TMS president defends prayer with 'political correctness' remark Texas Motor Speedway president Eddie Gossage used a couple of trite phrases to defend the prayer Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson delivered before Saturday night's Sprint Cup Series race at Texas. While starting his prayer with "We got here via Bibles and guns" Robertson, who endorsed Ted Cruz earlier this year, prayed for "a … [Read more...]
Celtics no longer in driver's seat in playoff push
Celtics no longer in driver's seat in playoff push 12:34 AM ET Chris ForsbergESPN Staff Writer Close Covered Celtics since 2007 Emmy award-winning videographer Joined ESPNBoston.com in 2009 print BOSTON -- After Friday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks, the Boston Celtics' locker room was brimming with positive energy. Isaiah Thomas brought his two young sons, Jaiden and James, … [Read more...]
Dwight Howard gets involved as Rockets beat Timberwolves
Dwight Howard gets involved as Rockets beat Timberwolves 12:34 AM ET Calvin WatkinsESPN Staff Writer Close Calvin Watkins covers the Houston Rockets and the NBA for ESPN.com. He joined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009. He's covered the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers as well as colleges, boxing and high school sports. print MINNEAPOLIS -- The song that played from Dwight Howard's … [Read more...]
Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant hit historic marks in Kobe's road finale
Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant hit historic marks in Kobe's road finale 1:32 AM ET print OKLAHOMA CITY -- It started with a Kevin Durant missed 3. Steven Adams grabbed a long offensive rebound and looked to reset the offense. Kobe Bryant, who was guarding Durant on his miss, looked Adams' way. "Give it back to him!" Bryant yelled. Adams kicked it back to Durant, and the stage … [Read more...]
Finnegan loses no-hit bid in 7th, Cubs top Reds
Finnegan loses no-hit bid in 7th, Cubs top Reds CHICAGO (AP) Addison Russell circled the bases while the crowd roared, happy to have Brandon Finnegan's flirtation with a no-hitter made irrelevant. Russell tried to soak it all in. With his heart pounding, it wasn't easy. ''Once I stepped on the plate, it was an awesome feeling,'' he said. Russell hit a three-run drive in the eighth inning and the … [Read more...]
Erik Kratz may have been too excited for the Astros home opener
Erik Kratz may have been too excited for the Astros home opener There are few things more exciting to baseball players than a home opener. Thousands of fans pack the stadium in order to cheer on their club. Sure, it's probably exciting to play opening day on the road, but coming home and experiencing the fans for the first time seems like a special experience. [Sign up for Fantasy … [Read more...]
Rockets roll past Timberwolves, keep playoff hopes alive
Rockets roll past Timberwolves, keep playoff hopes alive 11:13 PM ET Calvin WatkinsESPN Staff Writer Close Calvin Watkins covers the Houston Rockets and the NBA for ESPN.com. He joined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009. He's covered the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers as well as colleges, boxing and high school sports. print MINNEAPOLIS -- The Houston Rockets are doing their part. … [Read more...]
Bryce Harper has some new bat decals that celebrate his next homer
Bryce Harper has some new bat decals that celebrate his next homer The next home run hit by Washington Nationals slugger Bryce Harper will be the 100th of his young career. Reaching that milestone would be a tremendous accomplishment for any player, but is made more impressive by the fact that Harper is just 23 years old. [Sign up for Fantasy Baseball | Play for $40K | Expert … [Read more...]