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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

Matthew Paras was a digital sports writer for the Washington Times.

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Washington Redskins quarterbacks Alex Smith (11) and Colt McCoy (12) share a joke at the start of NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Thursday, July 26, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Alex Smith, Redskins quarterback, thinks his best football is ahead of him

Smith, entering his 14th season, knows there will be a learning curve as he adjusts to his third team. Sure it helps he is well-versed in the West Coast offense, which Jay Gruden runs, but each coaching staff has their own verbiage, skill sets and preferences. But after the Redskins completed their first training camp practice Thursday, Smith said his best football is still ahead of him.

July 26, 2018
FILE - In this Jan. 13, 2018, file photo, San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) moves the ball up court during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets, in San Antonio.  (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File) **FILE**

Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors shakes up Eastern Conference

The NBA saw a major shakeup Wednesday with the San Antonio Spurs sending disgruntled star Kawhi Leonard and guard Danny Green to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for guard DeMar DeRozan, center Jakob Poeltl and a protected 2019 first-round pick -- a move that could change the dynamic of the Eastern Conference.

July 18, 2018