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Donovan Mitchell wins 2018 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
- February 18, 2018
In 55 games (47 starts) in his first National Basketball Association season, Mitchell is averaging a team-best and rookie-leading 19.6 points, along with 3.5 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 32.1 minutes per game. "He's my favorite comedian". The stunt was the highlight of an otherwise poor dunk contest for Oladipo. "I get to sit up here and talk about what's really important". (more...)
- February 18, 2018
In 55 games (47 starts) in his first National Basketball Association season, Mitchell is averaging a team-best and rookie-leading 19.6 points, along with 3.5 assists, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 32.1 minutes per game. "He's my favorite comedian". The stunt was the highlight of an otherwise poor dunk contest for Oladipo. "I get to sit up here and talk about what's really important". (more...)
Elise Christie won't make a decision until Tuesday over Winter Olympics future
- February 18, 2018
Elise Christie's Olympic hoodoo continues after crashing out and being hospitalised as a precaution with injury on the final corner of her semi-final in the Women's 1500m short-track speed skating at the Gangneung Ice Arena. "When it's something you've worked on, for someone to knock you over, it seems so unfair.at least I can go home and think I didn't make any mistakes but it still sucks". (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Elise Christie's Olympic hoodoo continues after crashing out and being hospitalised as a precaution with injury on the final corner of her semi-final in the Women's 1500m short-track speed skating at the Gangneung Ice Arena. "When it's something you've worked on, for someone to knock you over, it seems so unfair.at least I can go home and think I didn't make any mistakes but it still sucks". (more...)
How Much Do Team USA Olympic Medalists Earn for Winter Games Wins?
- February 18, 2018
But there should be more medals coming from short track. Ice dancers and flag bearers Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue could pick up a medal in their event , along with fellow figure skaters Kaetlyn Osmond and Gabrielle Daleman. "It is still unbelievable that I got the gold medal ". Conditions were clear and calm on Thursday, and International Olympic Committee spokesman Mark Adams said there are no concerns as of yet with fitting delayed events into the schedule. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
But there should be more medals coming from short track. Ice dancers and flag bearers Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue could pick up a medal in their event , along with fellow figure skaters Kaetlyn Osmond and Gabrielle Daleman. "It is still unbelievable that I got the gold medal ". Conditions were clear and calm on Thursday, and International Olympic Committee spokesman Mark Adams said there are no concerns as of yet with fitting delayed events into the schedule. (more...)
Goepper Salvages Silver for United States in Ski Slopestyle
- February 18, 2018
On his final run, he was technically strong on the rails. In danger of completely missing the podium in his second Olympics appearance, Goepper pulled off a masterful performance during his final run to earn a 93.60. Beaulieu-Marchand, 49th in the World Cup rankings, was a surprise bronze medallist, his 92.40 second run leaving him looking stunned as he stood on the podium. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
On his final run, he was technically strong on the rails. In danger of completely missing the podium in his second Olympics appearance, Goepper pulled off a masterful performance during his final run to earn a 93.60. Beaulieu-Marchand, 49th in the World Cup rankings, was a surprise bronze medallist, his 92.40 second run leaving him looking stunned as he stood on the podium. (more...)
Asa Miller finishes 70th in Olympic Alpine skiing
- February 18, 2018
The 33-year-old Olympian has won two gold medals in previous years and is the only USA alpine skier to have two golds. He has won 55 World Cup races - the second-most of all time - and is now the reigning Olympic, World Cup and world champion in the giant slalom. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
The 33-year-old Olympian has won two gold medals in previous years and is the only USA alpine skier to have two golds. He has won 55 World Cup races - the second-most of all time - and is now the reigning Olympic, World Cup and world champion in the giant slalom. (more...)
Winter Olympics 2018: Veith admirably gracious after Ledecka snatches gold
- February 18, 2018
Moments after 22-year-old's unlikely triumph, the origin of her skis remained unclear with Ledecka telling a post-race news conference: "I hope these are mine". This still didn't make much of a difference for Ledecka, as she had never finished higher than 29th in the event. "I knew it was possible, but I didn't expect it". (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Moments after 22-year-old's unlikely triumph, the origin of her skis remained unclear with Ledecka telling a post-race news conference: "I hope these are mine". This still didn't make much of a difference for Ledecka, as she had never finished higher than 29th in the event. "I knew it was possible, but I didn't expect it". (more...)
New Zealand advance to final despite two-run loss to England
- February 18, 2018
The Irish-born 31-year-old has only just returned from a groin injury that kept him out of England's prior 12-run loss to New Zealand in Wellington. However, Morgan played a superb finishing role hitting four sixes in the final overs with cameos from David Willey (10), Liam Dawson (10) and Chris Jordan (6 not out) helping England reach 194 for seven in the 20 overs. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
The Irish-born 31-year-old has only just returned from a groin injury that kept him out of England's prior 12-run loss to New Zealand in Wellington. However, Morgan played a superb finishing role hitting four sixes in the final overs with cameos from David Willey (10), Liam Dawson (10) and Chris Jordan (6 not out) helping England reach 194 for seven in the 20 overs. (more...)
Pakistani women cricketers praise Indian captain Kohli on Twitter
- February 18, 2018
Shardul Thakur was the pick of the bowlers for India as he bagged a four-wicket haul after being called in the squad as Bhuvneshwar Kumar's replacement. If anything‚ I always look to help my team in any way that I can. "We want to put ourselves in a situation that we might encounter in a very important game to come. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Shardul Thakur was the pick of the bowlers for India as he bagged a four-wicket haul after being called in the squad as Bhuvneshwar Kumar's replacement. If anything‚ I always look to help my team in any way that I can. "We want to put ourselves in a situation that we might encounter in a very important game to come. (more...)
Champions League: Manchester City thrash Basel 4-0, make history
- February 18, 2018
Guardiola also paid tribute to Gundogan, who might even have claimed a hat-trick had Tomas Vaclik not saved from him in the closing stages. City captain Vincent Kompany added: "We played against a back five and they're similar to Chelsea the way they get out, so as a back four you are stretched". (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Guardiola also paid tribute to Gundogan, who might even have claimed a hat-trick had Tomas Vaclik not saved from him in the closing stages. City captain Vincent Kompany added: "We played against a back five and they're similar to Chelsea the way they get out, so as a back four you are stretched". (more...)
Live Score, India vs South Africa, 1st T20
- February 18, 2018
After ending up on the receiving end of the ODI series which India won 5-1, the Proteas will be looking to change their fortunes in the upcoming T20 series. "T20 cricket is a game of small margins and there has been a great deal of learning that has taken place over the last few days". Check the official partner's channels Sony Ten 1 , Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 3 , Sony Ten 3 HD for the live coverage. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
After ending up on the receiving end of the ODI series which India won 5-1, the Proteas will be looking to change their fortunes in the upcoming T20 series. "T20 cricket is a game of small margins and there has been a great deal of learning that has taken place over the last few days". Check the official partner's channels Sony Ten 1 , Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 3 , Sony Ten 3 HD for the live coverage. (more...)
Jose Mourinho Replies To Speculation About Paul Pogba's Unhappiness
- February 18, 2018
However, there wasn't such positive news on Marcus Rashford as Mourinho has revealed the striker has failed to recover from the muscle injury that kept him out of the defeat at Newcastle United last time out. Martial, who replaced Alexis Sanchez in the 75th-minute, was unmarked and in acres of space on the left-wing, yet Matic chose to attempt a through ball to Jesse Lingard. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
However, there wasn't such positive news on Marcus Rashford as Mourinho has revealed the striker has failed to recover from the muscle injury that kept him out of the defeat at Newcastle United last time out. Martial, who replaced Alexis Sanchez in the 75th-minute, was unmarked and in acres of space on the left-wing, yet Matic chose to attempt a through ball to Jesse Lingard. (more...)
Guardiola wary of Wigan as Jesus returns to Man City training
- February 18, 2018
Guardiola said: "I think the club made a statement and it was so clear what happened. It's great news for this country that the Premier League teams are doing so well in Europe", the Spaniard said. This season, Morsy has been a regular player for Wigan featuring in 33 games and capping it with three goals in all competitions. The Chilean has played in all previous domestic cup matches this season as Guardiola has opted to rest first-choice Ederson. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Guardiola said: "I think the club made a statement and it was so clear what happened. It's great news for this country that the Premier League teams are doing so well in Europe", the Spaniard said. This season, Morsy has been a regular player for Wigan featuring in 33 games and capping it with three goals in all competitions. The Chilean has played in all previous domestic cup matches this season as Guardiola has opted to rest first-choice Ederson. (more...)
Czech skier who won Super G was using Mikaela Shiffrin's skis
- February 18, 2018
Lindsey Vonn returned to the slopes at the Olympics for the first time since 2010, and her first event did not go as hoped. But she failed to live her dream when she set the time at 1:21.49, soon bested by several other competitors. As the 33-year-old, who had warned she was coming into the Games on a "hot streak" in a bid to repeat her Vancouver downhill gold , came across the line, she knew that that mistake had cost her dearly. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Lindsey Vonn returned to the slopes at the Olympics for the first time since 2010, and her first event did not go as hoped. But she failed to live her dream when she set the time at 1:21.49, soon bested by several other competitors. As the 33-year-old, who had warned she was coming into the Games on a "hot streak" in a bid to repeat her Vancouver downhill gold , came across the line, she knew that that mistake had cost her dearly. (more...)
Valverde claims Chelsea have one big advantage over Barcelona
- February 18, 2018
It was somewhat surprising that Ernesto Valverde named the veteran in his starting lineup for this game, given that Barcelona face Chelsea in the Champions League next week, but this was a demonstration of Andres Iniesta's importance to his team. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
It was somewhat surprising that Ernesto Valverde named the veteran in his starting lineup for this game, given that Barcelona face Chelsea in the Champions League next week, but this was a demonstration of Andres Iniesta's importance to his team. (more...)
Locadia benefiting from ´competitive´ Brighton - Hughton
- February 18, 2018
League Two Coventry - winners in 1987 - are now 63 places below the Premier League Seagulls in the football pyramid ahead of Saturday's fifth-round clash at the Amex Stadium . Record signing Jurgen Locadia is expected to start for the first time since joining from PSV in January for £14 million. "If we didn't go into the game feeling it was winnable then there would be no point going". (more...)
- February 18, 2018
League Two Coventry - winners in 1987 - are now 63 places below the Premier League Seagulls in the football pyramid ahead of Saturday's fifth-round clash at the Amex Stadium . Record signing Jurgen Locadia is expected to start for the first time since joining from PSV in January for £14 million. "If we didn't go into the game feeling it was winnable then there would be no point going". (more...)
Krueger's silver ends USA speedskating medal drought
- February 18, 2018
Those performances have contributed to the US being on pace for one of its worst medal showings in modern Winter Games history. Krueger and ultimate gold medalist Samuel Girard of Canada were the only competitors left standing in the men's 1,000-meter short-track final after a crash temporarily wiped out the rest of the field. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Those performances have contributed to the US being on pace for one of its worst medal showings in modern Winter Games history. Krueger and ultimate gold medalist Samuel Girard of Canada were the only competitors left standing in the men's 1,000-meter short-track final after a crash temporarily wiped out the rest of the field. (more...)
Sally Field tries to set her son up with Olympian Adam Rippon
- February 18, 2018
Rippon, the fist openly gay figure skater to compete at the Olympics , quickly became a fan favorite of the Winter Games as he performed to music by Coldplay (and, back in December, to Rihanna ), attributed his athletic prowess to " witchcraft ", and threw shade at Vice President Mike Pence . (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Rippon, the fist openly gay figure skater to compete at the Olympics , quickly became a fan favorite of the Winter Games as he performed to music by Coldplay (and, back in December, to Rihanna ), attributed his athletic prowess to " witchcraft ", and threw shade at Vice President Mike Pence . (more...)
LeBron James responds to Laura Ingraham on Instagram
- February 18, 2018
James added that he believed Ingraham's response to his comments only made their necessity more apparent, and spoke about why he believed it was important to use his platform to speak out . "Millions elected Trump to be there coach, so keep the political commentary to yourself or as someone once said 'shut up and dribble, '" Ingraham said. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
James added that he believed Ingraham's response to his comments only made their necessity more apparent, and spoke about why he believed it was important to use his platform to speak out . "Millions elected Trump to be there coach, so keep the political commentary to yourself or as someone once said 'shut up and dribble, '" Ingraham said. (more...)
Paul Pogba Out Of Manchester United's FA Cup Match At Huddersfield
- February 18, 2018
Pogba had failed to travel for the tie, reporting sick on the morning of the game and leading United to take the highly unusual step of making an official announcement that he would be unavailable due to illness. They looked good in their build-up play, had their stadium rocking, and had several attempts on goal, but couldn't make the difference where it mattered. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Pogba had failed to travel for the tie, reporting sick on the morning of the game and leading United to take the highly unusual step of making an official announcement that he would be unavailable due to illness. They looked good in their build-up play, had their stadium rocking, and had several attempts on goal, but couldn't make the difference where it mattered. (more...)
Australia beat New Zealand with record Twenty20 run chase in Auckland
- February 18, 2018
Nearly 500 runs were scored overall at Eden Park in an extraordinary display of sustained power-hitting. Australia chased 243 - a world-record in T20 internationals - to clinch a stunning victory over New Zealand and offer England a surprising reprieve in the Tri-Series. (more...)
- February 18, 2018
Nearly 500 runs were scored overall at Eden Park in an extraordinary display of sustained power-hitting. Australia chased 243 - a world-record in T20 internationals - to clinch a stunning victory over New Zealand and offer England a surprising reprieve in the Tri-Series. (more...)
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