The 10-man rotation, starring the NBA's insane free agency shopping spree A look around the league and the Web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out. C: The Triangle and SB Nation. Zach Lowe identifies eight major questions we're about to see answered in … [Read more...]
Seven takeaways after Celtics introduce draft picks – Boston Globe
Seven takeaways after Celtics introduce draft picks - Boston Globe Comments Print By Adam Himmelsbach Globe Staff June 30, 2015 WALTHAM — The Celtics on Tuesday introduced their four new draft picks: Terry Rozier, R.J. Hunter, Jordan Mickey and Marcus Thornton. Here are some quick takeaways from their introductory press conference. 1. Thornton likely a stash: President of basketball … [Read more...]
Sources: Jordan seeks 4-year deal, bigger role
Sources: Jordan seeks 4-year deal, bigger role Chris Broussard, NBA analyst Close Senior Writer for ESPN The Magazine Formerly at the New York Times, 1998-2004 Covering the NBA since 1995 0 Shares Print Free agent DeAndre Jordan is likely looking to sign a four-year deal that allows him to opt out after three seasons, which would nullify the Los Angeles Clippers' advantage in … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: The Dawn of Free Agency
The Daily Dose: The Dawn of Free Agency With the draft going down on Thursday and free agency set to begin on July 1, this week has been nothing short of hectic and it’s only going to get crazier in the next few days. I’ll briefly touch on some major storylines of the week below, but make sure you keep checking our player news page for all the latest updates on free agency. The Wolves took … [Read more...]
Report: Florida State QB De’Andre Johnson charged with battery
Report: Florida State QB De'Andre Johnson charged with battery Florida State quarterback De’Andre Johnson has formally been charged with misdemeanor battery, according to ESPN.com. The state attorney’s office has reportedly issued a warrant for the arrest of Johnson, who is accused of punching a 21-year-old woman at a bar in Tallahassee on June 24. Assistant state attorney Georgia Cappleman … [Read more...]
Ball State players dressed up like superheroes on max squat day (Video)
Ball State players dressed up like superheroes on max squat day (Video) Ball State apparently takes its max-out leg day very seriously. A video uploaded by the team on Tuesday shows off its players squatting massive amounts of weight – all while dressed up as various superheroes, including the Hulk. Also featured in the video were strobe lights, a tunnel of smoke, shirt ripping, face paint … [Read more...]
Froome buckled up for rocky Tour de France challenge (Reuters)
Froome buckled up for rocky Tour de France challenge (Reuters) By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - Chris Froome struggled for form, then crashed but the Briton looks ready just in time to compete for a second Tour de France title although micro managers Team Sky will struggle to control the race like they usually do. Froome, who claimed the 2013 Tour having won almost every race he entered … [Read more...]
Sean O’Driscoll set to join Liverpool’s coaching staff
Sean O’Driscoll set to join Liverpool’s coaching staff England Under-19 manager Sean O'Driscoll is set to join Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers' coaching staff at Anfield. The 57-year-old, who has previously had spells in charge at Nottingham Forest, Doncaster, Bournemouth, Crawley and Bristol City, is being brought in as … Continue reading → England Under-19 manager Sean … [Read more...]
Luke Ridnour joins Raptors in 4th trade in 6 days, and his saga’s not done yet
Luke Ridnour joins Raptors in 4th trade in 6 days, and his saga's not done yet The NBA's 2015 free agency period hasn't even officially begun yet, but it's hard to imagine a more surprising and bizarre story unfolding than the one in which Luke Ridnour has starred over the past week. After being employed by five teams over the course of a 12-year NBA career, the veteran point guard has now … [Read more...]
Sources: Bulls offer Butler max, other options
Sources: Bulls offer Butler max, other options Chris Broussard, NBA analyst Close Senior Writer for ESPN The Magazine Formerly at the New York Times, 1998-2004 Covering the NBA since 1995 0 Shares Print The Chicago Bulls offered Jimmy Butler a maximum five-year, $90 million contract Monday, leading the restricted free agent to postpone meetings with several other teams as he … [Read more...]