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FILE - New York Giants linebacker Connor Barwin speaks to reporters during NFL football training camp, on July 26, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. Europe’s soccer leagues are so full of teams owned and operated by American investors that the market could soon be saturated. That’s why a group of six accomplished professionals studying in the executive MBA program at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School turned their attention to basketball and have acquired a 90% stake in the Italian team Pallacanestro Trieste. Former NFL linebacker Connor Barwin is one member of the ownership team. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)
US owners of Italian team chose basketball over soccer

By Andrew Dampf Jan. 30, 2023 07:45 AM EST

South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston (4) battles Alabama center Jada Rice (31) under the basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Boston, Hall lead No. 1 Gamecocks past Alabama 65-52

Jan. 29, 2023 04:08 PM EST

Providence's Corey Floyd Jr. (14) reacts after scoring a three-point basket during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Villanova, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
Bynum leads No. 23 Providence past Villanova 70-65

By Aaron Bracy Jan. 29, 2023 02:31 PM EST

Indiana Pacers' Andrew Nembhard (2) drives past Phoenix Suns' Torrey Craig (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Indiana Pacers at Phoenix Suns 1/21/2023

Jan. 22, 2023 12:53 AM EST

Indiana Pacers' Andrew Nembhard (2) drives past Phoenix Suns' Torrey Craig (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Phoenix, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Okogie, Bridges lead short-handed Suns past Pacers 112-107

By David Brandt Jan. 22, 2023 12:52 AM EST

CLARIFIES THAT IMAGE SHOWN IS FROM THE END OF A TACKLE SECONDS BEFORE HAMLIN COLLAPSED - Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) lies on the turf after making a tackle on Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins, blocked from view, as Buffalo Bills linebacker Tremaine Edmunds (49) assists at the end of the play during the first half of an NFL football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, in Cincinnati. After getting up from the play, Hamlin collapsed and was administered CPR on the field. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)
Bills' Hamlin collapses; medical events that stopped play

By The Associated Press Jan. 03, 2023 12:53 AM EST

FILE - Saint Peter's Jaylen Murray, left, and Latrell Reid celebrate after their team won a college basketball game against Purdue in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA tournament March 25, 2022, in Philadelphia. Saint Peter’s, the New Jersey men’s basketball team that made a long-shot run to the Elite Eight of the March Madness tournament this year, was among the most profitable teams for sports bettors in 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Saint Peter's Peacocks at Purdue Boilermakers 3/25/2022

Dec. 30, 2022 08:45 AM EST

Retired NFL wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders attempts to make a shot from midcourt during a timeout in the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2022, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Memphis Grizzlies at Denver Nuggets 12/20/2022

Dec. 21, 2022 12:51 AM EST

Today in Sports History-Brodeur tops NHL shutout record

By The Associated Press Dec. 20, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 21 1891 — Dr. James Naismith introduces the first game of basketball. Based on 13 rules created by Naismith, the game is tested by 18 students at...

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) drives against Phoenix Suns forward Josh Okogie (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Monday, Dec. 5, 2022. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
Doncic, Mavericks preserve big lead, roll past Suns 130-111

By Schuyler Dixon Dec. 05, 2022 11:00 PM EST

NLF football free agent Odell Beckham Jr., right, laughs with Dallas Cowboys' Micah Parsons, left, and Trevon Diggs while sitting courtside during the first half of an NBA basketball game between the Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks in Dallas, Monday, Dec. 5, 2022. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
Phoenix Suns at Dallas Mavericks 12/5/2022

Dec. 05, 2022 09:57 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys' Michael Gallup (13) makes a touchdown catch against Indianapolis Colts' Isaiah Rodgers (34) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
WRs Lamb, Gallup shining for Cowboys ahead of Beckham visit

By Schuyler Dixon Dec. 05, 2022 01:03 PM EST

New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon, center, watches during the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Miami Heat at Boston Celtics 12/2/2022

Dec. 02, 2022 11:17 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers watches during the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Los Angeles Lakers at Milwaukee Bucks 12/2/2022

Dec. 02, 2022 10:43 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Dec. 2-8

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 6 1939 — Iowa’s Nile Kinnick wins the Heisman Trophy. The back passed for 638 yards and 11 touchdowns and rushed for 374 yards. 1961...

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Dec. 2-8

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 2 1907 — Tommy Burns defends his world heavyweight title by knocking out Gunner Moir in the 10th round at London. 1944 — Ohio State...

United States' Shaq Moore (18) and Yunus Musah celebrate after defeating Iran in the World Cup group B soccer match between Iran and the United States at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Iran win another step as US soccer tries to boost interest

By Ronald Blum Nov. 30, 2022 01:39 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys' Micah Parsons watches play between the Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks in the second half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Golden State Warriors at Dallas Mavericks 11/29/2022

Nov. 29, 2022 09:55 PM EST

Today in Sports History-Gordie Howe scores his 1,000th point

By The Associated Press Nov. 26, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 27 1913 — Notre Dame and Texas meet for the first time in a Thanksgiving showdown. Both carry perfect records into the game, with Notre Dame not...

Today in Sports History-Week Ahead, Nov. 25-Dec. 1

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2022 10:00 AM EST
Nov. 29 1890 — Navy beats Army 24-0 in the first matchup of this historic series. 1934 — The Detroit Lions play their first traditional...