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Rory McIlroy, two Irelands and a complicated Open homecoming

The complex relationship between Northern Ireland and Ireland has always been a part of Rory McIlroy's life. As The Open comes to his home, McIlroy has already won.
Navigating the cluttered mind of Jordan Spieth

Everything Jordan Spieth touched turned out so well. Then the slump hit. Now, everything is being analyzed and criticized. Can he find his way back?
Everything you need to know about The Open

From the favorites to the course, to Tiger, to where's Matthew Wolff, we look at everything that matters to get you set for The Open.
Warriors GM: We didn't acquire Russell to flip him

Golden State Warriors GM Bob Myers said Monday that the organization still hasn't decided whether new guard D'Angelo Russell fits into the team's long-term plans.
Sources: Waived JR Smith not headed to Lakers

JR Smith has been waived by the Cavaliers, but sources have told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski that joining the Lakers and reuniting with LeBron James is unlikely.
Sources: Cuban fined $50,000 for meeting leak

Mavs owner Mark Cuban has been fined for leaking information about the vote to allow coaches' challenges during last week's Board of Governors meeting, sources said.
Tiger says Masters took toll as he crams for Open

Tiger Woods says that his win at Augusta National in April exacted a toll, and the state of his game entering The Open at Royal Portrush is not at the same level.
Clarke stakes Grizzlies to summer league crown

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins has yet to lead an official NBA game, but he's bringing some hardware home to Beale Street.
Cubs acquire catcher Maldonado from Royals

The Chicago Cubs acquired catcher Martin Maldonado for left-hander Mike Montgomery in a deal with the Kansas City Royals,
NBA Power Rankings: Who are the league's best teams now?

Where do the league's contenders stand now? We're taking stock of all 30 teams as the dust settles on a wild offseason.