… we’re going to get Shaq or Hakeem Olajuwon to add to the fake news that’s out there. This whole fake news thing? Sports started it.” – Stan Van Gundy, responding to a trade rumor “He ain’t gonna pull anything from anybody on All-Star weekend, unless …
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When Seattle won the title Dec. 10, it was the most recent example of a sports team from the Queen City following a Stumptown club to the top of the mountain. The best known example, of course, is the NBA.
Boxing: Jerwin Ancajas puts world title on the line January 29 vs Mexican foe
The search continues for Manny Pacquiao’s heir. If things fall into place, that next person in line might be Jerwin Ancajas.
Late three-pointer wins it for Oregon
Dillon Brooks hit a three-pointer with 0.8 seconds left to give No. 21 Oregon an 89-87 victory over No.
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The Oregon Ducks lead Wake Forest by 19 points in the third quarter of the Independence Bowl – but lose 39-35 at Shreveport, La. The loss leaves Oregon stunned and coach Rich Brooks at 6-6 for the season.
Former Yorkshire coach Jason Gillespie will be an assistant with the Australian T20 side
Jason Gillespie will join the Australia coaching staff as an assistant for the upcoming Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka, Cricket Australia has announced. The former Yorkshire coach, now with the Adelaide Strikers of the Big Bash League, will work alongside Justin Langer who will serve as the head coach.
Festive traditions now long gone
… But, rather than providing for the poor, the Roman collections went on gambling at their Winter Festival games and sports. The Roman collecting boxes were made from rough earthenware, with a slit to drop the coins through. Interestingly, some …
Watkins won’t play this year
UALR Coach Wes Flanigan has waited more than a year for Dayshawn Watkins to make his debut for the Trojans. The anticipation isn’t ending any time soon.
Today in History: Dec. 29, 2016
On Dec. 29, 1916, James Joyce’s first novel, “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man,” was first published in book form in New York after being serialized in London. In 1170, Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury, was slain in Canterbury Cathedral by knights loyal to King Henry II.
Rebecca Judd shares video of flooded street in Melbourne’s Brighton …
‘Left the house in disarray!’: Rebecca Judd shares video of flooded street in Melbourne’s Brighton as she makes her way to a wedding And AFL WAG Rebecca Judd took to Instagram to share a video of a flooded street in the beachside suburb of Brighton. ‘Left the house in disarray!’ the 33-year-old wrote in the comments section before adding that she was making her way wedding in the midst of chaos.
Parade nixed, victory scored for food bank
The Cleveland Browns and their fans were jubilant Saturday when the team beat the San Diego Chargers, thus avoiding the ignominy of a winless season. That, in turn, led to a victory for a Cleveland food bank and the local residents who need its help.
Racing Tips: Kalane can deliver at Doncaster
Trained in Newmarket by Amy Murphy, having previously been in the care of Charlie Longsdon, the seven-year-old mare is already a Listed winner over hurdles. But she is also going along nicely over fences and did more than enough at this track on December 10 to warrant support at the same grade.
Cricket: Neil Broom makes the most of his second chance
Neil Broom needed to shine against Bangladesh in the one-day international absence of regular New Zealand No.4 Ross Taylor. Broom anchored the Black Caps innings with 109 runs off 107 balls, surpassing his best of 71 batting at No.6 against the same opposition at Napier in 2010.
NSW holiday drowning toll up to nine since Christmas, two people still missing
Nine people have died from drowning in NSW since Christmas, while teenager Tui Gallaher is one of two missing swimmers. The mother of the teenager missing, feared drowned at Maroubra Beach in Sydney’s east, says she will never get over the loss of her son.
In-depth look: Salem’s home run
… San Diego Padres, Texas Rangers, Colorado Rockies and Houston Astros. Currently playing in Salem are the Fenway Sports Management-owned Salem Red Sox, a Class A Advanced Affiliate of the Boston Red Sox that plays in the Carolina League. Like rungs …
A-League Week 13 Odds Preview: Sydney FC vs. Brisbane Matchup Highlights Slate
Having secured the record for the most games unbeaten to start an A-League season, Sydney FC can become the first team ever to enter the New Year without a loss should they continue their remarkable run against the Brisbane Roar on Friday night at Stadium. Sydney surpassed the Adelaide side of the 2010-11 campaign in moving to 12 games without a loss with a 4-0 rout of the Reds on Boxing Day.
Arizona Diamondbacks: Starting Rotation is the Biggest Key in 2017
The Arizona Diamondbacks were one of the more disappointing MLB stories in 2016, and three starting pitchers may be their biggest 2017 keys to success. After winning the National League West Division crown in the 2011 season, the Arizona Diamondbacks fell to a .500 finish in each of the next two seasons.
George fined for ‘little brother’ comment
THE NBA fined Indiana Pacers forward Paul George and head coach Nate McMillan on Wednesday over their comments criticising league officials in the wake of the team’s loss to Chicago on Monday. George, who was fined $15,000, was anticipating such a move even as he voice his frustration after the game.
Rebels seek Mountain West win at Colorado State
UNLV Runnin’ Rebels UNLV guard Jovan Mooring puts up the ball against Kansas defenders Landen Lucas and Frank Mason III at the Thomas Winning on the road in conference play is almost never easy, but UNLV should have more than a puncher’s chance tonight at Colorado State in the Mountain West opener for both teams. There probably won’t be a better time to play the Rams this season, as they’re currently on a three-game losing streak while coach Larry Eustachy tries to figure out his rotation.
Unbeaten Kennedy handles High Point, takes title at Route 175 Classic
… rez said. “As long as we keep improving, we can go some places.” Dillon Mullan contributes to The Early Lead and D.C. Sports Bog and covers high school sports for The Washington Post.
Oxon Hill track teammates dominate 500 meters at F.I.T. Invitational
Gary Ross, front pushes ahead of Oxon Hill teammate Aaron Robinson in the 500 meters Wednesday at the Prince George’s County Sports and Learning Complex. The track coaches at Oxon Hill could regularly pit seniors Aaron Robinson and Gary Ross against each other at meets.
Chloe Chapman, Lindsey Pulliam lift Good Counsel in Title IX tournament
Senior Lindsey Pulliam led No. 20 Good Counsel with 19 points, but she didn’t mind not being called on to take the game-winning shot in the Falcons’ 60-56 victory over No.
Wall scores 36 points as Wizards hold off Pacers, 111-105
John Wall had 36 points and 11 rebounds, and the Washington Wizards held off the Indiana Pacers 111-105 on Wednesday night despite playing the second half without Bradley Beal. Otto Porter Jr. added 22 points for Washington and Wall finished one assist shy of his first triple-double of the season.
Goff has chance to avoid 0-7 rookie year as Rams’ starter
Goff has chance to avoid 0-7 rookie year as Rams’ starter Jared Goff is down to his final chance to end his rookie season as a winning quarterback Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iGpX5h THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – Jared Goff is down to his last chance to end his rookie season as a winning quarterback.
Walker, Batum lead Hornets to 120-101 win over Magic
Kemba Walker scored 21 points, Nicolas Batum had 20 and the Charlotte Hornets used a huge third quarter to rout the Orlando Magic 120-101 on Wednesday night. Jeremy Lamb added 14 points and Ramon Sessions scored 13 off the bench as the Hornets won for the fourth time in five games.
US players announce departure of union counsel
Players for the U.S. women’s national team have announced that attorney Rich Nichols will no longer serve as the union’s counsel in contract negotiations with the U.S. Soccer Federation. The players’ contract is set to expire Sunday.
Pelicans’ coach Gentry ejected vs. Clippers
Gentry was called for back-to-back technical fouls in the second quarter while arguing a shooting foul called against Jrue Holiday, while the Pelicans guard was defending Clippers guard Chris Paul behind the 3-point line. Paul appeared to swing the ball through Holiday’s outstretched hand and then go up for a shot as official Lauren Holtkamp blew the whistle.
Parker scores 31 points as Bucks beat Pistons 119-94
Jabari Parker scored 31 points and Giannis Antetokuompo added 23 points and eight rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Detroit Pistons 119-94 on Wednesday night. Greg Monroe added 14 points, six assists and five rebounds against his former team to help the Bucks win for the second time in five games.
South Bay Wrestling Preview: Young Mira Costa has eyes on CIF-SS finals
Mira Costa High School’s team full of young wrestlers last season grappled to the brink of a second consecutive CIF Southern Section championship before falling just short. Mira Costa fell to Shadow Hills in the 2015 final, but had about eight underclassmen in its lineup throughout the season, winning the Bay League with an undefeated dual-meet record.
Hagelin helps Penguins rally past Hurricanes
Carl Hagelin scored with 4:15 remaining and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied to beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Wednesday night. Hagelin got his fifth of the season and second in two games off a feed from Patric Hornqvist.
Scully’s swan song season a memorable one
Vin Scully’s final year of broadcasting brought smiles, tears and unforgettable poignant memories … and that was just in the announcing booth. Since Harry Truman was president, every generation of Dodgers fans adored Scully.
Francis Perron scores go-ahead goal, Binghamton downs Toronto 3-1
Chris Driedger made 25 saves and Francis Perron put his team ahead for good as the Binghamton Senators downed the visiting Toronto Marlies 3-1 on Wednesday in American Hockey League action. Kasperi Kapanen made it 1-0 for the Marlies at 17:21 of the first period, but Ben Harpur responded for Ottawa’s AHL partner a little over a minute later to tie it after 20 minutes.
DeSean Jackson Looking Forward To Testing The Free Agent Market
DeSean Jackson is set to become a free agent after the season. He is looking forward to playing market in the offseason.
Former No. 1 Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at 29
Ana Ivanovic retired from tennis at age 29 Wednesday, ending a career in which she was ranked No. 1 in 2008 but can no longer play at the highest level because of injuries.
Former Tour de France champ Wiggins retires from cycling
Bradley Wiggins announced his retirement from cycling on Wednesday, ending an illustrious career in which he won a British-record eight Olympic medals and became his country’s first winner of the Tour de France. FILE – In this Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016 file photo, former Tour de France winner and Olympic Gold medalist Britain’s Bradley Wiggins greets spectators prior to competing in the six day race at the Kuipke velodrome in Ghent, Belgium, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016.
Middle Tennessee dismisses 2 assistant football coaches
Clear Creek volleyball’s run to state finals, unique quirks make Wildcats the county’s No. 1 team of 2016 It was another great year for Galveston County sports, and with 2016 coming to a close, The Daily News’ sports page is taking some time to look back on some of the highlights.
Activism is OK, as long as you’re not talking about race
… as a means of achieving political or other goals, sometimes by demonstrations, protests, etc.” High-profile sports figures like Brady and Harbaugh often are reluctant to join activists in the area of race, the battleground for the Ross Initiative in …
Doug Martin Suspended for Violating NFL’s Drug Policy
But before they can start selling on Thursday- they… — Barbara Briley had stopped at an Exxon gas station in Virginia for directions on Christmas Eve. Shortly thereafter, she disappeared.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin suspended four games for violating NFL substance abuse policy
A season that began for Doug Martin with a five-year, $35 million deal including $15 million guaranteed will end with a four-game suspension for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy.
Three Teens Rescued From Capsized Boat off Florida Keys
Three teens were rescued off the coast of the Florida Keys Tuesday after their boat capsized, according to authorities. The teens — identified by officials… On Wednesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a firm rebuke of U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry’s condemnation of Israeli settleme… As we look back over the 2016 year in food and agriculture, it is tempting to think that the food label war, at least, could be calming down, especially since Congress pre-emp… Nebraska opens Big Ten Conference action this week, as the Huskers travel to No.