James Harden expected to report to 76ers camp — ESPN
October 4, 2023
James Harden was a no-show for the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, missing media day. ESPN reported, however, that he is expected to join the team's training camp.
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EAC looks to continue surge vs JRU; Benilde, Mapua eye bounce-back win
October 3, 2023
Surging Emilio Aguinaldo College will look to extend its hot start when it collides with Jose Rizal University while Mapua University and De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde will eye to recover from losses on Wednesday in NCAA Season 99.
NCAA: John Barba’s explosion a testament to Lyceum’s ‘unpredictability’
October 3, 2023
MANILA, Philippines---In Lyceum's stellar opening run in the NCAA Season 98 men's basketball tournament, coach Gilbert Malabanan always emphasized that his team boasts of "unpredictability."
On Tuesday against San Sebastian, John Barba became a ...
Carlo Paalam bids Asian Games boxing medal hopes goodbye after QF loss
October 3, 2023
Carlo Paalam ended his campaign at the 19th Asian Games after falling prey to Uzbekistan's Abdumalik Khalokov in the men's 57kg quarterfinals on Tuesday in Hangzhou, China.
Sad goodbye as Paalam loses quarters showdown vs Uzbek champ
October 3, 2023
By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – Carlo Paalam kissed his medal bid goodbye when he ran into a classy fighter from Uzbekistan on Tuesday, Oct. 3, in the quarterfinals of the men’s 57-kilogram class in the 19th Asian Games here. Being co...
NCAA: Lyceum zooms to 4-0 start but coach not satisfied with win
October 3, 2023
MANILA, Philippines---Lyceum may have kept its hold of the NCAA Season 98 men's basketball tournament's top spot but coach Gilbert Malabanan is not fully satisfied with the team's most recent victory.
On Tuesday at San Juan Arena, the Pirates ke...
Can LPU match what CJ Perez-led Pirates did in 2017? Malabanan shares thoughts
October 3, 2023
At 4-0 in the ongoing NCAA Season 99, Lyceum of the Philippines University is spurring hopes that it could match what the 2017 Pirates squad led by CJ Perez achieved back in Season 93.
Jerwin Ancajas signs contract to face Takuma Inoue for November showdown
October 3, 2023
Former IBF world super flyweight champion Jerwin Ancajas is headed to another world title shot after his camp said he has signed the dotted line to face WBA world bantamweight champion Takuma Inoue on November 15 in Tokyo, Japan.
Philippines cops first sepak takraw medal in Asian Games
October 3, 2023
The sepak takraw team bagged a bronze medal, its first for the Philippines in the Asian Games, after falling to Indonesia in the men's quadrant semifinals.
Streaking Lyceum pulls away late to escape gritty San Sebastian
October 3, 2023
Lyceum of the Philippines University needed a late-game run to survive San Sebastian College-Recoletos, 83-72, and keep its record untainted in the NCAA Season 99 on Tuesday.
Coach Myk Saguigiut on Perpetual’s maiden NCAA Season 99 win: ‘Buhay pala kami’
October 3, 2023
The Perpetual ALTAs needed to absorb two heartbreaking losses but finally got their act together as they barged into the win column of the NCAA Season 99 on Tuesday.
Gilas survives big Iranian scare, faces China in semis
October 3, 2023
By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – Justin Brownlee was held to just two points in the payoff period but that difficult basket with only 44 seconds was enough to bail Gilas Pilipinas out of danger in a wild and enthralling contest with long time...
NCAA: Perpetual scores breakthrough win, sends Arellano to 0-3 hole
October 3, 2023
The Perpetual ALTAs finally broke through in NCAA Season 99 after crushing the Arellano Chiefs, 85-66, on Tuesday at the FilOil EcoOil Centre.
Jacob Cortez ‘a talent’, but needs to be consistent, says Coach Escueta
October 3, 2023
Jacob Cortez has been San Beda University's top player in their past three games, averaging 15 points, 4.33 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and a steal per game.
Spurs” Victor Wembanyama bulks up ahead of NBA debut season
October 3, 2023
Victor Wembanyama has bulked up significantly as he prepares for the physically demanding rigors of his debut NBA season with the San Antonio Spurs.
Gilas escapes Iran, enters Asian Games semis for first time since 2002
October 3, 2023
Gilas Pilipinas beat Iran, 84-83, to advance to the Asian Games semifinals for the first time since 2002.
Paalam seeks sure bronze against world champ
October 3, 2023
By REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – Coming off a close 4-1 win over Kyrgyztan’s Munarbek Uulu Seiitbek, Carlo Paalam goes for at least a bronze medal when he faces reigning world champion Abdulmalik Khalokov of Uzbekistan in the quarterfi...
In winning bronze, Ando hopes to own brand new house
October 3, 2023
REY C. LACHICA HANGZHOU, China – Weightlifter Elreen Ann Ando is getting closer to realizing her dream of owning a brand new house. That’s because the Tokyo Olympian assured herself a cash reward of P400,000 for nailing the 8th bronze med...
Aleah Finnegan books Paris Olympics ticket in gymnastics
October 3, 2023
Aleah Finnegan became the third Filipino to qualify to the 2024 Paris Olympics as she booked her Summer Games ticket through the 2023 Artistic Gymnastics World Championship in Belgium.
James, Durant, Curry among US NBA stars ready to play at Paris Olympics
October 3, 2023
Kevin Durant, LeBron James and Stephen Curry were among the NBA superstars who said on Monday they were interested in playing for the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Vancouver Whitecaps seeking home relief as MLS playoffs near
October 1, 2023
The Whitecaps play three of their final four regular-season matches at home, where they are 7-3-4 and have secured the majority of their points.
San Sebastian enters win column with domination of Arellano
September 30, 2023
San Sebastian College-Recoletos notched its first win in NCAA Season 99 after trampling Arellano University, 111-86, on Saturday at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in San Juan City.
Oliveira, Castillo lead Bombers past depleted Argos
September 30, 2023
Brady Oliveira rushed for 169 yards and Sergio Castillo kicked six field goals as the Bombers defeated the Toronto Argonauts 31-21 in front of a sellout crowd at IG Field.
London Knights edge Niagara to begin 2023-24 regular season
September 30, 2023
London goaltender Michael Simpson stopped 34 shots as the Knights earned an opening night victory.
Jets fall 3-1 in Ottawa, lose second straight preseason game
September 30, 2023
With very few of their key players suiting up, the Winnipeg Jets dropped a 3-1 decision to the Ottawa Senators in the nation's capital Friday night.
Eduard Folayang snaps losing skid with a knockout over Khan
September 30, 2023
Former ONE lightweight world champion Eduard Folayang of Lions Nation MMA ended his five-fight losing skid with a third-round knockout over Amir Khan on the undercard of ONE Fight Night 14 this Saturday morning at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Blue Jays roll to 11-4 victory over Rays
September 30, 2023
If the Toronto Blue Jays continue with the well-rounded attack that led them to an 11-4 win over Tampa Bay on Friday, they'll be a tough out in the playoffs.
Josh Primo suspended by NBA for four games
September 30, 2023
Free agent Joshua "Josh" Primo was suspended four games without pay for conduct detrimental to the league on Friday after an NBA investigation concluded that he "engaged in inappropriate and offensive behavior by exposing himself to women."
Knies scores short-handed as Leafs edge Canadiens
September 30, 2023
Matthew Knies joined the Toronto Maple Leafs late last season and hasn't missed a beat since.
LPU eyes third straight win vs. Perpetual; Arellano and San Sebastian aim to break through
September 30, 2023
Lyceum of the Philippines University eyes its third straight win against University of Perpetual Help System DALTA when the two teams face off on Saturday afternoon at 3 pm in NCAA Season 99 at the Filoil Flying V Arena in San Juan.
Benilde wins V-League women’s title; Perpetual’s Dapol is MVP
September 29, 2023
The De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde women's volleyball team are champions once again as they claimed the V-League title on Friday at the Paco Arena.
Stephen Loman to watch out for Lineker’s power
September 29, 2023
Stephen Loman of Team Lakay knows what he needs to do to emerge victorious against former ONE bantamweight world champion John Lineker when they meet inside the cage this Saturday at Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Jerom Lastimosa’s jersey number retired by Adamson University
September 29, 2023
Adamson University retired Jerom Lastimosa's jersey no. 7 on Friday, ahead of his final playing year in UAAP Season 86 which will officially open on Saturday.
UAAP allowing players with special guest license from other leagues
September 29, 2023
MANILA, Philippines --- The UAAP has added a new rule allowing student-athletes from other collegiate leagues, who played professionally with a special guest license (SGL) from the Games and Amusement Board, to still play in the basketball competit...
NCAA: Clint Escamis, Paolo Hernandez fuel Mapua rout of San Beda
September 29, 2023
MANILA, Philippines---Mapua made quick work of San Beda, 75-57, in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday.
The Cardinals, who now share the top spot with Lyceum with a 2-0 record, came out hot as early as the ...
Randy Alcantara credits Mapua bench as Cardinals rip San Beda
September 29, 2023
Mapua University head coach Randy Alcantara thanked his second unit for helping carry the fight for the Cardinals in their 75-57 thrashing of San Beda University on Friday.
Mapua wallops San Beda to keep slate clean at 2-0
September 29, 2023
Mapua University gave San Beda University a reality check as the Cardinals sustained their winning form, 75-57, to remain undefeated in the NCAA Season 99 on Friday.
NCAA: St. Benilde outlasts JRU in another heated affair
September 29, 2023
MANILA, Philippines--College of St. Benilde had to dig deep to defeat rival Jose Rizal University in a heated overtime encounter, 93-85, in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball tournament at San Juan Arena on Friday.
Last season, the two teams we...