T.J. Oshie and his legendary Olympic shootout vs. Russia, one year later Were it not for the shootout, T.J. Oshie wouldn’t have gotten a shoutout from President Obama. He wouldn’t have appeared on “The Today Show.” He wouldn’t have been mentioned in the same breath as Mike Eruzione, the embodiment of miraculous Olympic performances for American-born hockey players. Then again, were it not … [Read more...]
Mariota and Winston prepare for combine by working out with each other
Mariota and Winston prepare for combine by working out with each other People around Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston didn't really know what to make of the top two quarterbacks working out with each other before the combine, but the players were on board. "You talk to them and they’re like, ‘No, I want to work with him,'" said Ryan Flaherty, who has been training both of them at Prolific … [Read more...]
Mets’ Harvey calls World Series dreams ‘realistic’
Mets' Harvey calls World Series dreams 'realistic' Pitcher Chad Gaudin throws bullpen session for Diamondbacksby Sean d'Oliveira | CBSSports.com (11:29 am ET) Free-agent pitcher Chad Gaudin recently threw a bullpen session for the Diamondbacks, reports The Arizona Republic. General manager Dave Stewart said the team has interest in signing the right-hander to add bullpen depth. Gaudin last … [Read more...]
Wolves’ LaVine outdunks all, and then some
Wolves' LaVine outdunks all, and then some Updated: February 15, 2015, 3:05 AM ET ESPN.com news services NEW YORK -- Zach LaVine made a name for himself in a dunk contest that lacked star punch. Lavine put on a spectacular aerial display to take home the dunk competition during All-Star Saturday night. It was a rare year when the 3-point competition had as much -- if not more -- … [Read more...]
Silver: NBA schedule tweaks atop to-do list
Silver: NBA schedule tweaks atop to-do list NEW YORK -- With the NBA in good economic position, no markets currently in distress and potential labor issues still several years away, commissioner Adam Silver used his annual All-Star address to lay out a series of peacetime tweaks he's hoping to make over the next year. Silver hopes to make adjustments in the schedule to allow players more … [Read more...]
Ex-NBA forward Anthony Mason in ‘stable condition’ after heart attack
Ex-NBA forward Anthony Mason in 'stable condition' after heart attack Anthony Mason, a rugged forward whose hard-charging, take-no-prisoners approach made him a fan favorite on the court, especially during his time with Pat Riley's New York Knicks, is reportedly in stable condition after suffering a heart attack and experiencing complications related to congestive heart failure earlier this … [Read more...]
Curry leaves no doubt in taking 3-point title
Curry leaves no doubt in taking 3-point title Updated: February 15, 2015, 2:57 AM ET Associated Press NEW YORK -- Stephen Curry honored a fallen fan the best way he knew how. Curry bested Golden State Warriors teammate Klay Thompson and six others to win his first 3-point contest during a memorable All-Star Saturday night. Curry paid homage to one of the three victims of the shooting … [Read more...]
Sunday Daily Dose: Dose: All-Star Saturday Night
Sunday Daily Dose: Dose: All-Star Saturday Night Sunday, February 15, 2015 There won’t be a recap of the fashion show or the Shooting Stars competition. We’re interested in the Skills Competition, 3-Point Contest & Slam Dunk Showdown. But you probably knew that already. I consider myself a fashionable guy, but I’m not a fashionista. With all due respect to JR Smith’s ferocious fur, the sole … [Read more...]
Zach LaVine explodes on national stage, wins 2015 Sprite Slam Dunk
Zach LaVine explodes on national stage, wins 2015 Sprite Slam Dunk NEW YORK — Andrew Wiggins tried to warn us. "You guys are in for a surprise," said a smiling Wiggins after being named the Most Valuable Player of Friday night's BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge. "Trust me — it's going to be crazy. I can't say nothing. Just know: I almost fainted. I never seen a dunk like that. I've never … [Read more...]
Dynasty: Chris Bosh, Dominique Wilkins, Swin Cash win third straight Shooting Stars
Dynasty: Chris Bosh, Dominique Wilkins, Swin Cash win third straight Shooting Stars NEW YORK — Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. Three times, though? That's a dynasty. For the third straight year, Team Bosh — Chris Bosh of the Miami Heat, Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins and Swin Cash of the WNBA's New York Liberty — kicked off 2015 NBA All-Star Saturday Night by winning the Degree … [Read more...]