Forty years ago, one of the greatest boxing matches in history took place in an unlikely setting: the capital of the Philippines. Muhammad Ali's epic win over great rival Joe Frazier in 1975 became known as the "Thrilla in Manila."

Four decades later,...

The Denver Nuggets have dealt often-injured center JaVale McGee, a protected 2015 first-round pick and the draft rights for Chukwudiebere Maduabum to the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday.
   
In return, the Nuggets received the rights to Cenk Akyol, a 6-foot-6 guard from Turkey who plays in the Turkish…

The Denver Nuggets have sent veteran guard Arron Afflalo to the Portland Trail Blazers in a five-player deal.
   
The Nuggets also included backup forward Alonzo Gee in the trade Thursday. General manager Tim Connelly says that in return, Denver received Thomas Robinson, Victor Claver and Will Barton…

The Oklahoma City Thunder have traded guard Reggie Jackson to the Detroit Pistons.
   
Jackson's agent, Aaron Mintz, confirmed the move Thursday. It was not immediately clear who the Thunder would get in return.
   
Jackson helped the Thunder keep it together last season while Russell Westbrook was…

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The Colorado Springs Switchbacks have announced their home opener for the 2015 regular season.

Two people with knowledge of the agreement say Wade Phillips is returning to Denver as Gary Kubiak's defensive coordinator.

The Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings will take their skates outdoors.

The Denver Broncos confirm Gary Kubiak will be the team's next head coach.