SPORTS

The good news for Toronto Raptors fans is that they are not totally in rebuilding mode. The bad news is that it could take them to the dreaded middle ground of mediocrity—battling for the lower seeds but not enough to win it all. The latter could be true now but they may be a few moves away from being real title contenders. For now they’ll settle being one of the most exciting teams in the entire league.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believed his relationship with Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is better than ever after the two elite football tactician exchange feisty words few years ago.

Ashley Cole is very willing to sign a new contract with Chelsea, the left-back announced on Wednesday.

Boston Red Sox slugger Shane Victorino is proud of his accomplishment of winning the Gold Glove award at two different positions.

The Texas Rangers are reportedly interested to extend Nelson Cruz contract, a source close to situation disclosed on Thursday.

Paul George recorded 32 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists while George Hill added 19 points as the Indiana Pacers rallied in the fourth quarter to book a 95-90 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday at New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Kevin Love recorded 31 points and 17 rebounds and hit a game-tying trey at the end of regulation as the Minnesota Timberwolves went on to take 120-115 win over the young and rebuilding Orlando Magic on Wednesday at Target Center.

Dwight Howard chalked up 17 points and 26 rebounds while James Harded recorded 21 points and 5 assists as the Houston Rockets cruised to a 96-83 win over the Charlotte Bobcats on Wednesday at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

Carmelo Anthony recorded 19 points and 10 rebounds while Raymond Felton added 18 points as the New York Knicks cruised to a 90-83 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday at Madison Square Garden.

Greg Monroe racked up 24 points and 16 rebounds while Josh Smith and Will Bynum added 19 each as the Detroit Pistons took a 113-102 win over the Washington Wizards at the Palace of Auburn Hill.

Rudy Gay finished with 19 points and 8 rebounds while Amir Johnson and DeMar DeRozan each scored 13 points as the Toronto Raptors beat the Boston Celtics 93-87 Wednesday at Air Canada Center.

Michael Carter-Williams recorded 22 points, 12 assists, 9 steals and 7 rebounds to kick off his NBA career on a winning lead, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 114-110 stunner against the Miami Heat at Wells Fargo Arena.

Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly said he's not thinking about tanking despite sporting a 3-5 record midway into the season.

Kansas City Chiefs never had a great shot at bringing back tight end Tony Gonzalez, a source close to situation reported on Thursday.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Percy Harvin is unlikely to make his debut this coming Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, head coach Pete Carroll confirmed on Thursday.

New England Patriots Rob Gronkowski reportedly participated in practice, but his activity remains limited as he recovers from a hamstring injury.

Toronto Raptors general manager Masai Ujiri said he's going to evaluate every player on his roster before he makes any movement this season.

Houston Rockets swingman James Harden believes his team is ready for a big lift off this season after acquiring Dwight Howard last summer.

New York Knicks owner James Dolan is putting high expectation on his team this year, believing they have enough talents to win it all this year.

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and star player LeBron James are reportedly more intertwined than ever entering their fourth season together, a source close to situation reported on Thursday.

Carmelo Anthony and the New York Knicks have entered into an agreement not to discuss any details about the basketball star's upcoming free agency during the 2013-14 season, Marc Berman of the New York Post reported on Wednesday.

Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert that star point guard Kyrie Irving is bound to stay with the team for life, contrary to the decision made by LeBron James in 2010.

Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen and attacker Ryo Miyaichi, were in utter dismay over their side's 2-0 defeat in the hands of Chelsea in the Capital One Cup.

Week 10 of the NCAA football season kicks off on Friday (Australia time) with the Pac-12 Halloween game between the #25 Arizona State Sun Devils and the Washington State Cougars.

Newcastle Knights halfback Ryan Stig has risen to fame infamy, after posting homophobic remarks on Twitter on October 23.

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger revealed that his side will bounce back from the 2-0 loss against Chelsea in the Capital One Cup, which caused their exodus.

November 3's featured NFL game involves two teams heading in seemingly opposite directions: the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills.

The Canadian uniforms for 2014 Olympics were unveiled on Wednesday October 30

Considered one of the top contenders in the West, the Los Angeles Clippers did not play like it in their season debut allowing the Los Angeles Lakers to get the upset win Tuesday night. The Golden State Warriors did not have any kind of trouble against the same Lakers squad Wednesday with a blowout victory at home.