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Durant, Warriors rally past Cavaliers to grab 3-0 series lead
- June 09, 2017
Exhibit B: When asked about what's at the top of the list of things that have to go right on Wednesday night, he gave a one-word answer and a telling shake of his head. But protecting the lead meant leaving Irving on the floor for the entire second half and James for all but a few seconds of it, and on the other bench Steve Kerr kept reminding his deeper Warriors that the Cavaliers were going to get exhausted. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Exhibit B: When asked about what's at the top of the list of things that have to go right on Wednesday night, he gave a one-word answer and a telling shake of his head. But protecting the lead meant leaving Irving on the floor for the entire second half and James for all but a few seconds of it, and on the other bench Steve Kerr kept reminding his deeper Warriors that the Cavaliers were going to get exhausted. (more...)
Warriors trying to hold off Cavs in Game 3
- June 09, 2017
Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson also had 16 first-quarter points in Game 3. Then in 2010, Garnett averaged 18.8 points, 8 rebounds and 2.2 assists to eliminate the Cavs in six games. Though the "flip the switch" approach hadn't kicked in at that point, the Cavs have been even slower in the post-season at 3.97 miles per hour, 12 of the 16 teams to qualify. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson also had 16 first-quarter points in Game 3. Then in 2010, Garnett averaged 18.8 points, 8 rebounds and 2.2 assists to eliminate the Cavs in six games. Though the "flip the switch" approach hadn't kicked in at that point, the Cavs have been even slower in the post-season at 3.97 miles per hour, 12 of the 16 teams to qualify. (more...)
Sri Lanka chase big total to beat India at ICC Champions Trophy
- June 09, 2017
Not only did they beat India , setting up the tantalising prospect of two virtual quarter-finals, but they did it equalling their highest successful chase and with eight balls to spare. In the previous edition of the tournament, which India won under Dhoni's leadership, Dhawan top-scored with 363 runs in five matches, at an average of 90.75. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Not only did they beat India , setting up the tantalising prospect of two virtual quarter-finals, but they did it equalling their highest successful chase and with eight balls to spare. In the previous edition of the tournament, which India won under Dhoni's leadership, Dhawan top-scored with 363 runs in five matches, at an average of 90.75. (more...)
Golden State blocks Cleveland comeback bid
- June 09, 2017
Kevin Durant scored a team-high 31 points for the Warriors, as his team pipped LeBron James Cleveland Cavaliers 118-113 in their hometown. "It was just an incredibly tough, resilient performance", Warriors Coach Steve Kerr said. "KD comes down, hits a big 3, puts them up one, iso on the wing". To see that go in, that was liberating, man. "We just settled down and got stops in the end". (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Kevin Durant scored a team-high 31 points for the Warriors, as his team pipped LeBron James Cleveland Cavaliers 118-113 in their hometown. "It was just an incredibly tough, resilient performance", Warriors Coach Steve Kerr said. "KD comes down, hits a big 3, puts them up one, iso on the wing". To see that go in, that was liberating, man. "We just settled down and got stops in the end". (more...)
Malaysia Airlines flight MH128 disrupted by unstable passenger, not terrorism - Aussie cops
- June 09, 2017
According to Australian police, the suspect, who was a "voluntary patient", was released on Wednesday. Former Melbourne AFL footballer Andrew Leoncelli , who was also on the flight and tried to stop the alleged bomber, said passengers remained on the plane on the tarmac for more than an hour before police boarded. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
According to Australian police, the suspect, who was a "voluntary patient", was released on Wednesday. Former Melbourne AFL footballer Andrew Leoncelli , who was also on the flight and tried to stop the alleged bomber, said passengers remained on the plane on the tarmac for more than an hour before police boarded. (more...)
Rain, wind in forecast for French Open quarterfinals
- June 09, 2017
The perks of being young and not yet scarred by the bitterness of many defeats can often produce fearless tennis and that is precisely what Jelena Ostapenko has demonstrated so far at the French Open . Jelena Ostapenko pulls off an exceptional upset at Roland Garros . Nadal will play against sixth-seeded Dominic Thiem for a place in final. Medina and Ostapenko are yet to discuss their partnership post-Roland Garros but it's fair to expect the Latvian would want to continue. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
The perks of being young and not yet scarred by the bitterness of many defeats can often produce fearless tennis and that is precisely what Jelena Ostapenko has demonstrated so far at the French Open . Jelena Ostapenko pulls off an exceptional upset at Roland Garros . Nadal will play against sixth-seeded Dominic Thiem for a place in final. Medina and Ostapenko are yet to discuss their partnership post-Roland Garros but it's fair to expect the Latvian would want to continue. (more...)
Warriors top Cavaliers and move to brink of NBA title
- June 09, 2017
They could be forgiven if they were unaware. For 45 minutes in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers did plenty of good things. That allowed Golden State to wind up leading 39-32 after one; it finished the quarter with a 10-0 run with James on the bench for the final 109 seconds. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
They could be forgiven if they were unaware. For 45 minutes in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers did plenty of good things. That allowed Golden State to wind up leading 39-32 after one; it finished the quarter with a 10-0 run with James on the bench for the final 109 seconds. (more...)
Votto leads Reds to 5-2 win, 4-game sweep of Cardinals
- June 09, 2017
Kivlehan was called upon with the Reds down a field goal and a pair of runners on late, and he responded with a huge 3-run homer that leveled the score and brought life back to the dugout after Lance Lynn had been nails against them for his portion of the game. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Kivlehan was called upon with the Reds down a field goal and a pair of runners on late, and he responded with a huge 3-run homer that leveled the score and brought life back to the dugout after Lance Lynn had been nails against them for his portion of the game. (more...)
Liverpool apologizes for Van Dijk saga, ends pursuit
- June 09, 2017
It appears that Liverpool will now have to turn their attention elsewhere in their quest to sign a new centre-back, although it is clear that van Dijk is one of the standout players in that position in the Premier League at present. FSG is said to be concerned at the impact of the Van Dijk approach on Liverpool's reputation, hence the sudden U-turn. However, despite reports claiming a deal had been agreed between the two clubs for Dempsey, it emerged that in fact, was far from the truth. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
It appears that Liverpool will now have to turn their attention elsewhere in their quest to sign a new centre-back, although it is clear that van Dijk is one of the standout players in that position in the Premier League at present. FSG is said to be concerned at the impact of the Van Dijk approach on Liverpool's reputation, hence the sudden U-turn. However, despite reports claiming a deal had been agreed between the two clubs for Dempsey, it emerged that in fact, was far from the truth. (more...)
Alex Honnold talks with NPR about overcoming fear after historic climb
- June 09, 2017
On Saturday, a 31-year-old native of Sacramento named Alex Honnold did what nobody had done before in more than 150 years of Yosemite rock climbing. "And then this a year ago, I thought that I could do it". "I already held the speed record on El Capitan ". Honnold came into view for those in the meadow on the fourth pitch of Freeblast. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
On Saturday, a 31-year-old native of Sacramento named Alex Honnold did what nobody had done before in more than 150 years of Yosemite rock climbing. "And then this a year ago, I thought that I could do it". "I already held the speed record on El Capitan ". Honnold came into view for those in the meadow on the fourth pitch of Freeblast. (more...)
Ostapenko outclasses Wozniacki to reach French semi-finals
- June 09, 2017
Two rain delays - totalling nearly four hours - meant Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic's French Open quarter-finals were postponed until Wednesday . Tuesday's match was one hour 49 minutes in duration but took the best part of six hours to complete after two rain delays - one lasting three hours. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Two rain delays - totalling nearly four hours - meant Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic's French Open quarter-finals were postponed until Wednesday . Tuesday's match was one hour 49 minutes in duration but took the best part of six hours to complete after two rain delays - one lasting three hours. (more...)
Andy Murray, Kei Nishikori French Open quarterfinals match preview
- June 09, 2017
Then it affected her play. When asked if he is considering taking time out of the game, he said: "Trust me, I'm thinking about many things. It's winning when you're not playing your best is more impressive". "Rafa's had a great clay-court season, as has Thiem". Time violations are a contentious issue, with players allowed 25 seconds between serves in regular tour events but only 20 seconds at grand slams. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Then it affected her play. When asked if he is considering taking time out of the game, he said: "Trust me, I'm thinking about many things. It's winning when you're not playing your best is more impressive". "Rafa's had a great clay-court season, as has Thiem". Time violations are a contentious issue, with players allowed 25 seconds between serves in regular tour events but only 20 seconds at grand slams. (more...)
Durant at same level or above LeBron's, and this isn't new
- June 09, 2017
Shooting 16-for-33 from downtown masked what was a sloppy ball-handling night from Golden State. "It's going to be tough to guard him one-on-one anyway, so having LeBron off the ball where he's able to get some steals and roam a little bit and play free safety, it was good for us". (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Shooting 16-for-33 from downtown masked what was a sloppy ball-handling night from Golden State. "It's going to be tough to guard him one-on-one anyway, so having LeBron off the ball where he's able to get some steals and roam a little bit and play free safety, it was good for us". (more...)
Mom: 'It looked like they pulled a toddler out of my belly'
- June 09, 2017
Carleigh Brooke Corbitt weighed 13 pounds, 5 ounces when she was delivered on May 15 in Jacksonville. Carleigh Brooke Corbitt surprised her mother and the doctor and weighed in at almost 14 pounds - the largest newborn that Dr. Doctors who performed the C-section were just as shocked and even suggested that she might be having twins. "They're both doing great now", the dad said of his wife and baby. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
Carleigh Brooke Corbitt weighed 13 pounds, 5 ounces when she was delivered on May 15 in Jacksonville. Carleigh Brooke Corbitt surprised her mother and the doctor and weighed in at almost 14 pounds - the largest newborn that Dr. Doctors who performed the C-section were just as shocked and even suggested that she might be having twins. "They're both doing great now", the dad said of his wife and baby. (more...)
Durant-led rally brings Warriors to brink of history
- June 09, 2017
After Cleveland went on a 10-0 run early in the third to take its first lead since the game's opening minutes, Irving hit James for a dunk and then made a pair of baskets to extend Cleveland's lead to 94-87 late in the third - its largest of the game. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
After Cleveland went on a 10-0 run early in the third to take its first lead since the game's opening minutes, Irving hit James for a dunk and then made a pair of baskets to extend Cleveland's lead to 94-87 late in the third - its largest of the game. (more...)
Ostapenko beats Bacsinszky to reach French Open final
- June 09, 2017
The sensational win over Elina Svitolina in the Quarter-Final, where she saved a match point and won from 3-6, 1-5 down, was one of the tournament's greatest ever comebacks and it could be the defining moment of this Grand Slam if Halep was to prevail victorious with the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen trophy. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
The sensational win over Elina Svitolina in the Quarter-Final, where she saved a match point and won from 3-6, 1-5 down, was one of the tournament's greatest ever comebacks and it could be the defining moment of this Grand Slam if Halep was to prevail victorious with the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen trophy. (more...)
Odell Beckham Jr.'s Desire For New Contract Causing Hold Out
- June 09, 2017
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham hasn't been practicing with the team, but it doesn't look like that has hurt his long-term value or their plans for him. 1: Over the past three National Football League seasons, there have been 10 instances of a wide receiver putting up at least 91 catches, 1,300 receiving yards and 10 touchdown catches. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham hasn't been practicing with the team, but it doesn't look like that has hurt his long-term value or their plans for him. 1: Over the past three National Football League seasons, there have been 10 instances of a wide receiver putting up at least 91 catches, 1,300 receiving yards and 10 touchdown catches. (more...)
Whataburger trolls Cavaliers after devastating Game 3 loss
- June 09, 2017
James had 39 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists, but his attempt at a tying 3-pointer was blocked by Andre Iguodala and James stepped out of bounds after recovering it, slamming the ball to the court in frustration. But glad I was able to knock that down". "We have been asked about it, we talked about it since The Finals last year that the last season was a very unique year, for a lot of different reasons, and we learned a lot", Curry said. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
James had 39 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists, but his attempt at a tying 3-pointer was blocked by Andre Iguodala and James stepped out of bounds after recovering it, slamming the ball to the court in frustration. But glad I was able to knock that down". "We have been asked about it, we talked about it since The Finals last year that the last season was a very unique year, for a lot of different reasons, and we learned a lot", Curry said. (more...)
Stephen Curry Celebrates Kevin Durant Shot … By Taking Fake Poop On Court?
- June 09, 2017
The Golden State Warriors are famous for blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2016 NBA Finals . Update: J.R. Smith told Cleveland.com that while he does believe the Cavs can still win this series, he did not send out this tweet and was hacked - " I'm smarter than that ", he said. (more...)
- June 09, 2017
The Golden State Warriors are famous for blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2016 NBA Finals . Update: J.R. Smith told Cleveland.com that while he does believe the Cavs can still win this series, he did not send out this tweet and was hacked - " I'm smarter than that ", he said. (more...)
Edelman, Pats agree on extension
- June 09, 2017
The 31-year-old receiver is coming off of his best season as a pro, catching 98 passes for a career-high 1,106 yards and three touchdowns. The Patriots and Julian Edelman are "moving toward" a contract extension that is expected to be completed "in the next day or so", NFL Media's Mike Garafolo reported Thursday, citing sources . (more...)
- June 09, 2017
The 31-year-old receiver is coming off of his best season as a pro, catching 98 passes for a career-high 1,106 yards and three touchdowns. The Patriots and Julian Edelman are "moving toward" a contract extension that is expected to be completed "in the next day or so", NFL Media's Mike Garafolo reported Thursday, citing sources . (more...)
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