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BKN--NBA FINALS COVERAGE

FORMATS: Text, Photo

1. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS-SILVER

2. DESCRIPTION: OKLAHOMA CITY -- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver gives his annual state of the league message before Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Developing from 7:15 p.m. news conference. By Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

3. UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 8:00 p.m. EDT

4. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS COVERAGE

5. DESCRIPTION: Coverage of the NBA Finals

6. UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 9:00 p.m. EDT

7. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS-THINGS TO KNOW

8. DESCRIPTION: OKLAHOMA CITY -- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a chance to make a whole slew of history in these NBA Finals. The Oklahoma City star is the first reigning MVP who’ll play in the finals since Golden State’s Stephen Curry in 2016. He could become the first player to win a scoring title and an NBA title in the same season since Shaquille O’Neal did it for the Los Angeles Lakers in 1999-2000. And he’s on brink of a 3,000-point season. By Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds. UPCOMING: 900 words, photos by 6 a.m.

9. UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 9:00 p.m. EDT

10. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS

11. DESCRIPTION: OKLAHOMA CITY -- The Western Conference champion Oklahoma City Thunder take on Eastern Conference champion Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night. Game begins 8:40 p.m. By Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds. UPCOMING: 450 words, photos.

12. UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 11:30 p.m. EDT

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GLF--US OPEN

DESCRIPTION: OAKMONT, Pa. -- Never mind that Rory McIlroy is finally a Masters champion and the first player in 25 years to join the exclusive list of players with the career Grand Slam. Or that Scottie Scheffler has reasserted himself as the best player in golf. The one name that has everyone’s attention at the U.S. Open is Oakmont. The course Henry Fownes built is tough as Pittsburgh steel and always has been. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. Upcoming: 1,000 words, photos. Also moving for weekend editions. With GLF--US Open-Facts & Figures, US Open-Capsules, US Open-Hole by Hole.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 3:00 p.m. EDT, Text, Photo

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OLY--LA2028 OLYMPICS

DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES — International Olympic Committee coordination committee members tour select venues and check on progress for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. By Beth Harris. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 4:00 p.m. EDT, Text, Video, LiveVideo

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BBO--METS-DODGERS

DESCRIPTION: New York plays Los Angeles at Dodger Stadium. 150 words, more on merit.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 4:10 p.m. EDT, Text

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SOC--SPAIN-FRANCE

DESCRIPTION: Spain plays France in the semifinals of the Nations League.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 5:00 p.m. EDT, Text, Photo

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RAC--BELMONT AT SARATOGA-TRIPLE CROWN

DESCRIPTION: SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. -- The second Belmont Stakes at Saratoga in upstate New York is a draw for avid fans, given the track’s place in horse racing history and a nod to its roots. But the debate continues about how to keep the Triple Crown relevant for a casual audience. Horse racing is one of the oldest sports in the nation, dating back to before the Declaration of Independence. But unlike then, now horse racing has to compete for attention in a crowded sports landscape. By Spencer Ripchik. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 6:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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GLF--CANADIAN OPEN

DESCRIPTION: CALEDON, Ontario — Two-time champion Rory McIlroy opens play in the Canadian Open, the final event before the U.S. Open at Oakmont. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 7:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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SOF--NCAA-TEXAS TECH-TEXAS

DESCRIPTION: OKLAHOMA CITY -- Texas can clinch it’s first-ever Women’s College World Series championship with a win over Texas Tech on Thursday night. The Longhorns won Game 1 of the best-of-three series 2-1 on Wednesday. They’ll have to get through Tech’s star pitcher NiJaree Canady to bring the title home. UPCOMING: 450 words, with photos. Game time

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 8:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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BBO--WHITE SOX-ISHBIA

White Sox reach agreement for potential future sale of controlling interest to Justin Ishbia

SUMMARY: The Chicago White Sox have reached an agreement that will give Justin Ishbia, the brother of Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia, the chance to buy a future controlling interest in the club. The team made the announcement Thursday, adding that Ishbia will make capital infusions into the White Sox as a limited partner in 2025 and 2026, which will be used to pay down existing debt and support ongoing team operations. Ishbia was already a limited partner. His brother Mat and father Jeff Ishbia will also be “significant investors,” the team said. Under the agreement, White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf will have the option to sell controlling interest in the team to Ishbia from 2029-33. After the 2034 season, Ishbia can acquire the controlling interest.

WORDS: 262 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 1:43 p.m. EDT

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CAR--NASCAR-LAWSUIT

Federal judges rule in favor of NASCAR in lawsuit filed by Jordan-owned 23XI and Front Row

SUMMARY: A three-judge federal appellate panel has ruled in favor of NASCAR in the antitrust lawsuit filed by two teams, one owned by Michael Jordan. The judges at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in Richmond, Virginia, on Thursday vacated an injunction that required 23XI and Front Row be recognized as chartered teams as their case snakes through the legal system. Both race teams sued NASCAR late last year after refusing to sign new agreements on charter renewals. Jordan owns 23XI. The charter system is similar to franchises in other sports, but the charters are revocable by NASCAR.

WORDS: 681 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 1:23 p.m. EDT

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TEN--FRENCH OPEN

French Open: Coco Gauff beats Loïs Boisson to set up a 1 vs. 2 final against Aryna Sabalenka

SUMMARY: Coco Gauff has reached her second final at Roland-Garros by beating Loïs Boisson 6-1, 6-2 to end the surprising, upset-filled run by a French wild-card entry who is ranked No. 361. The victory on Thursday by No. 2 Gauff sets up a blockbuster championship match against No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka. It will be just the second 1 vs. 2 women’s final at the French Open in the last 30 years. Sabalenka got there by ending Iga Swiatek’s 26-match winning streak at the clay-court Grand Slam tournament. Sabalenka’s 7-6 (1), 4-6, 6-0 win in the semifinals prevents Swiatek from becoming the first woman to win four consecutive championships at Roland-Garros.

WORDS: 783 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 1:22 p.m. EDT

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FRENCH OPEN-SWIATEK-CHAIR UMPIRE

DESCRIPTION: PARIS — Iga Swiatek said it’s unfair that the chair umpire refused her request to climb down and inspect a mark during her semifinal loss to top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka at the French Open. By Jerome Pugmire. SENT: 185 words, photos.

SENT: By 06/05/2025 2:10 p.m. EDT, Text, Photo

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TEN--FRENCH OPEN-COCO GAUFF

Coco Gauff has turned to an old trick with the French Open crowd loudly singing her French opponent’s name. Gauff pretended Thursday they were chanting “Coco!” Not that it mattered much, truly, because Gauff was by far the superior player throughout a 6-1, 6-2 victory that earned her a second trip to the final at Roland-Garros.

SENT: Updates coming

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SAI--SAILGP-REYNOLDS-JACKMAN

Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman join Australia SailGP team as co-owners

SUMMARY: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have become co-owners of the Australia SailGP team. The “Deadpool & Wolverine” stars join driver and CEO Tom Slingsby in leading the team’s rebrand after several successful seasons, winning three championships in its four seasons. The team will be called the BONDS Flying Roos, with the Australian underwear company BONDS as its title partner. The BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team is expected to make its debut at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix starting June 7.

WORDS: 283 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 1:00 p.m. EDT

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HKN--BRUINS-STURM

Bruins name ex-forward Marco Sturm as head coach after missing playoffs for first time since 2016

SUMMARY: The Boston Bruins have hired Marco Sturm as coach to help the Original Six franchise get back to the playoffs after missing them for the first time since 2016. The Bruins picked Sturm to replace interim coach Joe Sacco, who took over from the fired Jim Montgomery in November and led the team to a 25-30-7 record — much of it after a trade deadline roster purge. Sturm becomes the 30th head coach in Bruins history after spending the past three seasons as head coach of the AHL’s Ontario Reign.

WORDS: 809 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 11:25 a.m. EDT

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SOC--TRAVEL BAN-WORLD CUP-EXPLAINER

What the Trump travel ban means for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games

SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump often says the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are among the events he is most excited about in his second term. Yet there is significant uncertainty regarding visa policies for foreign visitors planning trips to the U.S. for the two biggest events in sports. Trump’s latest travel ban on citizens from 12 countries has added new questions about the impact on the World Cup and the Summer Olympics, which depend on hosts opening their doors to the world. Here’s a look at the potential effects of the travel ban on those events.

WORDS: 885 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 11:17 a.m. EDT

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GYM--USA GYMNASTICS-LEUNG

Li Li Leung, who led USA Gymnastics in the wake of the Nassar scandal, to step down in December

SUMMARY: USA Gymnastics president and CEO Li Li Leung is stepping down at the end of the year. Leung told The Associated Press the decision to move on after six-plus years was both difficult and bittersweet. Leung took over as president in 2019 as the organization tried to navigate its way through the fallout of the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal. During Leung’s tenure, USA Gymnastics has undergone a massive overhaul that has helped it reestablish trust with its athletes and find firm financial footing. Leung says she’s not burned out by the work but is looking forward to “a little break.”

WORDS: 1023 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 11:07 a.m. EDT

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BBO--MANFRED

Trump’s support of Rose among the voices Manfred listened to in ruling MLB ban ended with death

SUMMARY: President Donald Trump’s support of Pete Rose was among the factors Major Legaue Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred weighed when he decided last month that permanent bans by the sport ended with death, which allows the career hits leader to be considered for the Hall of Fame. Manfred announced the new interpretation on May 13, a decision that allows Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson to be considered for a Hall committee vote in December 2027. Manfred also said computer technology to appeal ball/strike calls could be in place for the 2026 regular season.

WORDS: 1241 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 10:42 a.m. EDT

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HKN--STANLEY CUP

Draisaitl scores in OT, Oilers beat Panthers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final

SUMMARY: Leon Draisaitl scored on the power play in overtime, Stuart Skinner made 29 saves and the Edmonton Oilers erased a multigoal deficit to beat the defending champion Florida Panthers 4-3 in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Final rematch. After Tomas Nosek’s penalty for putting the puck over the glass, Draisaitl’s goal 19:29 into OT sent the home fans into a frenzy and made sure the Oilers would not start this series the way they did a year ago, when they fell behind three games to none.

WORDS: 621 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 9:45 a.m. EDT

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BKN--NBA FINALS GUIDE

NBA Finals guide: When the games are, how to watch, what the odds are

SUMMARY: At last, it’s time for the NBA Finals. Game 1 of the series is Thursday night. It’s the Indiana Pacers at the Oklahoma City Thunder, preceded by Commissioner Adam Silver’s annual pre-Finals news conference. Media day was Wednesday, as teams went through their final preparations for the series opener.

WORDS: 674 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 9:38 a.m. EDT

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BKN--NBA FINALS

NBA Finals: Game 1 of Thunder-Pacers set to happen in Oklahoma City

SUMMARY: Winning Game 1 of the NBA Finals does not guarantee anything. The 79th title series in league history — it has been called different names over the years — starts Thursday night, when the Oklahoma City Thunder play host to the Indiana Pacers. And the winner of Game 1 will obviously leave the floor feeling good about themselves. But in the past 78 years, only 55 Game 1 winners have gone on to eventually win the title, or just about 71%.

WORDS: 225 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 9:35 a.m. EDT

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ENT--TV-POWER MOVES

Shaq and Iverson team up to revive Reebok from obscurity in the Netflix docuseries ‘Power Moves’

SUMMARY: Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson once clashed on the court in the 2001 NBA Finals, but now the basketball legends are joining forces to revive the Reebok brand they helped make iconic. In the Netflix docuseries, “Power Moves,” premiering this week, the Hall of Famers swap jerseys for executive titles with O’Neal stepping in as president of Reebok Basketball while Iverson takes on the role as vice president. The six-episode series offers a behind-the-scenes look at their mission to spark a cultural resurgence for the classic sneaker company. The series dives into Reebok’s strategy for staying relevant, including signing rising stars like WNBA phenom Angel Reese.

WORDS: 812 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 9:30 a.m. EDT

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AS--INDIA-STADIUM-STAMPEDE

Cricket fans in India were celebrating their team’s win. A stampede turned that joy into tragedy

SUMMARY: At least 11 people were killed and more than 30 injured in a stampede outside a cricket stadium in southern India’s Bengaluru city on Wednesday. Most of the victims, including young students, were trampled upon or suffocated after getting caught in crowds that tried to force their way inside the stadium to celebrate a cricket team’s win. It was yet another incident of a crowd crush in a country where poor crowd management often leads to accidents. The stampede also underscored that passion for cricket stars in India, where fans of the game closely follow the players’ every move, can easily turn deadly if crowds are not managed properly.

WORDS: 684 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 8:14 a.m. EDT

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BKN--NBA FINALS-THINGS TO KNOW

Finals things to know: Shai nearing a milestone, and don’t expect close games

SUMMARY: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a chance to make a whole slew of history in these NBA Finals. The Oklahoma City star is the first reigning MVP who’ll play in the finals since Golden State’s Stephen Curry in 2016. He could become the first player to win a scoring title and an NBA title in the same season since Shaquille O’Neal did it for the Los Angeles Lakers in 1999-2000. And sometime in Game 1 or Game 2, Gilgeous-Alexander will likely hit another milestone as well. He comes into this series with 2,960 points this season. That means he’s 40 shy of 3,000.

WORDS: 1027 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 6:00 a.m. EDT

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BBC--NCAA-WEST VIRGINIA

Utility player Armani Guzman leads West Virginia into 2nd straight NCAA super regional

SUMMARY: When West Virginia needed a spark, the Mountaineers got it from an unlikely source. The Mountaineers entered the NCAA regional having lost nine of 13 games. Coach Steve Sabins then decided to give utility player Armani Guzman his first start in nearly a month. Hitting from the ninth position, Guzman responded by going 8 for 12 with six RBIs as the Mountaineers won all three games. They advanced to play LSU in the best-of-three super regional starting Saturday in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. West Virginia has the best road record among teams in the super regional.

WORDS: 895 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 6:00 a.m. EDT

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SOF--NCAA--CANADY’S CHALLENGE

Texas Tech’s NiJaree Canady faces toughest challenge yet after Game 1 heartbreak

SUMMARY: NiJaree Canady has achieved almost everything since transferring to Texas Tech from Stanford and signing an NIL deal worth just over $1 million. She led the Red Raiders to three firsts — the Big 12 regular season and tournament titles and a berth in the Women’s College World Series. There’s one thing missing — a national championship — and that goal will be the toughest to reach after she gave up a late lead in Game 1 of the best-of-three championship series to Texas on Wednesday. Now the Red Raiders must beat the Longhorns in two straight to win the national title.

WORDS: 530 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 6:00 a.m. EDT

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FBN--49ERS-JONES

Mac Jones embraces fresh start with the 49ers after getting passed over by team in 2021 draft

SUMMARY: Mac Jones is happy finally to be with coach Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers even if it came four years after many expected. Jones was linked to San Francisco leading into the 2021 draft but was passed over and ended up in New England. Now after an up and down first four years in the NFL, Jones is trying to revive his career as a backup to Brock Purdy in Shanahan’s offense.

WORDS: 697 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 6:00 a.m. EDT

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HKN--STANLEY CUP-CLASSIC START

‘Spectacular’ Stanley Cup Final Game 1 shows this Panthers-Oilers rematch could be a classic series

SUMMARY: If the series opener of the Stanley Cup Final is a hint of things to come, the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are about to give everyone a memorable show. The two best teams in the NHL over the past couple of years traded hits, goals and saves through a classic Game 1 on Wednesday night that ended with Leon Draisaitl scoring 19-plus minutes into overtime. It was at the same time tight-checking and also wildly entertaining. Game 2 on Friday night in Edmonton is the next chance for fireworks between the two powerhouses.

WORDS: 603 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 5:59 a.m. EDT

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HKN--STANLEY CUP-BY THE NUMBERS

Florida Panthers-Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup Final by the numbers

SUMMARY: The Edmonton Oilers suddenly have the edge following a 4-3 overtime win over the defending champion Florida Panthers in Game 1 of their rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup Final. The series resumes Friday at Edmonton before shifting to Florida on Monday in a cross-continental showdown of the NHL’s last teams left standing. Leon Draisaitl sealed the victory with his third overtime goal of the playoffs to match an NHL single-postseason record. Florida lost for the first time in 32 playoff outings under coach Paul Maurice when leading at either the first of second intermision. Here’s a look at the Final by the numbers.

WORDS: 497 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 2:47 a.m. EDT

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