James to skip Olympics after Cavs title win
LeBron James will not play for USA Basketball in Rio after guiding the Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA title. Agent Rich Paul confirmed the decision, making James the latest star to withdraw while Carmelo Anthony remains as a potential veteran Olympian.
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Golf Roundup Air Capital Classic leaders tied at 63
Curtis Thompson JT Poston and Kent Bulle shot 7-under 63 to share the lead at Crestview Country Club in Wichita Kansas. Jonathan Byrd former Clemson standout among nine players at 64 while Matt Atkins opened 68 and Roberto Diaz stood 4-under through nine holes when play halted at dusk.
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Rahm Rahmson Tops Amateur to Pro Transition
Rahm turned pro as the top ranked amateur in 2015 and now faces high expectations. He plans rest over golf to steady focus, saying time off might be as important as practice as he competes on a 7,569 yard course that was last U S Open host in 2011. Players noted rain before dawn. fairways were soft but accurate driving remained key.
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McDowell Declines Olympic Golf Spot
Graeme McDowell rejected a chance to replace Rory McIlroy on the Irish Olympic golf team for Rio 2016. He said he decided months ago not to leave the United States while his wife expects their second child, leaving Padraig Harrington next in line for selection.
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Atkins Finishes First Round Two Under Par at Air Capital Classic
Matt Atkins cards a 68 to sit two under. five birdies and three bogeys highlight the opening round of the Web.com Tour event.
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NeSmith Fires 70 With Three Birdies At Dakota Dunes
Matt NeSmith carded a 70 with three birdies and one bogey during the Dakota Dunes Open on the Mackenzie Tour. He posted a steady round to sit in the early scoring mix at the event.
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Flying Elvi: Las Vegas NHL Team Name Spark
Las Vegas mulls a team name for its first major league franchise with Flying Elvi favored by fans after 14,000 season tickets sold. Other playful options cited include Rat Pack, Hardway Six, Secrets, and C Notes as potential mascots and branding ideas for the new T-Mobile Arena club.
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Leafs primed for No 1 pick in 2016 NHL Draft
Toronto Maple Leafs pursue a full rebuild aiming to end a decade of playoff absences with the top pick Austen Matthews from Arizona, ranked No 1 by NHL Central Scouting. Patrik Laine and Jesse Puljujarvi follow as next contenders, while Brendan Shanahan cautions timetable but seeks a Stanley Cup contending core. Matthews posted 24 goals 46 points for Zurich and led the U.S. with six goals in 10 world championship games.
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