Bob Iger’s Role In Lakers’ $12.5 Billion Sale Was ‘Exaggerated’, Josh Kushner To Take Over As Governor

Bob Iger’s Role In Lakers’ $12.5 Billion Sale Was ‘Exaggerated’, Josh Kushner To Take Over As Governor

Bob Iger's Role In Lakers' $12.5 Billion Sale Was 'Exaggerated'; Josh Kushner To Take Over As Governor

NBA star Gilgeous-Alexander takes stake in Spanish soccer giant Atletico Madrid

MADRID (AP) — NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the ownership group at Atletico Madrid, the Spanish top-flight club said Friday.

Trail Blazers owner says he intends to bring a championship to Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season ticket holders that he intends to bring a championship to Portland.

NBA, FIBA reiterate plan for new Europe league whether EuroLeague merger happens or not

LONDON (AP) — The NBA was pressing ahead with plans to launch a new European basketball league, saying on Thursday the current model was seriously undervalued.

Knicks say they are pausing contract negotiations and will focus solely on preparing for the season

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks are focused on their NBA title defense now and will worry about contract negotiations later.

NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Atletico Madrid ownership group

NBA sensation Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially expanded his portfolio into European football by joining the ownership group at Atletico Madrid. The Oklahoma City Thunder star, widely regarded as one of the finest basketball players on the planet, brings a championship-winning pedigree to the Wanda Metropolitano.

MLS commissioner Don Garber urges Harry Kane to follow Lionel Messi to America as 'dream' transfer target

Major League Soccer (MLS) commissioner Don Garber has welcomed the prospect of Harry Kane moving to the United States. Following the Bayern Munich striker's admission that he would consider an American transfer, Garber believes landing the England captain would fulfil a long-term dream for the competition.

NFL urges the Supreme Court to rule on regulation of prediction markets

The NFL is urging the Supreme Court to rule on the regulation of prediction markets after the league accounted for $1.8 billion in trading volume on the first Sunday of this season alone, arguing that states are better positioned to oversee sports-related contracts “given the current landscape.”

First £100m goalkeeper! Man City or Chelsea tipped to make history as former Premier League shot-stopper makes record-shattering transfer prediction

Given the direction in which transfer fees are heading, it feels like only a matter of time before someone breaks records by spending £100 million ($132m) on a goalkeeper. Shaka Hislop, who knows all about the importance of that position having filled it himself, has told GOAL that Manchester City - FFP sanctions permitting - and Chelsea are the clubs most likely to rewrite the history books.

Stanley Cup winner Darryl Sutter shares wisdom in book, doesn't rule out NHL return

Only a specific set of circumstances would get Darryl Sutter off the family ranch and behind an NHL bench or into an owner's box again.

LeBron James has a strong start in his first game with the 76ers and expects things to get better

NEW YORK (AP) — LeBron James knew Thursday night was going to feel different, playing in a game for the Philadelphia 76ers for the first time.

UEFA details qualities of candidate it wants to challenge Infantino and reform FIFA

BERLIN (AP) — European soccer body UEFA has detailed the kind of FIFA president it wants to replace Gianni Infantino — “a respected and unifying figure, deeply rooted in football.”

Yankees end 17th straight season without a title. Imagine how George Steinbrenner would've reacted

NEW YORK (AP) — George Steinbrenner would be firing people.

Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they’ve traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.

Ex-college basketball player Kerr Kriisa admits demanding $9,000 from victim in fraud scheme

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (AP) — Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa admitted Thursday to demanding $9,000 from a victim as part of a fraud scheme.

‘With certain caveats’ - Why Man City & Co should be allowed to ‘spend what they want’ as FFP regulations prevent billionaire owners from splashing the cash

Manchester City remain wedged under the Financial Fair Play (FFP) microscope, but Danny Mills has told GOAL why - “with certain caveats” - billionaire owners in the Premier League should be allowed to “spend what they want”. The deepest of pockets can now be found in boardrooms across English football, so why are the super wealthy not able to splash the cash?

Everton up for sale after US owner says it is exploring investment options

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Premier League club Everton is on the market again after U.S. owner the Friedkin Group announced on Friday it was exploring investment options and a potential sale.

Manager Maresca says he has complete trust in Man City despite bombshell verdict

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manager Enzo Maresca defended Manchester City's ownership on Friday following the club being found guilty of financial wrongdoing in the biggest scandal in Premier League history.

Giants are 3-1 and underdogs again at Washington, which players are using as fuel

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Minutes after he and the New York Giants won last weekend, Cam Skattebo was quick to point out that they were not expected to — at least by oddsmakers.

Heat center Bam Adebayo kept the secret that A'ja Wilson was the WNBA's MVP again

MIAMI (AP) — A'ja Wilson found out Thursday that she was the WNBA's Most Valuable Player.

Devils take on the Canucks after Evangelista's 2-goal showing

Vancouver Canucks (2-3, in the Pacific Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (1-2, in the Metropolitan Division)