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Clippers’ future on line as Sterling probate trial resumes
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The future of the Los Angeles Clippers is closer to decision as testimony resumes Monday in a probate trial over whether a deal negotiated by Donald Sterling’s estranged wife to sell the team for $2 billion is authorized under a Sterling family trust.
Finance head of Sterling’s properties says billionaire needs to sell Clippers to cover debts
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The chief financial officer of Donald Sterling’s properties said Monday that the billionaire may be forced to sell a large portion of his real estate empire to cover $500 million in loans if he persists in refusing to sell the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion.
Canada’s basketball team seeks valuable international experience in Europe
TORONTO – After failing to qualify for this summer’s FIBA World Cup, the Canadian men’s basketball team is making sure it’s prepared to make a run at the 2016 Olympics.
Nash, Triano say Canadians have plenty of toughness on the basketball court
TORONTO – Steve Nash had a good chuckle at ESPN personality Jason Whitlock’s suggestion that Canadians in the NBA are not as motivated to succeed as their American counterparts.
LeBron apologizes to northeast Ohio neighbours for ruckus outside his house; sends cupcakes
BATH, Ohio – LeBron James has sent cupcakes to his neighbours to apologize for the ruckus caused by the announcement of his homecoming earlier this month.
Michael Jackson’s Indiana hometown working on plans to name school after the King of Pop
GARY, Ind. – Plans are in the works to name a school after Michael Jackson in the late pop star’s Indiana hometown.
CBS event looks back at civil rights, forward at new business opportunities
NEW YORK, N.Y. – A CBS News event Thursday marking the 50th anniversary of civil rights legislation is both a look back at history and a glimpse into future business opportunities for a broadcast news division.
After LeBron went home, Stamkos understands but ignores Leafs speculation
TORONTO – LeBron James going home to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers led to speculation about whether a star NHL player might do the same in the near future.
Toronto Raptors to hold part of pre-season training camp in Vancouver
TORONTO – Head coach Dwane Casey and the Toronto Raptors will head to Vancouver for a portion of their pre-season training camp the club announced on Wednesday.
Argos, Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment partner on new practice facility
TORONTO – The issues of ownership and playing at BMO Field remain unresolved but the Toronto Argonauts and Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment are at least business associates.
On The Clock: Cavs sign rookie Andrew Wiggins; No. 1 overall pick can’t be traded for 30 days
CLEVELAND – Andrew Wiggins has an NBA home. Maybe a temporary one.
Person close to situation: Bon Jovi group studied Toronto sites; to meet with NY developers
BUFFALO, N.Y. – A Buffalo Bills prospective ownership group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi has conducted a feasibility study into buying the NFL franchise and building a stadium in Toronto, a person close to the situation said.
Seth Rogen surprised that North Korea is angry at his new film due in October
MONTREAL – Seth Rogen breaks into his trademark laugh when he’s asked if he’s sought Dennis Rodman’s help in smoothing things over with North Korea because of his latest film.
Trade talk requires Kevin Love to withdraw from Team USA basketball
Kevin Love still doesn’t know where he will play next season, his NBA future hanging in the air while a seldom-used league rule complicates a potential trade to Cleveland.
Byron Scott says he is the Los Angeles Lakers’ new coach, but team won’t confirm
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The Los Angeles Lakers have waited nearly three months to hire a new coach, and they’re apparently making Byron Scott wait a few more days.
Judge rules against Clippers owner Donald Sterling, allows $2B team sale to ex-Microsoft CEO
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – A judge ruled against Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling on Monday in his attempt to block the $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Clippers to former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
Clippers owner Donald Sterling loses in court, judge allows $2B team sale to ex-Microsoft CEO
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Embattled Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling lost his attempt to block the $2 billion sale of the team to former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
NBA referee Violet Palmer to marry longtime female partner in Los Angeles
Violet Palmer made her biggest call yet: The NBA referee will marry her partner of 20 years on Friday.
Michigan man with genetic disorder sues Shaquille O’Neal, saying ex-NBA star mocked his selfie
MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – A Michigan man who has a rare genetic disorder that affects his facial features is suing former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal and two others for mocking a selfie he posted online.
Pospisil, Raonic, Johnson advance to Citi Open quarter-finals in Washington
WASHINGTON – Vancouver’s Vasek Pospisil got the best of Tomas Berdych — again.
Katy Perry and Stevie Wonder join Obama for White House celebration honouring Special Olympics
WASHINGTON – Singers Katy Perry and Stevie Wonder joined other A-list celebrities, world-famous athletes and American legends who donned their best suits and gowns Thursday as President Barack Obama hosted a White House celebration honouring the Special Olympics.
Ohio lawmaker proposes license plate celebrating LeBron James’ homecoming
CLEVELAND – An Ohio lawmaker wants to give the state’s motorists the chance to score a license plate honouring LeBron James.
Pacers’ Paul George has surgery to repair 2 broken bones in lower leg
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Indiana Pacers All-Star Paul George has undergone successful surgery on his broken right leg and is expected to remain in the hospital for about three days.
Braves: Longtime SuperStation broadcaster Pete Van Wieren dies at 69 after battling cancer
ATLANTA – Pete Van Wieren, the bespectacled broadcaster who was part of the landmark team that carried Atlanta Braves games throughout the nation on Ted Turner’s “SuperStation,” died Saturday after a battle with cancer, the team said. He was 69.