Trades (Sports) – Page 10

Nets Cut the Drama and Rekindle Championship Hopes

Kevin Durant’s trade request, a coaching change and Kyrie Irving’s suspension made the Nets look destined for another season of disappointment. Now, they’re the hottest team in the Eastern Conference.

By Scott Cacciola

Basketball Soccer Stadiums and Arenas Trades (Sports)

In L.A. Since the ’80s, the Clippers Are Finally Planting a Flag

Superstar players have chosen the oft-overlooked team, whose deep-pocketed owner is betting big — with his own money — that fans will choose it, too.

By Tania Ganguli

Buzbee, Tony G Football Houston Texans National Football League Sexual Harassment Suits and Litigation (Civil) Trades (Sports) Watson, Deshaun (1995- )

Deshaun Watson’s Return Is Met With Boos, and a Win

The Browns’ defense and special teams scored three touchdowns in a win over the Texans. But the game took a back seat to Deshaun Watson’s return from an 11-game suspension.

By Jenny Vrentas

Basketball Boston Celtics Brown, Jaylen (1996- ) Doncic, Luka (1999- ) Mazzulla, Joe Smart, Marcus Sports Injuries Tatum, Jayson (1998- ) Trades (Sports)

The Celtics Have Found a New Way to Be Better Than Everyone Else

Boston was the best defensive team last season en route to the N.B.A. finals. Not so much this year. A scorching offense has helped them to the best record this year.

By Scott Cacciola