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Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Lexington
NBA Considers Modified Lottery System to Discourage Tanking
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced a proposed draft lottery change, dubbed the '3-2-1 lottery'. The proposal seeks to disincentivize teams from deliberately losing games to improve their draft position. The league's Board of Governors will vote on the plan later this month.
Tarik Skubal Begins Throwing Program After Elbow Surgery
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal has started a throwing program following elbow surgery on May 6. The team placed Skubal on the 15-day injured list effective May 4, projecting a two-to-three month recovery period.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Arsenal Defeats Manchester City; Premier League Title Race Tightens
Arsenal defeated Manchester City, impacting the Premier League title race. The Gunners extended their lead with the win, despite City holding a game in hand.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Irmo Breaks Ground on New Basketball Court at Rawls Creek Park
Irmo broke ground this week on a new full-court basketball court at Rawls Creek Park, with construction expected to finish by mid-July.
Saturday, May 16, 2026