Suns All-Star Devin Booker out at least 4 weeks with groin strain

Booker has missed six of the past nine games because of hamstring and groin ailments. He tried to return for the team’s Christmas Day matchup against the Denver Nuggets but played just four minutes before having to leave the game.

Wisconsin beats Oklahoma State 24-17 in Guaranteed Rate Bowl

“It ended exactly the way we wanted it to — we got the win,” said Braelon Allen, who ran for 116 yards and scored on a 20-yard touchdown.

Washington scores 26 as banged-up Suns beat Grizzlies

Jock Landale scored 16, and Deandre Ayton had 15 points and 10 rebounds. Chris Paul finished with 14 points and six assists.

Carcone scores in debut, Coyotes end Avs’ 4-game win streak

Shayne Gostisbehere, Lawson Crouse, J.J. Moser and Clayton Keller also scored for Arizona, Connor Ingram made 28 saves and Jacob Chychrun had three assists to reach 102 for his career.

Billionaire agrees to buy Suns and Mercury, NFL legend Franco Harris dies: top sports stories

A billionaire who played college basketball for Michigan State has agreed to buy the Phoenix Suns and Mercury franchises, and the man responsible for the most iconic play in NFL history passed away – these are the top stories in the world of sports from Dec. 19-25.

US to let MLB stars play for Cuba in 2023 World Baseball Classic

It clears the way for MLB stars like José Abreu, Yordan Alvarez, and Randy Arozarena to represent their home country in the World Baseball Classic next year.

Jokic, Nuggets outlast Suns 128-125 in OT; Booker sidelined

Devin Booker lasted only 4:20 in his return from a groin injury, scoring two points after getting 58 against New Orleans in his previous start.

Stephan Bonnar, UFC Hall of Famer, dies at 45

Stephan Bonnar played a significant role in the UFC’s growth into the dominant promotion in mixed martial arts.

Pelé's family gathers at hospital as cancer worsens

Doctors said the three-time World Cup winner is under “elevated care” at a Brazilian hospital with his family by his side.

NBA Christmas tradition continues with 5 matchups: What to know

This is the 15th consecutive year of five games being played on Christmas. Here are some things to know about the matchups.

Vejmelka sharp in Coyotes’ 2-1 shootout win over Kings

Vejmelka had 26 saves and stopped all three shots in a shootout in the Coyotes’ 2-1 victory over the Kings on Friday night.

Brittney Griner asks supporters to advocate for Paul Whelan

"I hope you’ll join me in writing to Paul Whelan and continuing to advocate for other Americans to be rescued and returned to their families," Griner wrote.

No. 5 Arizona overpowers Morgan State for 93-68 victory

The Wildcats (12-1) were coming off a pair of tests in wins over No. 8 Tennessee and Montana State, NCAA Tournament teams a year ago.

NFL Sunday Ticket moving to YouTube TV for 2023 season

Next season, fans can catch all out-of-market NFL games Sunday on YouTube TV and YouTube Primetime Channels.