Kevin Durant's new sneakers have built-in near-knee-length socks Before the Oklahoma City Thunder's Thursday night game against the Utah Jazz, Kevin Durant took the floor rocking a special version of his new Nike KD8 Elite sneakers. We'd already seen the Creamsicle orange colorway of the kicks, which come specially equipped with a "calf-length compression sock" to offer more lower-leg and … [Read more...]
This new Pirates hot dog is like the worst ‘Chopped’ recipe ever
This new Pirates hot dog is like the worst 'Chopped' recipe ever 'Tis the season for outrageous new food items to be announced by MLB teams. Ballpark food is a conquest for fans — some of whom enjoy eating the biggest, weirdest, fried-est thing they can get while watching a baseball game. [Sign up for Fantasy Baseball | Play for $40K | Expert rankings | Mock draft ] We're not here to … [Read more...]
Leonard, Green to miss Spurs' shot at history
Leonard, Green to miss Spurs' shot at history 7:46 PM ET Associated Press print SAN ANTONIO -- The San Antonio Spurs will be without Kawhi Leonard, fellow starter Danny Green and two key reserves against Memphis on Friday night when they attempt to match the longest home winning streak to open a season. Leonard suffered a bruised right quadriceps midway through the third quarter … [Read more...]
Double-double: Curry's wax figure unveiled
Double-double: Curry's wax figure unveiled 7:54 PM ET Associated Press print OAKLAND, Calif. -- Toddler Riley Curry snuggled up under the right arm of her father's wax figure and grinned in delight. Even if a little confused by it all. "How is it, Riley, is it weird?" Stephen Curry asked. "There's two of us up here. That's probably weird to see two of us up here looking right … [Read more...]
Steve Spurrier to receive award from former rival’s supporter group
Steve Spurrier to receive award from former rival's supporter group Former Florida and South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier is getting an award from a group of Tennessee supporters. Really. The Knoxville Quarterback Club will present Spurrier with the Neyland Trophy in April. As the Knoxville News-Sentinel points out, Spurrier beat Tennessee at Neyland Stadium while coaching Duke, Florida and … [Read more...]
Roman Ceres 2 for 2 after Big A feature allowance victory (The Associated Press)
Roman Ceres 2 for 2 after Big A feature allowance victory (The Associated Press) NEW YORK (AP) -- Roman Ceres improved to 2 for 2, rallying to beat Madame Maybry by three-quarters of a length Thursday in the $57,000 allowance feature for 3-year-old fillies at Aqueduct. … [Read more...]
Olympics-Rio cancels cycling test because velodrome is not ready (Reuters)
Olympics-Rio cancels cycling test because velodrome is not ready (Reuters) (Adds quote) RIO DE JANEIRO, March 24 (Reuters) - Rio Olympics organisers have cancelled the only test event for the indoor cycling at this year's Games because the velodrome will not be ready in time, a spokesman said on Thursday. The event was due to take place on April 30 and May 1 but logistical problems mean … [Read more...]
Mike Legg, Bill Armstrong and the ‘coolest goal ever scored’
Mike Legg, Bill Armstrong and the 'coolest goal ever scored' It was March 24, 1996. It was the NCAA West Regional semifinal. Mike Legg of the Michigan Wolverines took the puck behind the Minnesota net and surveyed the scene. Two Gophers were standing on the other side of the goal, waiting to see what the Michigan forward was going to do. He was outnumbered. Teammate Bobby Hayes was to his … [Read more...]
Diamondbacks seek permission to look for new stadium
Diamondbacks seek permission to look for new stadium The Arizona Diamondbacks want out of Chase Field. The team has submitted paperwork to the Maricopa County Board asking that their current lease be modified so the club can play games "in a location other than Chase Field," according to 12 News Arizona. The team confirmed the news shortly after the story broke. Team CEO Derrick Hall … [Read more...]
Todd McShay's latest mock draft: If I ran the Cowboys I'd draft a QB, but … – Dallas Morning News
Todd McShay's latest mock draft: If I ran the Cowboys I'd draft a QB, but ... - Dallas Morning News Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys calls a play in the first quarter against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on September 13, 2015 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) ESPN draft analyst Todd McShay came out with his latest mock … [Read more...]