Dahntay Jones bumps Draymond Green, who later reminded Jones that 'he don't play' (Video) Dahntay Jones has played double-figure minutes for the Los Angeles Clippers just once this season. He is not a member of the team’s rotation, in spite of Los Angeles’ depth woes, and when he appeared on my TV on Sunday afternoon I had to do a double-take before recalling the fact that Dahntay Jones is … [Read more...]
Warriors down Clips, push home streak to 6
Warriors down Clips, push home streak to 6 ');ad_counter++}; Warriors knock off Clippers, win 6th straight home gameAssociated PressWarriors Win Third StraightVIDEO PLAYLIST OAKLAND, Calif. -- Stephen Curry dribbled around his back and through a trio of defenders, stepped behind the arc and lofted an off-balance 3-pointer from the top of the circle that swished. Curry made the dazzling play of … [Read more...]
Another Westbrook triple-double keys Thunder win
Another Westbrook triple-double keys Thunder win ');ad_counter++}; Russell Westbrook collects 5th triple-double in 6 games to lift ThunderAssociated PressWestbrook's Triple-Double Fuels ThunderVIDEO PLAYLIST OKLAHOMA CITY -- Russell Westbrook posted his fifth triple-double in six games to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Toronto Raptors 108-104 on Sunday night. Westbrook, the NBA's leading … [Read more...]
Angels' Street handling his own negotiations
Angels' Street handling his own negotiations TEMPE, Ariz. -- Normally, a player representing himself is a very bad idea. But in the case of star Angels closer Huston Street, it makes sense. Normally, a player serving as his own agent carries the potential to end up with two very base results: One, of course, is an under-market deal with forgotten perks and othermissed extras. The other is … [Read more...]
Warriors' Green takes issue with Clips' Jones
Warriors' Green takes issue with Clips' Jones OAKLAND, Calif. -- The rivalry between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers saw another contentious moment Sunday, this time after the final buzzer sounded. Draymond Green led all scorers with 23 points in Golden State's 106-98 victory over the Clippers. It was an ideal day for the Defensive Player of the Year candidate … [Read more...]
Braves throw no-hitter against Astros, settle for tie
Braves throw no-hitter against Astros, settle for tie If it happened during the regular season, the Atlanta Braves not winning against the Houston Astros on Sunday would have been among the most unusual failures in baseball history. As it stands, even in spring training, it's both unique and remarkable to consider that nine different Braves pitchers combined to throw 10 innings of no-hit … [Read more...]
Watch USSOCOM Parachute Team drop into Rays spring game
Watch USSOCOM Parachute Team drop into Rays spring game Your browser does not support iframes. Running on the field in front of a packed stadium for the first time after a long winter is an exhilarating moment even for the most-seasoned players. However, we're guessing that feeling pales in comparison to the exhilaration felt by the USSOCOM Parachute Team as they descended into Charlotte … [Read more...]
Minor league team to wear ugliest jersey in baseball, on purpose
Minor league team to wear ugliest jersey in baseball, on purpose Sometimes a good fashion idea loses its appeal once its manufactured. Other times, it was never a good idea to begin with. Either way, when a fashion statement misses the intended mark, it's an awkward and unfortunate moment for the person or group of people — like say, a minor league baseball team — who have invested in it or … [Read more...]
Cliff Lee temporarily shut down with elbow discomfort
Cliff Lee temporarily shut down with elbow discomfort Last spring it felt like we woke up to concerning news about pitchers' elbow's every day. Unfortunately, this spring is starting to feel the same way already. After learning on Saturday that Texas Rangers ace Yu Darvish is dealing with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow — which could mean Tommy John surgery — the … [Read more...]
Jonathan Papelbon on Phillies outlook: ‘I feel like we’re going to contend’
Jonathan Papelbon on Phillies outlook: 'I feel like we're going to contend' Whenever Philadelphia Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon speaks, it's probably worth listening just for moments like Saturday. Following an impressive outing against a Toronto Blue Jays team he's been linked to all offseason in trade rumors, Papelbon was asked all of the questions you would expect following a … [Read more...]