Why James Harden’s reunion with Daryl Morey in Philadelphia went south

James Harden’s days in Philadelphia are unofficially over, with the Sixers star deciding on Thursday to opt into the $35.6 million option on his contract for next season en route to asking for a trade, as The Athletic’s Shams Charania first reported. According to sources directly involved in the situation on both sides, the Los … Read more

Ukraine aims to wear down and outsmart a Russian army distracted by infighting

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The ambush had been postponed three times before Ukrainian commanders decided one recent night that conditions were finally right. Cloaked in darkness, a battalion of Kyiv’s 129th brigade pressed ahead, advancing stealthily on unsuspecting Russian soldiers. By the time the Russians situated along the front line realized they were under attack, … Read more

Ukraine has an array of new Western weapons. What advantages could they offer in a counteroffensive?

When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Ukraine’s military was largely reliant on Soviet-era weaponry, from tanks to artillery to fighter jets. While that arsenal helped Ukraine fend off an assault on the capital of Kyiv and prevent a total rout in the early weeks of the war, billions of dollars in military assistance has … Read more

Red Wings’ Yzerman keeps draft picks, still seeking help through trade, free agency

Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman arrived in Nashville with 10 selections in the 2023 NHL draft, including five of the first 43 picks. With several needs, mostly notably goal-scoring, many expected Yzerman to use some of that draft capital to deal for immediate help. Instead, the Red Wings ended up acquiring an additional … Read more