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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

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

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

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

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

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

Hockey's young stars shine in NHL All-Star 3-on-3 tournament ST. LOUIS — Young Laila Anderson delivered one of the most poignant moments of the weekend when she introduced the Blues' four All-Stars. The players who stood out on the ice later weren't all that much older. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:15am

Super Bowl back in Miami for 11th time after 10-year hiatus MIAMI — It's appropriate the Super Bowl to end droughts is Miami-bound. The Kansas City Chiefs are playing in the game for the first time in 50 years against the San Francisco 49ers, who have a chance to win their first NFL title in 25 years. And the game is returning in Miami for the first time in a decade, lured back after a stadium renovation costing more than $550 million. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:10am

Shanahan to keep close eye on backpack in Super Bowl return SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Kyle Shanahan knows one mistake he wants to avoid in his second trip to the Super Bowl. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:10am

49ers' Super Bowl run has similarities to 1981 title team SANTA CLARA, Calif. — A first-time NFL coach turning a losing franchise into a contender in his third year and getting the label of an offensive genius. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:10am

Pro Bowl rosters packed with pending free agents LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — A number of Pro Bowlers are about to get paid. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

James passes Bryant on NBA scoring list in Lakers' loss PHILADELPHIA — LeBron James was a teenager when he first met Kobe Bryant at a youth basketball camp, in awe of his idol and ears open as the Los Angeles Lakers star offered advice to the prodigy that has lasted to this day. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

Rahm takes the lead at Torrey Pines with McIlroy lurking SAN DIEGO — Jon Rahm is playing some of his best golf with two victories and a runner-up in his last four tournaments. He was at his best Saturday at Torrey Pines, holing a chip for birdie and a full gap wedge for eagle to start his round. by Associated Press Published Jan. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

Shots from stands, women's 3-on-3 highlight event Shooting pucks from the stands and some of the best women's hockey players in the world going back and forth in a 3-on-3 game stole the show at the NHL All-Star Skills Competition. The two new events spiced up the skills competition by showcasing the kind of offensive skill that has become the norm in the sport. by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 12:25am

Perez becomes U.S. citizen at Royals fan event Already a World Series MVP, six-time All-Star and five-time Gold Glove catcher, Salvador Perez became something else when he stepped onto the main stage at the Kansas City Royals' annual FanFest: a U.S. citizen. by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 12:25am

3-on-3 overtime in NHL has evolved in past 5 seasons Victor Hedman fondly recalls the NHL's first 3-on-3 overtime because it was madness. by Associated Press Published Jan. 25 2020 @ 12:25am