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By CLAY BAILEY, Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Ja Morant scored 29 points, including five in the final minute, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Golden State Warriors 116-108 Tuesday night for their 10th straight win. “I just like having that pressure,” Morant said of his scoring down the stretch. “I feel like that’s when I shine the most. I like to be the one taking that shot, hit or miss.” Ziaire Williams and Tyus Jones had 17 points each, Williams recording a season-high in points. Jones keyed a fourth-quarter rally that put the Grizzlies ahead for good. He finished 6 for 8 from the field, including connecting on all five of his 3-point attempts. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 27 points, 10 rebounds Nike Outlet and 10 assists for his sec...

By JOE REEDY, AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Evgeni Malkin couldn't have dreamed up a better return to the Pittsburgh Penguins' lineup. The four-time All-Star and 2012 Hart Trophy winner scored twice and had an assist in his season debut Tuesday night as the surging Penguins rolled to a 4-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. “Obviously we were hopeful that he’d have an immediate impact, and to score two goals like he did tonight, set up an empty-netter on one of (Jeff Carter’s) goals, was quite an impact on the game,” Penguins coach Mike Sullivan said. Malkin had not played since undergoing right knee surgery in June. He missed Pittsburgh's first 34 games, but had been skating with teammates for several weeks and Sneakers2090 was a full participant...

By JOSH DUBOW, AP Pro Football Writer The NFL's steady increase in offensive production took a step back this season. The average points per game for teams dropped from a record 24.8 in 2021 to 23 this season as improved defense, some quarterback-related COVID absences, more holding calls and visiting teams dealing with crowds likely made an impact. The drop of 1.8 points per game per team was the second biggest single-season decline since the merger, behind only the 2.0 points per game from 1976 to 1977. The scoring across the league was more back in line in what it Latest Jordan 2020 was before the pandemic-impacted 2020 season. The NFL averaged 22.8 points per game per team from 2013-19. Passer rating leaguewide dropped from 93.6 to 90.8, the 5.4...

It’s a new year, so why not take steps to glamour up your pre-pandemic shoe closet? But just because you’re shoe shopping doesn’t mean you can’t sneak in a little luxury — and perhaps some swanky sips. Starting Monday, January 10, Austinites can kick back with a glass of wine while shopping for kicks at Blue Suede, a new women’s boutique and lounge in South Austin. The perfectly named Blue Suede promises a variety of designer women’s shoes and accessories in a warm, inviting space at 1600 S. First St. The goal, according to the boutique’s owners and co-founders, Jennifer Parkman and Cynthia McMillioan, is to Skechers Shoes remove the pressure of shoe shopping — no more awkward conversations with salespeople looking for the right size — while also creating an experience as chic as the...

While the holidays are over, it never hurts to share a heartwarming story of a surprise Christmas present for a beloved high school custodian. Since joining the Indiana-based Carmel High School in 2009, custodian William Crowder has become known not only for his commendable work ethic, but his enjoyment for interacting with students and staff and building friendships. When he’s not working his shifts, he still likes to ingratiate himself in the school community, notably as a regular attendee for Friday football games, reports WTHR13. In the process, he struck up a friendship with Carmel quarterback Zach Osborne. After catching the games, he would stop by Zach each Monday morning to talk with him about the game. Osborne, who appreciated the gesture and the interactions they’ve shared,...