By picking 76ers, LeBron James seeks chance to bolster case to be NBA’s GOAT

James has said a number of times over the years his goal is to go down as the GOAT, and he has said multiple times he believes he has already earned that distinction.

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Dodgers land 2-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in trade with Tigers

The Dodgers' need for pitching depth ramped up in the last few weeks with two-way star Shohei Ohtani sidelined from pitching due to knee inflammation and bicep soreness.

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Versatile Taysom Hill could reunite with former coach Sean Payton with Broncos

Payton coached Hill ‌in ‌New Orleans from 2017 to 2021 and successfully unleashed ​his versatility as a receiver, quarterback and running back.

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UEFA has ‘lost confidence’ in FIFA President Gianni Infantino as FIFA scraps investment plan

The private investment controversy comes at an awkward moment for ​Infantino, ​who said in April he intends to seek reelection for a fourth term as FIFA president.

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Sports world steps up after deadly Kumamoto earthquake

Japan's sporting world has mobilized to support earthquake-hit Kumamoto, with leagues, clubs and players contributing to relief and encouraging donations for those affected.

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England’s Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer

John Stones played five times for England at the recent World Cup in North America, making his 94th international appearance in the semifinal loss to Argentina.

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UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans

In a statement that pulled no punches, Europe presented a united front to FIFA boss Gianni Infantino, whose proposal this week blindsided regional confederations and caused uproar.

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