to continue to slow the spread of the virus. "Quick reminder to stay vigilant with our quarantine efforts, team Ireland," McGregor posted on Instagram. "We have seen a drop over the last 3 days in numbers of infected. From 191 cases on Thursday, March 19th (Our heaviest day to date) to a slight decrease of 126 the following day, Friday March 20th. To now today, Saturday March 21th, a total number of 102 new cases." McGregor also recommended the Irish public resist the urge to go out during the "peak" of the weekend on Saturday, stating vigilance was needed. Ireland has issued some "lockdown" measures to be placed while attempting to slow the spread of coronavirus, but in recent days, experts have suggested the country is inching closer to being the latest to expand on more restrictive lockdown measures.
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Today-would-have-been-Opening Day MLB Power Rankings
Well, there are no flyovers, no cracks of the bat, no peanuts or Cracker Jack. But that doesn't mean there can't be Power Rankings. On what would have been Opening Day, we compile the votes of ESPN's baseball reporters, writers and editors and unveil our rankings for all 30 teams, looking at where they stand with the season in limbo. Along with the rankings, David Schoenfield and Bradford Doolittle offer a look at what a shortened schedule could mean for each team's season.
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Well, there are no flyovers, no cracks of the bat, no peanuts or Cracker Jack. But that doesn't mean there can't be Power Rankings. On what would have been Opening Day, we compile the votes of ESPN's baseball reporters, writers and editors and unveil our rankings for all 30 teams, looking at where they stand with the season in limbo. Along with the rankings, David Schoenfield and Bradford Doolittle offer a look at what a shortened schedule could mean for each team's season.
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Drew and Brittany Brees commit $5 million to help Louisiana
Drew Brees and his wife, Brittany, announced a $5 million commitment to the state of Louisiana in 2020 to help "our communities get through this tough time." The New Orleans Saints quarterback said via Twitter last week that assessing the need in New Orleans is "a daunting task" in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak because of how many people it has affected in different ways.
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Drew Brees and his wife, Brittany, announced a $5 million commitment to the state of Louisiana in 2020 to help "our communities get through this tough time." The New Orleans Saints quarterback said via Twitter last week that assessing the need in New Orleans is "a daunting task" in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak because of how many people it has affected in different ways.
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How postponing the Tokyo Olympics drastically changes the golf calendar
What appeared inevitable in recent days became reality Tuesday as the Tokyo Olympic Games were postponed, meaning another big event on the golf calendar will not take place as scheduled. The decision is understandable in light of the coronavirus pandemic but still heartbreaking for the dozens upon dozens of athletes whose sole focus for years has been the 2020 Games. Unlike the Rio Games in 2016, there was increased enthusiasm for the Tokyo golf competition. Those who skipped it four years ago -- many citing the Zika virus -- realized what they were missing. Rory Mellroy, for one, acknowledged the missed opportunity and appeared poised to represent Ireland this summer.
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What appeared inevitable in recent days became reality Tuesday as the Tokyo Olympic Games were postponed, meaning another big event on the golf calendar will not take place as scheduled. The decision is understandable in light of the coronavirus pandemic but still heartbreaking for the dozens upon dozens of athletes whose sole focus for years has been the 2020 Games. Unlike the Rio Games in 2016, there was increased enthusiasm for the Tokyo golf competition. Those who skipped it four years ago -- many citing the Zika virus -- realized what they were missing. Rory Mellroy, for one, acknowledged the missed opportunity and appeared poised to represent Ireland this summer.
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Women's Basketball Hall of Fame postpones induction to '21
The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame has postponed its June 2020 induction ceremony until next year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Class of 2020 will now become the Class of 2021 and be inducted into the hall in Knoxville, Tennessee, on June 12, 2021. There will be no additional members added for next year. What now becomes the Class of 2021 consists of seven members: former college/WNBA/USA Basketball players Tamika Catchings and Swin Cash, former WNBA and international player Lauren Jackson, former Delta State player Debbie Brock, and contributors Carol Callan (USA Basketball), Carol Stiff (ESPN) and Sue Donohoe (NCAA).
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The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame has postponed its June 2020 induction ceremony until next year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Class of 2020 will now become the Class of 2021 and be inducted into the hall in Knoxville, Tennessee, on June 12, 2021. There will be no additional members added for next year. What now becomes the Class of 2021 consists of seven members: former college/WNBA/USA Basketball players Tamika Catchings and Swin Cash, former WNBA and international player Lauren Jackson, former Delta State player Debbie Brock, and contributors Carol Callan (USA Basketball), Carol Stiff (ESPN) and Sue Donohoe (NCAA).
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