Offseason Beat: Bounce Back Candidates Chandler Parsons It was another rough year for Parsons, and knee issues were again the culprit in his failure to realize his true potential, although he did flash his upside after the All-Star break when he put in averages of 17.6 points, 5.6 boards, 4.1 assists, 1.3 steals and 2.4 triples per contest on 51.7 percent shooting from the field and 81.8 percent … [Read more...]
Emeka Okafor, out since 2013-14 with back woes, attempts a comeback
Emeka Okafor, out since 2013-14 with back woes, attempts a comeback Emeka averaged 9.7 points and 6.2 rebounds in 2013-14. (Getty Images) When it was announced that Emeka Okafor would sit the entire 2013-14 season due to a herniated disc, it was mostly assumed that the former No. 2 overall pick would eventually make his way back to the NBA in time. Yes, he’d just turned 31 and his production … [Read more...]
DeMarcus Cousins … gymnast?
DeMarcus Cousins ... gymnast? 5:28 PM ET Rachel MarcusESPN Editor Close ESPN Editor Joined ESPN in 2013 Maryland native, Syracuse graduate DeMarcus Cousins as a gymnast? OK, so it may be far-fetched, but Boogie can dream. The USA men's basketball and Sacramento Kings center shared his thoughts on competing in other sports at the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, specifically gymnastics. What … [Read more...]
A-Rod: 'I think I can still play'
A-Rod: 'I think I can still play' We made it three days into the Alex Rodriguez farewell proceedings before this happened, and honestly, that might have beaten the odds. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Baseball contest now] On Tuesday in Boston, as the Yankees were getting ready to play the Red Sox, A-Rod told reporters that while he hasn’t considered any actual possibilities, he still … [Read more...]
Olympics- First Brazil gold medal spurs last-minute ticket sales (Reuters)
Olympics- First Brazil gold medal spurs last-minute ticket sales (Reuters) By Alexandra Ulmer RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug 9 (Reuters) - Brazil's first gold medal has boosted Olympic ticket sales and organisers expect attendance to pick up in coming days, although some venues including the Copacabana beach volleyball arena are still struggling to fill seats. Judoka Rafaela Silva, who grew up in … [Read more...]
Italy, despite injured captain, tops US in men’s volleyball (Yahoo Sports)
Italy, despite injured captain, tops US in men's volleyball (Yahoo Sports) One by one, as best they could, Emanuele Birarelli's teammates made their way over to him for a hug or handshake. Whatever happens, Italy believes in its deep bench. The Americans - ranked fifth in the world with eight first-time Olympians - had to contend with a raucous crowd chanting ''Italy!'' They responded from … [Read more...]
Rio judge overrules ban on political demos at Olympics (Reuters)
Rio judge overrules ban on political demos at Olympics (Reuters) A federal judge in Rio has issued an injunction overruling a government ban on political banners or slogans during the Olympic Games, allowing "peaceful" demonstrations. Judge Joao Augusto Carneiro Araújo issued the injunction late on Monday following a request by federal prosecutors who questioned the ban decided by the … [Read more...]
Report: Patriots' Rob Ninkovich suffered torn triceps; timetable unknown
Report: Patriots' Rob Ninkovich suffered torn triceps; timetable unknown New England Patriots defensive end Rob Ninkovich suffered a torn triceps (AP). The New England Patriots appeared to dodge a bullet with one injury but might be unlucky with another. Early on Tuesday, there were reports that wide receiver Julian Edelman had potentially re-injured his surgically repaired foot, but it … [Read more...]
'We've got to learn to deal with it.' The Jaguars, social media and the E word
'We've got to learn to deal with it.' The Jaguars, social media and the E word JACKSONVILLE -- These are heady times in Duval. The Jacksonville Jaguars -- the team that won just 14 games the past four seasons, including only five last season, while failing to reach the postseason every year since 2007 -- are a sexy pick to win the AFC South. Expectations are soaring, and their … [Read more...]
Why Your Team Sucks 2016: New Orleans Saints – Deadspin
Why Your Team Sucks 2016: New Orleans Saints - Deadspin Some people are fans of the New Orleans Saints. But many, many more people are NOT fans of the New Orleans Saints. This 2016 Deadspin NFL team preview is for those in the latter group. Read all the previews so far here. And buy Drew’s new book here. Your team: New Orleans Saints Your 2015 record: 7-9. Pour one out for the swan song of … [Read more...]