Liam Griffin

Bucks’ Lillard secures back-to-back NBA 3-point championships

It was "Dame Time" again on Saturday night in Indianapolis. Damian Lillard successfully defended his 3-point title during NBA All-Star festivities.

February 18, 2024

G League’s McClung repeats as NBA Slam Dunk champion with slam over O’Neal

Mac McClung sealed back-to-back NBA Slam Dunk contest titles on Saturday night. His final dunk, a reverse slam over 7-foot-1-inch Shaquille O'Neal, earned a perfect score from the judges.

February 18, 2024

Commanders’ new coordinators promise ‘violent’ defense, balanced offense in 2024

Hard-hitting ballhawks on defense and a balanced attack on offense: the Washington Commanders will have a fresh identity in 2024, new coordinators Joe Whitt Jr. and Kliff Kingsbury promised Thursday.

February 15, 2024

Pistons’ Stewart arrested, accused of punching Suns’ Eubanks before game

A fight broke out before a game in Phoenix between the Suns and Pistons on Wednesday, leading to criminal assault charges against Detroit center Isaiah Stewart.

February 15, 2024

Nationals open spring training with eyes on young talent

Sizzling fastballs and the "pop" of mitts emerged from hibernation Wednesday as pitchers and catchers began spring training with the Washington Nationals in Florida, where manager Dave Martinez told reporters he's looking forward to seeing a promising crop of young minor leaguers and draft picks step up.

February 14, 2024

Commanders add Lions’ executive as assistant general manager

The Washington Commanders announced Wednesday that Lance Newmark, who worked as the senior director of player personnel for the Detroit Lions, will join general manager Adam Peters' staff as assistant general manager.

February 14, 2024

Orlando Magic retire basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal’s jersey in first for franchise

Shaquille O'Neal only played four seasons with the Orlando Magic, but the future NBA Hall of Famer put the burgeoning franchise on the map. The team recognized his contributions Tuesday as the franchise retired his No. 32 jersey.

February 14, 2024

Bill for Wizards, Capitals arena clears Virginia House

A bill authorizing the construction of a new arena to bring the Washington Wizards and Capitals to Virginia passed through the state's House of Delegates on Tuesday. The proposal, which would establish a stadium authority to issue public bonds, passed 59-40.

February 13, 2024

Steelers release quarterback Mitch Trubisky

The Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday cut quarterback Mitch Trubisky, who seven years ago was the No. 2 pick in the NFL draft.

February 13, 2024

Spurs rookie Wembanyama records triple-double with 10 blocks

San Antonio Spurs rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama stood especially tall Monday night. He recorded a triple-double with 10 blocks, 27 points and 14 rebounds as the Spurs secured a 122-99 victory in Toronto to end a seven-game losing streak.

February 13, 2024

Spurs’ rookie records triple-double with 10 blocks

San Antonio Spurs rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama stood especially tall Monday night. He recorded a triple-double with 10 blocks, 27 points and 14 rebounds as the Spurs secured a 122-99 victory in Toronto to end a seven-game losing streak.

February 13, 2024

Some 49ers didn’t know overtime rules in Super Bowl

The Super Bowl went to overtime on Sunday, which was bad news for anyone with an early bedtime or a misunderstanding of NFL rules. Unfortunately for the San Francisco 49ers, at least two of their players fell into the latter camp.

February 12, 2024

Virginia lawmaker says arena deal for Capitals, Wizards is dead

A deal to bring the Washington Wizards and Capitals to Virginia is dead, according to Democrat state Sen. L. Louise Lucas.

February 12, 2024

San Francisco’s Greenlaw tore Achilles on Super Bowl sideline trying to enter game

An overtime loss added insult to injury at Sunday's Super Bowl for San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who was sidelined in a bizarre accident when he tore his Achilles tendon while running onto the field in the first half.

February 12, 2024

Reba McEntire brings player to tears with National Anthem performance

Reba McEntire brought at least one player to tears with her rendition of the National Anthem at Sunday's Super Bowl. Chris Jones, a defensive lineman on the Kansas City Chiefs, let the tears run down his cheeks during the song.

February 11, 2024

D.C. hopes to enforce lease keeping Wizards, Capitals in the District through 2047

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser plans to enforce a contract that would keep the Washington Wizards and Capitals at Capital One Arena through 2047. The mayor published an op-ed in the Washington Post on Friday saying the city has offered $500 million to renovate the existing arena.

February 11, 2024

Kyle Lowry to join hometown 76ers after buyout

NBA guard Kyle Lowry is returning to his hometown. The Pennsylvania native is set to join the Philadelphia 76ers.

February 11, 2024

Ovechkin sets NHL record for empty net goals in Capitals Win Over Bruins

The Great Eight claimed another NHL record on Saturday night. With the 57th empty net goal of his career, Alex Ovechkin passed Wayne Gretzky for the most all-time.

February 11, 2024

Frankie Muniz to race in NASCAR Xfinity Series this year, starting in Daytona

Former child star Frankie Muniz is moving from the soundstage to the racetrack. He will join the NASCAR Xfinity Series this year, starting with a race Saturday at Daytona International Speedway in Florida.

February 11, 2024

Super Bowl betting has exploded. So have the problems that come with gambling addiction

Betting's fun factor is part of what makes it so dangerous. Now that fans can make bets online, there's less accountability. Friends and families don't always know how often their loved ones are gambling.

February 8, 2024