No. 2 Stanford opens postseason Friday, looking for first title in 30 years

Thirty-one years ago first-year head coach David Esquer was playing for a national title in a Stanford baseball uniform. They won it, and then again the next year, in 1988. And that was their last title to date. 

Warriors withstand James' 51 points to win NBA Finals Game 1

The Warriors are bigger favorites in Game 1 of the NBA Finals than they were for most other home games this season.  

McKinney 14-year-old wins National Spelling Bee

OXON HILL, Md. (AP) -- The end of the biggest Scripps National Spelling Bee in history came abruptly, and it wasn't the conclusion that many expected. Naysa Modi, a poised and charismatic four-time participant whose long spelling career seemed to be building toward triumph, sat next to a newcomer whom she had already beaten this year -- at the county level.

Warriors want to "finish the job;" more from NBA Finals Media Day

The Golden State Warriors will meet LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals for the fourth straight year. On Wednesday, both teams held their Media Day.

That Kid's Got Game: Trick shooting toddler makes multiple baskets from second-story window

Oh, that trick shot from a three-year-old was a fluke? Well, here’s five in a row from a toddler that sources Michael Jordan as inspiration.  Calvin Shannon’s basketball shooting stroke stands out in a big way, from a second-story sling to making shots at 13 months old, the kid has serious skills. And he’s this week’s talent on That Kid’s Got Game.

Oakland prepares for Warriors' 4th consecutive NBA Finals

Larger than life, the faces of the Golden State Warriors basketball team stared down from the signs outside Oracle Arena in Oakland, as crews bustled around, preparing the venue for the NBA Finals Game 1 scheduled to start at 6pm Thursday. 

Raiders TE Jared Cook speaks out on NFL's anthem policy

Long before Colin Kaepernick's protest during the national anthem became one of the biggest issues in the NFL, Oakland Raiders tight end Jared Cook was one of a handful of St. Louis players who took part in their own on-field display against police brutality and racial injustice.

Report: NFL players weigh sitting out season until Colin Kaepernick is signed

This fall, the NFL will have a new policy in place to observe the national anthem. Colin Kaepernick, the player who started the protests still won't be on any NFL field at all - unless some NFL players get their way.

Cal freshman Darren Baker brings a lifetime of experience to the baseball field

Hard to believe it’s been more than 15 years since then-three-year old Darren Baker made a beeline for Kenny Lofton’s bat in the 2002 World Series.

Warriors reach 4th straight NBA Finals with win over Houston

HOUSTON (AP) - When the Golden State Warriors lost Game 5 of the Western Conference finals to the Rockets on Thursday night to send them to the brink of elimination they vowed to be back in Houston for Game 7. After a resounding win in Game 6 that's exactly where the defending champions are, preparing for a winner-take-all game Monday night for a spot in the NBA Finals.

Warriors' Klay Thompson hot hand carries Warriors into Game 7 with Rockets

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Klay Thompson flashed back to a night he left the arena still in uniform, furious about his forgettable performance against Denver. It used to be he struggled to shake off a bad night, or even a bad start to a game. Now, he just keeps shooting. Whenever he feels like it, from wherever. No conscience. A hand or two in his face, no matter.

Golden State Warriors beat Houston Rockets, force Game 7

On the brink of elimination, the Golden State Warriors overcame a huge first-half deficit on Saturday evening to defeat the Houston Rockets in Oakland and force Game 7 bak in Houston on Memorial Day.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr calls NFL anthem policy 'idiotic,' even though NBA has similar rules

Never shy to express his political feelings, Golden State Warriors Coach Steve Kerr took on the National Football League of Thursday, declaring the new policy to force players who don't want to stand during the Star Spangled Banner to hide in the locker room as "idiotic." 

Shaq pays for funeral for woman killed in crossfire outside graduation

Basketball great Shaquille O’Neal will pay the funeral expenses of a woman who was killed last Friday outside a graduation ceremony in Clayton County.

Golden State's Iguodala to miss Game 5 against Rockets

HOUSTON (AP) - Golden State's Andre Iguodala will miss Game 5 of the Western Conference finals against the Houston Rockets on Thursday night. It will be the second straight game Iguodala has missed after he bruised his left knee in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game. Houston got a 95-92 win in Game 4 on Tuesday to even the series at 2-2 heading in Thursday's game.

49ers fans say NFL policy puts 'Take a Knee' protests back in the spotlight

Strong reaction from 49er Faithful Wednesday over the NFL’s new anthem policy. Fans thought the controversy was going away, now it's back in the spotlight especially since 49ers owner Jed York was the only owner who abstained from voting.

Judge drops domestic violence charges against 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster

A Santa Clara County judge decided Wednesday afternoon at a preliminary hearing to not pursue charges of felony domestic violence against 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster.