Larry Brown passed on drafting Paul Pierce because of one bad promise The NBA draft is in seven weeks, prospects are starting to align and teams are beginning to juggle their relative outlooks. Representation will go all in on attempting to secure prime spots for their new clients, either cashing in on or taking out favors with certain teams and general managers as the backs get scratched, … [Read more...]
Why was Brook Jacoby suspended 14 games? Depends who you believe
Why was Brook Jacoby suspended 14 games? Depends who you believe Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Edwin Encarnacion doesn't believe hitting coach Brook Jacoby deserves a 14-game suspension for his actions following a recent game. Jacoby was suspended by the league for "his post-game conduct toward the umpire crew." Jacoby reportedly confronted the umpiring crew after a game in Boston on … [Read more...]
Fun with World Series odds: Dodgers new favorite, Astros make biggest jump
Fun with World Series odds: Dodgers new favorite, Astros make biggest jump Online sportsbook Bovada was released a new batch of World Series odds and — surprise, surprise — things have changed since their pre-opening day odds. Imagine that, perceptions changing after actual baseball has been played. The headline here: The Los Angeles Dodgers are the new favorite, getting 6/1 odds from … [Read more...]
Bryce Harper smashes three home runs in first three at-bats Wednesday
Bryce Harper smashes three home runs in first three at-bats Wednesday Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper is having a tremendous day against the Miami Marlins. The 22-year-old hit a home run in each of his first three at-bats Wednesday. Not bad for a player who was voted the "most overrated" coming into the season. The first blast came in the bottom of the second inning. Harper took … [Read more...]
Los Angeles Clippers at Houston Rockets Free Pick and Betting Odds
Los Angeles Clippers at Houston Rockets Free Pick and Betting Odds. The 56-26 Houston Rockets host the 56-26 Los Angeles Clippers tonight in Game 2 of the 2nd round of playoffs at the Toyota Center, May 6, 2015. Tip-off time is scheduled for 9:30PM EST. Wagering Odds Point Spread: Rockets -7 O/U Total: 214 The L.A Clippers will look to make it two in a row after shocking many bettors … [Read more...]
Report: Ohio State spent $600K more than Oregon on CFP
Report: Ohio State spent $600K more than Oregon on CFP Yeah, Ohio State and Oregon made a nice bit of money for making the first College Football Playoff Championship, but they also spent a big chunk of change to get there. According to CBS Sports, the Buckeyes spent $4.4 million to get to the Sugar Bowl and the title game while Oregon spent $3.8 million for the Rose Bowl and title game. The … [Read more...]
Lindsey Vonn doesn’t want to talk about her break up with Tiger Woods
Lindsey Vonn doesn't want to talk about her break up with Tiger Woods Lindsey Vonn doesn't want to talk about it anymore. The champion skier was asked in a Wednesday news conference how her break up with Tiger Woods, which she first announced Sunday before a separate confirming statement from the golfer, would affect her performance. “I don’t really want to talk about my personal life," Vonn … [Read more...]
Boxing fans accuse Pacquiao of concealing injury (Reuters)
Boxing fans accuse Pacquiao of concealing injury (Reuters) (Reuters) - Boxer Manny Pacquiao has been sued in several U.S. courts by people who said they paid to watch him fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. in the "Fight of Century" but felt defrauded by Pacquiao's failure to disclose a pre-bout shoulder injury. At least five lawsuits were filed against Pacquiao on Tuesday in federal courts in … [Read more...]
Clippers' Paul doubtful for Game 2 vs. Rockets
Clippers' Paul doubtful for Game 2 vs. Rockets Arash Markazi, ESPNLosAngeles.com Close Former columnist and writer after five years with Sports Illustrated Markazi has also written for Slam, King, Vibe and Playboy On board of directors for Jim Murray Memorial Foundation. 0 Shares Print HOUSTON -- Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul is doubtful to play in Game 2 of the … [Read more...]
Chicago Cubs at St. Louis Cardinals Free Pick and Betting Odds
Chicago Cubs at St. Louis Cardinals Free Pick and Betting Odds. The 20-6 St. Louis Cardinals host the 13-12 Chicago Cubs in MLB action tonight on the grass of Busch Stadium, May 6, 2015. First pitch is scheduled for 8:15PM EST. Wagering Odds Moneyline: Cardinals -122/Cubs +112 O/U Total: 7 Pitching Matchup Jon Lester (L) W/L 1-2 WHIP 1.33 ERA 4.71 Lance Lynn (R) W/L 1-2 WHIP 1.19 ERA … [Read more...]