Simon scores 25 points and Adrianna Smith has a double-double in the Black Bears’ win over Rhode Island.
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Celtics notebook: Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis share bond
The Celtics teammates live in the same building and have become friends, which seems to help them on the court.
Hockey roundup: Manslaughter arrest in death of player whose neck was cut with skate blade
South Yorkshire Police did not name the suspect or provide his age. He was in police custody.
Sports Digest: Maine Celtics fall to Capital City in NBA G League opener
JD Davison has 23 points, while Jordan Walsh scores 18 points in his debut with the Celtics.
NFL notebook: Mac Jones hopes Patriots gain momentum and put on a ‘good show’
New England QB Mac Jones relishes the chance to play abroad, and knows a win going into New England’s bye week is crucial.
Big Ten bans Michigan Coach Jim Harbaugh three games over sign-stealing allegations
Harbaugh will not be on the sidelines Saturday against No. 9 Penn State, but Michigan could take legal action to block the Big Ten ban.
Upbeat Bill Belichick hopes trip to Germany spurs Patriots to improve against Colts
New England is 2-7 following a loss to Washington with speculation swirling about Belichick’s future with the team.
Thursday’s college roundup: Maine shuts down La Salle for first win
Women’s basketball: Anne Simon leads the Black Bears with 20 points in a 58-48 victory.
NFL notebook: Jefferson back for Vikings, but won’t play until he’s fully healed
Minnesota’s star receiver Justin Jefferson missed four games with a pesky hamstring injury that he wants to be sure is completely healed.
Red Sox notebook: Craig Breslow, Alex Cora slowly building working relationship
After just a few weeks, the former Red Sox teammates are getting to know each other all over again, with a much different dynamic.