AP Sports SummaryBrief at 5:11 a.m. EDT
Big Ten grabs Oregon, Washington; Big 12 completes Pac-12 raid with Arizona, Arizona State and Utah
The Big 12 is adding Arizona, Arizona State and Utah as members next year, completing its raid of the Pac-12. The latest blow to the Pac-12 came just hours after the Big Ten welcomed Oregon and Washington to grow its new West Coast wing next year. A little more than a year ago, Southern California and UCLA announced they were joining the Big Ten in 2024. With the Ducks and Huskies, too, the Big Ten will be an 18-team conference. The additions of the Arizona schools and Utah give the Big 12 16 schools, stretching from Florida to Arizona.
Saints' Kamara suspended for 3 games, apologizes for role in 2022 fight, thanks Goodell for meeting
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — New Orleans Saints star running back Alvin Kamara and Indianapolis Colts defensive back Chris Lammons each have been suspended for three regular-season games by the NFL because of their involvement in a February 2022 fight in Las Vegas. The NFL released its decision on Friday, two days after Kamara was excused from training camp to meet with Commissioner Roger Goodell. Kamara and Lammons each pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges last month in a deal with prosecutors that avoided trial and potential jail time. Kamara has been one of New Orleans' most productive players as a rusher and receiver since being named offensive rookie of the year for the 2017 season.
Anthony Davis, Lakers agree on a 3-year, $186 million extension
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers have agreed on a three-year, $186 million contract extension. The deal was confirmed by Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul. ESPN first reported that the Lakers and Davis struck the deal. At an average value of $62 million per season, the extension becomes the richest annual agreement in league history.
Underwhelming U.S. team slumps into Women's World Cup knockout game against familiar foe
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Frequent rivals Sweden and the United States will meet once again at the Women's World Cup, but this time it is decidedly different. The two-time defending champion Americans are struggling heading into the round of 16 match on Sunday against the Swedes, who they have played often in both the World Cup and at the Olympics. The United States has played Sweden six times in the group stage at the World Cup, most recently in 2019 when the Americans won 2-0. The United States went on to win its record fourth overall title in the tournament.
Deshaun Watson moving forward heading into his first full season since his suspension
CANTON, Ohio (AP) — One year after the NFL vigorously tried to suspend Deshaun Watson a minimum of one season for alleged sexual misconduct before settling on 11 games, the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback is moving forward. He says he's a changed person. Coaches and teammates have praised his leadership, work ethic and attitude. Media see a noticeable difference in his demeanor.
49ers quarterback Brock Purdy feels 'normal' as he works his way back from elbow surgery
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Brock Purdy knows the process of getting ready for the season after major elbow surgery in the offseason is a deliberate one with each day providing a new test. He got an unexpected one earlier this week when teammate Clelin Ferrell hit his surgically repaired throwing arm as he attempted a throw, knocking the ball out and causing San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan to "to hold my breath so I didn't lose my mind." For Purdy, it was just another play on his road back to being the starting quarterback.
Pollard tries to be true to quiet personality in taking lead back role for Cowboys from Elliott
OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — Tony Pollard is taking over as the lead running back for the Dallas Cowboys after the offseason departure of Ezekiel Elliott in a cost-cutting move. The quieter Pollard is trying to be true to his personality as he takes over the leadership role from the more boisterous two-time rushing champion. Owner Jerry Jones refuses to shut down the idea of the still-unsigned Elliott returning. Pollard knows not to rule out anything. He is playing on the $10.1 million franchise tag after recovering from a broken lower left leg/ankle. Pollard was injured in the divisional playoff loss at San Francisco.
Henley leads Wyndham again. Horschel, Thomas make moves to salvage their seasons
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Russell Henley is used to leading the Wyndham Championship. The goal is to be leading after Sunday. He had a 66 for a one-shot lead over Billy Horschel. It's the fifth time in the last 10 rounds at Sedgefield Country Club that Henley has been leading. More startling was Horschel posting a career-low 62 to move into second place. He has to finish alone in second to be among the top 70 who advance to the FedEx Cup playoffs. Justin Thomas also made a move with a 65. He's now seven behind but at least has the weekend to improve.
Wolff responds with his clubs for a 61 to lead LIV Golf at Greenbrier
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. (AP) — Matthew Wolff is finally making news for his golf. The former Oklahoma State star had a blistering start and a big finish for a 61 in LIV Golf Greenbrier. That gives him a two-shot lead over David Puig and Harold Varner III. Wolff plays for the Smash team. Last month captain Brooks Koepka criticized him in a Sports Illustrated interview by saying Wolff quit during rounds and didn't put in the effort. Wolff replied he's making progress with mental health issues. He says it was heartbreaking to hear his captain say through the media he had given up on Wolff.
Taylor, Dodgers rally for 5 runs in the 8th to beat the Padres 10-5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Chris Taylor and pinch-hitter J.D. Martinez drew consecutive bases-loaded walks during a Padres bullpen meltdown in the five-run eighth inning that lifted the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers to a 10-5 win, their sixth straight victory against San Diego. The Dodgers won their fourth straight game overall and kept the Padres from reaching .500 for the first time since May 11. Since losing 5-2 to the Padres on May 5, the Dodgers have outscored the Padres 29-12 in the six straight wins. Dodgers rookie James Outman had a big game at the plate and in the field.
AP-Scorecard
Here are the scores from yesterday's sports events:
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INTERLEAGUE
Final Kansas City 7 Philadelphia 5
Final Baltimore 10 N.Y. Mets 3
Final Texas 6 Miami 2
Final Minnesota 3 Arizona 2
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AMERICAN LEAGUE
Final Tampa Bay 8 Detroit 0
Final Cleveland 4 Chicago White Sox 2
Final Toronto 7 Boston 3
Final Houston 7 N.Y. Yankees 3
Final Seattle 9 L.A. Angels 7
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NATIONAL LEAGUE
Final Atlanta 8 Chicago Cubs 0
Final Washington 6 Cincinnati 3
Final Colorado 9 St. Louis 4
Final Pittsburgh 8 Milwaukee 4
Final L.A. Dodgers 10 San Diego 5
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WOMEN'S NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
Final Washington 79 Los Angeles 77
Final Connecticut 88 Indiana 72
Final New York 76 Minnesota 66
Final Chicago 104 Dallas 89
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TODAY'S SPORTS SCHEDULE
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INTERLEAGUE
Miami at Texas 4:05 p.m.
Kansas City at Philadelphia 6:05 p.m.
N-Y Mets at Baltimore 7:05 p.m.
San Francisco at Oakland 7:07 p.m.
Arizona at Minnesota 7:10 p.m.
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AMERICAN LEAGUE
Houston at N-Y Yankees 1:05 p.m.
Tampa Bay at Detroit 1:10 p.m.
Toronto at Boston 4:10 p.m.
Chi White Sox at Cleveland 7:10 p.m.
Seattle at L-A Angels 9:07 p.m.
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NATIONAL LEAGUE
Atlanta at Chi Cubs 2:20 p.m.
Washington at Cincinnati 4:10 p.m.
Pittsburgh at Milwaukee 7:10 p.m.
Colorado at St. Louis 7:15 p.m.
L-A Dodgers at San Diego 8:40 p.m.
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WOMEN'S NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
Seattle at Phoenix 10 p.m.
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