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Minnesota Lynx (0-1) at Phoenix Mercury (0-2, 0-1 Western Conference) Phoenix; Thursday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix faces the Minnesota Lynx after Brittney Griner scored 27 points in the Phoenix Mercury's 75-69 loss to the Chicago Sky.
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Charles “Cotton” Nash, a three-time All-America forward at Kentucky who played in the NBA, ABA and Major League Baseball, has died. He was 80. The school announced Nash’s death on Tuesday after being informed by his son, Patrick, but did not specify a cause.
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The death sentence for a Minnesota man who killed a North Dakota college student 20 years ago has been officially changed to life in prison. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Ralph Erickson signed the sentence amendment for Alfonso Rodriguez Jr.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored late in stoppage time to give Minnesota United a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers on Saturday night. Minnesota goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair made four saves in the victory, including a dangerous header from defender Zac McGraw in the 89th minute.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have revamped their bullpen in pursuit of more success in the middle innings. The Angels activated left-hander Aaron Loup from the injured list and called up right-handers Reyes Moronta and Jacob Webb before Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins.