The first modern Olympic Games begin in Athens, Greece. James B. Connelly wins the first event — the hop, step and jump. 1936 — Horton Smith edges Harry Cooper by one stroke to win ...

Detroit Pistons are the worst NBA team by record to make the playoffs the following season. See full ranking here.

Jess Willard beats Jack Johnson in the 26th round to win the world heavyweight boxing title in Havana. 1927 — Johnny Weissmuller breaks his own 200-meter freestyle record by ...

Pearson’s first win at Darlington came with Holman-Moody, Ford’s powerhouse operation based in Charlotte, from 1956 until ...

The minister for justice revealed this week that 143 movies are still banned, including titles featuring an Oscar-winning ...

University of Florida recruit Olivier Rioux is the tallest college basketball player in D-1 history. Who else is on the list?

George Foreman's death brought sadness but conjured cherished memories for Ron Lipton, a Poughkeepsie resident and longtime friend of the boxing icon.

On Tuesday evening, the Golden State Warriors are playing the Memphis Grizzlies. Steph Curry has had one of the best ...

Miles Bridges had 26 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists and the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Utah Jazz 110-106 on Monday ...

During his time suiting up for the Nets, Ard wore only jersey Nos. 12 and 11 and put up 5.2 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.

Jayson Tatum had 25 points and 14 rebounds, Al Horford scored 26 points and the Boston Celtics swept a six-game road trip for ...