Jaylen Brown scores 34 points and Boston ends Cleveland’s six-game winning streak.
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Three Patriots selected for 2022 Pro Bowl
Cornerback J.C. Jackson earns his first selection while linebacker Matthew Judon gets his third and special teamer Matthew Slater his 10th.
NFL discussed cancellations due to COVID-19
The NFL has been steadfast about playing all games, but the latest surge in COVID-19 cases forced all options to be considered.
Mental health among athletes spotlighted in tumultuous 2021
Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and others led an awakening for athletes who started to publicly address anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts they experienced.
Patriots notebook: Unvaccinated Beasley blames rules, not virus, for missing Sunday’s game
Buffalo wide receiver Cole Beasley, a critic of vaccinations, is out Sunday against New England after reportedly testing positive for COVID-19.
NHL makes easy call to skip Olympics again, cites COVID-19 uncertainty
Commentary: The NHL makes the move in the midst of a rise in virus cases, yet it was the league’s fiscal health that mattered most.
NHL pulls out of Beijing Olympics as coronavirus spike disrupts schedule
NHL players will not be allowed to participate in the second consecutive Winter Games following the postponement of 50 regular-season games.
Embiid scores 41 as 76ers beat Celtics, 108-103
Joel Embiid scores 17 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter for the 76ers.
Patriots notebook: Frustrated Belichick apologizes to media, looks forward
Bill Belichick didn’t have much to be happy about after Saturday’s loss to the Colts, but told the media on Monday, “it’s not your fault. It was a frustrating game.”
Sports Digest: Mavericks sign Maine Celtics forward Pinson to 10-day contract
Theo Pinson is averaging 16.4 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game for Maine.