Dana Altman wasn't Oregon's first choice but he was the best choice ANAHEIM, Calif. — Midway through a meandering 39-day coaching search that had already dragged into April, Oregon acting athletic director Pat Kilkenny called Nike's George Raveling seeking his advice. Raveling urged Kilkenny to halt his pursuit of splashy candidates like Michigan State's Tom Izzo, Pittsburgh's Jamie Dixon … [Read more...]
Jason Day wins at Match Play, but tweaks back; intends to play on
Jason Day wins at Match Play, but tweaks back; intends to play on Jason Day was one of 16 winners on Day 1 of group play at the WGC-Dell Match Play. However, in his 3-and-2 win over Graeme McDowell, Day tweaked a back injury. Day fell down two holes after four but quickly bounced back immediately by driving the 370-yard fifth hole to remain 1 down. At the eighth, Day started a five-hole … [Read more...]
New halved matches expand intrigue at WGC-Dell Match Play
New halved matches expand intrigue at WGC-Dell Match Play For 2015, the WGC-Dell Match Play changed the one-and-done format of the 64-player event with the hope of, frankly, creating less fluky outcomes. Too many top-name players were losing in the first two rounds, and, unlike in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, the madness wasn't endearing. It was frustrating for players and fans … [Read more...]
Leonard exits Spurs' win with right thigh contusion
Leonard exits Spurs' win with right thigh contusion 10:56 PM ET Michael C. WrightESPN Staff Writer Close Joined ESPN in 2010 Previously covered Bears for ESPN.com Played college football at West Texas A&M print SAN ANTONIO -- San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard hobbled to the locker room in the third quarter of his team's 112-88 win over the Miami Heat, and club … [Read more...]
Simmons chooses agency that represents LeBron
Simmons chooses agency that represents LeBron 10:54 PM ET ESPN.com news services print LSU freshman Ben Simmons announced his plans to enter the NBA draft on Sunday. On Wednesday, Simmons announced which agency will represent him. In a decision that had been expected, Simmons said he has signed with Klutch Sports Group, the agency that represents the Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron … [Read more...]
Spring Headlines: Troy Tulowitzki avoids injury after HBP on hand
Spring Headlines: Troy Tulowitzki avoids injury after HBP on hand Toronto Blue Jays fans and executives alike were breathing a sigh of relief on Wednesday night after learning that star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki had avoided a major injury. During their Grapefruit League game against the New York Mets earlier in the day, Tulowitzki was hit on the hand by a pitch from veteran right-hander … [Read more...]
How the Yankees are reacting to New York’s sports tobacco ban
How the Yankees are reacting to New York's sports tobacco ban On Tuesday, New York's City Council passed legislation that will prohibit the use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco, at all ticketed sporting sites in the city. The bill passed by an overwhelming 44-3 vote, according to a New York Times report. That's a pretty big story in the baseball world for a couple … [Read more...]
Kings' Cousins out vs. Wolves with bruised knee
Kings' Cousins out vs. Wolves with bruised knee 8:39 PM ET Associated Press print MINNEAPOLIS -- Sacramento Kings star center DeMarcus Cousins was scratched from the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night with a bruised right knee. Cousins was listed as questionable for the game going in, but declared out by coach George Karl earlier in the day. Cousins has … [Read more...]
Judge dismisses Sterling's antitrust suit vs. NBA
Judge dismisses Sterling's antitrust suit vs. NBA 7:48 PM ET Associated Press print LOS ANGELES -- A federal judge has dismissed a $600 million antitrust lawsuit filed by former Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling against the NBA and his wife Shelly Sterling. In the Tuesday order, U.S. District Judge Fernando M. Olguin said he was "skeptical Sterling suffered any injury … [Read more...]
Legendary broadcaster and D-Backs analyst Joe Garagiola dies at 90
Legendary broadcaster and D-Backs analyst Joe Garagiola dies at 90 The baseball world lost a broadcasting legend Wednesday. Former player and Hall of Fame broadcaster Joe Garagiola died at the age of 90. The Arizona Diamondbacks have confirmed the news. Garagiola's family released a statement, which reflected on his legendary career within baseball. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of … [Read more...]