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BKN--NBA FINALS COVERAGE

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1. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS GUIDE

2. DESCRIPTION: The daily look at what to know about the NBA Finals. Moving mid-morning.

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

4. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS-SILVER

5. 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.

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

7. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS COVERAGE

8. DESCRIPTION: Coverage of the NBA Finals

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

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

11. 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.

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

13. WITH: BKN--NBA FINALS

14. 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.

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

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TEN FRENCH OPEN

FORMATS: Photo, Text

16. WITH: TEN FRENCH OPEN

17. DESCRIPTION: Three-time defending champion Iga Swiatek faces No. 1-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in the French Open semifinals, followed by No. 2 Coco Gauff against a Frenchwoman ranked 361st. 700 words. Photos.

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

19. WITH: TEN FRENCH OPEN MIXED DOUBLES

20. DESCRIPTION: The French Open mixed doubles final is Thursday. 150 words. More on merits.

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

22. WITH: TEN FRENCH OPEN MEN’S PREVIEW

23. DESCRIPTION: Novak Djokovic is pleased to be proving to himself -- and to others -- that he’s still got it and still can contend for Grand Slam titles. A big test awaits in the French Open semifinals: No. 1 Jannik Sinner. 500 words.

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

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HKN—STANLEY CUP-CLASSIC START

DESCRIPTION: 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 that ended with Leon Draisaitl scoring 19-plus minutes into overtime.

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

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SOC-JORDAN WORLD CUP

DESCRIPTION: Thousands of Jordanians watch the football match between Jordan and Oman in the World Cup qualifiers on large screens at Al Hussein Youth City. Jordan, which is in second place, can qualify for the first time in its history if it wins against Oman and if Iraq loses to South Korea.

ON MERITS: By 06/05/2025 12:00 p.m. EDT, Video, Photo, Text

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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

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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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FBN--49ERS-JONES

DESCRIPTION: SANTA CLARA, Calif. — 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. By Pro Football Writer Josh Dubow. 650 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 8:52 p.m. EDT, Text

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BBC--NCAA-WEST VIRGINIA

DESCRIPTION: When West Virginia hit its lowest point of the season, utility player Armani Guzman was just getting started.

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

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SOC--WCUP-ASIAN QUALIFYING

DESCRIPTION: China needs a win over Indonesia to have any chance of progressing in Asian qualifying for the World Cup. South Korea has the chance to secure a spot at the global tournament for the 12th time and Jordan could qualify for its first during Asian qualifiers on Thursday.

UPCOMING: By 06/05/2025 7:30 a.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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HKN--OILERS-MCDAVID AND DRAISAITL

McDavid and Draisaitl put Oilers on their backs to beat Panthers and win Stanley Cup Final Game 1

SUMMARY: Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl drove the bus again for the Edmonton Oilers when they erased a multigoal deficit to beat the Florida Panthers in overtime in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Final rematch. Draisaitl scored the opening goal 66 seconds in and finished it by scoring in OT on the power play. McDavid set up Mattias Ekholm’s tying goal in the third period and Draisaitl’s overtime winner. They’re the leading scorers in the playoffs and the biggest reason the Oilers are three wins from their first title in 35 years.

WORDS: 542 - MOVED: 06/05/2025 1:40 a.m. EDT

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HKN--STANLEY CUP

Draisaitl scores in OT, Oilers beat the Panthers in overtime 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 1:10 a.m. EDT

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SOF--NCAA-TEXAS TECH-TEXAS

Atwood’s hit on intentional walk attempt gives Texas a 2-1 win over Texas Tech in WCWS finals opener

SUMMARY: Reese Atwood hit a go-ahead, two-run single for Texas when Texas Tech ace NiJaree Canady was trying to walk her intentionally in the sixth inning, and the Longhorns beat the Red Raiders 2-1 in Game 1 of the Women’s College World Series finals. Teagan Kavan pitched a three-hitter for Texas, which can secure its first national title with a victory in Game 2 on Thursday night. Texas Tech would have to win two straight to claim its first championship in its first WCWS appearance. The Red Raiders scored with the help of an obstruction call in the fifth inning.

WORDS: 531 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 11:34 p.m. EDT

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BKN--KNICKS COACHING SEARCH

Knicks shed stability of Thibodeau era by seeking a new coach after they had gotten good

SUMMARY: Tom Thibodeau’s firing brought back some of the confusion and chaos the New York Knicks had seemingly left behind. After an era of stability and more success than they had enjoyed in a quarter of a century, the Knicks opened a coaching search few could have predicted when they fired Thibodeau on Tuesday. Coaching searches weren’t unusual in New York for much of the 2000s, but the Knicks weren’t winning then. This time, they had just reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years before losing to Rick Carlisle’s Pacers, and were an early favorite to do it again next year. So changing course brought swift and strong reaction.

WORDS: 777 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 10:27 p.m. EDT

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HKN--PENGUINS-MUSE

Penguins hire Rangers assistant Dan Muse to replace Mike Sullivan as coach

SUMMARY: Dan Muse is the new head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins hired the former New York Rangers assistant and tasked him with helping the franchise navigate a rebuild during the twilight of longtime captain Sidney Crosby’s career. Muse replaces Mike Sullivan. Sullivan and the Penguins split in April after a nearly decade-long tenure that included a pair of Stanley Cup titles. The Rangers scooped up Sullivan, naming him their coach in May. The 42-year-old Muse was hired after a monthlong search by Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas. Muse’s hiring leaves the Boston Bruins as the last of eight teams with offseason head coaching vacancies.

WORDS: 859 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 9:29 p.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: 06/04/2025 7:33 p.m. EDT

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BKN--NBA FINALS-BETTING

Why bettors are avoiding the favored Thunder in the NBA Finals

SUMMARY: The Oklahoma City Thunder are such heavy favorites to win the NBA title that many bettors are looking for other wagers instead. Professional bettors, in particular, have searched out player propositions and hit the under on the totals rather than take the Thunder at -700 at BetMGM Sportsbook or -650 at DraftKings Sportsbook. Indiana is listed at +500 at BetMGM and +475 at DraftKings for the NBA Finals that open Thursday. The Thunder have won seven games this postseason by double digits, four by at least 30 points.

WORDS: 690 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 7:08 p.m. EDT

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TEN--FRENCH OPEN-MEN

French Open: Novak Djokovic beats Alexander Zverev to set up a semifinal showdown with Jannik Sinner

SUMMARY: Novak Djokovic has eliminated 2024 runner-up Alexander Zverev in the French Open quarterfinals 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4. Djokovic’s victory Wednesday night allowed him to reach his 51st Grand Slam semifinal and move two wins away from his record 25th major trophy. Next up is a showdown for Djokovic on Friday against No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Sinner beat No. 62 Alexander Bublik 6-1, 7-5, 6-0 earlier Wednesday. Not only hasn’t Sinner ceded a set yet, he only has dropped a total of 36 games through five matches over the past 1 1/2 weeks. The other men’s semifinal will be Carlos Alcaraz against Lorenzo Musetti.

WORDS: 815 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 6:54 p.m. EDT

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GLF--CANADIAN OPEN-MCILROY

Rory McIlroy explains decision to duck media at PGA, saying he didn’t want to discuss driver issue

SUMMARY: Rory McIlroy has explained his decision not to speak to the media during last month’s PGA Championship. McIlroy said Wednesday he was annoyed that news had leaked about his driver failing to pass inspection before the tournament. McIlroy said the results of equipment tests are supposed to be confidential and noted that Scottie Scheffler’s driver had also failed before the championship, but that was not reported until afterward. McIlroy says he didn’t want to discuss his driver or say something he regretted. He also says he was unhappy with his poor play and the long days he spent at Quail Hollow.

WORDS: 582 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 6:40 p.m. EDT

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GLF--LIV GOLF-DECHAMBEAU

Bryson DeChambeau is back to competing, preparing for US Open title defense after ‘fun side quests’

SUMMARY: As much as Bryson DeChambeau loves to practice and compete, the U.S. Open champion also appreciates the limited LIV Golf schedule that gives him time to pursue other interests. DeChambeau arrived at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club for LIV Golf Virginia after a busy few days that included a round of golf with President Donald Trump and some short-game practice on the South Lawn of the White House. Now the big-hitting YouTube star turns his attention to the 54-hole LIV event that starts Friday at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club. Next week at Oakmont, he will try to win his third U.S. Open.

WORDS: 860 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 5:05 p.m. EDT

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BKN--ALL-STAR FORMAT

NBA working on plan for US-vs.-world format at All-Star Game next season, AP source says

SUMMARY: The NBA is working on a plan to turn next season’s All-Star Game into a U.S.-vs.-world competition. That’s according to a person with knowledge of the situation who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the league has not made any final determinations. Speaking to FS1 earlier Wednesday, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was asked if U.S. vs. the world was possible, and he said, “Yes.” Silver has talked about such a game on several occasions. International players have spoken enthusiastically about the possible format. The NHL had success with countries competing against each other at the 4 Nations Face-off.

WORDS: 609 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 4:57 p.m. EDT

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BKN--SUNS-OTT

Suns hire Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott as head coach, AP source says

SUMMARY: The Phoenix Suns have hired Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott as their head coach, opting for a young, emerging leader to rebuild a franchise that has regressed over the past few seasons. That’s according to a person familiar with the search who spoke Wednesday to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the hire hasn’t officially been announced. Ott will be the team’s fourth head coach in four seasons and replaces Mike Budenholzer, who was fired following a miserable 36-46 season. The 40-year-old Ott has worked for the Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers and the Cavaliers.

WORDS: 495 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 4:18 p.m. EDT

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BKN--NBA FINALS-PREVIEW

Pacers, Thunder got to the NBA Finals fueled by doubters. A title will give 1 team the last laugh

SUMMARY: In these NBA Finals, a team is four wins away from getting the last laugh. Ask anyone on the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers if they’re still fueled by doubters, and the answer is probably going to be an immediate “yes.” Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander went 11th in his draft. Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton went 12th in his. Both sides have undrafted players in their rotation. Here they are: The NBA Finals, which start Thursday night in Oklahoma City. The Thunder have, by far, the NBA’s best record this season. The Pacers have the league’s second-best record since Jan. 1, including playoffs. And both teams have rolled through the postseason.

WORDS: 896 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 4:17 p.m. EDT

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BBO--ROCKIES-MARLINS

MLB-worst Rockies beat Marlins 3-2, securing a sweep in 1st series win of the season

SUMMARY: Hunter Goodman tripled and doubled and the Colorado Rockies beat the Miami Marlins 3-2 to complete a sweep in their first series win of the season. Rockies starter Kyle Freeland allowed two unearned runs over 6 1/3 innings. Freeland scattered four hits and struck out four for his first victory since September 2024. Colorado, which began the series with a major league-worst 9-50 record, won its third straight for the first time this season. It was the Rockies’ first three-game sweep since they beat the San Diego Padres in May 2024.

WORDS: 340 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 3:09 p.m. EDT

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ATH--GABBY THOMAS-HECKLING

FanDuel bans bettor over heckling incident with Olympic champion sprinter Gabby Thomas

SUMMARY: A sports bettor who heckled Olympic champion sprinter Gabby Thomas during a Grand Slam Track event in Philadelphia has been banned by the betting site FanDuel Sportsbook. In a statement sent Wednesday to The Associated Press, FanDuel wrote that it “condemns in the strongest terms abusive behavior directed towards athletes.” Thomas finished fourth in a 100-meter race won by Melissa Jefferson-Wooden. The bettor wrote in a social media post that he “made Gabby lose by heckling her. And it made my parlay win.” He posted a picture of his parlay that had Jefferson-Wooden winning the 100. Thomas, the 200-meter Olympic champion at the Paris Games last summer, explained the heckling incident on X.

WORDS: 467 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 2:46 p.m. EDT

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TEN--FRENCH OPEN-BOISSON

A fairy tale in Paris: French wild card Boisson stuns No. 6 Andreeva to reach French Open semis

SUMMARY: French wild-card entry Loïs Boisson has upset sixth-ranked Mirra Andreeva 7-6 (6), 6-3 in front of a boisterous and partisan crowd to reach the French Open semifinals. Andreeva repeatedly showed her frustration with the crowd as fans chanted “Lois, Lois” between points, waved Tricolor flags and even applauded the Russian teenager’s errors. The 22-year-old Boisson became the first woman to reach the semifinals at her debut Grand Slam tournament since 1989 when Monica Seles and Jennifer Capriati both did it at the French Open. She is also the youngest French semifinalist at a major since Amelie Mauresmo at Wimbledon in 1999.

WORDS: 780 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 2:45 p.m. EDT

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HKN--STANLEY CUP-NOTEBOOK

Oilers’ Hyman says his right wrist was dislocated late last round, knocking him out of the playoffs

SUMMARY: Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman says his right wrist got dislocated late in the Western Conference final when he was hit by Dallas’ Mason Marchment. Hyman had surgery to repair the damage and will not play in the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers. The Oilers beat the Stars in Game 5 last round without Hyman and will hope to compensate with his absence by committee. The Panthers ruled out A.J. Greer for Game 1 of the Cup final with Jesper Boqvist taking his place in the lineup.

WORDS: 620 - MOVED: 06/04/2025 2:13 p.m. EDT

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