Michael Beasley scores 28 points on 11-18 shooting with five rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals to lead the Bucks over the Spurs 109-107.
Month: January 2017
Wolves snap Rockets’ win streak at nine games
Andrew Wiggins scored 28 points, Karl-Anthony Towns had 23 points and 18 rebounds, and Shabazz Muhammad scored 20 Wednesday night to help the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Houston Rockets 119-105. Wiggins carried Minnesota early, scoring 15 first-quarter points as the Wolves opened up an 11-point lead.
Westbrook’s 18th triple-double leads Thunder past Grizzlies
Russell Westbrook posted his 18th triple-double of the season, and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 103-95 on Wednesday night . Westbrook finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds and 12 assists for the 55th triple-double of his career.
Thomas scores 38, Celtics pull away to beat Wizards
Isaiah Thomas scored 20 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter and the Boston Celtics pulled away late for a 117-108 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night . Al Horford added 16 points and nine rebounds, Jae Crowder scored 20 and Terry Rozier had 11 for the Celtics, who won for the fifth time in six games and ended Washington’s three-game winning streak.
Messi free kick puts Barcelona in Copa del Rey quarterfinals
Lionel Messi came through for Barcelona again, scoring with a perfectly struck free kick to give the defending champions a 3-1 win over Athletic Bilbao and a spot in the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday. Messi fired a remarkable low strike into the right corner in the 78th minute at Camp Nou to help the Catalan club reverse a 2-1 first-leg loss and advance 4-3 on aggregate.
Madrid to rest Ronaldo in Copa del Rey match against Sevilla
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane will not use Cristiano Ronaldo in the second leg against Sevilla in the Copa del Rey on Thursday. Zidane will also rest Luka Modric when Madrid tries to defend a 3-0 win from the first leg.
Rams talk with Sean McVay again – will they name a coach Thursday?
Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Sean McVay talks with nose tackle Kedric Golston as they walk to practice last June. Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Sean McVay talks with nose tackle Kedric Golston as they walk to practice last June.
Tulsa’s Etou with career-best double-double, beats Memphis
Junior Etou had career-highs of 23 points and 13 rebounds, and Tulsa closed on a 16-5 run to beat Memphis 81-71 on Wednesday night. Memphis had its last lead, 66-65, with 4:40 to play before Etou’s layup sparked the Golden Hurricane’s final run.
Drake takes out Indiana State 87-70 using balanced scoring
Ore Arogundade scored 15 points, Billy Wampler had 14, and T.J. Thomas added 12 points as Drake beat Indiana State 87-70 on Wednesday night. Wampler’s 3 broke a 30-all tie and was the beginning of a 12-3 Drake run to close the first half.
Isaiah Thomas scores 20 in the 4th, Celtics beat Wizards 117-108
The story line won’t be that Boston beat a surging Washington team after a heartbreak loss in Toronto the night before. It won’t be that they won against a quality opponent with Avery Bradley , Amir Johnson , Jaylen Brown , Tyler Zeller , and James Young .
Vance Joseph named head coach of Broncos
Denver Broncos general manager John Elway talks about the resignation of head coach Gary Kubiak during a news conference at the UC Health Training Center on Jan. 2 in Denver. John Elway was hopeful he could get one of those “bright young guys” as the Broncos’ next head coach – one who could revamp the offense, improve an already elite defense and be the leader the team needed to get back to the playoffs.
Southampton has 1-0 edge over Liverpool in League Cup semis
Liverpool endured more cup frustration when Southampton won the first leg of their League Cup semifinal 1-0 on Wednesday. Nathan Redmond capitalized on a mistake by Ragnar Klavan to score the only goal in the 20th minute and Southampton could rue not building a stronger lead to take to Anfield in two weeks’ time.
Andy Murray became the first player to win the title at Queen’s Club five times in 2016
Sir Andy Murray has committed to playing in the Aegon Championships at Queen’s Club for the rest of his career. The world number one became the first man ever to win five titles at the Wimbledon warm-up tournament this summer when he defeated Milos Raonic in the final.
Adrian Granat Faces Alexander Dimitrenko, Wants Helenius
IBF Intl heavyweight champion Adrian Granat defends the title against Alexander Dimitrenko at the Baltic Hall in Malmoe on March 18 in a fight that headlines EC Boxings first show in Sweden. The fight will need approval from the Martial Arts Delegation.
Mayweather Grilled on Domestic Violence By ‘SportsCenter’ Co-Hosts
… how do, I mean, I don’t think you’re studying every fighter,” Mayweather said. “I don’t think so. ESPN is all about sports, so you guys check out all type of sports, and I think domestic violence goes on every day. Do I approve of it? Absolutely …
Oilers recall Khaira, Brossoit from AHL Condors, send down Lander, Gustavsson
Forward Jujhar Khaira and goaltender Laurent Brossoit were recalled by the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday from the American Hockey League’s Bakersfield Condors. Khaira, 22, has appeared in 24 games with the Condors this season, posting 18 points , 24 penalty minutes and a plus-2 rating.
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Six months after his last news conference, President-elect Donald Trump is expected to answer reporters’ questions on Russia’s role in election year hacking and how he will cut his business ties. In a combative and freewheeling news conference, President-elect Donald Trump said for the first time Wednesday that he accepts Russia was behind the election year hacking of Democrats that roiled the White House race…. The man accused of killing nine parishioners at a downtown Charleston church in 2015 was formally sentenced to death Wednesday.
Buffalo Bills agree to hire Sean McDermott as coach
… the right to opt out of the deal by March. Potentially complicating matters, Taylor had surgery last week to repair a sports hernia. Next season’s portion of the contract, worth about $30 million including bonuses, is guaranteed if Taylor is unable …
The Pros and Cons of Trevor Plouffe on the Oakland A’s
The Oakland A’s added another short-term veteran on Tuesday, signing infielder Trevor Plouffe to a one-year, $5 million contract. The move was rumored a week ago, and at the time I was not in favor of the idea.
Still got game? Ice Cube, Iverson back 3-on-3 hoops league
Now, he’s going to make it happen. The rapper turned entertainment mogul is starting a 3-on-3 league for former professional basketball players.
B Grade changes in place
B grade will have a new look competition this week as the C grade teams make their debut in the higher division of the Grampians Cricket Association B grade will have a new look competition this week as the C grade teams make their debut in the higher division of the Grampians Cricket Association. Halls Gap and Willaura will field teams in the B grade competition after the C grade cricket competition was dissolved.
D.C. mayor invites all 535 members of Congress for a drink – to toast David Rubenstein
At the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, on February 15, 2016. David M. Rubenstein, who made a gift of 18.5 million to renovate the monument, will be presented with a key to the city Thursday by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Scot McCloughan is on the clock in crucial third offseason with Redskins
Redskins general manager Scot McCloughan has decisions to make about Kirk Cousins, two 1,000-yard receivers and defensive free agents. The first two years for Washington’s general manager were marked by two average drafts and too many failed free agents.
Must See Must Do: Holiday Hangover trivia, Space After Dark (for…
An adult Space After Dark night teams space art and some good ale at Space Foundation Discovery Center on Friday night. – Cure that holiday hangover with a dose of trivia competition to benefit the Empty Stocking Fund .
Three-star defensive tackle Austin Faoliu decommits from Arizona
The 2017 recruiting class for the Arizona Wildcats takes another blow after three-star defensive tackle Austin Faoliu announced he was decommitting from the program on his Twitter account Wednesday afternoon. Arizona picked up a commitment from him in September just a few days after being offered.
In curling, the ice has it
… W. Stevenson Road, Ottawa. The event will correspond with “Curling Night in America,” a two-hour telecast on the NBC Sports Network, the first of a nine-hour series that will run roughly once a week through St. Patrick’s Day. “We’re trying to reach …
St. Patrick-St. Vincent High girls basketball team routs Gateway of San Francisco,
The St. Patrick-St. Vincent High girls basketball team routed Gateway of San Francisco, 92-11, during a nonleague game in San Francisco.
Vance Joseph has intelligence, alpha mentality to guide Broncos to titles
Vance Joseph, then-Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator, responds to a question during a news conference, Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, in Davie, Fla. Vance Joseph’s name isn’t etched in the grandeur of Colorado Buffaloes football history.
2017 Maine Sports Hall of Fame class revealed
The 2017 Maine Sports Hall of Fame class was revealed Tuesday, and features several big names from the state’s sports history. Among the elected are current Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown, racing powerhouse Bob Bahre, former Olympian Ian Crocker among others.
UFC: Floyd Mayweather sets terms for Conor McGregor fight
Floyd Mayweather has given Conor McGregor a startling ultimatum following the Irishman’s demand of a US$100 million purse for a boxing match between the pair. Mayweather challenged McGregor and the UFC to close the deal and make the fight happen during a recent appearance on ESPN ‘s First Take.
Wichita native will be a Jeopardy!a contestant
He was a prominent part of the Scholar’s Bowl teams at both Blessed Sacrament and Kapaun Mount Carmel, of which he is a Class of 2006 alumnus. Hesse, who is a Navy Reserve officer based in San Diego, will be one of three contestants to compete on “Jeopardy!” on Friday afternoon – he’ll be the one in full Navy service dress blues.
Man convicted in connection with swimmer’s 1989 death gets bail
Glen Crossley, 46, is shown in a Montreal police handout photo. He is charged with manslaughter in the death of Albert Arsenault, 70, in 2016.
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One and Two’
USA TODAY’s top 100 books of 2016 J.K. Rowling is No. 1 for the year with ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.’
Fiorentina beats Chievo in Italian Cup with late penalty
Federico Bernardeschi converted a penalty in stoppage time to give Fiorentina a 1-0 victory over Chievo Verona on Wednesday and a place in the Italian Cup quarterfinals Fiorentina’ Mauro Zarate goes for the ball during the Italian Cup soccer match between Fiorentina and Chievo Verona at the Artemio Franchi stadium in Florence, Italy, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017. ROME – Federico Bernardeschi converted a penalty in stoppage time to give Fiorentina a 1-0 victory over Chievo Verona on Wednesday and a place in the Italian Cup quarterfinals.
Michigan State Basketball: Game preview, prediction vs. Minnesota
Minnesota comes to town on Wednesday night, eying revenge. Michigan State took down the Golden Gophers just two weeks ago in Minneapolis in a one-point overtime contest.
Michigan State Basketball: Score predictions vs. Minnesota
After losing its first Big Ten game of the year, Michigan State is looking to rebound and stay atop the conference standings with a win over Minnesota on Wednesday. The students are back on campus and the Izzone should be rocking for this home matchup, which could play a key role in the Spartans’ performance.
Boudreau tests his vets, team by giving them Wednesday off
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Wide-ranging news conference finds Trump confident, combative and optimistic
Wide-ranging news conference finds Trump confident, combative and optimistic It was the president-elect’s first formal news conference since July. Check out this story on demingheadlight.com: http://usat.ly/2ijgxPU Sean Spicer, the incoming White House Press Secretary for Donald Trump, opened up the President-elect’s first press conference by bashing the news organizations who published the unverified reports on information allegedly obtained by Russia.
Youth not holding back the Knights
Along with Odom, freshman Chase Ellis is making a big impact for St. Francis, averaging 14.9 points and 8.3 rebounds per game. ALPHARETTA, Ga.- St. Francis boys basketball head coach Drew Catlett wasn’t sure what to expect at the outset of this season.
Winter Fly Fishing Florida
Saltwater fly fishing isn’t always about sun-baked flats kissed by light winds, and bathed by sparkling warm water and battalions of tailing fish. Sometimes Florida fly fishers have to literally run for cover once December cold front winds arrive.