A rehabbing Wesley Matthews still thinks a $15 million salary is reasonable History has not been kind to NBA players returning from torn Achilles tendons. The American Journal of Sports Medicine recently published a study examining the effects of 18 such injuries from 1998-2011 and concluded, "The NBA players who returned to play after repair of complete Achilles tending ruptures showed a … [Read more...]
Report: Blazers could trade back for two 2nd round picks – FOXSports.com
Report: Blazers could trade back for two 2nd round picks - FOXSports.com Updated JUN 24, 2015 3:36p ET The Portland Trail Blazers own the 23rd pick in the upcoming NBA Draft on Thursday, but they might not be there for long. According to a recent report, the Blazers have shown interest in moving back for multiple picks in the second round to add depth. The Blazers could face substantial losses … [Read more...]
NHL 2015-16 home openers set; when does Connor McDavid debut?
NHL 2015-16 home openers set; when does Connor McDavid debut? The NHL’s 30 teams released details for their home openers on Wednesday, with the rest of the 2015-16 schedule on its way on Thursday. Because really, in the 48 hours between the NHL Awards and the NHL Draft, the League really needed to fill time. A couple of notes on the games announced: * We assume Connor McDavid will make his … [Read more...]
2015 NBA Draft shopping list: Southwest Division
2015 NBA Draft shopping list: Southwest Division What should teams look for in Thursday's draft? Our shopping list details the projections and needs of all 30 squads. Houston Rockets 2014-15 Finish: 56-26, 2nd in West, lost in conference finals 1st Round Picks: No. 18 2nd Round Picks: No. 32 As usual, the flexibility-minded Rockets enter the offseason with several notable players possibly … [Read more...]
Kristaps Porzingis might think the Knicks are the best organization in the NBA
Kristaps Porzingis might think the Knicks are the best organization in the NBA Latvian big man Kristaps Porzingis might turn out to have the highest upside of any player in Thursday’s NBA draft. He also, undoubtedly, has more to learn about the NBA than any other draft prospect out there – not only is he only 19, but he’s only played with a lightly-regarded Spanish club so far. [Follow Dunks … [Read more...]
Josh Hamilton starting rehab stint, expected to rejoin Rangers next week
Josh Hamilton starting rehab stint, expected to rejoin Rangers next week If all goes according to plan, Josh Hamilton's second return to the Texas Rangers should come at the start of next week. Once he gets back on the field, he sure hopes it will last longer than a week. Hamilton hasn't played since May 31 after straining his hamstring running out a walk-off double and was ruled out for a … [Read more...]
5-star recruit Darnell Salomon pleads guilty in UGA dorm burglary
5-star recruit Darnell Salomon pleads guilty in UGA dorm burglary Nearly a year after he was accused of stealing from a University of Georgia dorm room, Darnell Salomon pled guilty to first-degree burglary in Athens, Ga., court late last week. Salomon, a five-star wide receiver from Miami in the class of 2016, had been accused of taking an iPhone and a “wallet containing cash and credit … [Read more...]
Terry Francona ate 17 popsicles in one night and you will believe what happened next
Terry Francona ate 17 popsicles in one night and you will believe what happened next Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona is one of the more lovable personalities in baseball. We love Francona because he's the type of manager who will — as he did Wednesday — tell stories about how he ate 17 popsicles in one night. But Francona is also 56 and, frankly, should know that eating 17 … [Read more...]
Rob Riggle brings ‘good attitude’ to NHL Awards (Puck Daddy Interview)
Rob Riggle brings 'good attitude' to NHL Awards (Puck Daddy Interview) LAS VEGAS – Rob Riggle is not going to steal the show at the NHL Awards in Las Vegas. The comedian/actor and host of the event mainly wants to be a delegator. He says it’s his job to “get up there and welcome everybody.” And meeting the guy, he seems sincere. Channeling his inner Bruce Boudreau with a cone of chocolate … [Read more...]
Report: Kevin Love opts out of final year of contract, will enter free agency
Report: Kevin Love opts out of final year of contract, will enter free agency One year after joining the Cleveland Cavaliers in a blockbuster summer trade, Kevin Love has elected to decline the $16.7 million player option he holds for the 2015-16 NBA season, according to ESPN.com's Marc Stein. As a result, the 26-year-old power forward will hit the market as an unrestricted free agent. … [Read more...]