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After letting Rico Dowdle leave in free agency following a 1,000-yard season, the Dallas Cowboys turned to free agent running back Javonte Williams.

The 20-year-old had reached a career-high of No. 40 before a first-round exit at the Qatar Open, where she lost to Czech teen Tereza Valentova, who rose five spots to No. 43.

The 41-year-old Lakers star confirmed he is not on a farewell tour this season, despite getting emotional during a tribute to his Cleveland career last month. He emphasized savoring moments with teammates, including his 21-year-old son, Bronny.

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown pushed back against Beverly Hills’ claims that an event he hosted before the NBA All-Star Game was shut down for lacking a permit.

National Basketball Association Commissioner Adam Silver said the league is considering stronger measures to address what he described as increased tanking this season, including the possibility of revoking draft picks and revising the draft lottery system.

Marin Čilić advanced to the semifinals of the ATP 500 Dallas after defeating Jack Pinnington Jones 6-1, 6-4 in the quarterfinals on Thursday.

Klay Thompson has signed a lifetime sneaker endorsement contract with Anta, the company announced during NBA All-Star Weekend, solidifying a partnership that began in 2015.

The NBA has cracked down on “tanking,” fining the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers for actions the league deemed detrimental to competition. The penalties come amid scrutiny of struggling teams suspected of prioritizing draft position over winning.

A former varsity player and a father inspired by his son reclaimed glory in the table tennis arena, winning the gold medal in the men’s doubles 45+ category at the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 (OMGAD) on Thursday.

Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone said it is too early to determine the impact of Kai Sotto’s possible absence as the national team prepares for home matches against New Zealand and Australia in the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers later this month.