PG Lawson signs with Pacers for playoff run 9:33 AM ET ESPN.com news services print Free-agent guard Ty Lawson is joining the Indiana Pacers in a move that strengthens the team's depth as it looks to make a playoff run. "This is a good opportunity for me to come here, try to help the Pacers win and get into the playoffs," Lawson said in a statement. "I'm just ready to play and do … [Read more...]
Cyclist-turned-jockey Pendleton to ride at Cheltenham (The Associated Press)
Cyclist-turned-jockey Pendleton to ride at Cheltenham (The Associated Press) LONDON (AP) -- Victoria Pendleton has been given a ride at the prestigious Cheltenham Festival, barely a year after taking up horse racing following her retirement from cycling. … [Read more...]
Schedule of Champions League games on TV
Schedule of Champions League games on TV The familiar anthem of the UEFA Champions League returns. The one that raises the hair on the back of your neck, as they belt out the words “These are the champions.” But it’s the action that follows that is even better, and there are plenty of nerve-racking games in store. […] The familiar anthem of the UEFA Champions League returns. The one that … [Read more...]
Brad Keselowski wins at Las Vegas
Brad Keselowski wins at Las Vegas Your browser does not support iframes.Brad Keselowski drove from third to first in the last 20 laps to win for the second time in three years at Las Vegas on Sunday. Keselowski didn't pit during a caution flag with 51 laps to go along with teammate Joey Logano and Austin Dillon. He restarted on the front row with Logano but the two were quickly passed by … [Read more...]
Late block propels Florida Gulf Coast back to NCAA tournament
Late block propels Florida Gulf Coast back to NCAA tournament Florida Gulf Coast saved the Atlantic Sun from the embarrassment of a postseason-ineligible team winning its conference tournament. The fourth-seeded Eagles edged Stetson 80-78 in overtime, capturing the Atlantic Sun tournament title and securing their first NCAA bid since their memorable 2013 Sweet 16 run as a No. 15 seed. When … [Read more...]
Brem holds commanding lead after 1st run of World Cup GS (The Associated Press)
Brem holds commanding lead after 1st run of World Cup GS (The Associated Press) In light snowfall, the Austrian finished 0.77 seconds ahead of Swiss skier Lara Gut, while the rest of the field was more than a second off the pace. Federica Brignone of Italy, who won the season-opening GS in October, was 1.11 behind in third with Nina Loeseth of Norway another 0.44 further back in fourth. … [Read more...]
Alpine Skiing-World Cup Jasna women’s giant slalom results (Reuters)
Alpine Skiing-World Cup Jasna women's giant slalom results (Reuters) March 7 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the World Cup Jasna Women's Giant Slalom after run 1 on Monday Run 1 Overall 1. Eva-Maria Brem (Austria) 1:15.34 1:15.34 2. Lara Gut (Switzerland) 1:16.08 1:16.08 3. Federica Brignone (Italy) 1:16.45 1:16.45 4. Nina Loseth (Norway) 1:16.89 1:16.89 5. Frida Hansdotter (Sweden) … [Read more...]
Philippine boxer and poll candidate Pacquiao says TV bout cover not a low blow (Reuters)
Philippine boxer and poll candidate Pacquiao says TV bout cover not a low blow (Reuters) Former world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao said on Monday TV coverage of his WBO welterweight bout with American Timothy Bradley would not violate Philippine election laws or give him an undue advantage in his bid for a seat on the Senate. In a five-page letter to the election commission, Pacquiao, 37, … [Read more...]
Happy Hour: Endorsements, penalties and official airlines
Happy Hour: Endorsements, penalties and official airlines Welcome to the second 2016 edition of Happy Hour Mailbag. As always, tweet us your thoughts or shoot us an email at [email protected] if you want to participate. A dull week in NASCAR, eh? We're still wondering why NASCAR CEO Brian France thought it would be a good idea to publicly endorse Donald Trump for president. We get … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Dose: Harden Hits 40
The Daily Dose: Dose: Harden Hits 40 Week 20 Games Played Four games: Hawks, Hornets, Cavs, Warriors, Clippers, Grizzlies, Bucks, Pelicans, Knicks, Magic, Spurs, Kings, Jazz Three games: Nets, Bulls, Mavs, Nuggets, Pistons, Rockets, Pacers, Lakers, Heat, Wolves, Thunder, Suns, Blazers, Raptors, Wizards Two games: Celtics Editor's Note: This is your chance to try FanDuel risk free! Sign up … [Read more...]