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Dak Prescott throws for 307 yards and 2 TDs to lead Cowboys past skidding Commanders 30-23

Dak Prescott throws for 307 yards and 2 TDs to lead Cowboys past skidding Commanders 30-23

David Ginsburg, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 25 - 4:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Dallas Cowboys had every excuse for starting the game with a thud. Instead, they roared out in front and made the most of a road trip on Christmas Day.
Tyler Kolek chases down Donovan Mitchell for a block and helps the Knicks catch the Cavaliers

Tyler Kolek chases down Donovan Mitchell for a block and helps the Knicks catch the Cavaliers

Brian Mahoney, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 25 - 2:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tyler Kolek sprinted back to chase down Donovan Mitchell and had enough energy left to gloat about his defensive stop afterward.
Brunson and the reserves lead a Christmas comeback as the Knicks beat the Cavaliers 126-124

Brunson and the reserves lead a Christmas comeback as the Knicks beat the Cavaliers 126-124

Brian Mahoney, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 25 - 1:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jalen Brunson scored 34 points, reserve Jordan Clarkson had 25 and the New York Knicks came from 17 down in the fourth quarter to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-124 on Thursday and win on Christmas Day for the third straight year.
Jaguars CB Jourdan Lewis to have season-ending foot surgery, AP source says

Jaguars CB Jourdan Lewis to have season-ending foot surgery, AP source says

Mark Long, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 25 - 12:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jourdan Lewis will have season-ending foot surgery, a person familiar with the injury told The Associated Press on Thursday.
John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72

John Robertson, two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies at 72

The Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 25 - 8:29 a.m.  |  Save Story

John Robertson, a former Scotland winger who won the European Cup twice with Nottingham Forest and scored the only goal in the 1980 final, has died. He was 72.
Mikaela Shiffrin is perfect in slalom. She's got big post-Christmas plans with Olympics approaching

Mikaela Shiffrin is perfect in slalom. She's got big post-Christmas plans with Olympics approaching

Andrew Dampf, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 25 - 4:35 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mikaela Shiffrin has plenty to celebrate this Christmas.
Hawaii stuns Cal in 35-31 in Hawaii Bowl on backup QB Luke Weaver's last-minute TD pass

Hawaii stuns Cal in 35-31 in Hawaii Bowl on backup QB Luke Weaver's last-minute TD pass

Kalani Takase, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 25 - 12:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Backup quarterback Luke Weaver threw a 22-yard touchdown pass to Nick Cenacle with 10 seconds left, and Hawaii rallied for a 35-31 comeback victory over California in a thrilling Hawaii Bowl on Wednesday night.
Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson avoids major knee injury but will miss a few games, AP source says

Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson avoids major knee injury but will miss a few games, AP source says

Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 24 - 9:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Denver Nuggets got good news Wednesday when an MRI revealed that forward Cameron Johnson suffered only a bone bruise to his right knee and not any ligament or structural damage, according to a person familiar with the medical test results.
Pro Picks: Bills will edge Eagles and 49ers will beat the Bears

Pro Picks: Bills will edge Eagles and 49ers will beat the Bears

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 24 - 9:24 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ten teams are in the NFL playoffs. Eight more are battling for the final four spots.
College Football Playoff ratings drop 7% as NFL competition impacts viewership

College Football Playoff ratings drop 7% as NFL competition impacts viewership

Joe Reedy, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 24 - 7:08 p.m.  |  Save Story

Last weekend's first round of the College Football Playoff averaged 9.9 million viewers on ABC, ESPN, TNT, TBS and truTV, according to ESPN and Nielson. That is a 7% drop from last year.
Ivory Coast starts Africa Cup title defense with a win as proud dad Zidane sees Algeria beat Sudan

Ivory Coast starts Africa Cup title defense with a win as proud dad Zidane sees Algeria beat Sudan

CiarÁn Fahey, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 24 - 3:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ivory Coast got its Africa Cup of Nations title defense off to a winning start and France great Zinedine Zidane watched his goalkeeper son's safe hands as Algeria also started its campaign with a victory Wednesday.
Steelers LB TJ Watt returns to practice two weeks after surgery to repair collapsed lung

Steelers LB TJ Watt returns to practice two weeks after surgery to repair collapsed lung

The Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 24 - 1:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

T.J. Watt is back. Sort of.
Spurs celebrate big win over Thunder, but matchup with reigning champs not a rivalry yet

Spurs celebrate big win over Thunder, but matchup with reigning champs not a rivalry yet

Raul Dominguez, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 24 - 1:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

The San Antonio Spurs are the hottest team in the NBA just a year removed from two of the worst seasons in franchise history.
Commanders turn to 39-year-old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota hurt

Commanders turn to 39-year-old Josh Johnson on Christmas with Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota hurt

Ben Standing, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 24 - 11:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Washington Commanders will start 39-year-old Josh Johnson at quarterback for their Christmas Day home game against the Dallas Cowboys, coach Dan Quinn announced Wednesday.
Fenerbahce president detained in Istanbul drug investigation after positive narcotics test

Fenerbahce president detained in Istanbul drug investigation after positive narcotics test

The Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 24 - 11:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The president of Fenerbahce, one of Turkey's leading sports clubs, was taken into custody in Istanbul on Wednesday as part of a widening drug investigation that has ensnared prominent entertainment and media figures, state media reported.
US defender Chris Richards optimistic about quick Palace return after foot injury

US defender Chris Richards optimistic about quick Palace return after foot injury

The Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 24 - 10:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

United States defender Chris Richards said it "won't be long" until he's back for Crystal Palace.
Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos drops NCAA appeal, enters NFL draft

Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos drops NCAA appeal, enters NFL draft

The Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 24 - 9:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos has dropped his appeal for another year of college eligibility and declared for the NFL draft.
Amorim says Fernandes to miss United game against Newcastle but appears optimistic

Amorim says Fernandes to miss United game against Newcastle but appears optimistic

The Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 24 - 8:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim appeared optimistic about the injuries to Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo though he confirmed both midfielders will miss Friday's Premier League game against Newcastle.
Team official investigates drinking by England cricketers on Ashes tour as Duckett video emerges

Team official investigates drinking by England cricketers on Ashes tour as Duckett video emerges

The Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 23 - 10:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

England's managing director of men's cricket Rob Key says he will investigate the drinking habits of the England team following reports that their mid-Ashes beach resort break may have involved over-indulging of alcohol.
Jumbo Ozaki dies of cancer at age 78. He had the most wins of any Japanese golfer

Jumbo Ozaki dies of cancer at age 78. He had the most wins of any Japanese golfer

Doug Ferguson, Associated Press  |  Updated Dec. 23 - 9:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki, whose 113 worldwide victories were the most of any player from Japan, died Wednesday in his home country after a battle with colon cancer, the Japan Golf Tour said. He was 78.