Morning News Links
NBA
The agent for NY Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin says his client will entertain offers from multiple clubs this summer as a restricted free agent. [NY Post]
Dwight Howard reportedly wants out of Orlando more than ever, despite the release of head coach Stan Van Gundy and general manager Otis Smith. [Sheridan Hoops]
Indiana Pacers assistant coach Brian Shaw and Golden State Warriors assistant coach Michael Malone are the top candidates for the vacant Magic head coaching position. [Sports Illustrated]
Multiple people were shot downtown in Oklahoma City following the Thunder's Game 5 victory over the Lakers. [The Oklahoman]
Rookie of the Year Kyrie Irving took his talents to a pick-up basketball game... dressed up as an old man named "Uncle Drew." [YouTube]
Former NY Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni says that his decision to resign was inevitable. He adds that he has not been contacted regarding the vacant Orlando Magic head coaching job, but he is still interested in coaching in the NBA. [Sports Illustrated]
MLB
Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz says he doesn't get any respect from the media or the Red Sox's front office. [ESPN]
Cincinnati Reds pitcher Aroldis Chapman was arrested after he was pulled over for driving 93 mph with a suspended licence. [WLWT]
The Texas Rangers are considering signing free agent pitcher Roy Oswalt. [Fort Worth Star-Telegram]
There has been no evidence of any progress towards a long-term contract extension between the Phillies and pitcher Cole Hamels. [CBS Sports]
NHL
New Jersey Devils goalie Martin Brodeur comments on being punched by former teammate Mike Rupp, following last night's Game 4 victory over the Rangers. [Fire & Ice] [Video]
Rangers coach John Tortorella does not believe that Mike Rupp will face NHL discipline for his punch to Devils goalie Martin Brodeur. [Twitter]
The Detroit Red Wings have hired architects to construct an 18,000 seat arena in downtown Detroit. [Sports Business Journal]
NFL
The Cleveland Browns expect first-round draft pick Brandon Weeden to be their starting quarterback for Week 1 of the regular season. [Akron Beacon Journal]
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers traded tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. to the Seattle Seahawks, and signed free agent tight end Dallas Clark to a one-year deal. [The Score]
Houston Texans star wide receiver Andre Johnson says that he will be sidelined for the next three to four weeks after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery. [ESPN]
Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says that quarterback Matt Moore will likely be the starter, and that first-round draft pick Ryan Tannehill won't start until he is ready. [ESPN]
GOLF
Tiger Woods says that he is improving, and that he is getting closer to contending on a regular basis. [ESPN]
