Gobert pledges $500,000 to help with relief, NBA shutdown

Good News Notes: “Rudy Gobert of the Utah Jazz offered the first of what he said will be “many steps” he will take to help with the coronavirus pandemic, pledging Saturday to donate more than $500,000 to relief efforts. Gobert, who was the first NBA player to test positive for COVID-19 — a diagnosis that prompted…

NBA star Donovan Mitchell donates coats, hats to Stamford charit

Good News Notes: “Dozens of needy kids in Stamford have new coats and hats Wednesday night thanks to NBA player Donovan Mitchell.” “Brand-new clothing arrived at Inspirica, Inc., a Stamford charity dedicated to helping families escape homelessness.” “The rising NBA star who plays for the Utah Jazz is the son of a preschool teacher in…