This wasn’t a big win because the Cougars are good, but this was big because Illinois needs to finish 10-3 in the non-conference to really have a shot at the postseason. Tracy Abrams followed up his 31-point performance against Central Michigan with 15 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists night against the Cougars.
Day: December 18, 2016
F1 2016 review: Williams’ season goes downhill
Development of the FW40 has taken precedent, with little additional development done on the 2016 challenger than was scheduled before the season got under way. The inherent problem with stacking development onto next year’s project early is, if you’ve not quite got this one right, you look to be stumbling around in search of performance.
Giants vs. Lions: Everything you need to know about NFC showdown
The Giants will host the Lions on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in a crucial conference matchup with major playoff implications. Injuries : Left guard Justin Pugh will be back in the lineup for the first time since November after missing five games with a knee injury.
Maple Leafs manage rare feat in containing Penguins captain Sidney Crosby
Sidney Crosby was a nightmare for the Maple Leafs when they first met the defending Stanley Cup champions earlier this season. It would be a different story on Saturday evening.
Saints vs. Cardinals: What TV channel, time is today’s game on?
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees directs the play during the game between the New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Sunday, September 13, 2015.
Sunday Habs Headlines: Carey Price reaches 250 wins in the NHL
Our own Andrew Zadarnowski joined Habs Breakfast to talk Michael McCarron, Charlie Lindgren, Charles Hudon and much more [ TSN 690 ] People are still talking about how Carey Price was uncharacteristically angry after being pulled against the San Jose Sharks. [ Sportsnet ] Will Bitten is finding his scoring groove.
McParland approached over Director of Football vacancy
The set up of Birmingham City as a club could be about to change. Rangers assistant manager Frank McParland has been approached by the club about becoming Director of Football.
Derby (h) – Views from the bench
After the 2-2 draw with Derby County, a match that fulfilled our pre-match prediction as being the most anticipated in the Championship this weekend, both managers spoke to the media. Slavsa Jokanovic, who had seen his side end Derby county`s seven game winning run, wasn`t too endeared with the outcome of the game, remarking to the media, ‘I cannot be completely satisfied.
Suarez to end career at Barcelona
Luis Suarez and Barcelona have now officially agreed terms on a new contract. The 29-year-old’s new deal runs until the end of the 2020/2021 season with a newly inflated 200million buy-out clause inserted into his contract.
Everton Trio Commit Their Futures
On Friday evening Everton announced three contract extensions, two seniors and a starlet for the future. The two seniors signed up are Gareth Barry and Leighton Baines and the youngster was Mason Holgate.
Fulham 2 Derby County 2
The spoils were shared, at Craven Cottage, yesterday when Fulham and Derby County played out an entertaining 2-2 draw. Derby arrived in West London revitalised after the re-appointment of Steve McClaren as their boss winning their last seven Championship fixtures.
Australia in the pink, in the dark, at home
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Salvation Army radiothon hits $191G … and counting
Organizers of the Salvation Army of Greater Lowell’s radiothon extolled the generosity of the Merrimack Valley as they announced Saturday morning that they had blown past their fundraising goal. The annual charity event had set a goal of $150,000.
Shane Devoy and Justin Haywood lead Tuggeranong to Cricket ACT Gallop Cup title
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O’Hara’s Final Thoughts: Stafford watch
Stafford’s history: The guessing game on how Stafford will perform leading the Detroit Lions’ offense against the New York Giants today with an injured middle finger on his right hand is just that – a guessing game. What is not open to debate is the importance of the game.
5 things to watch: Lions at Giants
The Detroit Lions take on the New York Giants today in a matchup with huge playoff implications. The Lions are trying to keep their distance from Green Bay and Minnesota in the NFC North, while New York attempts to keep pace with the first-place Dallas Cowboys in the NFC East.
Rahul falls after dominant ton
… ry in the field – but to no avail. Watch day four of the fifth Test between India and England in Chennai, live on Sky Sports 2 from 3.45am on Monday.
Avs allows back-to-back goals early in third in loss at Jets
The Avs generated hardly any offense in the first two periods and then surrendered goals 69 seconds apart off bad turnovers early in the third, eventually falling 4-1 to the Winnipeg Jets at MTS Centre. “Right now it’s major breakdowns that are hurting us,” said Jarome Iginla, who had Colorado’s goal late in the third.
Connor McDavid shootout hero as Edmonton Oilers top Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2
Connor McDavid scored the shootout winner as the Edmonton Oilers emerged with a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday. Milan Lucic and Leon Draisaitl scored in regulation time for the Oilers , who have won two of their last three games.
No. 24 USC rallies to beat Troy to improve to 10 0
Jordan McLaughlin scored 19 points, including a go-ahead floater in the lane with 48 seconds left, and No. 24 Southern California remained undefeated with an 82-77 comeback victory over Troy on Saturday night.
Kevin Durant leads Warriors rout against Trail Blazers
Kevin Durant scored 34 points in another efficient performance from the floor, Stephen Curry added 19 points with five 3-pointers and the Golden State Warriors quickly ran away from the overmatched Portland Trail Blazers in a 135-90 win Saturday night. Durant shot 11 for 13 with four 3s in his seventh 30-point game and also pulled down 11 rebounds in nearly 31 minutes.
Adrian Peterson off injured reserve, set to start for Vikes
The Vikings activated their star player from injured reserve Saturday, according to an official announcement from the club. Defensive tackle Toby Johnson was waived in a corresponding move.
Joe Smith Jr. stops 51 year old Bernard Hopkins in 8th round
Joe Smith Jr. stopped Bernard Hopkins 53 seconds into the eighth round of their WBC international light heavyweight title fight Saturday night. Smith used a six-punch combination to send Hopkins through the ropes and on to the floor, effectively ending the 51-year-old’s 28-year boxing career.
Rockets rally for 10th straight win, stun Wolves in OT
Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns puts up a shot over Houston Rockets forward Ryan Anderson during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Minneapolis. Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns puts up a shot over Houston Rockets forward Ryan Anderson during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in Minneapolis.
Jets’ Petty leaves with chest injury, having CT scan
New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. Miami recovered the ball on the play. New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty walks off the field after an injury during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Jets quarterback was knocked out of New York’s 34-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Saturday night on the first play of the fourth quarter when he got sandwiched by Cameron Wake and Ndamukong Suh as he completed a 28-yard pass down the right sideline to Robby Anderson.
Lunch report Day3: KL Rahul, Parthiv Patel spoil England’s party at Chennai
With a chance to exploit cloudy conditions in Chennai, England skipper Alastair Cook opened the bowling on Day Three with spinner Liam Dawson and Stuart Broad. Indian openers, who got off to a steady start late on Day Two, batted with much control and built a near-perfect launch pad for the middle order to lambast their opponents, adding 152 for the first wicket.
No. 24 USC rallies to beat Troy to improve to 10-0
Troy forward Juan Davis, Jr., right, pushes Southern California guard Elijah Stewart, bottom, down while battling for the rebound with forward Nick Rakocevic during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Los Angeles, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. less Troy forward Juan Davis, Jr., right, pushes Southern California guard Elijah Stewart, bottom, down while battling for the rebound with forward Nick Rakocevic during the first half of an NCAA college basketball … more Troy guard Wesley Person, right, drives the ball past Southern California guard De’Anthony Melton during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Los Angeles, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016.
Australia vs Pakistan, 2nd Test: Shaun Marsh doubtful for Boxing Day Test
Australian top-order batsman Shaun Marsh is unlikely to fit for the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan , thus paving way for another opportunity for Nic Maddinson . Marsh, who broke his finger during Australia’s loss to South Africa in the first Test of the three-match series at the WACA last month, has not played since then and Cricket Australia’s team performance chief, Pat Howard, said it was “highly unlikely” Marsh would be passed fit for the second game against Pakistan.
Mistakes, bad decisions doom Jets in loss to Dolphins
New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. Miami recovered the ball on the play. less New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East … more New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles, right, greets Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase at mid field after an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Dolphins won 34-13.
St. Louis Blues Morning Links: Blues Blackened By Hawks
Good morning Blues fans. A rare thing happened, coincidentally with something not so rare.
Undefeated Vijender Singh eyes new title next year
New Delhi: The WBO Asia-Pacific title won and defended successfully, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh will now be on the prowl for a new belt and could be challenging for the Commonwealth or the Oriental crown in the next couple of months. Up against Tanzania’s former world champion Francis Cheka in his Super Middleweight title defence clash last night, Vijender took less than 10 minutes to score a knockout win and remain undefeated in his professional career, which is eight fights old now.
New Orleans Bowl: Southern Miss pulls away late to secure a 28-21 win over Louisiana-Lafayette
Louisiana-Lafayette quarterback Anthony Jennings dives across the goal line to score a touchdown against Southern Mississippi during the New Orleans Bowl NCAA college football game in New Orleans, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. Southern Mississippi utilized a record-breaking day by wide receiver Allenzae Staggers and a couple long drives in the second half to pull off a 28-21 victory over Louisiana-lafayette in the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl on Saturday night at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
EPL: Diego Costa scores again in Chelsea’s record win against Crystal Palace
London: Chelsea equalled a club-record run of 11 consecutive league victories with a 1-0 win at Crystal Palace that strengthened their lead in the Premier League table. Exactly a year on from sacking Jose Mourinho for overseeing such a poor defence of their title, the Blues went nine points clear of closest challengers Liverpool and Arsenal with a goal from the rejuvenated Diego Costa.
Carlos Moya joins Rafael Nadal’s coaching team
Madrid: Carlos Moya, retired former world number one, joined the coaching team of tennis player Rafael Nadal to guide the Spaniard along with Toni Nadal and Francis Roig. Rafael said in a statement on Saturday that he feels great joy to announce that his compatriot Carlos has joined his coaching team, Efe news reported.
Wald has career night, but Beavers fall 86-63
Sean Arbaut/Minot State athletics Minot State’s Diondra Denton takes a 3-point shot during a women’s college basketball game on Saturday at the MSU Dome. A career-high 23 points from sophomore guard Madison Wald wasn’t enough to lead the Minot State women’s basketball team to a victory Saturday.
Purdue women win sixth straight, top Eastern Michigan 77-50
The Purdue women’s basketball team rolled to its sixth straight win Saturday, posting a 77-50 victory over visiting Eastern Michigan at Mackey Arena. The Boilermaker seniors had a big day as Bridget Perry led the team with 19 points, seven rebounds and three steals, while Ashley Morrissette joined the 1,000-career point club at Purdue, becoming the 30th player in program history to hit the mark.
No. 18 Butler holds off late comeback to beat No. 9 Indiana
Butler coach Chris Holtmann spent most of the last two weeks trying to get his team to play its old style. Senior forward Andrew Chrabascz recommended using an inbound play with 15.6 seconds left and Tyler Lewis found Tyler Wideman for a dunk to help No.
Bombs away
Sean Arbaut/Minot State athletics Minot State’s Russ Davis drives to the lane during a men’s college basketball game on Saturday. Like every other Minot State men’s basketball game this season, junior guard Russ Davis took the court Saturday feeling confident he could be a scoring threat from long range.