Rogers’ Sister Turns Critical

Carlos Rogers, the Toronto Raptor forward who is considering donating a kidney, left the team to join his sister in Detroit after she slipped into critical condition. Rene Rogers, 29, needs a kidney transplant. However, a hospital spokeswoman says she is not strong enough for the operation. . . . Sacramento Mayor Joe Serna asked that the city be allowed to peruse the Kings’ books before agreeing to a financial assistance package sought by team owner Jim Thomas. . . . Frank Brickowski, a forward and center for the Boston Celtics, had surgery on his right shoulder and is expected to be sidelined four to six weeks.