By SANDRA HARWITT, Associated Press SINGAPORE (AP) — Sloane Stephens overcame a terrible start against Karolina Pliskova to win 0-6, 6-4, 6-1 at the WTA Finals on Saturday, setting up a championship match against Elina Svitolina. “I came out here a little bit nervous and I wasn’t quite feeling the ball,” said the fifth-seeded Stephens, […]
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From HBO to HU: Howard AD Davis Brings HBO Savvy to HBCU Sports
By MARK F. GRAY, Special to the AFRO Few people in sports know the exhilaration of constantly being at the epicenter of world-class events. Howard University Athletics Director Kery Davis does. The former HBO Boxing executive is now the steward of a Bison athletic program that is enjoying a renaissance thanks to the credibility he has […]
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Was Jerry Jones Visit to the Museum of African-American History and Culture Just a PR Stunt?
By Perry Green, AFRO Sports Editor Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones took his entire team to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, Oct. 21, while they were in town for their matchup with the Washington Redskins. Jones’ visit to the Black history museum caused some to speculate whether or not it was all […]
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Eric Reid Calls Malcolm Jenkins a “Corrupt Sellout” After Near Physical Altercation During Pregame Sunday
By Perry Green, AFRO Sports Editor Eric Reid called Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins a “sellout” after the two were in a heated altercation before the Carolina Panthers’ 21-17 victory over the Eagles Oct. 21. According to reports, Reid and Jenkins had to be separated from each other after the two confronted each other midfield during […]
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Rondo’s Girlfriend “Shoves” Chris Paul’s Wife After Players Fight During Game
By Perry Green, AFRO Sports Editor LeBron James had his home debut as a Los Angeles Laker at the Staples Center last Saturday, but it was overshadowed by a fight that broke out between veteran guards Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul. Rondo, 32, who plays for the Lakers, ended up taking a few swings mid game […]
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Ex-NFL Player Out of Prison After 18 Years for Murder Plot
By STEVE REED, AP Sports Writer Rae Carruth is a free man. The former NFL wide receiver was released from prison Monday after serving more than 18 years for conspiring to murder the mother of his unborn child. The Carolina Panthers’ 1997 first-round draft pick was released from Sampson Correctional Institution in Clinton, North Carolina, after […]
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Better LeBron Debut? Cleveland, Miami or L.A.?
By Perry Green and Stephen D. Riley, AFRO Sports Desk LeBron James has made a professional NBA team debut three times and counting in his now 15-year career. Despite an 0-3 record in team debuts, James has impressed each time he took the court. The ultimate team player, James can’t help but attract star attention whenever […]
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Wizards Start Off 0-2 without Dwight Howard
By Stephen D. Riley, Special to the AFRO Adding Dwight Howard over the summer was supposed to remediate a lot of the things that ailed the Washington Wizards last season. Adding a defensive anchor, an athletic big who can run with the team’s speedy guards and a headliner to take the pressure off embattled all-star John […]
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49ers Apologize After Leaving Kaepernick Out of Greatest Memories Tribute
By Perry Green, AFRO Sports Editor The San Francisco 49ers issued a statement to the media over the weekend, apologizing for omitting Colin Kaepernick from a photo gallery recently posted on the team’s website that was intended to showcase the 49ers’ greatest moments made against the rival Green Bay Packers. According to reports, the 49ers’ official […]
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He’s Young, He’s Black and He’s the Best Quarterback in the NFL
By Stephen D. Riley, Special to AFRO I can’t remember the last time a Black quarterback was tops at his position but welcome to the future. Kansas City Chiefs signal caller Patrick Mahomes II is the real deal and perhaps the best in the league. And he’s only 23. Name it, Mahomes has it from the […]
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Is Jimmy Butler Right or Wrong for Antics?
By Perry Green and Stephen D. Riley, Special to AFRO Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler is fed up and ready to go. The four-time NBA all-star has made his demands to be traded public since the start of the offseason. After failing to move the disgruntled Butler, he reportedly set off a series of curse bombs […]
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Butler Practices Again With Wolves, as Opener Nears
By DAVE CAMPBELL, AP Sports Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jimmy Butler is still suiting up for the Minnesota Timberwolves, with the opener three days away. Despite his preference to play elsewhere, signs have begun to point to him staying with the Timberwolves at least to start the season. Butler took part in practice on Sunday, […]
