Michael Brown

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu appears to have avoided a serious setback after injuring her left ankle and foot during the New York Liberty’s preseason matchup against the Connecticut Sun. The team confirmed Monday that Ionescu will be sidelined for at least two weeks and will be reevaluated after that period. While she won’t be available for New York’s regular-season opener Friday—also against Connecticut—tests brought encouraging news. An MRI showed no significant structural damage to the ankle...

Detroit — A quiet game turned into a decisive rout in a matter of minutes as Milwaukee’s explosive eighth inning overwhelmed Detroit and reshaped the narrative of the night. The Milwaukee Brewers secured a 12-4 win over the Detroit Tigers, using a seven run eighth inning to break open what had been a competitive matchup through the first six innings. The latest result highlights a clear shift in momentum for Milwaukee, driven by timely hitting, lineup depth, and effective bullpen support....

San Antonio — A dramatic momentum swing defined the latest playoff chapter as Scoot Henderson powered a late surge while a Victor Wembanyama injury altered the trajectory of a tightly contested series. The Portland Trail Blazers evened their Western Conference matchup at 1-1 with a 106-103 win over the San Antonio Spurs, closing the game on an 11-2 run and capitalizing on a pivotal fourth quarter collapse. The latest timeline of this series now centers on both Henderson’s emergence and the...