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Lakers' game Tuesday postponed after Kobe Bryant's death LOS ANGELES — The NBA has postponed the Los Angeles Lakers' next game against the Clippers on Tuesday night after the deaths of retired superstar Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others in a helicopter crash. by Associated Press Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 5:10pm

Pitts chosen as track coach at Helias Phil Pitts has been named as the new track and field coach at Helias Catholic High School. Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 8:35am

Broncos' LB Miller believes in Lock, goes back to basics to sack Mahomes DENVER — Take the word of a Pro Bowl pass rusher who's expended a lot of energy chasing him around: Patrick Mahomes is the best QB in the business at the moment. by Associated Press Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 4:55am

NHL may bring 'international flavor' to All-Star Game ST. LOUIS — Nathan MacKinnon enjoyed when the NHL All-Star Game featured North America against the World in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Something similar could be coming back next year, but with a twist. by Associated Press Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 2:43am

Chiefs, 49ers arrive in Miami for Super Bowl week MIAMI — Kansas City waited 50 years to get back to a Super Bowl. And then the Chiefs had to wait a few extra minutes once they got to Miami. by Associated Press Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 12:10am

Woods stunned to learn about of Bryant's death SAN DIEGO — Tiger Woods has heard just about everything from playing before the biggest crowds in golf, and he tends to ignore it. Most puzzling was what he kept hearing along the back nine Sunday at Torrey Pines. "Do it for Mamba." by Associated Press Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 12:10am

Federer overcomes slow start, reaches Australian Open QFs MELBOURNE, Australia — Roger Federer needed some time to get going in the Australian Open's fourth round, a match after a draining and difficult escape in which he was two points from defeat. To be precise, he required a full set to get sorted. by Associated Press Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 12:05am

Lady Jays to host Lady Crusaders The recent run of crosstown showdowns will conclude tonight when the Jefferson City Lady Jays host the Helias Lady Crusaders in basketball at Fleming Fieldhouse. by News Tribune Published Jan. 27 2020 @ 12:05am

Sagstrom wins on LPGA Tour BOCA RATON, Fla. — Madelene Sagstrom won the Gainbridge LPGA at Boca Rio on Sunday for her first LPGA Tour title, birdieing the par-3 17th to tie for the lead and winning with a par when Nasa Hataoka missed a 3-footer on the last. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:50pm

Leishman rallies to win at Torrey Pines SAN DIEGO — Marc Leishman realized he had at two-shot lead as he stood over a 6-foot birdie putt on the final hole at Torrey Pines. He also knew Jon Rahm was the only one who could catch him. That made his final birdie all the more important. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:45pm

Pro Bowlers honor Bryant as AFC tops NFC again ORLANDO, Fla. — Green Bay linebacker Za'Darius Smith hastily organized an homage to Kobe Bryant minutes before the Pro Bowl. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:40pm

Kobe Bryant's death leaves NBA players, others in shock NEW YORK — Kobe Bryant authored some of his most memorable moments at Madison Square Garden and made himself a centerpiece of the Lakers-Celtics rivalry. Bryant was remembered for that and so much more Sunday after the five-time NBA champion, his teenage daughter and seven others were killed in a helicopter crash. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:30pm

Justin Smith inducted into Missouri Sports Hall of Fame SPRINGFIELD — Former Jefferson City Jay and Missouri Tiger football player Justin Smith was one of 16 individuals inducted Sunday into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. by News Tribune Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:30pm

Kobe Bryant, daughter among nine killed in helicopter crash CALABASAS, Calif. — NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others were killed Sunday when their helicopter plunged into a steep hillside in dense morning fog in Southern California, his sudden death at age 41 touching off an outpouring of grief for a star whose celebrity transcended basketball. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:30pm

Texas A&M women rout Missouri 72-53 COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Kayla Wells scored 18 points and N'dea Jones added a double-double as No. 15 Texas A&M rolled to a 72-53 victory Sunday against Missouri. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:15pm

Taylor obliterates Rolex 24 field without his sons DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Wayne Taylor raised two sons to become world-class sports car drivers. In the biggest event in North America, the recent empty nester proved he's still the man in charge. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 11:15pm

Driftwood Outdoors: Winter trout fishing on the Niangua River During the summer, the Niangua River will be swarming with paddlers enjoying fun and scenic floats. This means fishermen take a back seat to floaters on one of Missouri's greatest river fisheries when it's hot outside. But there are no crowds this time of year. Take a trip to the Niangua now and experience an incredible day of trout fishing. by Brandon Butler Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 2:00am

Press Box: Electronic strike zone won't solve anything If you think the Astros are taking a lot of heat for their cheating scandal, just wait until the baseball world has robotic umpires to deal with. by Jason Strickland Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 1:00am

Prep Wrestling: Nelson leads Capital City COLUMBIA — Ian Nelson posted a fifth-place finish Saturday to lead the Capital City Cavaliers at the Hickman Tournament. by News Tribune Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:25am

Prep Wrestling: Versailles takes third LATHROP — The Versailles Tigers had a trio of runner-up finishers Saturday at the Lathrop Tournament. by News Tribune Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:25am

Prep Wrestling: Fatima finishes fourth BROOKFIELD — The Fatima Comets came in fourth place out of 11 varsity teams Saturday at the Gary Haag Invitational. by News Tribune Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:25am

Prep Wrestling: Blair Oaks' Griep wins title BROOKFIELD — Kyler Griep took first place at 170 pounds Saturday to lead the Blair Oaks Falcons at the Gary Haag Invitational. by News Tribune Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:25am

West Virginia beats Missouri in Big 12/SEC Challenge MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — No. 14 West Virginia's inside dominance turned a close game into a rout and moved coach Bob Huggins another notch higher on the all-time wins list. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:25am