Basketball

WNBA outlook is promising after record-setting year, although the league has a few challenges ahead

NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA looks promising heading into the offseason after a banner year with record ratings, attendance and a first-time champion in New York.

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Montreal's Chris Boucher gets more playing time for Raptors after season on bench

TORONTO — Chris Boucher was back, for at least one game. The veteran forward spent most of last season at the far end of the Toronto Raptors' bench, rarely seeing playing time. Even with the team rocked by a raft of injuries, Boucher averaged 14.

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Atlanta plays Charlotte in conference matchup

Charlotte Hornets (1-0, fifth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Atlanta Hawks (1-0, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Atlanta; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Atlanta takes on Charlotte in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams.

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Los Angeles takes on Phoenix in conference matchup

Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Western Conference foes Los Angeles and Phoenix will play.

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Utah takes on conference rival Golden State

Golden State Warriors vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Friday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Golden State faces Utah in Western Conference action Friday. Utah went 31-51 overall and 16-36 in Western Conference play last season. The Jazz averaged 27.