George Hill's winning lay-up snaps Pacers' 6-game losing streak The fight for the final two playoff spots in the Eastern Conference has been one of the tightest races in the NBA this season, with positions changing seemingly every day as several teams attempt to become humongous underdogs to the Atlanta Hawks and Cleveland Cavaliers in the opening round of the postseason. A strong second … [Read more...]
Alex Rodriguez seems ticketed for full-time DH role with Yankees
Alex Rodriguez seems ticketed for full-time DH role with Yankees The only thing certain about Alex Rodriguez's future in baseball coming off his year-plus suspension for his connection to Biogenesis is that most people were going to root against him having a future in baseball. Present and long-time employer included. At the very least, the New York Yankees made it clear they have no … [Read more...]
The Crying Game: Looking back at the UCLA-Gonzaga Sweet 16 classic
The Crying Game: Looking back at the UCLA-Gonzaga Sweet 16 classic Gonzaga had just finished shredding Iowa to secure a spot in the Sweet 16 on Sunday night when former Zags big man David Pendergraft took out his phone and tapped out a text message to one of Mark Few's assistant coaches. "Congrats," he wrote. "Now please go get some revenge." [DraftKings: Play Fantasy College Basketball – … [Read more...]
USC responds to documents in NCAA court filing
USC responds to documents in NCAA court filing USC issued a statement Wednesday responding to communications in a court filing by the NCAA. The unsealed documents showed that members of the NCAA infractions committee didn't speak favorably towards the Trojans during the investigation into the school in 2010. USC was given a lack of institutional control penalty after Reggie Bush and O.J. … [Read more...]
Random Recap: The 1962 Virginia 500
Random Recap: The 1962 Virginia 500 Welcome to Random Recaps, our new weekly feature at From The Marbles. In this space, we'll recap a race from the past at the track the where Sprint Cup Series is racing next. This week's race is the 1962 Virginia 500. Need to know how Random Recap works? Click here. After Fireball Roberts had mechanical issues, Richard Petty cruised to victory in the … [Read more...]
Wizards' Beal leaves with sprained ankle
Wizards' Beal leaves with sprained ankle Updated: March 25, 2015, 9:39 PM ET Associated Press WASHINGTON -- Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal left the game against the Indiana Pacers late in the first quarter Wednesday night with a right ankle sprain.The Wizards said he would not return.Beal was driving to the basket on a fast break when he he slipped and fell in the lane, ending … [Read more...]
DeAndre Jordan dunks on top of, all over, straight through Jason Smith
DeAndre Jordan dunks on top of, all over, straight through Jason Smith DeAndre Jordan is one of the NBA's most ferocious dunkers. Jason Smith is not one of the NBA's most fearsome rim protectors. This will end in tears: [DraftKings: FREE entry to huge cash Fantasy Basketball Contest with first deposit] My word, DeAndre. There is, perhaps, a bit of history behind the Los Angeles Clippers … [Read more...]
Theo Epstein responds to Scott Boras, defends Cubs’ handling of Kris Bryant
Theo Epstein responds to Scott Boras, defends Cubs' handling of Kris Bryant The loudest voice in the debate over whether or not the Chicago Cubs should start Kris Bryant in the minor leagues this season not surprisingly belongs to Bryant's agent, the infamous Scott Boras. Simply said, Boras has never been shy about expressing his opinions, particularly when they involve his clients and their … [Read more...]
What Will the Aggie Offense Look Like in 2015? – Good Bull Hunting
What Will the Aggie Offense Look Like in 2015? - Good Bull Hunting Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports New defensive coordinator John Chavis and the Aggie defense have been getting a lot of love this spring, but the Texas A&M offense is undergoing a redevelopment of their own with new offensive line coach Dave Christensen and wide receiver coach Aaron Moorehead joining the program. Barrett … [Read more...]
Nothing says love quite like Tony Allen singing ‘Whoomp! (There It Is)’
Nothing says love quite like Tony Allen singing 'Whoomp! (There It Is)' Joi Pescatelli & Duane Stewart get engaged at Tony Allen Karaoke Night pic.twitter.com/X4pJjBgvP9— Joe Birch (@JBirchWMC) March 25, 2015 It is, I assume, every Memphis couple's dream to be serenaded by The Grindfather at their engagement. For Duane Stewart and Joi Pescatelli, that fantasy became reality on Tuesday night, … [Read more...]