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Mali clubs the first casualties of Federation Internationale de Football Association ban
- March 22, 2017
FIFA banned Mali from worldwide football on Friday after sports minister Minister Housseïni Amion Guindo sacked the executive committee following allegations of fraud during a leadership election a year ago. FIFA says its member football associations must be able to manage their affairs independently without government interference. The rule is a controversial one as it means that national governments are powerless to intervene in their country's football federation even when they suspect ... (more...)
- March 22, 2017
FIFA banned Mali from worldwide football on Friday after sports minister Minister Housseïni Amion Guindo sacked the executive committee following allegations of fraud during a leadership election a year ago. FIFA says its member football associations must be able to manage their affairs independently without government interference. The rule is a controversial one as it means that national governments are powerless to intervene in their country's football federation even when they suspect ... (more...)
OSU's Evans entering NBA Draft
- March 22, 2017
A week ago, Oklahoma State's future looked bright in the Big 12, with many predicting the Cowboys to be among the top teams in the conference next season. Evans, the 2016 Big 12 Freshman of the Year, is now a late first-round grade in many National Basketball Association mock drafts. Evans seems to be projected as a possible late first-rounder. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
A week ago, Oklahoma State's future looked bright in the Big 12, with many predicting the Cowboys to be among the top teams in the conference next season. Evans, the 2016 Big 12 Freshman of the Year, is now a late first-round grade in many National Basketball Association mock drafts. Evans seems to be projected as a possible late first-rounder. (more...)
Silver: Owners must address issue of resting players
- March 22, 2017
San Antonio won 107-85. Silver said the issue will be discussed at the NBA Board of Governors meeting on April 6. "In the memo , Silver informed teams that the issue will be a prime topic of discussion at the next NBA Board of Governors meeting April 6 in NY and warned of 'significant penalties' for teams that don't abide by the league's standing rules for providing 'notice to the league office, their opponent, and the media immediately upon a determination that a player will not ... (more...)
- March 22, 2017
San Antonio won 107-85. Silver said the issue will be discussed at the NBA Board of Governors meeting on April 6. "In the memo , Silver informed teams that the issue will be a prime topic of discussion at the next NBA Board of Governors meeting April 6 in NY and warned of 'significant penalties' for teams that don't abide by the league's standing rules for providing 'notice to the league office, their opponent, and the media immediately upon a determination that a player will not ... (more...)
Bulls' Robin Lopez, Raptors' Serge Ibaka ejected after trading punches
- March 22, 2017
Ibaka had 16 points and six rebounds in the game. On Sunday, the Raptors won 116-91 and are on a two-game win streak and hold on to fourth place in the Eastern Conference, just one game back of the Wizards in third place. We know that. We're going to miss that guy, but what's new? At the 1:23 mark of overtime, Raptors took their first lead with a DeMar DeRozan jump shot and maintained it for a two-point victory. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
Ibaka had 16 points and six rebounds in the game. On Sunday, the Raptors won 116-91 and are on a two-game win streak and hold on to fourth place in the Eastern Conference, just one game back of the Wizards in third place. We know that. We're going to miss that guy, but what's new? At the 1:23 mark of overtime, Raptors took their first lead with a DeMar DeRozan jump shot and maintained it for a two-point victory. (more...)
Arsenal's Hector Bellerin admits transfer interest from Barcelona feels 'special'
- March 22, 2017
The defender, who is now on global duty with Spain Under-21s, said: "Any player would be flattered by interest from Barca, it's the best club in the world and that is very nice". The 67-year-old's contract is up in June and many supporters feel he should call time on his 21-year tenure at the club. Last week, Barcelona sporting director Robert Fernandez admitted that the door was open for negotations to bring Bellerin back. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
The defender, who is now on global duty with Spain Under-21s, said: "Any player would be flattered by interest from Barca, it's the best club in the world and that is very nice". The 67-year-old's contract is up in June and many supporters feel he should call time on his 21-year tenure at the club. Last week, Barcelona sporting director Robert Fernandez admitted that the door was open for negotations to bring Bellerin back. (more...)
Despite Gordon Hayward's career-high 38 points, Jazz lose third straight
- March 22, 2017
On Sunday, after his Raptors did the trouncing in a 116-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers , Casey was full of praise. "We played well tonight, we played hard, we were a group out there", Teague said. According to oddsmakers from online sports book BetDSI, the Raptors are now 3.5-point home favorites versus the Pacers after opening as a 4-point favorite. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
On Sunday, after his Raptors did the trouncing in a 116-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers , Casey was full of praise. "We played well tonight, we played hard, we were a group out there", Teague said. According to oddsmakers from online sports book BetDSI, the Raptors are now 3.5-point home favorites versus the Pacers after opening as a 4-point favorite. (more...)
No update on Brianna Turner's knee injury from Notre Dame until Tuesday
- March 22, 2017
Purdue went on a 10-0 run near the end of regulation to knot the score 74-74 and force the extra session. Notre Dame needed overtime to dispatch Purdue late Sunday night, doing so without star forward Brianna Turner . Losing Perry and Morrissette to graduation is bittersweet, but just maybe this team is on its way to better days. "We never count ourselves out". "That was Purdue basketball". (more...)
- March 22, 2017
Purdue went on a 10-0 run near the end of regulation to knot the score 74-74 and force the extra session. Notre Dame needed overtime to dispatch Purdue late Sunday night, doing so without star forward Brianna Turner . Losing Perry and Morrissette to graduation is bittersweet, but just maybe this team is on its way to better days. "We never count ourselves out". "That was Purdue basketball". (more...)
SVG reacts to Pistons' loss, Brook Lopez's buzzer-beating shot
- March 22, 2017
They had rallied from 11 points down on a 43.5-percent shooting night. But the Nets called time-out and Lopez scored the basket over Aron Baynes, who entered the game with 3:38 to play for Andre Drummond, who left with injury. Smith finished with 16 points. The Pistons are now 1-6 in their last two seasons at the Nets and Knicks. They are now two games behind the first-place Cleveland Cavaliers. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
They had rallied from 11 points down on a 43.5-percent shooting night. But the Nets called time-out and Lopez scored the basket over Aron Baynes, who entered the game with 3:38 to play for Andre Drummond, who left with injury. Smith finished with 16 points. The Pistons are now 1-6 in their last two seasons at the Nets and Knicks. They are now two games behind the first-place Cleveland Cavaliers. (more...)
NCAA Tournament Odds: March Madness Sweet Sixteen Betting Lines, Trends
- March 22, 2017
North Carolina is the only remaining team from the nine that started the tournament. No matter. The veteran-laden lineup featuring Nigel Hayes and Bronson Koenig, two players who played big roles on those back-to-back Final Four teams, took down the defending champs in the second round. (more...)
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- March 22, 2017
North Carolina is the only remaining team from the nine that started the tournament. No matter. The veteran-laden lineup featuring Nigel Hayes and Bronson Koenig, two players who played big roles on those back-to-back Final Four teams, took down the defending champs in the second round. (more...)
NFL Draft: Mitchell Trubisky has personal workout with Chiefs
- March 22, 2017
It doesn't mean they envision Trubisky as their quarterback of the future; it's just due diligence on the path to the draft. But, as Trubisky mentioned to reporters after the workout, the Jets are among several teams that have scheduled private workouts. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
It doesn't mean they envision Trubisky as their quarterback of the future; it's just due diligence on the path to the draft. But, as Trubisky mentioned to reporters after the workout, the Jets are among several teams that have scheduled private workouts. (more...)
Robin Lopez and Serge Ibaka ejected for throwing punches at each other
- March 22, 2017
Both players were pulled apart after exchanging that pair of blows and were ejected following the fight. Acquired at trade deadline, Ibaka was looking to help the Raptors prevent a 12th straight loss to their Eastern Conference rival Bulls. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
Both players were pulled apart after exchanging that pair of blows and were ejected following the fight. Acquired at trade deadline, Ibaka was looking to help the Raptors prevent a 12th straight loss to their Eastern Conference rival Bulls. (more...)
Steph Curry reminds Russell Westbrook who he is
- March 22, 2017
With Kevin Durant injured, Monday's matchup between the Thunder and Warriors did not have the same type of hype as Golden State's 130-114 victory in Oklahoma City on February 11. Here's hoping serial-nut-kicker Draymond Green doesn't cry too much when taunted for being a general ass-hat. The rest of the team sprinkled in 30 assists and a Matt Barnes pump up the crowd moment that would make We Believe proud. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
With Kevin Durant injured, Monday's matchup between the Thunder and Warriors did not have the same type of hype as Golden State's 130-114 victory in Oklahoma City on February 11. Here's hoping serial-nut-kicker Draymond Green doesn't cry too much when taunted for being a general ass-hat. The rest of the team sprinkled in 30 assists and a Matt Barnes pump up the crowd moment that would make We Believe proud. (more...)
March Madness: Villanova feels the pain from early elimination
- March 22, 2017
Not looking so good after Saturday, when top-ranked Villanova was knocked out by No. 8 seed Wisconsin in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Their season-long shooting struggles eventually caught up with them, and from February 12 to March 2 Wisconsin lost five of six. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
Not looking so good after Saturday, when top-ranked Villanova was knocked out by No. 8 seed Wisconsin in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Their season-long shooting struggles eventually caught up with them, and from February 12 to March 2 Wisconsin lost five of six. (more...)
Warriors, Timberwolves to play pair of preseason games in China
- March 22, 2017
The teams are scheduled to tip off in Shenzhen on October 5 and again in Shanghai on October 8. NBA Global Games China 2017 will feature a variety of fan events, including the sixth annual Fan Appreciation Day presented by Dongfeng Nissan on October 7 in Shanghai, which will provide thousands of fans with the chance to participate in on-court games as well as watch the Warriors and Timberwolves practice game. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
The teams are scheduled to tip off in Shenzhen on October 5 and again in Shanghai on October 8. NBA Global Games China 2017 will feature a variety of fan events, including the sixth annual Fan Appreciation Day presented by Dongfeng Nissan on October 7 in Shanghai, which will provide thousands of fans with the chance to participate in on-court games as well as watch the Warriors and Timberwolves practice game. (more...)
New DL Tyson Alualu Brings Steelers Position Versatility, Availability, Willingness To Win
- March 22, 2017
Alualu was known as the surprise pick of the 2010 draft, in which the Steelers chose Maurkice Pouncey eight picks later. Alualu, a first-round pick in 2010, was the second-longest tenured player on the Jaguars past year, behind only tight end Marcedes Lewis. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
Alualu was known as the surprise pick of the 2010 draft, in which the Steelers chose Maurkice Pouncey eight picks later. Alualu, a first-round pick in 2010, was the second-longest tenured player on the Jaguars past year, behind only tight end Marcedes Lewis. (more...)
Warren Gatland hints at Six Nations away form factor in Lions calls
- March 22, 2017
England coach Eddie Jones has a novel solution to the question of who should captain the British and Irish Lions on their tour of New Zealand this year - make it a four-man job. 'He is a real competitor. 'He's a fighter and a real victor. "He's a fighter, he's a victor and I just really admire the way he has developed as a player". (more...)
- March 22, 2017
England coach Eddie Jones has a novel solution to the question of who should captain the British and Irish Lions on their tour of New Zealand this year - make it a four-man job. 'He is a real competitor. 'He's a fighter and a real victor. "He's a fighter, he's a victor and I just really admire the way he has developed as a player". (more...)
Turner Sports/CBS to offer NCAA Tournament in virtual reality
- March 22, 2017
CBS and Turner Sports announced on Monday that their weekend coverage of the games was generating the best numbers in 24 years. The app is free to download from the Oculus store , but there are small per-game fees to tune in virtually. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
CBS and Turner Sports announced on Monday that their weekend coverage of the games was generating the best numbers in 24 years. The app is free to download from the Oculus store , but there are small per-game fees to tune in virtually. (more...)
World's best converge on Austin for match play
- March 22, 2017
The post Dell Technologies Match Play Prize Money - 2017 Purse & Payouts appeared first on Golf and Course. The pair face off in the final group stage match on Friday, but Day admitted that friendship would be put to one side while on the course. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
The post Dell Technologies Match Play Prize Money - 2017 Purse & Payouts appeared first on Golf and Course. The pair face off in the final group stage match on Friday, but Day admitted that friendship would be put to one side while on the course. (more...)
MI advances, MSU falls in NCAA tourney
- March 22, 2017
No. 7 MI continues dream run with 73-69 upset over No. 2 Louisville - There was some seeding controversy surrounding the Wolverines - many thought they should have received a better seed - after winning the Big Ten tournament. Michigan, which also got 11 points from Zak Irvin and 10 from Derrick Walton Jr., shot 63 percent in the second half (17 of 27). Josh Jackson netted 23 points and Frank Mason had 20 as the Jayhawks cruised past ninth-seeded Michigan State, 90-70, in Midwest Region ... (more...)
- March 22, 2017
No. 7 MI continues dream run with 73-69 upset over No. 2 Louisville - There was some seeding controversy surrounding the Wolverines - many thought they should have received a better seed - after winning the Big Ten tournament. Michigan, which also got 11 points from Zak Irvin and 10 from Derrick Walton Jr., shot 63 percent in the second half (17 of 27). Josh Jackson netted 23 points and Frank Mason had 20 as the Jayhawks cruised past ninth-seeded Michigan State, 90-70, in Midwest Region ... (more...)
Golden State Warriors Rout Bucks, Santa Cruz Warriors Beat Legends
- March 22, 2017
The Warriors organization had a great Saturday night in both the Bay Area and Central Coast , ending the week on a positive note with both the Golden State Warriors and Santa Cruz Warriors coming away victorious in their respective games. (more...)
- March 22, 2017
The Warriors organization had a great Saturday night in both the Bay Area and Central Coast , ending the week on a positive note with both the Golden State Warriors and Santa Cruz Warriors coming away victorious in their respective games. (more...)
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