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Ex-Nigeria Coach Mensah: I Expected Joshua To Knock Out Klitschko
- May 12, 2017
In another tweet, he added: "Well done Anthony Joshua". For Klitschko - who perhaps with an extra few punches might have finished Joshua - it could spell retirement, especially after his previous defeat more than a year ago by Britain's Tyson Fury. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
In another tweet, he added: "Well done Anthony Joshua". For Klitschko - who perhaps with an extra few punches might have finished Joshua - it could spell retirement, especially after his previous defeat more than a year ago by Britain's Tyson Fury. (more...)
NBA Recaps: Spurs even series; Parker injured
- May 12, 2017
The Spurs big man dominated on both ends of the court, finishing with 26 points, seven rebounds, two assists and four blocks as San Antonio stole Game 3 from the Rockets in Houston. Game 4 of this series is on Sunday. That was the good news for San Antonio . He missed 16 games during the regular season because of rest and various ailments, such as right knee soreness, a left quadriceps bruise, a left knee bruise, left foot pain and back stiffness. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The Spurs big man dominated on both ends of the court, finishing with 26 points, seven rebounds, two assists and four blocks as San Antonio stole Game 3 from the Rockets in Houston. Game 4 of this series is on Sunday. That was the good news for San Antonio . He missed 16 games during the regular season because of rest and various ailments, such as right knee soreness, a left quadriceps bruise, a left knee bruise, left foot pain and back stiffness. (more...)
Johnson confident this Players Championship will be different
- May 12, 2017
Scott waited for the cheers and celebrations to fade when he took aim. At a "Wine Lounge" next to the 8th green, several fans just kept it going right through the intervening professional golf tournament happening nearby. Graeme McDowell shot a one-under 71, while Ian Poulter carded a level-par 72. The Australian would have been happy to two-putt for his par, but he received a big bonus when his ball hit the pin and dropped for a birdie three to move to four under. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Scott waited for the cheers and celebrations to fade when he took aim. At a "Wine Lounge" next to the 8th green, several fans just kept it going right through the intervening professional golf tournament happening nearby. Graeme McDowell shot a one-under 71, while Ian Poulter carded a level-par 72. The Australian would have been happy to two-putt for his par, but he received a big bonus when his ball hit the pin and dropped for a birdie three to move to four under. (more...)
Donald Trump praises Australia's single-payer health care system
- May 12, 2017
Trump made the remark shortly after a Republican bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as Obamacare, was passed by the House of Representatives. That's great. Let's take a look at the Australian healthcare system.... Trump spent just a few hours in his New York City hometown Thursday, but avoided his Trump Tower home, where security has been tightened and the costs for it have mounted since he became president. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Trump made the remark shortly after a Republican bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as Obamacare, was passed by the House of Representatives. That's great. Let's take a look at the Australian healthcare system.... Trump spent just a few hours in his New York City hometown Thursday, but avoided his Trump Tower home, where security has been tightened and the costs for it have mounted since he became president. (more...)
Complacency not an issue at Chelsea - Cahill
- May 12, 2017
This is a really strong team, a physical team, a good coach. Conte has been able to use a settled side in the Premier League without the extra playing demands of Europe - a point that has been raised by Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho - so next season will be more of a slog. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
This is a really strong team, a physical team, a good coach. Conte has been able to use a settled side in the Premier League without the extra playing demands of Europe - a point that has been raised by Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho - so next season will be more of a slog. (more...)
McGirt grabs early lead at Sawgrass
- May 12, 2017
J.B. Holmes, Jon Rahm, Alex Noren and Chez Reavie share second. "It's nice to have the greens resurfaced; very consistent, they're firm out there for sure, and to see some of the subtle changes, a little less movement in a lot of greens, just kind of softening some slopes, allowing for the greens to be firm and fast if they want to get them there and a lot more runoff in chipping areas". (more...)
- May 12, 2017
J.B. Holmes, Jon Rahm, Alex Noren and Chez Reavie share second. "It's nice to have the greens resurfaced; very consistent, they're firm out there for sure, and to see some of the subtle changes, a little less movement in a lot of greens, just kind of softening some slopes, allowing for the greens to be firm and fast if they want to get them there and a lot more runoff in chipping areas". (more...)
Nervy Man United stumbles into Europa League final
- May 12, 2017
United led 1-0 from the first leg in Galicia courtesy of a Marcus Rashford free-kick, and it was the England worldwide who supplied the cross for Marouane Fellaini to head them ahead in the return fixture and ease nerves around Old Trafford on Thursday. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
United led 1-0 from the first leg in Galicia courtesy of a Marcus Rashford free-kick, and it was the England worldwide who supplied the cross for Marouane Fellaini to head them ahead in the return fixture and ease nerves around Old Trafford on Thursday. (more...)
Justice Mudgal elected head of FIFA Governance Committee
- May 12, 2017
A five-hour long meeting of the all-powerful Fifa Council chose to replace German Hans-Joachim Eckert and ethics investigator Cornel Borbely Fifa bosses on Tuesday recommended replacing the ethics judge who helped bring down Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, prompting a response that his removal was "politically motivated". (more...)
- May 12, 2017
A five-hour long meeting of the all-powerful Fifa Council chose to replace German Hans-Joachim Eckert and ethics investigator Cornel Borbely Fifa bosses on Tuesday recommended replacing the ethics judge who helped bring down Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, prompting a response that his removal was "politically motivated". (more...)
Penguins Fans Add Insult To Capitals' Injury With This Ruthless Banner
- May 12, 2017
Craig Anderson stopped 34 shots and blanked the Rangers after Ryan McDonagh's power-play goal opened the scoring 7:10 into the second period. Head Coach Barry Trotz benched Braden Holtby, his reigning Vezina Trophy-winner goaltender, in favor of talented backup Philipp Grubauer. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Craig Anderson stopped 34 shots and blanked the Rangers after Ryan McDonagh's power-play goal opened the scoring 7:10 into the second period. Head Coach Barry Trotz benched Braden Holtby, his reigning Vezina Trophy-winner goaltender, in favor of talented backup Philipp Grubauer. (more...)
Houston Rockets vs. San Antonio Spurs - 5/11/17 NBA Pick, Odds, and Prediction
- May 12, 2017
During the playoffs, the Spurs are second in bench scoring, the Warriors on the other hand are ranked sixth. Houston rallied to tie the game at 35 on a Clint Capela layup at the 9:23 mark of the second quarter and the game seesawed back and forth through the rest of the period before the Rockets claimed a 60-58 edge at halftime. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
During the playoffs, the Spurs are second in bench scoring, the Warriors on the other hand are ranked sixth. Houston rallied to tie the game at 35 on a Clint Capela layup at the 9:23 mark of the second quarter and the game seesawed back and forth through the rest of the period before the Rockets claimed a 60-58 edge at halftime. (more...)
National Football League draft results 2017: Big trades kick off eventful 2nd round
- May 12, 2017
The NFL draft will begin in about an hour in Philadelphia. What duller-than-watching-paint-dry event will keep so many people - 8.3 million of them past year - glued to a screen? The Browns have four picks remaining: No. I really wanted to give them Solomon Thomas here, but I couldn't do it after they've spent their last two first round picks on DL players. So maybe you DO want 'Bama defensive guys around. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The NFL draft will begin in about an hour in Philadelphia. What duller-than-watching-paint-dry event will keep so many people - 8.3 million of them past year - glued to a screen? The Browns have four picks remaining: No. I really wanted to give them Solomon Thomas here, but I couldn't do it after they've spent their last two first round picks on DL players. So maybe you DO want 'Bama defensive guys around. (more...)
Spurs Kawhi Leonard is a game-time decision for Game 6
- May 12, 2017
The diving on loose balls, coming up with whatever it may be, you're throwing your body on the line in those situations". Leonard tallied 25.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game this season while shooting 48.5 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from three-point range. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The diving on loose balls, coming up with whatever it may be, you're throwing your body on the line in those situations". Leonard tallied 25.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game this season while shooting 48.5 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from three-point range. (more...)
California governor: More spending for schools, child care
- May 12, 2017
California governor Jerry Brown on Thursday proposed a funding increase for the state attorney general to create more than 30 new positions dedicated to combating President Donald Trump's policies. Brown also wants to reverse a proposed $500 million cut for low-income childcare that he sought in January and revise his proposal to shift almost $600 million in costs to counties. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
California governor Jerry Brown on Thursday proposed a funding increase for the state attorney general to create more than 30 new positions dedicated to combating President Donald Trump's policies. Brown also wants to reverse a proposed $500 million cut for low-income childcare that he sought in January and revise his proposal to shift almost $600 million in costs to counties. (more...)
Judge tosses Aaron Hernandez's conviction in 2013 murder
- May 12, 2017
Former NFL star, turned convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez took his own life on the morning April 19th, nearly exactly two years after being convicted of taking the life of Odin Lloyd (April 15, 2015). Susan Garsh made the ruling on Tuesday. In our book, hes guilty, and hes always going to be guilty, Ursula Ward said during a news conference. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Former NFL star, turned convicted murderer Aaron Hernandez took his own life on the morning April 19th, nearly exactly two years after being convicted of taking the life of Odin Lloyd (April 15, 2015). Susan Garsh made the ruling on Tuesday. In our book, hes guilty, and hes always going to be guilty, Ursula Ward said during a news conference. (more...)
Matt Harvey rejoins Mets after 3-day suspension
- May 12, 2017
Even if some teams would never touch Harvey after the things he has done, others would have a hard time ignoring him if he stays healthy and doesn't pull any more no-shows. "When you're coming off surgery like him, you're trying to relocate the release points, because previous year the feeling in (his) fingers wasn't there". (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Even if some teams would never touch Harvey after the things he has done, others would have a hard time ignoring him if he stays healthy and doesn't pull any more no-shows. "When you're coming off surgery like him, you're trying to relocate the release points, because previous year the feeling in (his) fingers wasn't there". (more...)
Dillier wins stage 6 of the Giro, Jungels retains lead
- May 12, 2017
I just tried to believe in myself and find some more energy to finish it. As the peleton weaved its way around two circuits of Merida, the home town of defending champion Vincenzo Nibali, Bahrain-Merida rider Luka Pibernik celebrated what he thought was victory over the line, only to suddenly realise there was still a lap to go. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
I just tried to believe in myself and find some more energy to finish it. As the peleton weaved its way around two circuits of Merida, the home town of defending champion Vincenzo Nibali, Bahrain-Merida rider Luka Pibernik celebrated what he thought was victory over the line, only to suddenly realise there was still a lap to go. (more...)
Spurs looking to close out Rockets in Houston
- May 12, 2017
Leonard finished with 22 points and 15 rebounds even though he did not play in OT and in parts of the fourth quarter, including the crucial final 34 seconds. It's tough, especially the way we lost a game six at home. "I didn't think about it too much on the way here, but I'll think about it and I'll let you know tomorrow or the next day or maybe not". (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Leonard finished with 22 points and 15 rebounds even though he did not play in OT and in parts of the fourth quarter, including the crucial final 34 seconds. It's tough, especially the way we lost a game six at home. "I didn't think about it too much on the way here, but I'll think about it and I'll let you know tomorrow or the next day or maybe not". (more...)
Wizards F Kelly Oubre Jr. suspeneded for one game
- May 12, 2017
After scoring a combined 86 points in the first two games of the series in Boston, Thomas was held to just 32 total points in the Celtics' two losses in D.C. And in the fourth, they withstood the anticipated Celtics run to preserve their cushion. WinnersView.com brings stories and statistics together to make you smarter about the sports and games you love. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
After scoring a combined 86 points in the first two games of the series in Boston, Thomas was held to just 32 total points in the Celtics' two losses in D.C. And in the fourth, they withstood the anticipated Celtics run to preserve their cushion. WinnersView.com brings stories and statistics together to make you smarter about the sports and games you love. (more...)
Mets suspend Matt Harvey three days for violating team rules
- May 12, 2017
While the Amazin's haven't announced a disabled list placement for Cabrera yet, it wouldn't surprise any of us for them to announce that at some point on Monday. Fans who showed up for a (chilly) day at the ballpark on Sunday and expected to see Harvey instead got to watch call-up Adam Wilk give up three homers as the Mets got shutout 7-0. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
While the Amazin's haven't announced a disabled list placement for Cabrera yet, it wouldn't surprise any of us for them to announce that at some point on Monday. Fans who showed up for a (chilly) day at the ballpark on Sunday and expected to see Harvey instead got to watch call-up Adam Wilk give up three homers as the Mets got shutout 7-0. (more...)
Ginobili's overtime block a turning point for Spurs
- May 12, 2017
James Harden No.13 of the Houston Rockets takes a shot against Manu Ginobili No.20 of the San Antonio Spurs during Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals at AT&T Center on Wednesday in San Antonio , Texas. A marginally better sign came after the game, when Leonard stood on both ankles in front of a bank of reporters and declared his intentions for Thursday's potential close-out game in Houston . (more...)
- May 12, 2017
James Harden No.13 of the Houston Rockets takes a shot against Manu Ginobili No.20 of the San Antonio Spurs during Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals at AT&T Center on Wednesday in San Antonio , Texas. A marginally better sign came after the game, when Leonard stood on both ankles in front of a bank of reporters and declared his intentions for Thursday's potential close-out game in Houston . (more...)
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