Gonzaga’s Jordan Mathews , Killian Tillie and Josh Perkins applaud their fans as they leave the court after defeating Tennessee 86-76 in an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. /Copyright 2016 The Associated Press.
Day: December 18, 2016
Jackets’ run at 9, Tortorella wins 500th
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth Jones celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks in overtime of an NHL hockey game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016 in Vancouver, British Columbia. /Copyright 2016 The Associated Press.
Red-letter day: Elliott, Cowboys bounce back, top Bucs 26-20
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten fights off a tackle attempt by Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Javien Elliott after catching a pass in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Cole Beasley tries to stay inbounds after catching a pass as Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Keith Tandy pursues in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Arlington, Texas.
Hayes scores deciding goal in shootout, Rangers beat Devils
New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist and New York Rangers center Kevin Hayes celebrates the Rangers 3-2 win over the New Jersey Devils in a shootout of an NHL hockey game in New York, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016. Hayes scored the winning goal.
Denver’s defense can’t hide all of Broncos’ many flaws
New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan celebrates a tackle against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Denver. Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak, left, a New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick met on the field after an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Denver.
STEVE DeSHAZO: Orioles, Nationals take different shopping approaches.
Chicago White Sox’ Adam Eaton rounds the bases on a solo home run off Minnesota Twins pitcher Hector Santiago in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016, in Minneapolis.
Denver’s defence can’t hide all of Broncos’ many flaws
These Broncos are actually surrendering fewer points per game than last year’s version that brought home the Lombardi Trophy . They limited Tom Brady to 16 completions and the Patriots to 16 points on Sunday, but their sputtering offence and atrocious special teams again couldn’t match the effort.
Stone, Smith lead Senators to 6-2 win over Islanders
Mark Stone had a goal and two assists, Zack Smith scored twice and the Senators beat the New York Islanders 6-2 Sunday night. Bobby Ryan, Derick Brassard and Tom Pyatt also scored to help Ottawa win for the second time in two nights.
Mauricio Pochettino: Tottenham can still beat Chelsea to Premier League title
Spurs edged out Burnley 2-1 at White Hart Lane on Sunday but remain 10 points behind the league leaders, whose win over Crystal Palace on Saturday continued an astonishing 11-match winning run. “Are Chelsea out of sight? No, it’s true that we have a 10-point gap with Chelsea,” Pochettino said.
The Latest: Cowboys’ Witten tops TO for 7th on catches list
Witten caught a 6-yard pass from rookie Dak Prescott early in the second quarter to pass Owens with his 1,079th catch. He had two more catches on that touchdown drive and finished the first half with eight catches for 47 yards, giving him 1,084 for his career.
Kāpiti Coast District Council media advisory 19/12/16
KA piti Coast District Council Parks and Recreation Manager Alison Law says there is a hole in the vinyl pool liner, or ‘Myrtha’, and the concrete slab under the liner is exposed. “The slab’s not designed to be in contact with chlorinated water and the liner makes the pool watertight, protecting the slab,” she says.
Men’s Basketball Recap
AT RHODE ISLAND RAMS 65, HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS 54 Thomas M. Ryan Center/Kingston, R.I. 12:30 p.m. EST BOX SCORE KINGSTON, R.I. – Senior forward Malachi Alexander finished with 15 points, two rebounds and two steals, but it was not enough as Holy Cross fell to Rhode Island, 65-54 on Sunday. *Alexander became the 50th 1,000-point scorer in program history with a free-throw at the 5:19 mark in the first half.
Jaguars fire Gus Bradley after team blows late lead to Houston
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley was fired Sunday after the Jaguars lost 21-20 to Houston. Although two weeks earlier than expected, the ax fell on Jaguars coach Gus Bradley late Sunday afternoon after the team’s ninth consecutive loss and with two games remaining in the franchise’s most disappointing season.
Chicago Blackhawks’ Motte getting his confidence back
The Michigan product registered an assist in his first NHL game, scored in his fifth and showed off his speed and power with a gorgeous goal against Calgary at the United Center on Nov. 1. Three games after that win over the Flames, though, Motte suffered an injury that forced him to miss five games, and he hasn’t looked the same since. Lack of production was a big reason coach Joel Quenneville made Motte watch Hawks victories over the Islanders on Thursday and Blues on Saturday as a healthy scratch.
Duncan has number retired in emotional ceremony
NBA: Patty Mills is in career best form for San Antonio but this open court effort against the Pelicans wont be making his end of season highlights reel THE San Antonio Spurs’ 113-100 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans was just the curtain-raiser to the team’s heart-tugging ceremony honoring retired superstar Tim Duncan. LaMarcus Aldridge scored 22 points in 26 minutes on the floor, and Manu Ginobili added a season-high 17 points for the Spurs, who notched their fourth win on the trot.
Boys Basketball | Athens Christian wins 2
ATHENS CHRISTIAN 83, PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN 42: At Athens Christian, the Eagles won for the fourth time in their last five games as three players scored in double figures. Quincy Canty scored a game-high 17 points and was followed by Kohl Phillips and Richard Jibunor .
Spurs pay tribute to Tim Duncan in emotional jersey retirement ceremony
San Antonio Spurs’ Tim Duncan waves to fans during his jersey retirement ceremony on Sunday. Before retiring Tim Duncan’s No.
Bucs Postseason Chances Remain Strong
NFC Playoff Picture Update: The Buccaneers saw their winning streak snapped Sunday in Dallas but still have several optimistic avenues to the postseason. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw their five-game winning streak come to an end on Sunday night in Dallas, but their playoff hopes are still very much alive.
Buccaneers Fall to Cowboys in Week 15
The Buccaneers dropped to 8-6 on Sunday when they fell, 26-20, to the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The Bucs went into halftime trailing, 17-6, but came on strong in the second half.
Hayward, Gobert lead Jazz past Grizzlies 82-73
Late in a physical, defensive showdown, the Utah Jazz discovered their 3-point shooting and broke open a close game. Gordon Hayward scored 22 points and Rudy Gobert had 21 points, 12 rebounds and three blocks, helping the Jazz beat the Memphis Grizzlies 82-73 on Sunday night.
Boswell’s 6 Field Goals Lead Steelers Over Bengals 24-20
The Steelers took control of the AFC North by doing a little bit of everything during a month-long winning streak: throwing it, running it, playing some steely defense. Their fifth straight victory came a whole new way.
No. 6 Kentucky, No. 7 UNC battle like Final Four contenders
Kentucky coach John Calipari figures the sixth-ranked Wildcats and seventh-ranked North Carolina are still sorting through what kind of teams they can be.
Vancouver Canucks Tie Game Late, Fall to Columbus in OT
The Vancouver Canucks overcame deficits of 2-0 and 3-2 to get the game to extra time, before Seth Jones scored the winner. Neither do the Columbus Blue Jackets, apparently.
Vancouver Canucks Tie Game Late, Fall to Columbus in OT
The Vancouver Canucks overcame deficits of 2-0 and 3-2 to get the game to extra time, before Seth Jones scored the winner. Neither do the Columbus Blue Jackets, apparently.
Mariota salvages miserable day, Titans’ playoff hopes
Marcus Mariota had never played in weather colder than 75 degrees during high school, and never in temperatures bellows 40 degrees during his college days at Oregon. So when he took the field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, and it was 1 degree with a wind chill of minus-9, perhaps it made sense the Tennessee Titans quarterback would get off to a chilly start.
Mariota salvages miserable day, Titans’ playoff hopes
Marcus Mariota had never played in weather colder than 75 degrees during high school, and never in temperatures bellows 40 degrees during his college days at Oregon. So when he took the field at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, and it was 1 degree with a wind chill of minus-9, perhaps it made sense the Tennessee Titans quarterback would get off to a chilly start.
Packers, Giants, Titans improve playoff hopes
The Packers are right back in the mix for an NFC North title thanks to a last-second win over the Bears and help from the Giants , who beat the Lions and put pressure on the Cowboys in the NFC East. The Chiefs temporarily lost control of their division championship hopes, and all three teams vying for first place in the AFC South got big wins.
Packers, Giants, Titans improve playoff hopes
The Packers are right back in the mix for an NFC North title thanks to a last-second win over the Bears and help from the Giants , who beat the Lions and put pressure on the Cowboys in the NFC East. The Chiefs temporarily lost control of their division championship hopes, and all three teams vying for first place in the AFC South got big wins.
Succop’s winning FG gives Titans 19-17 win over former team
Ryan Succop wasn’t offended when Titans coach Mike Mularkey elected to go for a 2-point conversion and the win Sunday rather than let him attempt the tying extra point against the Chiefs. The kicker who lost his job in Kansas City to an undrafted rookie in training camp a few years ago spoiled what was nearly a banner day for the Chiefs.
Succop’s winning FG gives Titans 19-17 win over former team
Ryan Succop wasn’t offended when Titans coach Mike Mularkey elected to go for a 2-point conversion and the win Sunday rather than let him attempt the tying extra point against the Chiefs. The kicker who lost his job in Kansas City to an undrafted rookie in training camp a few years ago spoiled what was nearly a banner day for the Chiefs.
OKC Thunder: Previewing the Thunder vs. the Atlanta Hawks
Atlanta has had at least 26 assists in six straight games. a The Thunder enters Monday’s game was the only team in the NBA scoring and allowing the same number of points per 100 possessions .
OKC Thunder: Previewing the Thunder vs. the Atlanta Hawks
Atlanta has had at least 26 assists in six straight games. a The Thunder enters Monday’s game was the only team in the NBA scoring and allowing the same number of points per 100 possessions .
Vikings defense shredded in backbreaking loss to Colts
The Minnesota Vikings have leaned on their ferocious, fiery defense all season long to hang around the playoff field in the NFC. Andrew Luck threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns, shredding the league’s second-ranked defense in the Indianapolis Colts’ 34-6 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.
Vikings defense shredded in backbreaking loss to Colts
The Minnesota Vikings have leaned on their ferocious, fiery defense all season long to hang around the playoff field in the NFC. Andrew Luck threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns, shredding the league’s second-ranked defense in the Indianapolis Colts’ 34-6 victory over the Vikings on Sunday.
Eagles’ decision to go for 2 gets them 1 disappointing loss
In a season filled with defeats, the Philadelphia Eagles were presented with the opportunity Sunday to pull off an upset. After rookie quarterback Carson Wentz ran for a touchdown to get Philadelphia to 27-26 with 4 seconds left, Pederson used his last timeout.
Eagles’ decision to go for 2 gets them 1 disappointing loss
In a season filled with defeats, the Philadelphia Eagles were presented with the opportunity Sunday to pull off an upset. After rookie quarterback Carson Wentz ran for a touchdown to get Philadelphia to 27-26 with 4 seconds left, Pederson used his last timeout.
Lions still control playoff fate despite loss to Giants
Coach Jim Caldwell and his players refuse to look that far ahead. After losing 17-6 to the Giants on Sunday, Detroit ‘s focus is solely on the Cowboys and their meeting in Dallas on Dec. 26. “I view it like I’ve viewed it all season long, like I’ve viewed it since I’ve been here,” Caldwell said.
Lions still control playoff fate despite loss to Giants
Coach Jim Caldwell and his players refuse to look that far ahead. After losing 17-6 to the Giants on Sunday, Detroit ‘s focus is solely on the Cowboys and their meeting in Dallas on Dec. 26. “I view it like I’ve viewed it all season long, like I’ve viewed it since I’ve been here,” Caldwell said.
Alistair Brownlee comes second in Sports Personality of the Year
Alistair and Jonny Brownlee with their Gold and Silver medals for the Men’s Triathlon at Fort Copacabana on the thirteenth day of the Rio Olympic Games, Brazil – Mike Egerton/PA Wire The gold medal triathlete, who runs for Bingley Harriers and is a former pupil of Bradford Grammar School, was beaten by Andy Murray, who claimed the title for the third time. This summer at the Rio Olympics Alistair became the first person to retain his Olympic triathlon title when he took gold in 1hr 45min 01sec at Copacabana Beach.
Alistair Brownlee comes second in Sports Personality of the Year
Alistair and Jonny Brownlee with their Gold and Silver medals for the Men’s Triathlon at Fort Copacabana on the thirteenth day of the Rio Olympic Games, Brazil – Mike Egerton/PA Wire The gold medal triathlete, who runs for Bingley Harriers and is a former pupil of Bradford Grammar School, was beaten by Andy Murray, who claimed the title for the third time. This summer at the Rio Olympics Alistair became the first person to retain his Olympic triathlon title when he took gold in 1hr 45min 01sec at Copacabana Beach.