Blake Griffin says he's dunking less to conserve his energy Los Angeles Clippers star forward Blake Griffin announced his presence in the NBA very early in his career. While most top picks earn attention via their draft status, Griffin effectively demanded it via his loud, highlight-ready dunks. Over time, though, that aerial prowess led to criticism that Griffin was a very good player who … [Read more...]
Jarrett Jack’s last-second jumper propels Nets past Clippers
Jarrett Jack's last-second jumper propels Nets past Clippers Jarrett Jack entered Monday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers coming off a career-high 35-point performance in Friday's loss to the Toronto Raptors. He wasn't nearly as productive at Barclays Center on Monday, but the Brooklyn Nets' veteran point guard found the range on his jumper in the nick of time: [Follow Dunks Don't Lie … [Read more...]
QB Wilson to go to Rangers spring training?
QB Wilson to go to Rangers spring training? Report: Seahawks' Russell Wilson to go to spring trainingby Shawn Krest | CBSSports.com (10:38 am ET) Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson plans to go to spring training with the Rangers again this year, according to a report from Fox Sports Southwest. Wilson was drafted, but not signed, by the Orioles in 2007, coming out of high school. At NC State, … [Read more...]
Pelicans best Hawks, end record win streak at 19
Pelicans best Hawks, end record win streak at 19 The longest win streak of the NBA season so far has reached its end. The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the surging Atlanta Hawks 115-100 on Monday night at Smoothie King Center to stop their 19-game winning streak, a franchise record and the fifth-longest in NBA history. The Hawks had not lost since December 26, when they fell to the Milwaukee … [Read more...]
Kyle Korver has a 20-point checklist for his jump shot
Kyle Korver has a 20-point checklist for his jump shot Atlanta Hawks wing Kyle Korver is one of the best shooters the NBA has ever seen, someone so good at his elite skill that the term "role player" seems wholly inadequate as a description of what he does to help his team. Korver's excellence has reached a new level this season with the East-best Hawks — he's in line for the first season of … [Read more...]
Davis, Pelicans halt Hawks’ win streak at 19
Davis, Pelicans halt Hawks' win streak at 19 ');ad_counter++}; Hawks' 19-game win streak halted in loss to Anthony Davis, PelicansAssociated PressPelicans Halt Hawks' 19-Game Winning StreakVIDEO PLAYLIST NEW ORLEANS -- Paul Millsap and his Atlanta teammates didn't sound terribly concerned about the end of the Hawks' franchise-record 19-game winning streak. After all, the Hawks' 115-100 loss to … [Read more...]
Jeff Green and Marc Gasol grab Grizzlies a win away from the Suns
Jeff Green and Marc Gasol grab Grizzlies a win away from the Suns The Memphis Grizzlies are known for a few distinct qualities, but none stand out as much as their toughness and willingness to fight through adversity. It's the genesis of their franchise-wide slogan "grit and grind," but it's evident to anyone who watches the team on a regular basis. The Grizzlies never go away quietly and … [Read more...]
Giancarlo Stanton prepares to wear protective guard on helmet
Giancarlo Stanton prepares to wear protective guard on helmet Giancarlo Stanton will have a slightly different look when he steps to the plate for the Marlins in 2015. After sustaining several facial fractures and some dental damage when he was hit in the face with a fastball in a game on Sept. 11, Stanton told Peter Gammons on MLB Network that he will wear a protective guard on his helmet … [Read more...]
IndyCar says it won’t replace canceled Brazil race (The Associated Press)
IndyCar says it won't replace canceled Brazil race (The Associated Press) IndyCar says it will not schedule another race to replace the canceled season-opener that was expected to take place in Brazil in early March. Monday's announcement comes four days after Brazilian officials canceled the event saying it would be too costly for the local government. Race promoter Band TV said Monday it … [Read more...]
Alpine skiing-Slalom champ Shiffrin happy to be hunted at worlds (Reuters)
Alpine skiing-Slalom champ Shiffrin happy to be hunted at worlds (Reuters) By Mark Lamport-Stokes BEAVER CREEK, Colorado, Feb 2 (Reuters) - American darling Mikaela Shiffrin said on Monday that she will embrace the weight of expectation when she defends her alpine ski world championship slalom title on home snow although she would prefer being the underdog. "I feel really well prepared and … [Read more...]