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- Did the Cavs Bench Tristan Thompson Because He Allegedly Cheated on Pregnant Girlfriend Khloé Kardashian? April 19, 2018The Cleveland Cavaliers levelled the series against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night, but Tristan Thompson did not see a minute of the action. The 27-year-old remained on the bench throughout the game, as LeBron James’ 46 points guided the Cavs to a much-needed 100-97 win, with the series now heading to Indiana at 1-1. […]
- LeBron once again has to carry this team April 19, 2018The Cavs superstar did everything in his power to push Cleveland past Indiana, yet it was barely enough. And that could prove to be a problem.
- Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell takes over vs. Thunder, breaks Michael Jordan playoff record April 19, 2018LeBron James got off to a scorching start in Game 2 to help the Cavaliers beat the Pacers, but he insists he wasn't trying to be overly assertive. Long before Utah Jazz rookie guard Donovan Mitchell was trying to poster-ize the Oklahoma City Thunder stars in the first round of these NBA playoffs, he was […]
- Erin Popovich, wife of San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, dies at 67 April 19, 2018Erin Popovich, the wife of San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich, has died, the team announced Wednesday evening. She was 67. The Spurs confirmed her death in a team statement. Further details were not immediately available. "We mourn the loss of Erin," Spurs general manager RC Buford said in a team statement. "She was […]
- Sports world reacts to LeBron James' first quarter April 19, 2018, USA TODAY Sports Published 8:03 p.m. ET April 18, 2018 LeBron James decided that the Cavaliers were not going to lose ever again and scored 20 points in the first quarter of Wednesday's playoff game. All of the Pacers, in that same amount of time, scored 18 points.
- Cristiano Ronaldo saves Madrid draw with blind heel goal April 18, 2018April 18 (UPI) -- Cristiano Ronaldo scored on a no-look heeled flick to help Real Madrid tie Athletic Bilbao in a La Liga clash Wednesday at Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid, Spain. The leading scorer in the 2018 UEFA Champions League saved one of his best goals of the season for the 87th minute of the […]
- Red Sox' refusal to trade Mookie Betts for Giancarlo Stanton, or anyone, only looks better April 18, 2018ANAHEIM, Calif. - Giancarlo Stanton strikes out in his sleep while Mookie Betts has been the best hitter in baseball. On Wednesday, of all days, there's absolutely no one in Red Sox camp who's going to look back with regret on the little bit of history revealed by a former Marlins executive. David Samson, former president of the […]
- Georgia arrived on the national scene in 2017, and isn't going anywhere in 2018 April 18, 2018Georgia was one blown coverage, one offsides call on a critical punt or one big play away from the ultimate glory in 2017 under second-year coach Kirby Smart. With the national title within his grasp -- what would have been the first national title for the program since 1980 slipped out of his his grasp […]
- Tomas Tatar the latest Detroit Red Wings castoff to disappoint elsewhere April 18, 2018The Detroit Red Wings look like early winners in the Tomas Tatar trade. Tatar has joined the list of Wings players who have not performed as expected after leaving Detroit. The Vegas Golden Knights wrote another chapter in their delightful story on Wednesday when the expansion franchise advanced to Round 2 of the Stanley Cup […]
- Jabari Parker’s jealous Bucks end could be nearing April 18, 2018Jabari Parker is sinking the Bucks on the court — and that may not even be the team’s biggest hangup. Beyond Parker’s disastrous start to the playoffs, the Bucks seem to just about have had it with his attitude, which apparently includes a jealousy of franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo. After the Bucks’ 120-106 blowout loss to […]
- Pacquiao clarifies his split with trainer Roach is not final April 18, 2018Manny Pacquiao hasn't entirely turned his back on a 16-year working relationship with trainer Freddie Roach. The eight-division world champion said he will be trained by Restituto ''Buboy'' Fernandez and Raides ''Nonoy'' Neri for his fight against Lucas Matthysse (39-4, 36 KOs) for the World Boxing Association welterweight title in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July […]
- Statistical reminder that Playoff Rondo is a thing April 18, 2018The New Orleans Pelicans just took two playoff games on the road from the Portland Trail Blazers thanks to some stellar play from Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday. But it's Rajon Rondo who's been the X-factor for the Pels. He dished 17 dimes in Game 1 and was one assist from a triple-double on Tuesday […]
- Matt Nagy praises Kevin White after first day of Bears minicamp April 18, 2018The Chicago Bears kicked off their first voluntary minicamp under coach Matt Nagy Tuesday. The excitement over the new era of Bears football is undeniable. One player with a lot to prove this offseason is wide receiver Kevin White, who after joining the Bears as a first-round pick in 2015, is trying to stay healthy […]
- Why Kawhi Leonard's Future Could Hit LeBron's Free Agency Plans April 18, 2018The future of LeBron James has been subject of speculation since the season began and it could now be directly linked to that of Kawhi Leonard. The three-time NBA champion is widely expected to opt out of his final year with the Cleveland Cavaliers this summer to explore his options in the market and there […]
- Extortion, Warriors chaos: Behind Knicks’ Mark Jackson red flags April 18, 2018If Knicks brass has read “Betaball,’’ there are enough red flags about coaching candidate Mark Jackson to stop a NASCAR race. The recently released book detailing the making of the Warriors dynasty painted a bleak picture of Jackson being too resistant to analytics, mismanaging his coaching staff, making an ill-timed, anti-gay remark and harboring a […]
- 2018 NFL Draft First Round Mock (With Trades) April 18, 2018Alert the townsfolk and grab the pitchforks, there’s 8 days left until the 2018 NFL Draft and I’ve got a mock draft that is sure to anger everybody. I’ve got full confidence that this is exactly how things will unfold on April 26th, so join me in a journey to the future. For full context, […]
- Possible moves the Warriors could make this offseason April 18, 2018Last week, Patrick Murray wrote about how the 2018 NBA Playoffs could dictate what the Golden State Warriors do this offseason as well as the implications of Quinn Cook’s new contract. As Patrick notes, if something goes awry, and the Warriors fall severely short in the playoffs, I wouldn’t put it past GM Bob Myers […]
- Charlotte Hornets continue to tap into UNC for talent April 18, 2018The Charlotte Hornets have developed a reputation for, uh, having an affinity for former North Carolina Tar Heels. Ever since they were reincarnated as the Charlotte Bobcats, a strong pipeline of former UNC players have moved through the Queen City. In their inaugural 2005 draft they quickly pounced on NCAA champions and in-state heroes Raymond […]
- Calipari comments on Wenyen Gabriel’s NBA decision April 18, 2018Another day, another player declaring for the NBA Draft. This time, it’s Wenyen Gabriel, who announced his decision to enter the draft on Wednesday. However, Gabriel will not hire an agent right away, so it’s possible he returns to UK for his junior season. Right after Gabriel made the announcement, head coach John Calipari released […]
- Rumor Roundup: Brock Lesnar deal, Rusev situation, Greatest Royal Rumble, more! April 18, 2018Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that -- rumors. None of this has […]
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- Reds fire manager Bryan Price after 3-15 start April 19, 2018CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Reds fired Bryan Price on Thursday after their 3-15 start, the first managerial change in the major leagues this season....
- Convicted ex-high school athlete wants off sex offender list April 19, 2018STEUBENVILLE, Ohio (AP) -- A judge is hearing arguments about whether a man convicted as a juvenile of raping a 16-year-old girl should be removed from Ohio's sex offender registry....
- Tractors worth $50,000 stolen from Scottie Pippen's farm April 19, 2018HAMBURG, Ark. (AP) -- Authorities in rural Arkansas are investigating the theft of more than $50,000 worth of equipment from a farm owned by former NBA star Scottie Pippen....
- Wife of San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich dies April 19, 2018SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- The wife of San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich has died. She was 67....
- Sharks ride depth, Jones to first-round sweep of Ducks April 19, 2018SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- Very little separated San Jose and Anaheim in the regular season, with the Ducks edging out the Sharks by one point for second place in the Pacific Division....
- Paul, Green help Rockets rout Timberwolves 102-82 in Game 2 April 19, 2018HOUSTON (AP) -- James Harden predicted Chris Paul would "come back and drop 30" after not playing his best in Houston's playoff opener....
- Mitchell lifts Jazz past Thunder 102-95 to even series April 19, 2018OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- It wasn't even clear until an hour before the game if Utah rookie Donovan Mitchell was going to play in Game 2 against Oklahoma City....
- King's lair: LeBron scores 46, Cav even series with Pacers April 19, 2018CLEVELAND (AP) -- The situation was dire, requiring playoff dominance. LeBron James delivered....
- Crosby leads Penguins past Flyers for 3-1 lead in playoffs April 19, 2018PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Sidney Crosby passed Mario Lemieux in Pittsburgh's record book and pushed the Philadelphia Flyers to the brink of elimination....
- With USOC in turmoil, athletes testify about sex-abuse cases April 18, 2018The question sex-abuse victim Craig Maurizi would like to ask U.S. Olympic leaders is simple and searing: "How can you sleep at night?"...
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- In Puerto Rico, Stadium Lights Glow, Homes Do Not April 19, 2018An island-wide blackout related to repairs of the electrical grid wrecked in Hurricane Maria left people in the dark, but a baseball game soldiered on.
- Mets 11, Nationals 5: Mets’ Huge Rally Helps Avoid a Nationals Sweep April 19, 2018A nine-run eighth inning helped the Mets to improve to 13-4 and stay atop the National League East.
- Gymnasts Blast Olympic and M.S.U. Officials at Senate Hearing April 19, 2018“This is a case of powerful people protecting other powerful people,” Jamie Dantzscher said at a hearing on the handling of sex abuse allegations against Dr. Lawrence Nassar.
- On Pro Basketball: Trail Blazers Shun the Pass, and It Costs Them in the Playoffs April 18, 2018Portland had the fewest assists of any team in the regular season, but its one-on-one style of play is hindering them as the playoffs bring tougher defenses.
- N.B.A. Stars Support Gregg Popovich After Wife’s Death April 19, 2018LeBron James, Kevin Durant and others paid tribute to Erin Popovich.
- History May Be a Guide for the Maple Leafs. Just Don’t Tell Mike Babcock. April 18, 2018This year’s Toronto team has some parallels to the 1992-93 squad that made a magical run to the conference finals.
- LeBron James Almost Single-Handedly Powers Cavaliers to Win April 19, 2018Cleveland is now tied 1-1 in the team’s first-round series with Indiana, while Utah also pulled even in their series with Oklahoma City.
- Injured in Tennis, She Put Her Psychology Degree to Use April 18, 2018After tearing a knee ligament, Laura Siegemund, 30, gained something professional tennis players rarely have: free time.
- Lightning 3, Devils 1 | Tampa Bay leads series, 3-1: Lightning Put the Devils on the Verge of Elimination April 19, 2018Nikita Kucherov scored twice and set up another goal to put the Devils one loss away from the end of their season.
- Marlins 9, Yankees 1: Marlins’ Jarlin Garcia Stifles the Yankees With Ease April 18, 2018Garcia, who had a strong outing against the Mets last week in a loss, got some support on Tuesday as the Yankees’ lineup wilted.
- The Nurse Who Took a Very Different Route to 2nd Place in the Boston Marathon April 18, 2018Sarah Sellers ran right past every elite marathoner except one on Monday. On Wednesday, she has to return to her full-time job in Arizona.
- On Pro Basketball: Throwing it Back, Miami’s Dwyane Wade Takes the 76ers to School April 17, 2018At this point in his career, Wade isn’t picking up new tricks. Still, he’s finding new ways to use what he knows and dominating the N.B.A.’s hottest team.
- On Soccer: The Players Are Retired. But Try Telling Them the Games Don’t Matter. April 18, 2018Legends games featuring retired soccer players are enjoying a boom. But for the players invited to take part, the benefits extend well beyond 90 minutes.
- Big Pay Raises Coming for G League Players April 17, 2018The N.B.A., which covers salaries in its developmental league, plans to pay G League players $35,000 in addition to housing and insurance benefits for the five-month regular season.
- After a Man Was Lost at Sea, the Volvo Ocean Race Scrutinizes Safety Measures April 19, 2018John Fisher went overboard last month in high winds in the Southern Ocean. He was the second fatality in a major ocean race in the past five months.
- Bruno Sammartino, Durable Champ in WWE Hall of Fame, Dies at 82 April 18, 2018A popular, Verdi-loving Italian immigrant who dominated the ring for a record 11 years in the 1960s and ′70s and insisted that he never took a dive.
- Washington Capitals Know It’s Hard; Vegas Golden Knights Make It Look Easy April 18, 2018The Capitals, who have made only one Stanley Cup final in 44 years, climbed back into their first-round series on Tuesday. The Golden Knights, in their inaugural season, won theirs.
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