Report: Steve Nash close to becoming a part-time consultant for Warriors The Golden State Warriors won the 2015 NBA title in large part due to the strength of their coaching staff. While first-year head coach Steve Kerr earned copious and deserving praise for his own contributions to the squad, one of his greatest strengths was to assemble a group of assistants full of experience and … [Read more...]
Report: Michael Jordan made more in endorsements last year than he did playing in the NBA
Report: Michael Jordan made more in endorsements last year than he did playing in the NBA It's no secret that Michael Jordan's done pretty well for himself in the business world since ending his Hall of Fame career with the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards in 2003. The legendary guard is a literal billionaire, having used his significant sway as an endorser to build his own apparel … [Read more...]
Video shows 49ers fans beating Vikings fan after Monday night game
Video shows 49ers fans beating Vikings fan after Monday night game A disturbing video has emerged after Monday night's game between the Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers, images showing a number of 49ers fans beating on and kicking a Vikings fan. The video — a warning: it's quite graphic, and it contains strong language — appears to show two 49ers fans kicking the Vikings fan and a … [Read more...]
David Feherty joins Golf Channel and NBC Sports after leaving CBS
David Feherty joins Golf Channel and NBC Sports after leaving CBS After ending a 19-year relationship with CBS Sports, David Feherty made the natural move, signing a full-time deal with NBC Sports Group. In the Tuesday announcement, NBC Sports Group detailed an expanded role for Feherty on Golf Channel and NBC, including PGA Tour golf broadcasts on the two networks. "I'm really looking … [Read more...]
Power Rankings: (In)accurately predicting the results of the 2015 Chase
Power Rankings: (In)accurately predicting the results of the 2015 Chase Our Power Rankings are far from a scientific formula. In fact, it's the perfect blend of analytics and bias against your favorite driver. And you think we dislike your favorite driver, so it makes sense, right? Direct all your complaints to us at [email protected] and we'll try to have some fun. This week we're … [Read more...]
Brock Nelson negotiations with Islanders go quiet, and clock’s ticking
Brock Nelson negotiations with Islanders go quiet, and clock's ticking The New York Islanders will hit the ice for training camp beginning Friday morning. One big name who may not be out on the Islanders Ice Works sheet is Brock Nelson. Nelson, who scored 20 goals and recorded 42 points last season, remains unsigned after a qualifying offer in June was rejected. Negotiations have gone quiet, … [Read more...]
Report: Michael Jordan made more in endorsements last year than in his entire playing career
Report: Michael Jordan made more in endorsements last year than in his entire playing career It's no secret that Michael Jordan's done pretty well for himself in the business world since ending his Hall of Fame career with the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards in 2003. The legendary guard is a literal billionaire, having used his significant sway as an endorser to build his own apparel … [Read more...]
Orioles rookie helps a guy change a flat tire, gives him tickets to a game
Orioles rookie helps a guy change a flat tire, gives him tickets to a game You may not know much about Baltimore Orioles rookie pitcher Mike Wright, but you should know this: He's a nice guy. [Play a Daily Fantasy contest for cash today!] Wright, a 25-year-old from South Carolina, has pitched in nine games this season for the Orioles. He's 2-4 with a 5.45 ERA, not exactly headline stuff in … [Read more...]
EuroBasket: Pau Gasol leads Spain past Greece
EuroBasket: Pau Gasol leads Spain past Greece Associated Press 0 Shares Print LILLE, France -- Pau Gasol scored 27 points and Nikola Mirotic added 18 to lead Spain into the semifinals of the European basketball championship with a 73-71 victory over Greece on Tuesday. Guard Sergio Rodriguez also contributed three free throws down the stretch as the teams stayed close together … [Read more...]
BDL 25: Can the Atlanta Hawks do *that* again?
BDL 25: Can the Atlanta Hawks do *that* again? The NBA offseason has brought many changes to rosters, coaching staffs, and the list of championship contenders. As we draw closer to opening night, it's time to move our focus from the potential impact of each offseason event and onto the broader issues that figure to define this season. The BDL 25 takes stock of, uh, 25 key storylines to get … [Read more...]