NBA Free Agency Buzz, U.S. Gymnastics Trials, and More Sports Updates: Stay Informed with The Athletic Live Blog!

Coach Norris

Jul 1, 2024 — 1 min read

NBA free agency kicked off last night, and the Clippers stole the spotlight. Law Murray, our Clippers writer, had a busy night covering the action. Stay updated with The Athletic's live blog for more updates.

At the U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, the Paris squad saw familiar faces securing spots, with Hezly Rivera, a 16-year-old newcomer, clinching the fifth spot.

Simone Biles continues to defy age barriers in gymnastics, with impressive stats like winning her first world title when Rivera was just 5 years old.

In other news, the USMNT faces Uruguay in the Copa America, with Gregg Berhalter's coaching possibly on the line.

Mercedes ended their F1 win drought with George Russell's victory at the Austrian Grand Prix, marred by a collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris.

Other updates cover a harrowing Olympic golf story, high-stakes soccer between France and Belgium, and intriguing NHL draft possibilities for 2025.

The MLB trade deadline month begins, while Triple-A baseball's declining quality impacts struggling MLB hitters.

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