The IOC Exec Board today is expected to recommend awarding both the '24 and '28 Olympics simultaneously, a big step toward returning the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time since '96. IOC President Thomas Bach is scheduled to take media questions at noon ET. The decision would still need to be ratified by the entire IOC membership, which is scheduled to meet July 11. The exact details of how a combo package would proceed, including which city goes first, are still unknown, but it would guarantee Olympics for both L.A. and Paris, the only remaining contenders for '24. Neither city has backed off its desire to host in '24, but L.A. has suggested it is open to hosting in '28.

It has become "highly likely" that the '24 Games will be staged in Paris, while the '28 Games "will take place" in L.A., according to sources. One source said that L.A. "would be encouraged to stand aside for four years by being offered a higher share of revenues from sponsorship and broadcast rights." The IOC is due to meet in Lima, Peru, in September to vote on the '24 host, which "looks set to become a rubber-stamping exercise." That session "may used by the IOC leadership to urge members to accept a radical overhaul of the bidding structure" (FINANCIAL TIMES, 6/9).

The IOC today in Lausanne is "expected to vote to include 3-on-3 basketball" in the '20 Tokyo Games, and such a vote "would mark the culmination of a seven-year effort by FIBA." Since the governing body debuted 3-on-3 at the '10 Youth Olympics in Singapore, "pickup games have flowered in all corners of the world." USA Basketball CEO Jim Tooley said 3-on-3 is "much more accessible." Tooley: "It's a totally different style of game. It's an incredibly fast-paced sprint." The half-court format features a 12-second shot clock. The game ends after a 10-minute period or when one team reaches 21 points (BLEACHERREPORT.com, 6/8).

The IOC also is likely to greenlight BMX freestyle park for the '20 Tokyo Games. In this form of BMX racing, cyclists perform tricks on a skateboarding course (Ben Fischer, Staff Writer).

A crowd of 19,188 was on hand last night at Dick's Sporting Goods Park as USMNT F Christian Pulisic "came of age" in a FIFA World Cup qualifier against Trinidad & Tobago. Fans "saw the future of American soccer" in the 2-0 win, with Pulisic scoring both goals. The 18-year-old is now "ready for his closeup," as fans have "never seen an American with more natural ability to score" (DENVER POST, 6/9). The crowd was a sellout, and there were "more than a thousand temporary seats added" (DENVERPOST.com, 6/8).

About 1,000 Colts season-ticket holders attended last night's town hall event at Butler Univ., and team Owner Jim Irsay used the occasion to "double down on his mandate of multiple Super Bowl triumphs during the Andrew Luck era." The event, hosted by ESPN's Matt Hasselbeck, was the "first town hall in the Colts’ 33-year Indianapolis history." Fans "had the chance to greet" both coach Chuck Pagano and GM Chris Ballard, as well as "listen to on-stage discussions" with players and execs. Irsay spoke alongside his oldest daughter, Colts Vice Chair Carlie Irsay-Gordon, and "offered a spirited appeal to his fan base" (INDIANAPOLIS STAR, 6/9).

The Las Vegas Stadium Authority yesterday "breezed through a report-filled board meeting," taking "no major actions, but prepping for next month when a barrage of agreements involving the Raiders, UNLV and stadium financiers begin." When the board meets again July 13, "high on the priority list" will be the UNLV Joint-Use Agreement, which "will spell out procedures and policies relating to the Rebel football team’s use" of the Raiders' new stadium. Another "key document the authority is expected to address" next month will be a "community benefits agreement that will assure subcontracts to minority and small businesses" (LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL, 6/9).

Daytona Int'l Speedway today is unveiling a new exclusive-access ticket package for the upcoming Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Coke Zero 400. The limited-offer package for the July 1 race, which serves as NBC’s first of its half of the schedule, costs $4,000 per person and includes more than a dozen amenities and experiences that DIS is touting. They include hot laps around the track, admittance to the drivers’ meeting before the race, a seat in Gatorade Victory Lane after the race, a meet-and-greet with a driver and the MRN broadcast team, a visit to the flag stand, a hot pass for garage access, a meet-and-greet with country artist Tyler Farr, private viewing for the race, admission to the premium Rolex 24 and Daytona 500 clubs and a personal concierge with golf-cart service.

Nearly 16,000 fans "filled Bridgestone Arena" to watch last night's Predators-Penguins Game 5 in Pittsburgh on "giant screens over the ice." Another 2,000-3,000 people "joined the watch party in the street." The Penguins won 6-0 to take a 3-2 series lead (Nashville TENNESSEAN, 6/9).

The San Antonio City Council yesterday voted unanimously to "boost spending on the Alamodome's improvements" by nearly $1.3M, bringing the cap on the project to just over $51M (BIZJOURNALS.com, 6/8).

Hazeltine National in Chaska, Minn., today will be formally announced to "serve as host" for the '19 KPMG Women's PGA Championship (Minneapolis STAR TRIBUNE, 6/8).

Bloomingdale's runs a full-page ad in the N.Y. Times featuring Clippers G Chris Paul dressed in Polo Ralph Lauren to promote its selection of Father's Day gifts (THE DAILY).

"I still want her to have her name on the court at this point, but I'm disappointed" – Billie Jean King, on fellow Tennis HOFer Margaret Court's public stance on gay and transgender issues, and whether Court's name should remain on the Australian Open venue (NEWSDAY, 6/9).

"This is a great sports city. ... I just don't understand that moron that keeps talking about how bad Nashville is or how we pipe in music. ... He's a schmuck" – Predators President Sean Henry, on comments by Pittsburgh radio personality Dan Kingerski (Nashville TENNESSEAN, 6/9).

"Our tournaments excel in markets like this. ... There are certain markets where it really excels because it's the only golf event in that community and it captures that community as a whole" – PGA Tour Champions President Greg McLaughlin, while announcing that the Tour is bringing an event to Sioux Falls, S.D. (Sioux Falls ARGUS LEADER, 6/9).

Forbes.com goes with the header, "This Ticketing Platform Is Aiming To Overthrow Ticketmaster As Global Leader." Standing as India’s "first and largest entertainment and sports ticketing company, Kyazoonga is emerging as the fastest-growing international online ticket provider."

Under the header, "Rugby Club Pokes A Hole In The NCAA Bubble," the N.Y. TIMES writes, "Rugby, considered one of the fastest-growing sports in America, is a prime example of the proliferation of club sports at many universities that otherwise fail to compete on the increasingly tilted playing fields of college athletics."

Also: 

• Female drivers again finding plenty of success in NHRA ranks.
• D-backs are emblematic of MLB's shortage of compelling stars.
• An oral history of Allen Iverson and the Reebok basketball brand.
• Sports inspire venture capitalist Jeff Jordan's investment strategy.
• How USMNT manager Bruce Arena handles social, digital media.
• Chris Puckett is Major League Gaming's voice and "de facto PR man."
• In fourth of five-part series, Purdue AD Mike Bobinski talks budget.

Watching a replay of Red Sox-Yankees on @NESN and have to agree with a friend of mine. I want fewer graphics on my screen, not more.

— Bill Koch (@BillKoch25) June 9, 2017

The NHL takes concussions very seriously. In other news, Sidney Crosby just slammed PK Subban's head into the ice about 8 times

— Michael Gallagher (@mpatrickg5) June 9, 2017

Great activation -Discover Card's Day with the Cup

— Bill Sutton (@Sutton_ImpactU) June 9, 2017

#Patriots players on #SB51 receive their rings tonight. They are taxed on the FMV of the Super Bowl ring. #sportsbiz

— Robert Raiola, CPA (@SportsTaxMan) June 9, 2017

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Groundbreaking for The U.S. Olympic Museum in Colorado Springs will take place at 10:00am MT. Attending the ceremony will be Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers and USOC CEO Scott Blackmun.

Panthers QB Cam Newton's Kicking It with Cam! Celebrity Kickball Tournament will be held at 1:00pm ET at American Legion Memorial Stadium in Charlotte.

Topgolf opens its Charlotte location. See a preview of the facility from Charlotte Agenda.

Last night’s “Final Jeopardy!” category was “World War II Heroes.”

“Credited with saving thousands of lives before his disappearance, in 2016 he was officially declared dead by Sweden.”

David Beckham was a guest on CBS’ “The Late Late Show” last night and appeared in a segment where he and host James Corden both auditioned for the role of James Bond. Corden said he got the “opportunity to audition for one of the most iconic roles in film history. Now, unfortunately I bumped into an old friend and things didn’t go exactly according to plan.” Beckham then sat down with Corden and said he would “definitely not” accept the role of James Bond if it was offered to him “because it’s not my profession. I like to do things like that with you and with you only.” Corden then showed various photos of Beckham and the numerous fashion and hair choices he has made over the years, with Corden asking, “Are there any looks you regret the most?” Beckham: “Most of them” (“The Late Late Show,” CBS, 6/8).

Last night’s edition of NBC’s “The Tonight Show” featured the recurring segment “Tonight Show Superlatives,” in which host Jimmy Fallon gave out awards to Penguins and Predators players as they play in the Stanley Cup Final (“The Tonight Show,” NBC, 6/8).

“Who was Raoul Wallenberg?”