Harden scores 44 to lift Rockets past Pacers ');ad_counter++}; James Harden's 44 help Rockets send Pacers to sixth straight lossAssociated PressHarden, Rockets Take Down PacersVIDEO PLAYLIST INDIANAPOLIS -- James Harden scored 19 of his 44 points in the fourth quarter and Josh Smith added 18 to help the Houston Rockets beat Indiana 110-100 on Monday night, handing the Pacers their sixth straight … [Read more...]
Why Mayweather-Pacquiao should still deliver despite fighters being past their prime (Yahoo Sports)
Why Mayweather-Pacquiao should still deliver despite fighters being past their prime (Yahoo Sports) Better late than never? History has shown that aging fighters can still put on a thrilling show. … [Read more...]
Best XI: Best XI: Week 30
Best XI: Best XI: Week 30 Monday, March 23, 2015 Wow, what a weekend. From a Harry Kane hat-trick to Steven Gerrard’s one minute appearance to Arsenal hanging tight to a 1-2 lead, there wasn’t a shortage of story-lines to explore. On top of giving you the Best XI, I’ll comment more thoroughly on Harry Kane and whether he’s worth owning after this huge performance. I’ll also explore Wes Morgan’s … [Read more...]
Brian Vickers out because of blood clots, Brett Moffitt in at ACS
Brian Vickers out because of blood clots, Brett Moffitt in at ACS Brian Vickers is out for Sunday's race at Auto Club Speedway after experiencing a reoccurrence of blood clots. The team said he'd be replaced by Brett Moffitt in the No. 55. Because of the clots, Vickers needs to be on blood-thinning medication. He can't drive while on blood-thinners. “Thankfully, because I recognized the … [Read more...]
Kings start crucial road trip by defeating Devils
Kings start crucial road trip by defeating Devils NEWARK, N.J. (AP) Anze Kopitar had a goal and two assists, and the defending Stanley Cup champion Los Angeles Kings beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1 on Monday night at the start of a five-game trip. Andrej Sekera and Tyler Toffoli also scored for the Kings, who are on the outside of the Western Conference playoff picture. Marian Gaborik added two … [Read more...]
Heat check: Westbrook loses triple-double
Heat check: Westbrook loses triple-double Updated: March 23, 2015, 9:25 PM ET ESPN.com news services Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook has been on a triple-double tear of late and the only thing that could stop him from another one on Sunday was an NBA ruling on Monday.The league announced that Westbrook was incorrectly credited with a rebound in Sunday's 93-75 win over the … [Read more...]
Buffalo Bills' beefed-up offense poised to power playoff run – NFL.com
Buffalo Bills' beefed-up offense poised to power playoff run - NFL.com Nearly 25 years have passed since the Buffalo Bills' high-flying "K-Gun" offense was destroying the NFL with a frenetic pace and all-star cast of playmakers. Led by three Hall of Famers (Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas and Andre Reed), the unit powered Buffalo to four straight AFC titles and came to be regarded as one of the … [Read more...]
Paul George's long-awaited return on hold
Paul George's long-awaited return on hold Updated: March 23, 2015, 8:30 PM ET ESPN.com news services INDIANAPOLIS -- Paul George's long-awaited return is still on hold.The Pacers' two-time All-Star told reporters Monday that although he's eager to clear the final hurdle in his 7½-month recovery from a broken right leg by returning to game action, he's not going to push himself to … [Read more...]
Durham Bulls unveil ‘Game of Thrones’ theme jerseys and they’re fantastic
Durham Bulls unveil 'Game of Thrones' theme jerseys and they're fantastic Another week, another Minor League Baseball theme jersey mined from pop culture, right? Well, not exactly. The Durham Bulls — yes, those Durham Bulls — set out to create something that stood out from the "run-of-the-mill" theme jerseys that are common this time of year. The result: Their "Game of Thrones" jersey, … [Read more...]
Brandon Phillips hates on-base percentage, and doesn’t care if you agree
Brandon Phillips hates on-base percentage, and doesn't care if you agree Cincinnati Reds infielder Brandon Phillips isn't shy about voicing his opinion. Whether he's chewing out a local reporter, or calling his six-year, $72.5 million contract a "slap in the face," Phillips is sure to let people know how he feels. Well, Phillips was at it again Monday, telling USA Today's Bob Nightengale … [Read more...]