Sports News Roundup: LeBron gets favorable news on groin injury; Schumacher in F1's thoughts as stricken great turns 50

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Team Envy boots player over comments about sports disaster

Josh "Jablett" Ablett has been kicked off eSports organization Team Envy for making what the team termed "insensitive comments" related to the deaths of 96 people and the injuries of hundreds more at a soccer match in Sheffield, England, in 1989. During what appeared to be a group chat, one person referred to "the 96," referring to those killed in a human crush of people in standing room areas on April 15, 1989, at Hillsborough Stadium. Another 766 people were injured in what is still known as the worst disaster in British sports.

NBA notebook: Agent optimistic about Fultz's status

The 76ers don't know when Markelle Fultz might be ready to return to action, but Fultz's agent is optimistic that the second-year guard will play for Philadelphia again this season. Agent Raymond Brothers told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Tuesday that Fultz, 20, is seeing improved strength and mobility in his right shoulder.

LeBron gets favorable news on groin injury

LeBron James is listed as day to day with his strained left groin after the results of his MRI exam came back clean, the Los Angeles Lakers announced on Wednesday. James isn't expecting to miss much time based on his tweet shortly after news broke. The Los Angeles Lakers star used an emoji to display his thanks.

Report: Tiger, Phil to play 'The Match' in 2019, '20

Phil Mickelson beat Tiger Woods in "The Match" last month, but Woods could have his chance to top Mickelson in 2019. Golf Digest reported Wednesday that the two golfers actually signed a three-year contract to play head-to-head matches through 2020. Golfworld, however, said the format could differ, with Mickelson and Woods teaming up against another pair of golfers, or each one pairing with another player and headlining the twosome.

NBA roundup: Leonard, Raptors ends Heat's win streak

Kawhi Leonard posted a game-high 30 points and added eight rebounds as the Toronto Raptors snapped the host Miami Heat's five-game win streak with a 106-104 victory on Wednesday night. The Raptors were without point guard Kyle Lowry, who has back pain. But Toronto is 8-1 without Lowry this season.

NFL notebook: Rams' Gurley (knee) in limbo for finale

Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay said running back Todd Gurley could miss his second straight game with a knee injury Sunday against San Francisco. The Rams were in a similar position last weekend, ultimately deciding to deactivate the three-time Pro Bowl selection just before their 31-9 win Sunday at Arizona. Gurley leads the NFL in rushing touchdowns (17) and total touchdowns (21) but has been dealing with inflammation in his left knee since Week 15.

Former LA Galaxy coach Sigi Schmid dies at 65

Former Los Angeles Galaxy coach Sigi Schmid, the winningest coach in MLS history who was hospitalized at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center three weeks ago in need of a heart transplant, died Tuesday at the age of 65. Schmid had a history of heart problems, and members of the Galaxy expressed concern about his health last season. The coach resigned from leading the Galaxy in September.

Belichick looks to Jets, Brady to the future

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is thinking long-term. His coach, Bill Belichick, is thinking short-term, as usual. Belichick responded on Wednesday to a radio interview Brady did earlier this week, when he recommitted to playing as long as possible. The five-time Super Bowl champion, who on Sunday led the Patriots to their 10th straight division title, told Westwood One radio that he intends to return in 2019 for a 20th NFL season.

Report: Packers interview ex-Lions, Colts coach Caldwell

The Green Bay Packers have interviewed former Detroit Lions and Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Caldwell for the same position in Green Bay, Pro Football Talk reported Wednesday. It's the first reported head-coaching interview made by any team this year.

Schumacher in F1's thoughts as stricken great turns 50

Michael Schumacher is in Formula One's thoughts as the seven times world champion approaches his 50th birthday, five years on from the near-fatal skiing accident that has left the Ferrari great fighting brain injuries behind a wall of secrecy. The German, still the sport's most successful driver in terms of wins (91) and titles, will reach his half century on Jan. 3.

(With inputs from Reuters)