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After 54 games, Cavaliers done with John Beilein, say reports

The 67-year-old former Michigan coach is expected to say goodbye to staff and players Wednesday.

Celtics rookie Grant Williams loves Settlers of Catan. Only problem is, no one will play with him

Williams became a Settlers of Catan fanatic in college, and we had to find out what it was all about.

The Celtics are paving a path to postseason success. What went right? What can be better?

Boston has a legitimate opportunity to claim the second seed in the Eastern Conference with a strong performance over the final 28 games.

Elam Ending turns NBA All-Star Game from farce to best spectacle in years

A new format and massive charity payout turned the fourth quarter into as close to a real game as the spectacle has seen in years.

GARY WASHBURN | ON BASKETBALL
NBA All-Stars all about honoring the memory of Kobe Bryant
This All-Star Weekend in Chicago has served as one 72-hour tribute to the iconic Lakers great.

NBA ALL-STAR GAME | TEAM LEBRON 157, TEAM GIANNIS 155
Kawhi Leonard wins MVP as Team LeBron wins exciting All-Star Game
A new format and massive charity payout turned the fourth quarter into as close to a real game as the spectacle has seen in years.

NBA All-Star festivities, as expected, all about honoring Kobe

All-Star weekend is in Michael Jordan’s longtime home of Chicago, but even he was overshadowed by the late, future Hall of Famer.

Watch both of Arlington’s Pat Connaughton’s slams in the dunk contest

The St. John’s Prep graduate earned a 50 with his second dunk, but didn’t reach the final.

Kevin Garnett explains difference between Minnesota and Celtics

“Minny, they run their team one way. Boston has a culture of basketball,’’ Garnett said.

Kevin Garnett overwhelmed after being named Hall of Fame finalist

It’s a mere formality that Garnett will join greats such as the late Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan in the Class of 2020 in Springfield in August. But Garnett appeared as if he was still stunned by the honor.

For Jayson Tatum, fatherhood is simply the best

NBA stardom is great, but the Celtics forward’s most fulfilling role is that of dad to his son, Deuce

NBA not closing the door on Elam Ending

Nick Elam devised a way to end every game with a winning basket, and avoid overtime and the slew of intentional fouls in the waning minutes.

Marcus Smart has some advice for paying for Valentine’s Day dinner

The Celtics guard doesn't believe in a cheap meal for a romantic night out on the town.

Celtics and DraftKings go into business together

DraftKings will be the daily fantasy sports partner of the team but not its betting partner — yet.

Forget his 39 points, Jayson Tatum’s defense on Kawhi Leonard stood out

Tatum showed that he could rise to the challenge of guarding a superstar — and it was hardly an aberration.

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Ryan Newman released from hospital two days after horrific Daytona 500 crash

Roush Fenway Racing released a photo of Newman leaving a hospital holding the hands of his two daughters. 2 hours ago

Sports Log

Rory McIlroy the first top golfer to dismiss proposed new tour

McIlroy said he wanted to be on the “right side of history’’ as he discussed the Premier Golf League. 2 hours ago

Lesley Visser wins Lifetime Achievement Award from Sports Emmys

In an April ceremony, the former Globe reporter will become the first woman to receive the honor. 3 hours ago

Boston College football

Boston College football coach Jeff Hafley’s staff is young, energetic, and has loads of experience

Nearly half of the Eagles’ 11 assistants have NFL experience, and all but one has been on a staff at a Power 5 school.

Daytona 500 crash

Ryan Newman may have been saved because of Dale Earnhardt’s death

The Intimidator perished 19 years ago, triggering a chain reaction of safety improvements for drivers.

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SPORTS LOG

Drew Brees says he’s coming back for a 20th season

The 41-year-old quarterback announced his intention to return in a social media post on Tuesday.

John Powers

Reflections on covering a miracle in Lake Placid 40 years ago

In the Olympics, the US stunned the Soviets and lifted American spirits, and for Boston, it was very much a local story.