Reframing the Rondo Benching

For the first time since March 31, 2007, Rajon Rondo will come off the bench rather than start a game. Prior to the Chicago Bulls New Year’s Eve showdown against the Milwaukee Bucks , Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg told reporters that he would start Michael Carter-Williams at point guard over Rondo who has started in every game he has played in this season with the Bulls.

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand has 10 goals and

Bruins’ Brad Marchand stands up to Twitter user who used homophobic slur Marchand says this struck home because he has a “few friends that are in same-sex relationships.” Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2hDYIL5 BOSTON – Bruins winger Brad Marchand is standing up to a Twitter user who attacked him with a homophobic slur.

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand has 10 goals and

Bruins’ Brad Marchand stands up to Twitter user who used homophobic slur Marchand says this struck home because he has a “few friends that are in same-sex relationships.” Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2hDYIL5 BOSTON – Bruins winger Brad Marchand is standing up to a Twitter user who attacked him with a homophobic slur.

Porzingis out for Knicks against Rockets

New York center Kristaps Porzingis will miss the Knicks’ game Saturday night against the Houston Rockets because of a sore Achilles tendon. Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek said he was dealing with the problem before Friday night’s game against New Orleans.

Porzingis out for Knicks against Rockets

New York center Kristaps Porzingis will miss the Knicks’ game Saturday night against the Houston Rockets because of a sore Achilles tendon. Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek said he was dealing with the problem before Friday night’s game against New Orleans.

LSU defender Arden Key (49) brings down Louisville

LSU shuts down Jackson, Cards Louisville offense stymied in 29-9 loss in Citrus Bowl Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://cjky.it/2iQqkKR U of L head coach Bobby Petrino said his team “got beat by a good football team” in LSU at the Citrus Bowl. Louisville’s Brandon Radcliff avoids an an LSU defender during second half action in the Citrus Bowl.

LSU defender Arden Key (49) brings down Louisville

LSU shuts down Jackson, Cards Louisville offense stymied in 29-9 loss in Citrus Bowl Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://cjky.it/2iQqkKR U of L head coach Bobby Petrino said his team “got beat by a good football team” in LSU at the Citrus Bowl. Louisville’s Brandon Radcliff avoids an an LSU defender during second half action in the Citrus Bowl.

Vikings promote former Gophers WR Fruechte

The Minnesota Vikings have added wide receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster for his NFL debut in the season finale, after placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve Vikings promote former Gophers WR Fruechte The Minnesota Vikings have added wide receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster for his NFL debut in the season finale, after placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iQKdBk EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – The Minnesota Vikings have added wide receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster for his NFL debut in the season finale, after placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve.

Vikings promote former Gophers WR Fruechte

The Minnesota Vikings have added wide receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster for his NFL debut in the season finale, after placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve Vikings promote former Gophers WR Fruechte The Minnesota Vikings have added wide receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster for his NFL debut in the season finale, after placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iQKdBk EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. – The Minnesota Vikings have added wide receiver Isaac Fruechte to the active roster for his NFL debut in the season finale, after placing safety Andrew Sendejo on injured reserve.

The Latest: Ohio State’s Durbin misses 47-yard FG

Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson warms up prior to the team’s Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal against Ohio State, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson warms up prior to the team’s Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal against Ohio State, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz.

The Latest: Ohio State’s Durbin misses 47-yard FG

Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson warms up prior to the team’s Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal against Ohio State, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson warms up prior to the team’s Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal against Ohio State, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz.

New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning

As we say goodbye to 2016 and transition into the new year, I think it’d be appropriate to make a list of New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning . Though the season isn’t past the halfway point yet, there are still adjustments that can be made and changes in the way the team handles different opponents.

New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning

As we say goodbye to 2016 and transition into the new year, I think it’d be appropriate to make a list of New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning . Though the season isn’t past the halfway point yet, there are still adjustments that can be made and changes in the way the team handles different opponents.

Saints promote Taveze Calhoun, place Ken Crawley on injured reserve

New Orleans Saints cornerback Ken Crawley breaks up a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver J.J. Nelson during the game between the New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Sunday, December 18, 2016. (Photo by Michael DeMocker, NOLA.com With cornerback Ken Crawley suffering a knee injury in practice Wednesday, the Saints turned to their practice squad for reinforcements Saturday.

Howden happy to sign with Tampa Bay Lightning

… they’re telling me how I can improve my game, how I can help the team and what’s coming ahead.” Randy Palmer is a sports reporter with the Moose Jaw Times-Herald. You can reach him at 306-692-1257, by email at sports@mjtimes.sk.ca or on Twitter …

Howden happy to sign with Tampa Bay Lightning

… they’re telling me how I can improve my game, how I can help the team and what’s coming ahead.” Randy Palmer is a sports reporter with the Moose Jaw Times-Herald. You can reach him at 306-692-1257, by email at sports@mjtimes.sk.ca or on Twitter …

Lakers: Best and Worst of 2016

April 13, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant is hugged by team mates after scoring a basket against Utah Jazz during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports This year was a year of ups and downs-and more downs-for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers: Best and Worst of 2016

April 13, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant is hugged by team mates after scoring a basket against Utah Jazz during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports This year was a year of ups and downs-and more downs-for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Premier League goals

Watch all the goals from New Year’s Eve games in the Premier League, including wins for Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United. Chelsea matched Arsenal’s record for the most consecutive Premier League wins in a season with a thrilling 4-2 victory against Stoke on New Year’s Eve.

Premier League goals

Watch all the goals from New Year’s Eve games in the Premier League, including wins for Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United. Chelsea matched Arsenal’s record for the most consecutive Premier League wins in a season with a thrilling 4-2 victory against Stoke on New Year’s Eve.

Koscielny: We were comfortable

… as complacency had started to set in. “It was a hard game, as West Brom played very well,” Koscielny told Sky Sports . “They tried to play on the counter attack, which made it difficult. We were more incisive, and physically we were better than the …

Koscielny: We were comfortable

… as complacency had started to set in. “It was a hard game, as West Brom played very well,” Koscielny told Sky Sports . “They tried to play on the counter attack, which made it difficult. We were more incisive, and physically we were better than the …

Robson-Kanu’s stunner

See West Brom striker Hal Robson-Kanu mark his first start for the club with a spectacular first goal since his move to The Hawthorns in their 2-1 win at Southampton. Until now, the Wales international has had to make do with a place on the Midlands club’s bench and had made 13 appearances previously as a substitute.

Robson-Kanu’s stunner

See West Brom striker Hal Robson-Kanu mark his first start for the club with a spectacular first goal since his move to The Hawthorns in their 2-1 win at Southampton. Until now, the Wales international has had to make do with a place on the Midlands club’s bench and had made 13 appearances previously as a substitute.

Divers assembled in search for missing plane with 6 aboard

A dive team was assembled in Cleveland on Saturday to begin recovery efforts for a small plane carrying six people that disappeared over Lake Erie near Cleveland’s shores. Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson expressed condolences to the family and friends of those who lost loved ones, as the city took over from the U.S. Coast Guard after an extensive search effort ended in disappointment.