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Nikola Topic makes his NBA debut for the Thunder after testicular cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Nikola Topic made his NBA debut Thursday night for the Thunder after undergoing treatment for testicular cancer. The Serbian guard was the 12th pick in the 2024 NBA draft. He missed all of last season with a knee injury he suffered before the draft and all of this season after the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 21 North Carolina women rout SMU 94-42 for 8th straight victory
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Lanie Grant scored 15 points, Indya Nivar added 14 and No. 21 North Carolina routed SMU 94-42 on Thursday night for its eighth straight victory. Courtney Banghart secured her 400th career win to become one of 48 active coaches in Division I women’s basketball to reach the mark. North Carolina ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 21 North Carolina women rout SMU 94-42 for its 8th straight victory
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Lanie Grant scored 15 points, Indya Nivar added 14 and No. 21 North Carolina routed SMU 94-42 on Thursday night for its eighth straight victory. Courtney Banghart secured her 400th career win to become one of 48 active coaches in Division I women’s basketball to reach the mark. North Carolina ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pakistan bowler Tariq and his unusual delivery courts controversy at the T20 World Cup
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
ISLAMABAD (AP) — With a momentary pause in his delivery and his statue-like pose at the crease, Pakistan spin bowler Usman Tariq has created plenty of attention at cricket’s Twenty20 World Cup. Just enough, it seems, to throw off opposing batters. With it has come a fair share of controversy — that his pause-and sling ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kansas State coach Jerome Tang erupts after 29-point loss as fans wear paper bags
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Kansas State coach Jerome Tang blasted his players after Cincinnati beat the Wildcats by 29 points Wednesday on a night many fans showed up with bags on their heads. The Wildcats dropped to 10-14 with the 91-62 loss, including 1-10 in the Big 12 Conference. “This was embarrassing,” Tang said. “These ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hisatsune leads Pebble Beach on a gorgeous day with low scores. Scheffler didn’t take advantage
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Chris Gotterup extended his streak to nine straight birdies over two rounds on two very different courses. He ultimately settled for an 8-under 64 on Thursday in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, leaving him two behind Ryo Hisatsune on a day of gorgeous weather and low scores for practically everyone. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jesse Minter’s father Rick is part of his new staff in Baltimore
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — Jesse Minter’s father Rick is part of his new staff in Baltimore. The Ravens announced their full coaching staff on Thursday. Jesse Minter was hired as the coach after John Harbaugh was fired. Minter hired Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, Anthony Weaver as defensive coordinator and Anthony Levine as special ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Left-hander José Quintana finalizes $6 million, 1-year deal with Colorado Rockies
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies finalized a $6 million, one-year contract with veteran left-hander José Quintana on Thursday. Quintana, who turned 37 last month, went 11-7 with a 3.96 ERA last year in 24 starts for the Milwaukee Brewers. He’s also pitched for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Angels, San Francisco ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Robert Saleh’s Titans staff includes GM Mike Borgonzi’s brother as linebackers coach
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — New Tennessee Titans coach Robert Saleh’s staff includes general manager Mike Borgonzi’s brother as linebackers coach. The Titans released a finalized coaching staff Thursday. Dave Borgonzi coached the Dallas Cowboys’ linebackers this season and has 15 years of NFL coaching experience, which includes stints with Tampa Bay, Indianapolis and Chicago. Saleh ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Justin Verlander says he knew he might someday come back to the Tigers
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — Justin Verlander’s return to the Detroit Tigers is a testament to his own longevity and the team’s increased relevance over the past couple of years. Verlander said Thursday he knew he might someday come back, but it’s been a long road for both him and the franchise. Verlander agreed to a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Right-hander Chris Paddack and the Marlins finalize their $4 million, 1-year contract
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2026
MIAMI (AP) — Chris Paddack and the Miami Marlins finalized their $4 million, one-year contract Thursday. The right-hander can earn an additional $500,000 in performance bonuses. Miami appears likely to slot Paddack into its rotation after trading Edward Cabrera to the Chicago Cubs and Ryan Weathers to the New York Yankees. Paddack, who turned 30 ... Read More »
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