Author: JamesMcGhee

Schröder’s Warriors nightmare debuts amid much bigger problems originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaDennis Schröder’s first points in his Warriors debut Thursday night were a clear example of why general manager Mike Dunleavy wasted no time, going out and acquire veteran guard at first, he could. The speedy guard beat Ja Morant to the spot he was focusing on, got back up and nailed a mid-range jumper from 12 feet.His first two points were also the Warriors’ first two of the night after starting in an 8-0 hole. It only got worse from there in the Warriors game. embarrassing…

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“Block harmful comments”: Victoria Azarenka (ULISES RUIZ)Tennis officials revealed Thursday that “angry players” accounted for nearly half of abusive social media posts targeting tennis’ biggest stars.The AI-powered threat matrix, launched by the ITF, WTA, Wimbledon and US Open, analyzed nearly 2.5 million posts on X, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and TikTok between January and October of this year.Of this number, “around 12,000” abusive messages were identified.The four governing bodies specified that “angry players”, who bet on matches and express their frustration on social networks when their bets fail, represent 48% of abusive messages detected in 2024.“An increase in the volume of…

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NEW YORK — Cody Bellinger won a World Series title at old Yankee Stadium.This was back when his father Clay was part of the 1999 and 2000 champions.“I have little memories like the game room, the kids playroom that I went to during games,” Cody said Thursday, two days later New York acquired him from the Chicago Cubs. “My mom did a great job with the camcorder and so we would watch reruns growing up, and then it kind of helps me remember what we were doing there when I was 5 or 6.”He also has memories of his dad…

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Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert escapes from the pocket against the Broncos defense. (Gina Ferazzi/Los Angeles Times)Jim Harbaugh called. The Chargers responded.Needing to bounce back quickly from a blowout loss last Sunday to not only save their playoff seed but also bolster Harbaugh’s first-year turnaround for the much-maligned franchise, the Chargers staged a thrilling second-half comeback against the Denver Broncos, winning 34-27 at SoFi Stadium Thursday night.Chargers (9-6) recovered from a near-disastrous first half to secure its first season sweep against the Broncos (9-6) since 2010, confirming a Week 6 win at Denver that was the team’s first victory team on…

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After the Los Angeles Lakers’ shootaround Thursday in Sacramento, LeBron James approved changes to the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, telling reporters that “something had to change.”The NBA officially announced a change in the mid-season showcase format, go with a tournament style format featuring four teams consisting of eight players each.One of the teams will be the winner of the Rising Stars Challenge, made up of first and second year stars or G League Standouts. The other three teams will be more traditional All-Star teams, each drafted by TNT’s Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith.LeBron James, when asked about changes…

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Zaidi further clarifies his involvement in Giants’ roster decisions originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaFarhan Zaidi wants to set the record straight.The former Giants president of baseball operations, speaking publicly on Wednesday’s episode of “Foul Territory” for the first time since he was fired on September 30discussed numerous topics regarding his tenure with the organization, including his involvement in the team’s day-to-day decisions after Giants legend Will Clark previously said Zaidi was the one who took the lead.“I think my reputation precedes me with this stuff,” Zaidi told AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz and Scott Braun. “You look around the…

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Ten potential Patriots to watch this weekend in the College Football Playoff originally appeared on NBC Sports BostonThere are three College Football Playoff games on Saturday, all of which are loaded with draftable talent. Here are 10 names Patriots fans should watch throughout, highlighting some of the best of the best at positions perceived to be needed for Robert Kraft’s club.SMU vs. Penn State, noon on TNTPenn State EDGE Abdul CarterOne of the best prospects in the draft. Period. And one of the few options on this list to realistically take with New England’s first pick.Abdul Carter recorded 10 sacks…

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