Knicks' Jackson criticizes LeBron, NBA offenses ESPN.com news services 0 Shares Print New York Knicks president Phil Jackson isn't a fan of the way the game is being played these days, and he used the NBA's biggest star -- LeBron James -- as an example of exactly what's wrong. Jackson, in an interview with Bleacher Report from May that was published Monday, said the current … [Read more...]
Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates Free Pick and Betting Lines June 23, 2015
Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates Free Pick and Betting Lines. The 39-30 Pittsburgh Pirates play host to the 32-36 Cincinnati Reds tonight in MLB action on the grass of PNC Park, June 23, 2015. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:05PM EST. Betting Odds Moneyline: Pirates -136/Reds +126 O/U Total: 8 Pitching Matchup Joshua Smith (R) 1st MLB Appearance Jeff Locke (L) W/L 4-3 WHIP 1.45 … [Read more...]
Baltimore Orioles at Boston Red Sox Free Pick and Betting Lines June 23, 2015
Baltimore Orioles at Boston Red Sox Free Pick and Betting Lines. The 31-40 Boston Red Sox play host to the 36-33 Baltimore Orioles tonight in MLB action on the grass of Fenway Park, June 23, 2015. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:10PM EST. Betting Odds Moneyline: Orioles -105/Red Sox -105 O/U Total: 9 Pitching Matchup Ubaldo Jimenez (R) W/L 5-3 WHIP 1.28 ERA 3.27 Joe Kelly (R) W/L 2-4 … [Read more...]
What if NBA teams could do the last five drafts over? – Boston Globe
What if NBA teams could do the last five drafts over? - Boston Globe Comments Print John Raoux/AP If the Cavaliers had another crack at the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 draft, they’d likely choose guard Victor Oladipo. With the NBA Draft on Thursday and teams scouring over scouting reports, workout reviews, and opinions from front office members about whom to select, we decided it would be a … [Read more...]
European-Lost years leave Cuban-born Trevejo feeling sprightly (Reuters)
European-Lost years leave Cuban-born Trevejo feeling sprightly (Reuters) By Justin Palmer BAKU, June 23 (Reuters) - The road to Baku has been harder than most and come at a huge personal cost for naturalised Frenchman Ivan Trevejo who ranks among a number of Cuban-born athletes at the European Games in the Azeri capital. At 43, Trevejo is the oldest competitor in the fencing competition … [Read more...]
Tour de France winner Riis knew his team was doping, probe finds (Reuters)
Tour de France winner Riis knew his team was doping, probe finds (Reuters) Former Tour de France winner and Team Saxo manager Bjarne Riis knew about doping in his team but failed to act, according to a damning report by the Danish Anti-Doping Authority and the country's National Olympic Committee. Riis, 51, who won the Tour in 1996 and subsequently admitted having doped during his career, … [Read more...]
‘Golden’ oldie De La Hoya ’50-50′ on fight comeback at 42 (Reuters)
'Golden' oldie De La Hoya '50-50' on fight comeback at 42 (Reuters) Boxing Hall of Famer and former Olympic champion Oscar De La Hoya is considering a return to the ring at the age of 42 after overcoming substance abuse, the fighter told ESPN.com on Monday. De La Hoya, who quit boxing soon after retiring on his stool at the end of the eighth round of a lopsided 2008 defeat against Manny … [Read more...]
Anti-doping report: Riis knew about drugs on cycling team (The Associated Press)
Anti-doping report: Riis knew about drugs on cycling team (The Associated Press) COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) -- A report by Denmark's anti-doping agency says Bjarne Riis chose to ignore drug-taking by riders on the former Team CSC. … [Read more...]
Terry defends Sterling ambition
Terry defends Sterling ambition The ESPN FC panel respond to the reports suggesting Raheem Sterling's move to Manchester City next season. ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti discusses Raheem Sterling's future with Liverpool, where he does not feel Manchester City will spend the maximum amount for him. The ESPN FC panel debate which club would be best for Liverpool's, seemingly departing, Raheem … [Read more...]
Red-hot Albert Pujols leads Angels past Astros with two more homers
Red-hot Albert Pujols leads Angels past Astros with two more homers Take a look around the league with Big League Stew's daily wrap up. We'll hit on all of the biggest moments from the day that you may have missed, while providing highlights, photos and interesting stats. The Albert Pujols show rolled on Monday night, as the Los Angeles Angels slugger had another big night to add to his … [Read more...]