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Leonard has 33 and Spurs beat Blazers 110-90

San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge , left, competes for a rebound with Portland Trail Blazers forward Al-Farouq Aminu during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Friday, Dec. 23, 2016. AP Photo/Steve Dykes) San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard passes the ball as Portland Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Friday, Dec. 23, 2016.

Week 16 GameScout: Buccaneers at Saints

SERIES HISTORY: 50th regular-season meeting. Saints lead series, 30-19. After the Saints won seven consecutive games in the series from 2011 to 2014, sweeping the season series in 2012-14, the Bucs have won two of the last three matchups.

Mizzou needs more from its ‘floor general’ in 2017

Missouri guard Terrence Phillips reacts after being called for a foul in the second half during the annual Braggin’ Rights Game between Missouri and Illinois on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2016, at Scottrade Center in St. Louis. Photo by Chris Lee, clee@post-dispatch.com Missouri guard Terrence Phillips reacts after being called for a foul in the second half during the annual Braggin’ Rights Game between Missouri and Illinois on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2016, at Scottrade Center in St. Louis.

Toronto a learning experience so far for former Runnin’ Utes star Jakob Poeltl

In his first two months as a professional basketball player, former University of Utah star Jakob Poeltl has had the opportunity to play in 15 games for the Toronto Raptors, averaging 2.4 points and 3.1 rebounds in 11 minutes per game. The Austrian native also had the opportunity to start two games this year and even had his own SportsCenter top 10 highlight after a posterizing dunk against the Atlanta Hawks.

Rangers boss Mark Warburton says crocked Jordan Rossiter will be an Ibrox star for years to come

The teenage midfielder has spent much of the season on the sidelines but the Gers gaffer won’t rush Rossiter back into action. Jordan Rossiter in action for Rangers against Peterhead at the start of August – one of only six appearances for the midfielder Mark Warburton last night insisted he won’t ruin Jordan Rossiter’s career by aiming for a quick-fix to the youngster’s injury problems.

Pakistan looks forward to red ball, hard MCG pitch

” Pakistan batting coach Grant Flower says his side is looking forward to a return of the red ball and a hard Melbourne Cricket Ground pitch for the second test against Australia beginning Monday. The visitors lost the day-night first test at the Gabba by 39 runs, having made a bold bid at a come-from-behind victory.

NBA, players complete process of ratifying new labor deal

The National Basketball Players Association has completed its process of voting to approve the terms of the next collective bargaining agreement between the league and its players, which was tentatively agreed upon last week. All that’s left to do now is for the sides to sign the deal, which will happen once the writing of the actual document is completed.

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Did the odds just increase that we might see Tony Romo get some playing time on Sunday? Do you think we should? Matt Mosley: I don’t think he’ll see any mop-up time, if that’s what you’re asking. And I don’t think he’ll get the start or even play in a meaningless Week 17 game.

Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni says James Harden bought in from day

As much as Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni has praised the play of guard James Harden, he said a large part of the success goes back to before the season started when Harden quickly took to D’Antoni’s style and his role. “If he doesn’t buy in to how I would like to coach, then obviously we’re not made for each other,” D’Antoni said.

Will Barkley be part of Bears’ future?

Before he contemplates what his future might be with the Bears, quarterback Matt Barkley remains focused on the present — Saturday’s game vs. Washington. ” kind of where my head is at — taking this one game at a time and not getting caught up in the emotions of this sport and finishing strong,” Barkley said.

Jets coach Bowles hospitalized

New York Jets coach Todd Bowles was admitted to a hospital with an undisclosed illness on Friday and did not accompany the team to Foxborough, Mass., for Saturday’s game against New England, the team announced. Bowles is listed in stable condition, although his availability to be on the sideline is uncertain as the Jets visit the AFC East-rival Patriots .

nfl playoff scenarios

DECEMBER 22: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants calls a play against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field on December 22, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Rams looking to reach potential

… return. On defense, eight do. And key backups, too. What it leads to is potential, the dirtiest of all the words in sports. It suggests production, when what coaches crave is proof, and the Rams of Thursday night still have plenty to check off the …

Best bets on Week 16 NFL games

It’s Week 16 of the NFL season and ESPN Chalk’s Vegas experts have you covered with comprehensive betting previews for all of Saturday’s action , included together in one handy file. Last week: 4-2-1 against the spread with best bets ; 5-0 with over/under best bets; 3-3 on ATS leans; 0-3 on O/U leans.

Juventus 1-1 AC Milan (AET, Pens 3-4): Pasalic punishes Bianconeri misses in shootout

Mario Mandzukic and Paulo Dybala misses proved costly as the resurgent San Siro side lifted their first piece of silverware under Vincenzo Montella Gianluigi Donnarumma saved the decisive penalty from Paulo Dybala as AC Milan won the Supercoppa Italiana 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw after extra time with Juventus in Doha. Mario Pasalic sealed victory for Milan after Donnarumma had spurned Dybala, who also missed a gilt-edged extra-time chance.