Jason Castro gets mistakenly asked to prom with post-it notes Asking someone to prom can be daunting. Not only is there a chance that person will say no, forever crushing your dreams, but there's so much pressure to do it in a spectacular manner these days. As one high-schooler is about the find out, it also helps to make sure you ask the right person. whoever asked me to prom a few … [Read more...]
NBA Playoff Picture Update: The Warriors won the division!
NBA Playoff Picture Update: The Warriors won the division! With just a few weeks remaining until the NBA postseason, every night can impact the standings. The NBA Playoff Picture Update keeps you up to date on all the most important news for all 16 berths and seeds. [DraftKings: FREE entry to huge cash Fantasy Basketball Contest with first deposit] Pacific Power: All hail the Golden State … [Read more...]
Derrick Rose has no pain in surgically repaired right knee, still plans to return this season
Derrick Rose has no pain in surgically repaired right knee, still plans to return this season Friday will mark four weeks since Derrick Rose underwent surgery to remove to the damaged portion of the torn medial meniscus in his right knee. After the procedure, the Chicago Bulls laid out a four-to-six-week timetable for their former MVP point guard's return to the court. Rose himself, however, … [Read more...]
Joel Embiid won’t play NBA hoops until the Summer League, as the 76ers do
Joel Embiid won't play NBA hoops until the Summer League, as the 76ers do In late June, NBA prospect Joel Embiid underwent surgery to repair the broken navicular bone in his right foot. The initial prognosis, in the days before the 2014 NBA Draft, stated that he’d be out four-to-six months. Depending on the team that selected him, Embiid could theoretically have returned in time for the … [Read more...]
AL East 2015 preview: Red Sox, Blue Jays contenders in wide-open division
AL East 2015 preview: Red Sox, Blue Jays contenders in wide-open division With opening day approaching, the Big League Stew crew is here to get you up to speed on the season ahead. We're examining each division over the next two weeks, looking at the big questions, the important players and making our predictions. Our series continues in the AL East. The American League East being a … [Read more...]
Andrew McCutchen cuts off signature dreadlocks for charity
Andrew McCutchen cuts off signature dreadlocks for charity Since he's joined the club, outfielder Andrew McCutchen has taken the Pittsburgh Pirates from David to a possible Goliath in the National League Central. The Pirates will have to hope the biblical comparisons end there after McCutchen cut off his signature dreadlocks Wednesday. [Yahoo Sports Fantasy Baseball: Sign up and join a … [Read more...]
Report: Marlins pitcher Jarred Cosart to be investigated by MLB for alleged gambling ties
Report: Marlins pitcher Jarred Cosart to be investigated by MLB for alleged gambling ties Major League Baseball is investigating Miami Marlins pitcher Jarred Cosart for his possible ties to gambling, according to the Miami New Times. Cosart will be investigated after tweets were released alleging the 24-year-old pitcher had privately reached out for gambling advice on Twitter. The tweets … [Read more...]
Survey: NBA personnel rank top 30 PGs
Survey: NBA personnel rank top 30 PGs NBA executives, coaches and players weigh in on the great PG debate Originally Published: March 24, 2015 By Jeff Goodman | ESPN Insider Being Russell Westbrook and Stephen CurryNEXT VIDEO The highlights are compelling, and so are the numbers. When trying to solve a riddle like "Who's the NBA's best point guard?" we use the data, and what our eyes … [Read more...]
Monta Ellis responds to criticism with huge night as Mavs top Spurs
Monta Ellis responds to criticism with huge night as Mavs top Spurs Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis entered Tuesday night's game against the surging San Antonio Spurs in the middle of his greatest struggle in his two years with the franchise. The 29-year-old guard went just 4-of-22 for 11 points in a disappointing loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, leading head coach Rick Carlisle to … [Read more...]
Pain-free Rose eyes return before playoffs
Pain-free Rose eyes return before playoffs Updated: March 25, 2015, 11:48 AM ET By Nick Friedell | ESPNChicago.com TORONTO -- Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose said Wednesday he has no pain in his surgically repaired right knee and remains optimistic that he can return before the regular season ends.Rose, who had a meniscectomy on his right knee Feb. 27, is hopeful that he can start … [Read more...]