Sports
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Giants Defense Thrives on Blunt Feedback. And Sneaker Talk.
Don “Wink” Martindale’s frank honesty and aggressive play calling have turned around the Giants’ defense. Players say their bond with…
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When the Owner Isn’t the (Only) Problem
Wealthy owners are an easy target for fans who want to vent their anger over failing teams. But money isn’t…
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Jayson Tatum Says He’s Learning From His Mistakes
Boston beat Golden State and has the N.B.A.’s best record. But the Celtics aren’t perfect, and neither is their star.
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On the Hall of Fame Ballot, ‘None of the Above’ Could Prevail
Scott Rolen and Todd Helton stand a chance, but with every finalist having flaws, the debate between a “big” or…
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This Isn’t Who the Lakers Are Supposed to Be. Right?
The Lakers have long been seen as a glamour franchise of big names and big wins. LeBron James is dominating.…
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In the Shadow of Superstars, Golden State’s Young Players Try to Bloom
Moses Moody would be wrapped in his blankets, protected from the morning chill, when his alarm went off at 5…
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Andy Murray Has a Late Night at the Australian Open
Murray’s stirring five-set comeback against Thanasi Kokkinakis of Australia ended a day that also saw the men’s singles favorite Novak Djokovic win while playing…
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Frances Tiafoe’s Life Goes Technicolor
A thunderous run to the semifinals at the 2022 U.S. Open changed Tiafoe’s life. Now the rising American tennis star…
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When the Big Wave Doesn’t Break, but Your Emotions Do
WAIMEA BAY, Hawaii — Last Monday afternoon, Tikanui Smith, a big-wave surfer from Tahiti, received the call he had been…
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LIV Golf Reaches TV Deal, Putting Saudi-Backed Tour on the Air
After its debut season was relegated to internet platforms, the circuit that includes Phil Mickelson and Cameron Smith will be…