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Beyond the arc: 3 takeaways from Florida's 84-83 win against Wisconsin
- March 25, 2017
And he was also asked about the SEC's reputation in basketball, now that the conference has three teams - South Carolina, Florida and Kentucky - in the Elite Eight. The game between the Gators, seeded fourth in the East Region , and the eighth-seeded Badgers had become the tournament's first overtime contest thanks to Showalter's improbable effort, eerily similar to what Chiozza would pull off. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
And he was also asked about the SEC's reputation in basketball, now that the conference has three teams - South Carolina, Florida and Kentucky - in the Elite Eight. The game between the Gators, seeded fourth in the East Region , and the eighth-seeded Badgers had become the tournament's first overtime contest thanks to Showalter's improbable effort, eerily similar to what Chiozza would pull off. (more...)
Gators hit last-second 3-pointer in OT, advance to Elite Eight
- March 25, 2017
Now Florida will face SC on Sunday in NY, guaranteeing the SEC at least one team in the Final Four. Every team feels like it has a chance to get to the Final Four after getting to the regional semifinals. The Gators stretched that advantage to 12 points with five minutes to play. "I can't thank those guys, specifically the four seniors, enough for their time and dedication and commitment that they have made to our university and our program", Gard said. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Now Florida will face SC on Sunday in NY, guaranteeing the SEC at least one team in the Final Four. Every team feels like it has a chance to get to the Final Four after getting to the regional semifinals. The Gators stretched that advantage to 12 points with five minutes to play. "I can't thank those guys, specifically the four seniors, enough for their time and dedication and commitment that they have made to our university and our program", Gard said. (more...)
Alford to ESPN: '100 percent not going to Indiana'
- March 25, 2017
I've got two sons that are graduates from (UCLA). "I am staying a Bruin", Alford told ESPN's Jeff Goodman . So that settles that. So neither one is a lock to go to IN, but I think both will be IN the equation if Steve Alford is not. IN continues its search for a head coach after firing Tom Crean earlier in the month. Those are not requirements, however, Glass said. "I don't have somebody in the bag", Glass said, later adding "we don't have a wink and nod from somebody". (more...)
- March 25, 2017
I've got two sons that are graduates from (UCLA). "I am staying a Bruin", Alford told ESPN's Jeff Goodman . So that settles that. So neither one is a lock to go to IN, but I think both will be IN the equation if Steve Alford is not. IN continues its search for a head coach after firing Tom Crean earlier in the month. Those are not requirements, however, Glass said. "I don't have somebody in the bag", Glass said, later adding "we don't have a wink and nod from somebody". (more...)
Wild agree to terms on entry-level contract with Luke Kunin
- March 25, 2017
In two seasons with the Badgers, Kunin scored 41 goals and 70 points in 69 games. Kunin's departure was expected, as Wisconsin coach Tony Granato and others openly discussed the possibility earlier in the week. He also captained the gold medal-winning Team USA IHF World Juniors. "He's a competitor, he's a gamer, he's a victor", Granato said of Kunin after a victory at Minnesota in February. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
In two seasons with the Badgers, Kunin scored 41 goals and 70 points in 69 games. Kunin's departure was expected, as Wisconsin coach Tony Granato and others openly discussed the possibility earlier in the week. He also captained the gold medal-winning Team USA IHF World Juniors. "He's a competitor, he's a gamer, he's a victor", Granato said of Kunin after a victory at Minnesota in February. (more...)
'UFC Wants 50 Percent Of McGregor's Purse In Mayweather Fight'
- March 25, 2017
And then there's Nate Diaz , the man who has split two fights with McGregor, saying that he believes "The Notorious" at least has "a good chance" to make something happen in the early rounds of the fight. "In boxing? One round", he said. The following is Joe Rogan's recent statement on this, while quoting Conor McGregor. "I really feel it's a landslide towards Floyd". (more...)
- March 25, 2017
And then there's Nate Diaz , the man who has split two fights with McGregor, saying that he believes "The Notorious" at least has "a good chance" to make something happen in the early rounds of the fight. "In boxing? One round", he said. The following is Joe Rogan's recent statement on this, while quoting Conor McGregor. "I really feel it's a landslide towards Floyd". (more...)
Australia win toss and bat as Virat Kohli ruled out
- March 25, 2017
Here are five things you need to know about new kid on the block, Kuldeep Yadav. Kuldeep, 22, came in as one of two changes to India's team along with Bhuvneshwar Kumar , who replaced Ishant Sharma and had Warner dropped off the first ball of the match when a diving Karun Nair spilled a chance at third slip. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Here are five things you need to know about new kid on the block, Kuldeep Yadav. Kuldeep, 22, came in as one of two changes to India's team along with Bhuvneshwar Kumar , who replaced Ishant Sharma and had Warner dropped off the first ball of the match when a diving Karun Nair spilled a chance at third slip. (more...)
IN to hire Dayton's Archie Miller to replace Tom Crean
- March 25, 2017
Dayton earned a No. 7 seed in this year's NCAA Tournament but lost in the first round to No. 10 Wichita State. Offensively, Miller's teams employ an attacking style that resulted in the Flyers averaging 75.9 points per game last season. Dayton's had one heck of a coach in Archie Miller these past 6 seasons, and I'm sure the Flyers will find and up-and-coming coach to fill the void. (more...)
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- March 25, 2017
Dayton earned a No. 7 seed in this year's NCAA Tournament but lost in the first round to No. 10 Wichita State. Offensively, Miller's teams employ an attacking style that resulted in the Flyers averaging 75.9 points per game last season. Dayton's had one heck of a coach in Archie Miller these past 6 seasons, and I'm sure the Flyers will find and up-and-coming coach to fill the void. (more...)
Shaquille O'Neal honored with statue in front of Staples Center
- March 25, 2017
He and Bryant led the team to three consecutive National Basketball Association championships from 2000-2002. Part of the ceremony involved the unveiling of an wonderful statue, which took place just a short time ago. "You're hilarious. Despite you thinking the earth is flat - it's not flat - you're one of the smartest people I know". O'Neal expressed regret that late Lakers owner Jerry Buss and his stepfather Philip Harrison weren't there. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
He and Bryant led the team to three consecutive National Basketball Association championships from 2000-2002. Part of the ceremony involved the unveiling of an wonderful statue, which took place just a short time ago. "You're hilarious. Despite you thinking the earth is flat - it's not flat - you're one of the smartest people I know". O'Neal expressed regret that late Lakers owner Jerry Buss and his stepfather Philip Harrison weren't there. (more...)
Steve Smith scores century while Virat Kohli watches from sidelines
- March 25, 2017
For Australia , it was yet another gutsy effort from the skipper en route his 20th hundred in longest format during which he hit 14 boundaries off 173 balls. "I bowled to Smith for the first time and I did not have any difficulty as he was not playing any strokes against me". The first day of the Test ad Dharamsala was a tale of two players, Steven Smith and Kuldeep Yadav - and with supporting actors to assist both. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
For Australia , it was yet another gutsy effort from the skipper en route his 20th hundred in longest format during which he hit 14 boundaries off 173 balls. "I bowled to Smith for the first time and I did not have any difficulty as he was not playing any strokes against me". The first day of the Test ad Dharamsala was a tale of two players, Steven Smith and Kuldeep Yadav - and with supporting actors to assist both. (more...)
Zak Showalter ties game with insane 3, gives Aaron Rodgers belt celebration
- March 25, 2017
Things weren't all bad the whole game, though. "I had to take that one". Florida and SC reached the Sweet 16 by taking down a pair of ACC powers in Virginia and Duke. Badgers everywhere were elated. Still in it. But on the other, Florida just had three wide open looks in a row from beyond the arc and missed them all. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Things weren't all bad the whole game, though. "I had to take that one". Florida and SC reached the Sweet 16 by taking down a pair of ACC powers in Virginia and Duke. Badgers everywhere were elated. Still in it. But on the other, Florida just had three wide open looks in a row from beyond the arc and missed them all. (more...)
Will Mercedes rule F1 again in 2017?
- March 25, 2017
Red Bull were best of the rest in the morning session, whilst Ferrari were holding back and letting the rest of the field clean up the dirty track. Following a strong showing in pre-season, there was great anticipation surrounding Ferrari's potential heading into the first race of 2017, with early predictions suggesting the Scuderia could well take the fight to Mercedes under Formula One's new aerodynamic regulations. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Red Bull were best of the rest in the morning session, whilst Ferrari were holding back and letting the rest of the field clean up the dirty track. Following a strong showing in pre-season, there was great anticipation surrounding Ferrari's potential heading into the first race of 2017, with early predictions suggesting the Scuderia could well take the fight to Mercedes under Formula One's new aerodynamic regulations. (more...)
Johan Cruyff to Have Barcelona's New Training Ground Stadium Named After Him
- March 25, 2017
In Amsterdam, Cruyff's home city, there is hope that those in charge of the Ajax stadium will change it's name to remember one of its favourite sons. "The club will also launch the creation of a commemorative statue in honour of Johan Cruyff which will be placed at the future Camp Nou". (more...)
- March 25, 2017
In Amsterdam, Cruyff's home city, there is hope that those in charge of the Ajax stadium will change it's name to remember one of its favourite sons. "The club will also launch the creation of a commemorative statue in honour of Johan Cruyff which will be placed at the future Camp Nou". (more...)
Broncos not pursuing Tony Romo, it's Texans or retirement
- March 25, 2017
Despite reports, the Denver Broncos haven't shown must interest in having Tony Romo play under center for them. Darlington points out what many have suspected, and it's a very complicating issue for Dallas. Those kind of numbers are also why the Texans should exhaust every option to land Romo. If he can convince another team to give up compensation for Romo and take his contract off his hand, even better. (more...)
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- March 25, 2017
Despite reports, the Denver Broncos haven't shown must interest in having Tony Romo play under center for them. Darlington points out what many have suspected, and it's a very complicating issue for Dallas. Those kind of numbers are also why the Texans should exhaust every option to land Romo. If he can convince another team to give up compensation for Romo and take his contract off his hand, even better. (more...)
GIanluigi Buffon marks 1000th professional appearance with Italy victory
- March 25, 2017
Serbia now lead the Republic on goal difference with Wales and Austria , 2-0 winners over Moldova , four points behind. "Before I think about how I'll end my career, we need to go to the World Cup in Russian Federation in 2018". "The battles are more attractive and balanced". "To overcome them we will need a good performance", he said. "They are determined and fierce". Albania are coached by former Torino boss Gianni De Biasi, who has claimed that he nearly beat Ventura to the ... (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Serbia now lead the Republic on goal difference with Wales and Austria , 2-0 winners over Moldova , four points behind. "Before I think about how I'll end my career, we need to go to the World Cup in Russian Federation in 2018". "The battles are more attractive and balanced". "To overcome them we will need a good performance", he said. "They are determined and fierce". Albania are coached by former Torino boss Gianni De Biasi, who has claimed that he nearly beat Ventura to the ... (more...)
How to watch Mexico vs. Costa Rica
- March 25, 2017
The victory lifted Mexico over Costa Rica into top spot in the fifth and final phase of CONCACAF qualifying for the 2018 finals in Russian Federation, with seven points from three matches. He couldn't have picked a better stage and time to do it. Costa Rica and Mexico are the top two teams in the CONCACAF Hexagonal standings early through the final round, and they meet seeking to take another step toward qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russian Federation (9:50 p.m. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
The victory lifted Mexico over Costa Rica into top spot in the fifth and final phase of CONCACAF qualifying for the 2018 finals in Russian Federation, with seven points from three matches. He couldn't have picked a better stage and time to do it. Costa Rica and Mexico are the top two teams in the CONCACAF Hexagonal standings early through the final round, and they meet seeking to take another step toward qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russian Federation (9:50 p.m. (more...)
Lewis Hamilton: "There's too many dudes in the paddock!"
- March 25, 2017
Although Ferrari topped the timesheets in pre-season testing, claiming the top two spots, it is Mercedes who have dominated Formula 1 over the past three years. "It's been a great journey". "I'm incredibly proud of team, the rule change has been huge and a massive challenge". The retirement of 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg has also triggered change, with Finn Valtteri Bottas switching from Williams to partner pre-season favourite Lewis Hamilton in the dominant Mercedes team. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Although Ferrari topped the timesheets in pre-season testing, claiming the top two spots, it is Mercedes who have dominated Formula 1 over the past three years. "It's been a great journey". "I'm incredibly proud of team, the rule change has been huge and a massive challenge". The retirement of 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg has also triggered change, with Finn Valtteri Bottas switching from Williams to partner pre-season favourite Lewis Hamilton in the dominant Mercedes team. (more...)
Knicks' Joakim Noah banned 20 games for drug violation
- March 25, 2017
The Knicks next play tonight against the San Antonio Spurs. According to The Vertical , Noah tested positive for a league-prohibited over-the-counter supplement but didn't "knowingly or willingly" violate the policy. He had recently started running and conditioning, league sources said. Noah is in the first season of a four year, $72 million contract with the New York Knicks. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
The Knicks next play tonight against the San Antonio Spurs. According to The Vertical , Noah tested positive for a league-prohibited over-the-counter supplement but didn't "knowingly or willingly" violate the policy. He had recently started running and conditioning, league sources said. Noah is in the first season of a four year, $72 million contract with the New York Knicks. (more...)
Formula One: Sauber's Pascal Wehrlein pulls out of Australian Grand Prix
- March 25, 2017
Wehrlein completed 22 laps in the first practice session at the Albert Park circuit and 30 in the second, posting the 18th fastest-time in each session among 20 cars. To be honest, to be here I can't believe it. Despite having only an hour of practice running before qualifying, Giovinazzi qualified an impressive 16th for Sauber , finishing just shy of team-mate Marcus Ericsson . (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Wehrlein completed 22 laps in the first practice session at the Albert Park circuit and 30 in the second, posting the 18th fastest-time in each session among 20 cars. To be honest, to be here I can't believe it. Despite having only an hour of practice running before qualifying, Giovinazzi qualified an impressive 16th for Sauber , finishing just shy of team-mate Marcus Ericsson . (more...)
Daniel Ricciardo explains qualifying spin
- March 25, 2017
Ricciardo had embarked on his first flying lap in Q3 when his unforgiving RB13 snapped as he rounded Turn 14, sending the Aussie backwards into the barriers and inflicting damage to the rear and right corner of his vehicle. "I'm surprised so many people are getting behind me and the event.it won't last forever". I have not set any goals, we will have to wait and see but it is nice to hear because it means I did something well a year ago. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
Ricciardo had embarked on his first flying lap in Q3 when his unforgiving RB13 snapped as he rounded Turn 14, sending the Aussie backwards into the barriers and inflicting damage to the rear and right corner of his vehicle. "I'm surprised so many people are getting behind me and the event.it won't last forever". I have not set any goals, we will have to wait and see but it is nice to hear because it means I did something well a year ago. (more...)
Lewis Hamilton takes pole at F1 Australian GP as Ricciardo crashes
- March 25, 2017
It's a great opportunity for Bottas to unleash his speed in a front-running auto, but also a possible poisoned chalice if he fails to measure up against the triple world champion Englishman. Mercedes' debutant, Valtteri Bottas, who replaced world Champion Nico Rosberg, had to settle for third. We knew from FP1 that the Ferraris weren't at their maximum. (more...)
- March 25, 2017
It's a great opportunity for Bottas to unleash his speed in a front-running auto, but also a possible poisoned chalice if he fails to measure up against the triple world champion Englishman. Mercedes' debutant, Valtteri Bottas, who replaced world Champion Nico Rosberg, had to settle for third. We knew from FP1 that the Ferraris weren't at their maximum. (more...)
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