Cavaliers coach David Blatt confides that LeBron James' usual minutes allotment is 'a lot' Whether it was the fault of the air conditioning unit in San Antonio’s AT&T Center, a product of life as a point guard in Karl Malone’s body, or the culmination of a series of fatigue-inducing events, LeBron James cramped up on a national stage in Game 1 of the 2014 NBA Finals. The league’s best … [Read more...]
After their offense goes quiet, Royals happily head home for Game 6
After their offense goes quiet, Royals happily head home for Game 6 SAN FRANCISCO — The Kansas City Royals wanted out of AT&T Park on Sunday night, out of Giants country, out of a place where they had to adhere to National League rules and where they'd just lost again. They suited up in their fancy travel clothes, grumbled around the visitors' clubhouse and bolted for the exits as quickly … [Read more...]
Streb books ‘dream’ spot at Augusta
Streb books 'dream' spot at Augusta Robert Streb shows off his maiden PGA Tour trophy © Getty Images Two items on Robert Streb's bucket list are attending an Oklahoma-Texas football game and playing at Augusta National. He never could have guessed which would be the first one scratched off the list. Streb closed with a seven-under 63 on Sunday and won the McGladrey Classic with the most … [Read more...]
Report: Booster group bought Saban his home
Report: Booster group bought Saban his home Nick Saban is living in a house owned by the Crimson Tide Foundation. (USATSI) Nick and Terry Saban's current home was bought for $3.1 million by the Crimson Tide Foundation in March 2013, al.com reported Monday. The Crimson Tide Foundation is a private, donor-funded nonprofit dedicated to supporting Alabama athletics. Its assistant secretary, Scott … [Read more...]
Sam Querrey beats 2012 runner-up Jerzy Janowicz (Yahoo Sports)
Sam Querrey beats 2012 runner-up Jerzy Janowicz (Yahoo Sports) PARIS (AP) -- American qualifier Sam Querrey reached the second round of the Paris Masters by beating 2012 runner-up Jerzy Janowicz 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4 Monday. … [Read more...]
Colorado man has been missing since Chargers-Broncos game
Colorado man has been missing since Chargers-Broncos game A Colorado man has not been seen since meeting up with friends during halftime at Thursday's Chargers-Broncos game. Paul Kitterman, 53, attended the game with his son and two friends. "He's absolutely nowhere to be found," Tia Bakke told 9 News. Bakke and her boyfriend drove to the game with Kitterman and his son, Jarod Tonneson. It … [Read more...]
Jason Richardson suffered stress fracture in foot, could be done with NBA career
Jason Richardson suffered stress fracture in foot, could be done with NBA career The NBA world was struck last week by the news that Los Angeles Lakers point guard and future Hall of Famer Steve Nash will miss the entire 2014-15 season with nerve damage in his back, an injury that figures to end his career. It now looks like another respected veteran could be forced into retirement before … [Read more...]
Prosecutors to appeal Pistorius sentence
Prosecutors to appeal Pistorius sentence Oscar Pistorius was jailed for five years © Getty Images South African prosecutors will appeal the verdict and sentencing of Oscar Pistorius, who was handed a five-year prison term after being convicted of culpable homicide, the country's National Prosecuting Authority said on Monday. "We are appealing it," said Nathi Mncube Mncube, a prosecution … [Read more...]
Report: Army disciplined 20 cadets after ‘alcohol-fueled party’ involving recruits
Report: Army disciplined 20 cadets after 'alcohol-fueled party' involving recruits Army disciplined 20 cadets on the football team after learning of an “alcohol-fueled party” that occurred earlier this year and involved recruits. According to a report from The Gazette of Colorado Springs, the football team hosted several recruits for a party that featured “a dinner date with female cadets, … [Read more...]
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank: ‘There’s no way you lose that game’
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank: 'There’s no way you lose that game' The only thing worse than an owner giving a coach a tepid vote of confidence is the owner not giving the coach a vote of confidence. After the Atlanta Falcons' collapse in London, turning a 21-0 halftime lead into a really ugly 22-21 loss, Falcons owner Arthur Blank made it very clear he was not happy. “You’re up 21-0,” … [Read more...]