WI already know what Jordan Poole told Draymond Green in order to prepare himself as he did last season during training. Washington Wizards point guard called Green Steph Curry’s’very expensive backpack’. Regardless of the context, this has to be one of the most outrageous insults a future Hall of Famer can receive. From that point on, Draymond Green held that grudge and the Warriors were affected by it. Team chemistry was at an all-time low and it happened right after winning a championship. After all the off-season drama that led Poole to Washington Wizards and Chris Paul has Golden Statethe…
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ST. PETERSBURG — Wander Franco was reinstated to the Rays’ 40-man roster Thursday following a procedural decision, but his return to play status remains unchanged and uncertain.The 22-year-old shortstop remains under investigation by Major League Baseball following allegations of inappropriate relationships with minors, with the possibility of suspension. He is also under investigation by authorities in his native Dominican Republic. There have been no updates on the investigations or published timetables for their conclusion.Franco was on administrative leave — a non-disciplinary status used when accusations against a player are made public before MLB completes an investigation — since Aug. 22,…
Dorka Juhász and Diamond Miller of the Lynx were named to the WNBA All-Star team on Monday. Indiana’s Aliyah Boston was unanimously chosen for Rookie of the Year, receiving all 60 votes from a panel of selectors, and led the all-rookie team. Washington’s Li Meng and Seattle’s Jordan Horston were also on the all-rookie squad. Miller, a forward from Maryland who was the second pick in the draft behind Boston, led all rookies in free throw percentage (.792) and was second in scoring (12.1 points per game). Juhász, a center who was UConn’s 16th overall pick, averaged 6.0 points and…
Coca-Cola’s relationship with NASCAR dates back to the 1970s, when it began sponsoring Hall of Famer Bobby Allison and various races. The soda brand has retained naming rights to the World 600 race since 1985 and formalized its relationship with the association in 1998, when it became the official soft drink of NASCAR. That year also saw the launch of the Coca-Cola Racing Family, a list of top drivers sponsored by the brand that included everyone from Dale Earnhardt Sr. to Danica Patrick. To celebrate the racing family’s 25th anniversary, Coke brought together a handful of veterans for a “Legends”…
Kevin Durant makes his predictions for the NBA In-Season tournament. Periodically, NBA.com editors will offer their thoughts on key storylines or hot topics around the league. The group stage of the NBA In-Season tournament begins on Friday, November 3. Make your prediction on the eight teams that will qualify for the round of 16. Steve Aschburner In the East: Pacers (Is A) Heat (East B) Celtics (Is C) Riders (Eastern wild card A) Teams motivated to pursue in-season tournament supremacy are a mixed bag. Teams full of talent (Celtics) tend to win anytime and anywhere, while stubborn teams (Heat), those…
THE legendary NCAA basketball coach Bob Knight dies Wednesday also provided a reason to discuss the dark side of his tenureincluding a hunting accident on Wisconsin soil in 1999.But long before that, Knight turned down a chance to become the face of Wisconsin basketball in a “what if” moment that altered the landscape of college basketball. Because in 1968, Knight was offered the University of Wisconsin men’s basketball coaching job and accepted it, but two days later he changed his mind.In April 1968, the 27-year-old Knight was chosen to succeed John Erickson and was offered a three-year contract, with the…
It’s week 10 of the 2023 college football season and just a few days away reveal of the first playoff rankings of the year. Are we talking about Ohio State overtaking Georgia for first place? No. Are we talking about Oregon and Washington who are somehow outside the top four despite having playoff-worthy resumes? No. Are we talking about Alabama coming back from quarterback hell to haunt the teams ranked above? No. We’re talking about Connor Stallions maybe do weird things on the sidelines and/or throughout the history of humanity. If you had asked me three weeks ago who this…
NEW DELHI: Speculation is rife that Tom Bradythe legendary quarterback who recently retired from NFLmay have played an important role in influencing Las Vegas Raiders’ decision to part ways with their head coach, Josh McDanielsand general manager, David Ziegler. Although these rumors lack concrete proof, they have raised eyebrows throughout the football community.The Raiders’ sudden firing of McDaniels and Ziegler, as well as the offensive coordinator, left many wondering about the driving forces behind these decisions. Tom Brady’s potential involvement in these decisions is a topic of discussion, as suggested by sports experts like Skip Bayless and Mike Florio of…
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Editor’s note: The video above is from October 31.THE death of American hockey player Adam Johnson from a skate blade to the neck during a game in England is leading to renewed discussions about cut-resistant protection in the NHL and other leagues.Commissioner Gary Bettman and Players Association Executive Director Marty Walsh touched base Sunday immediately after the death to establish further discussions between the league and union. For several years, both parties have been studying injuries caused by skate cuts and ways to reduce and prevent them. Today, the topic has become more urgent at different…
Mullingar Town AFC have announced the launch of their club’s underage schoolboy section. The club has announced that a public meeting will be held for any parents interested in their children playing for Mullingar Town AFC minor football teams, when the club will hold an information meeting for parents at Annebrook House Hotel, Thursday November 9 at 8 p.m. and all are welcome.