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James Harden, Russell Westbrook Lead Rockets to OT Comeback Win vs. Mavericks

James Harden posted 49 points on 14-of-20 shooting (18-of-21 from the free-throw line) as the Houston Rockets overcame a late fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Dallas Mavericks in overtime, 153-149... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/33aiUwq

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks Are Built for the Bubble

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are designed for this. Obviously, no organization constructs a roster and installs a system made to thrive in a 22-team, neutral-site bubble during a pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3k2ORfW

Smart: Refs overturned call to keep Giannis in

Celtics guard Marcus Smart was critical of the officials after Friday's loss, saying they overturned a charging call against Giannis Antetokounmpo because it would have been his sixth foul. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33rX3Rp

Smart: Refs overturned call to keep Giannis in

Celtics guard Marcus Smart was critical of the officials after Friday's loss, saying they overturned a charging call against Giannis Antetokounmpo because it would have been his sixth foul. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33rX3Rp

Spurs' Gregg Popovich on Standing During Anthem: 'I Reacted the Way I Wanted To'

NBA players, coaches and referees have knelt during the national anthem in silent protest of systemic racism prior to regular-season games taking place during the league's restart portion, although there have been a few exceptions... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2BRtm0C

Yankees' Tommy Kahnle to Undergo Tommy John Surgery on Elbow Injury

The New York Yankees' bullpen suffered a massive blow Friday with manager Aaron Boone announcing right-hander Tommy Kahnle will undergo Tommy John surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2XgLQPq

Knicks Rumors: NY Considering Expanding Player Development Staff Under Thibodeau

The New York Knicks will remake their staff to Tom Thibodeau 's liking. Following the hiring of New York's latest head coach, Ian Begley of SNY reported Friday the club is ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/33f4cV1

Blazers' Nurkic stars in return despite heavy heart

After scoring 18 points to go with 9 rebounds, 6 blocks and 5 assists in his first game since breaking his leg in 2019, Portland's Jusuf Nurkic revealed his grandmother is hospitalized in a coma because of COVID-19. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3160mux

Liberty await word on severity of Ionescu injury

Sabrina Ionescu was sent to a local hospital for additional tests on an ankle she badly turned in Friday night's game vs. Atlanta. There was no immediate word on the severity of the injury. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fgfFWI

Illinois' Dosunmu says he's returning to chase title

Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu announced Friday that he plans to withdraw his name from the NBA draft to return to the school for his junior season, saying on Twitter that he needs "that national championship." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30eLYRw

Blazers' Nurkic stars in return despite heavy heart

After scoring 18 points to go with 9 rebounds, 6 blocks and 5 assists in his first game since breaking his leg in 2019, Portland's Jusuf Nurkic revealed his grandmother is hospitalized in a coma because of COVID-19. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3160mux

Ionescu sent to hospital for X-rays on ankle injury

Sabrina Ionescu was sent to a local hospital to undergo X-rays on an ankle she badly turned in Friday night's game vs. Atlanta. There was no immediate word on the severity of the injury. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fgfFWI

Illinois' Dosunmu says he's returning to chase title

Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu announced Friday that he plans to withdraw his name from the NBA draft to return to the school for his junior season, saying on Twitter than he needs "that national championship." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30eLYRw

Twins' Josh Donaldson Exits vs. Indians with Calf Injury

Minnesota Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson suffered right calf tightness and was forced to leave his team's game against the Cleveland Indians on Friday, per Dan Hayes of The Athletic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30mtnTP

Sabrina Ionescu: 'Meant a Lot' to Hear from LeBron, More NBA Stars After Debut

New York Liberty rookie guard Sabrina Ionescu discussed her opening two professional games, hearing from current and former NBA stars following her debut and facing off against ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hTylNB

Giannis' Dominance Powers Bucks Past Struggling Jayson Tatum, Celtics in Win

The Milwaukee Bucks proved why they're atop the league standings in their first game back from the NBA 's hiatus, taking down the Boston Celtics, 119-112, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3k1pY4w

Isaac 1st in NBA bubble to stand during anthem

Magic big man Jonathan Isaac cited his faith in explaining his decision to stand during the anthem and not wear a Black Lives Matter T-shirt over his jersey before Friday's game against the Nets. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39Jii1S

Isaac 1st in NBA bubble to stand during anthem

Magic big man Jonathan Isaac cited his faith in explaining his decision to stand during the anthem and not wear a Black Lives Matter T-shirt over his jersey before Friday's game against the Nets. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39Jii1S

Liberty's Sabrina Ionescu Carried off with Apparent Ankle Injury vs. Dream

New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu was carried off the court after suffering an apparent ankle injury against the Atlanta Dream on Friday, per Myron Medcalf of ESPN... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30fkIlW

Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic Says Grandmother Hannah in Coma Due to COVID-19

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jusuf Nurkic didn't want to talk basketball immediately after playing his first regular-season game in more than a year Friday. He wanted to talk about the novel coronavirus... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fj6G6Q

WWE SmackDown Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 31

The July 31 edition of Friday Night SmackDown promised a pair of major championship matches as well as a massive return from Mr. Money in the Bank. AJ Styles put his WWE Intercontinental Championship on the line against Gran Metalik... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30hFfX9

Video: Browns' Odell Beckham Jr. Shows off Massive Shoe Collection, Closet on IG

In addition to the many other ways Odell Beckham Jr. is just different from an average person, he also clearly never takes a loss on the SNKRS app... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2BLXPNq

Griffin: Pelicans' Zion Williamson Won't Play 'Significant Minutes' vs. Clippers

New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin told reporters that superstar rookie forward Zion Williamson will not play "significant minutes" against the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fjWfju

MLS Is Back Tournament 2020 Results: Philadelphia Advances to Semifinals

The Philadelphia Union are off to the semifinals. Led by Sergio Santos' two goals, the Union knocked off Sporting KC 3-1 on Thursday and advanced in the MLS is Back Tournament... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fhLFcV

Lakers, Clippers Kneel During National Anthem Before Opener at NBA Restart

The Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers players, along with their coaching staffs and NBA game officials, knelt during the national anthem ahead of their game Thursday night... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hTh9Yq

Follow live: LeBron, Lakers resume Los Angeles rivalry with Clips in Orlando

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Jazz, Pels kneel during anthem as NBA returns

All players, coaches and the three referees knelt during the national anthem before the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans played the NBA's first game since the coronavirus pandemic caused a stoppage. All players wore shirts stating "Black Lives Matter." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3ffU9Bk

Follow live: LeBron, Lakers resume Los Angeles rivalry with Clips in Orlando

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Jazz, Pels kneel during anthem as NBA returns

All players, coaches and the three referees knelt during the national anthem before the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans played the NBA's first game since the coronavirus pandemic caused a stoppage. All players wore shirts stating "Black Lives Matter." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3ffU9Bk

Report: Big Ten Advised Schools 2020 Football Season May Not Be Played in Fall

There reportedly may not be Big Ten football this fall. According to Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated , the league has "advised" schools that there still might not be a football season during the fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3ggSsES

Jamal Adams: 'Nothing but Love' for Jets' Le'Veon Bell After Twitter Exchange

Jamal Adams had a tiff with former New York Jets teammate Le'Veon Bell on social media this week, but it doesn't appear any hard feelings are lingering for him. Adams said Thursday on SportsCenter: "It's nothing but love for Le'Veon... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hTf7aK

Rudy Gobert's FTs Lead Jazz Past Zion Williamson, Pelicans in Restart Opener

Rudy Gobert knocked down two free throws with 6.9 seconds remaining as the Utah Jazz defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, 104-102 in the first regular season game of the NBA 's 2019-20 restart at Walt Disney World near Orlando, Florida... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3f9d8NW

Travis Kelce Rips Patrick Mahomes' NFL Network Top 100 Ranking: 'It's TV Land'

When Patrick Mahomes came in as the fourth-best player in the NFL 100 list, people were...perplexed. None more so than Kansas City Chiefs teammate Travis Kelce. "It's TV land, man," Kelce told reporters Thursday during a conference call... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2PbNZYw

Yankees' Gleyber Torres Exits vs. Orioles with Elbow Injury

New York Yankees shortstop Gleyber Torres left his team's road game against the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday with a right elbow injury, per Bryan Hoch of MLB .com... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jZbEt2

Cowboys Have '100 Percent Belief' in Dak Prescott, Stephen Jones Says

The Dallas Cowboys were unable to sign Dak Prescott to a multiyear deal before the deadline for franchise-tagged players, but the team still believes he has a bright future with the organization... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30jbJQR

Enes Kanter Gets 'Thousands' of Death Threats Daily from Erdogan Supporters

Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter revealed some of the thousands of death threats he receives from supporters of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CUKHX3

Sources: MLB reduces doubleheaders to 7 innings

MLB and its players association have agreed to shorten doubleheaders to seven innings starting Saturday, sources said. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P7M47d

Sources: MLB reduces doubleheaders to 7 innings

MLB and its players association have agreed to shorten doubleheaders to seven innings starting Aug. 1, sources said. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P7M47d

Angels' Mike Trout Placed on Paternity List Ahead of Game vs. Mariners

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout has been placed on paternity leave, the team announced Thursday. The 28-year-old has gotten off to a nice start in the shortened 2020 season, hitting ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jZoHdY

Report: MLB, MLBPA Agree to 7-Inning Doubleheaders Starting in August

Major League Baseball is attempting to squeeze in a 60-game season after play was originally suspended because of the COVID-19 pandemic, which could mean more doubleheaders when games are rained out... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3ggJEPk

Kevin Durant Praises Pelicans' Brandon Ingram as a 'Different Breed'

New Orleans Pelicans star Brandon Ingram hit the ground running during Thursday's opening game of the NBA restart against the Utah Jazz , and folks took notice... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hSKDWC

Clippers' Patrick Beverley to Play in Opener vs. Lakers, Doc Rivers Says

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Patrick Beverley will play in his team's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday, per Clips head coach Doc Rivers to reporters (h/t Andrew Greif of the Los Angeles Times )... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Dl4Q8m

Anthony Davis Will Play in Lakers vs. Clippers After Eye Injury, Per Frank Vogel

The Los Angeles Lakers will have their superstar big man for Thursday's game against the Clippers. According to Tania Ganguli of the Los Angeles Times , Lakers head coach ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fdkNL5

New MLB rules punish electronic sign-stealing

Players and team personnel who steal signs electronically will be disciplined under a new set of rules. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3geZme7

How the SEC's scheduling decision affects the ACC, Big 12, College Football Playoff and more

The SEC has joined the Big Ten and Pac-12 in moving to a conference-only schedule, which means some historic rivalry games against the ACC won't be played. What else does the league's decision mean? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jZlTO3

Koepka shoots 62 for first-round lead at FedEx

Brooks Koepka matched his career best with an 8-under 62 to take the first-round lead at the FedEx St. Jude Invitational. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3graNz6

The 5 Tournament 2020: Championship Winner, Prize Money and Reaction

Sacramento took home The 5 Tournament title with an 81-74 win over Toronto in Wednesday's championship game... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hMyEK2

Report: Dodgers Have 'Absolute Outrage' and 'Shock' over Joe Kelly's Suspension

The Los Angeles Dodgers were unhappy with Major League Baseball's discipline for reliever Joe Kelly after his actions during Tuesday's game against the Houston Astros ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fjUdQJ

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes Responds to Being Ranked No. 4 in NFL Network's Top 100

The last thing the rest of the NFL needed to do was give Patrick Mahomes a reason to be angry heading into the 2020 season. After the Kansas City Chiefs star came in at No... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2P8q6Rm

Hollywood Brown Slams Lamar Jackson's Madden Rating After NFL Network Ranking

After Lamar Jackson was voted by his peers as the best player in the NFL , Madden apparently has some explaining to do, according to Baltimore Ravens teammate Marquise Brown : The video game rated the Ravens star as the No... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2P7anSz

Kris Bryant, Cubs Defeated by Sonny Gray, Reds as Mike Moustakas Homers

The Chicago Cubs' three-game win streak is over. So is the Cincinnati Reds' four-game losing streak. The two National League Central rivals were heading in vastly different directions ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30V88r4

MLB Reportedly Considering 7-Inning Games for Doubleheaders Amid Pandemic

As Major League Baseball continues to play the 2020 season amid the coronavirus pandemic, one idea being discussed is shorter games for doubleheaders. Per ESPN... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/338GlGg

Lamar Jackson Ranks No. 1 in NFL Network Top 100 Players of 2020; Mahomes No. 4

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has assumed the top spot on the annual NFL Top 100 list after NFL Network revealed the final 10 choices Wednesday. The reigning NFL MVP did not make the player-selected 2019 list... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3gdAO59

MLB mulling 7-inning doubleheaders, source says

The MLB players' association is surveying members about shortened doubleheaders this year, and a source confirmed to ESPN that Major League Baseball is checking opinions among owners and general managers, with hopes for a decision by Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33789L7

MLB mulling 7-inning doubleheaders, source says

The MLB players' association is surveying members about shortened doubleheaders this year, and a source confirmed to ESPN that Major League Baseball is checking opinions at the owner and general manager levels, with hopes for a decision by Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/33789L7

What does ACC, Notre Dame decision mean for college football?

The ACC announced an 11-game schedule that features 10 conference games, one nonconference matchup and Notre Dame, so now what? We're here to answer all your questions about the upcoming ACC fall season and what it means for the rest of college football. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P3RT5s

2020 MLB World Series & Awards Predictions

MLB Awards NL MVP – SS Javier Baez – Chicago Cubs AL MVP – OF Mike Trout – Los Angeles Angels NL Cy Young – Mike Soroka – Atlanta Braves AL Cy Young – Mike Clevinger – Cleveland Indians NL Rookie of the Year – 3B Carter Kieboom – Washington Nationals AL Rookie of the Year – OF Luis Robert… from https://ift.tt/333Z1qR

National League West

* – indicates new to team + – indicates injury 1. Los Angeles Dodgers A stacked roster now has a former AL MVP in Mookie Betts to torment opposing pitchers. 2. Arizona Diamondbacks They took some important steps forward last season and now have Madison Bumgarner to anchor their staff. 3. San Diego Padres This… from https://ift.tt/39FUrAi

National League Central

* – indicates new to team + – indicates injury 1. St. Louis Cardinals Their pitching depth is solid and their lineup has a foundation around Paul Goldschmidt. 2. Cincinnati Reds They are the trending favorite to surprise folks around baseball. The moves they made were strategic considering their ballpark is a hitters paradise. 3.… from https://ift.tt/2D3nulj

National League East

* – indicates new to team + – indicates injury 1. Atlanta Braves They have stiff competition to repeat as division champs, but they have more elite talent at key positions than their division rivals. 2. Washington Nationals Not having Anthony Rendon in the middle of their lineup will hurt, but their pitching staff as… from https://ift.tt/33ey8QO

American League West

* – indicates new to team + – indicates injury 1. Oakland Athletics They certainly have the most upside at numerous positions, but will it translate into good things in October? 2. Houston Astros Their GM and Manager have both been fired from the sign stealing investigation. Can Dusty Baker keep them as contenders? 3.… from https://ift.tt/3faZDgO

American League Central

* – indicates new to team + – indicates injury 1. Minnesota Twins A high powered lineup with a slightly better pitching staff should keep them in the conversation. 2. Chicago White Sox They’ve put together an interesting blend of top tier talent with veterans that bring a winning attitude. 3. Cleveland Indians The window… from https://ift.tt/332Q7d8

American League East

* – indicates new to team + – indicates injury 1. New York Yankees A stacked lineup with a legitimate ace in Gerrit Cole and a deep bullpen has them atop the contender list in the American League. 2. Tampa Bay Rays Their pitching depth is almost unmatched in baseball. They’ll need to score plenty… from https://ift.tt/3hNfUKh

What does ACC, Notre Dame decision mean for college football?

The ACC announced an 11-game schedule that features 10 conference games, one nonconference matchup and Notre Dame, so now what? We're here to answer all your questions about the upcoming ACC fall season and what it means for the rest of college football. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2P3RT5s

Buccaneers Drop Hype Video of Tom Brady Working Out with Chris Godwin, More WRs

Football fans have to wait until Sept. 13 to see Tom Brady make his on-field debut for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers . The Bucs provided a taste of what that will look like on Wednesday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3gcLYHg

AEW Dynamite Results: Winners, Grades, Reactions and Highlights for July 29

Two blockbuster tag team matches and a TNT Championship Match headlined the July 29 episode of All Elite Wrestling Dynamite... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/337iZRt

WWE NXT Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 29

After Keith Lee relinquished the NXT North American Championship last week, William Regal announced a Ladder match at TakeOver 30 to determine the new champion... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/307XAWq

MLB Sends Harsh, but Fair Message with Joe Kelly Ban for Dodgers vs. Astros Spat

The Houston Astros cheated in their win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2017 World Series, and yet the Dodgers are the first to have a player suspended amid the fallout. That ought to be a grave injustice... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39KZuiT

NFL Training Camp Roundup: Clyde Edwards-Helaire Should Have Big Role in 2020

While NFL players have yet to take the practice field and won't do so for some time, training camps are technically in semi-full swing throughout the league... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39EOlQB

Joey Bosa, Chargers Reportedly Agree to Record 5-Year, $135M Contract

Joey Bosa is staying in Los Angeles for the long haul. The star defensive end signed a five-year, $135 million contract extension with the Chargers on Tuesday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fcTGzM

Report: Pelicans, Jazz Planning Joint Protest During National Anthem of 1st Game

The New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz are planning a joint protest for Thursday's game, featuring both teams kneeling during the national anthem, according to Malika Andrews of ESPN... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2PhipIV

Rockets' Eric Gordon Helped Off Floor After Suffering Ankle Injury in Scrimmage

Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon suffered an apparent left ankle injury during a scrimmage against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday, per Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2P2AOJ0

Sources: Bolts extend Bosa on 5 years, $135M

Joey Bosa has agreed to a five-year, $135 million extension with the Chargers that includes $102 million guaranteed, an NFL record for a defensive player, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gcfXyU

Sources: Pelicans, Jazz talk united anthem protest

The Pelicans and Jazz are discussing a plan to surround the on-court Black Lives Matter signage and kneel together during the playing of the national anthem for Thursday's NBA restart opener, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jW9Ktx

Zion's return to court a welcome sight for Pelicans

Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson had a light workload in his return to practice Tuesday following a four-day quarantine. Coach Alvin Gentry said the team will practice again Wednesday and evaluate Williamson's status for Thursday's NBA restart opener. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gdAG5y

Report: Yankees, Nationals, Phillies Will Be Paid for Games Missed Amid Outbreak

New York Yankees, Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies players " will be paid for any games they do not play" because of the Miami Marlins' COVID-19 outbreak , per The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and Jayson Stark ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/333ZSI7

49ers Rumors: Jordan Reed, Delanie Walker Have Received Interest from SF

Looking for more depth at tight end, the San Francisco 49ers have reportedly expressed interest in two veteran players. Per The Athletic's Matt Barrows , the 49ers have had "soft talks" with free agents Delanie Walker and Jordan Reed... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jMpyid

Lakers' Danny Green Talks Kawhi Leonard, NBA GOAT, Restart Bubble in B/R AMA

Los Angeles Lakers guard Danny Green is in a familiar position of trying to win a championship as the NBA heads into the season restart on Thursday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2DaNwD0

Roy Jones Jr. Says Mike Tyson Fight Will Be Like 'Playing with a Pit Bull Pup'

In theory, Roy Jones Jr. and Mike Tyson are only participating in an eight-round exhibition September 12. Yet Jones knows better than to expect a playful bout from the man who said "everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2X4X1L4

Zion's return to court a welcome sight for Pelicans

Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson had a light workload in his return to practice Tuesday following a four-day quarantine. Coach Alvin Gentry said the team will practice again Wednesday and evaluate Williamson's status for Thursday's NBA restart opener. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3gdAG5y

Valverde, De Jong and Llorente could be the difference for Spain's giants in UCL

In teams full of stars a decade their seniors, Fede Valverde, Frenkie de Jong and Marcos Llorente could take Spain's giants to Europe's summit. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hJQvRL

MLB puts the Marlins on pause: Here's everything we know right now

MLB postponed all Marlins games through the weekend and altered the schedule of four other teams. Just how much could the move impact the rest of the season? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/305EsbC

Valverde, De Jong and Llorente could be the difference for Spain's giants in UCL

In teams full of stars a decade their seniors, Fede Valverde, Frenkie de Jong and Marcos Llorente could take Spain's giants to Europe's summit. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hJQvRL

Former Olympic Cyclist Johann Lienhart Banned for Providing Son with PEDs

Former cyclist Johann Lienhart has been banned for 10 years after providing his son, Florian Lienhart, with illegal performance-enhancing substances, according to the Associated Press (via USA Today )... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2DbvZe3

NBA Players Who Make Debut in Bubble Reportedly Eligible for 2020-21 ROY Award

Players who make their NBA regular-season debuts during the league's 2019-20 season restart will still be eligible for the 2020-21 Rookie of the Year award, per ESPN's Tim Bontemps ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30U0JYZ

Browns to Livestream Training-Camp Practices, Interviews Amid Pandemic

Fans aren't permitted to attend NFL training-camp practices amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Cleveland Browns will attempt to bring their supporters as close to the action ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30WJvKz

MLS Announces No New Positive COVID-19 Tests for 3rd Consecutive Week

Major League Soccer registered zero positive results for COVID-19 in its latest round of testing over July 26-27 at its Orlando hotel, according to Mark J. Burns of the Sports Business Journal... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39yhcpO

Former GLOW Wrestler Beckie Mullen Dies at Age 55

Former professional wrestler Beckie Mullen, who was Sally The Farmer's Daughter in the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling promotion , died after suffering from kidney, colon and liver cancer, her daughter Brittani Rabay told TMZ Sports... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3f7VXMJ

NBPA's Michele Roberts Says NBA Might Need to Use a Bubble for 2020-21 Season

The NBA might need to get used to playing inside a bubble for the time being not just for the rest of this season—but possibly for the start of the next, too... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3305Zgx

MLB puts the Marlins on pause: Here's everything we know right now

MLB postponed all Marlins games through the weekend and altered the schedule of four other teams. Just how much could the move impact the rest of the season? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/305EsbC

Yankees agree to schedule change to face Orioles

Instead of hosting their home opener, the New York Yankees voted to travel to Baltimore to face the Orioles on Wednesday and Thursday after Major League Baseball worked to reset its schedule after the Marlins dealt with a coronavirus outbreak. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X3JCD9

NBPA's Roberts: Might need bubble for 2020-21

NBPA executive director Michele Roberts told ESPN on Tuesday that if things remain as they are with the coronavirus pandemic, the league likely will need to play next season in a bubble, too. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CXYv2L

Former 49ers player Stubblefield convicted of rape

Former 49ers player Dana Stubblefield was found guilty of rape by a Santa Clara County jury on Monday following a nine-month trial, and five years after the woman reported the 2015 sexual assault to police. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OYwpa8

Jon Lester Tosses 5 Hitless Innings, Anthony Rizzo Homers as Cubs Hold off Reds

The Chicago Cubs continued to play well against the National League Central to start a shortened 2020 season in which every game takes on more meaning... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/331EpiI

Kairi Sane Reflects on WWE Career in Farewell Message on Twitter

Kairi Sane appeared to signal the end of her run with WWE with a heartfelt message about her time in the company. Wrestling Observer Radio 's Dave Meltzer reported June 21 that Sane would soon be completing her final Raw taping... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3035fFu

Sacramento vs. Toronto Set for The 5 Tournament 2020 Final After Semifinals

The 5 Tournament final is set after Toronto and Sacramento were victorious in Monday's semifinal round. Sacramento entered the playoffs as the No. 1 seed and lived up to the billing with an 81-74 win over Miami... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jNkfPG

Dak Prescott Soars, Odell Beckham Falls in NFL Network Top 100 Players of 2020

Football fans are 30 players closer to finding out which player is the best in the league according to his peers. Players ranked Nos. 70 through 41 in the 2020 NFL Top 100 were revealed Monday on NFL Network... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2P3L6ZI

J.D. Martinez, Red Sox Fall to Mets as Pete Alonso, Michael Conforto Homer

The Boston Red Sox dropped their third game in a row, falling to the New York Mets 7-4 on Monday at Fenway Park... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fa47UK

Drew McIntyre Beats Dolph Ziggler, Retains WWE Championship on Raw

Drew McIntyre beat Dolph Ziggler in an Extreme Rules on Monday night's Raw to retain the WWE Championship. Ziggler threw everything he had at the champion, but it wasn't enough... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3g8stzv

Manfred says Marlins outbreak can be managed

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, saying that the Marlins' coronavirus outbreak in which at least 11 players and two coaches tested positive isn't a "nightmare" scenario for the league, remains confident that the health protocols put in place are working. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jINLpz

White open to Khabib picking last fight, even GSP

If Khabib Nurmagomedov does in fact wish to retire with a professional record of 30-0, UFC president Dana White "would do anything Khabib wanted to do" for a final fight, including Georges St-Pierre, White told ESPN on Monday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39xlE8c

Sasha Banks Beats Asuka, Wins Raw Women's Championship on WWE Raw

Sasha Banks beat Asuka by count-out on Monday night's episode of Raw to win the Raw Women's Championship in a rematch of their bout at Extreme Rules. Asuka had Banks in position for the Asuka Lock but was suddenly faced with a dilemma... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3g9bM75

Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman Homer to Power Astros to Win over Mariners

The Houston Astros got back on track following a loss and Justin Verlander's injury on Sunday with an 8-5 victory over the Seattle Mariners in Monday's American League West showdown at Minute Maid Park... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hI5dsB

The Titan Games 2020 Results: Will Sutton Defends Title on Mount Olympus

Will Sutton continues to stand tall atop Mount Olympus, but Courtney Roselle dethroned Haley Johnson on Monday's edition of The Titan Games . It looked like Sutton would have his hands full with challenger Josh Porter... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/307ob66

Top California prospect Watson commits to UCLA

Top-25 prospect Peyton Watson committed to UCLA on Monday, giving the Bruins the top-ranked player from the state of California for the first time since 2018. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X3rYPH

Manfred says Marlins outbreak can be managed

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, saying the Marlins' coronavirus outbreak in which 11 players and two coaches tested postive wasn't a "nightmare" scenario for the league, remains confident the health protocols put in place are working. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jINLpz

White open to Khabib picking last fight, even GSP

If Khabib Nurmagomedov does in fact wish to retire with a professional record of 30-0, UFC president Dana White "would do anything Khabib wanted to do" for a final fight, including Georges St-Pierre, White told ESPN on Monday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39xlE8c

Top California prospect Watson commits to UCLA

Top-25 prospect Peyton Watson committed to UCLA on Monday, giving the Bruins the top-ranked player from the state of California for the first time since 2018. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2X3rYPH

Ron Rivera: 'Bulls--t' to Say I Took Washington Football Team Job for the Money

Head coach Ron Rivera is not a fan of any narrative that suggests he only took the position with the Washington Football Team for money... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Dgm5HK

5-Star SF Peyton Watson Commits to UCLA over Arizona, Michigan, More

5-star forward Peyton Watson announced on Fox College Hoops on Monday that he will play college basketball at UCLA ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3f59ncc

Randy Orton Challenges Drew McIntyre to WWE Championship Match at SummerSlam

Having Edge removed from the equation for the foreseeable future, Randy Orton is setting his sights on WWE champion Drew McIntyre... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30Swodh

Wash. QB Smith to continue recovery on PUP list

Washington on Monday placed QB Alex Smith on the physically unable to perform list. In doing so, the team can take time to fully evaluate Smith, who required 17 surgeries after suffering a broken fibula and tibia in his right leg in November 2018. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jOjfum

Wash. QB Smith to continue recovery on PUP list

Washington on Monday placed QB Alex Smith on the physically unable to perform list. By doing so, the team can take time to fully evaluate Smith, who required 17 surgeries after suffering a broken fibula and tibia in his right leg in November 2018. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jOjfum

WWE Raw Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 27

WWE returned this week with another episode of Raw as the company prepares for the second-biggest pay-per-view of the year on August 23, SummerSlam... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/302601o

NFL Plans to Include Social Justice Messages in End Zone Borders for Week 1

The NFL will continue the fight against systemic racism during Week 1 of the 2020 season with a number of measures, including the messages "It Takes All of Us" and "End Racism" stenciled in the end zone borders... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/304aHHX

Garth Crooks' team of the season: De Bruyne, Vardy, Mane, Aubameyang, Sterling

Which defender is in the Paolo Maldini class? Which players should be featuring on the Ballon d'Or list? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the season. from BBC Sport - Football https://ift.tt/2OZtCxn

Cody Bellinger, Dodgers Fall to Giants Despite Julio Urias' Strong Start

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going for an eighth straight National League West crown, but they were unable to create early separation from the San Francisco Giants in their opening series... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CJCuF4

MLB Opening Weekend 2020 Results: Scores, Highlights and Reaction from Sunday

The final day of MLB opening weekend definitely did not disappoint. The Twins and White Sox tied a major league record by hitting the 10 run mark in a third straight series, as the Twins scored a whopping 14 runs to win the series 2-1... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30TBIgw

Russian doping: Athletes must be kept out of Tokyo Games, says whistleblower Rodchenkov

Doping whistleblower Grigory Rodchenkov says no Russian athletes should be allowed to participate in next year's Tokyo Games. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2P0KOCQ

Keenan Allen: Tyreek Hill, Mike Evans, Chris Godwin Are Not Better WRs Than Me

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is not pleased with his ranking on the NFL Network Top 100 players for 2020. Players 100 through 71 were revealed Sunday on NFL Network... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39vHLf7

Justin Verlander injury latest caution flag for Astros, MLB

With Houston's ace shelved and his season in jeopardy, the complexity of baseball's return became amplified. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g4v2T4

Celtics News: Kemba Walker Will Have Minutes Restriction at Restart Amid Injury

Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker played just nine minutes in his team's scrimmage Sunday against the Phoenix Suns. It'll be a while before he returns to his typical workload... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WYYQJm

Colin Kaepernick Takes Knee with Dr. Dre in Instagram Photo: 'Defiant'

Dr. Dre is in Colin Kaepernick 's corner. The hip-hop legend posted a photo of himself and Kaepernick kneeling with a one-word caption that said "Defiant" on his Instagram page: The choice of the word defiant is notable since Dr... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hFhLRC

Justin Verlander injury latest caution flag for Astros, MLB

With Houston's ace shelved and his season in jeopardy, the complexity of baseball's return became amplified. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g4v2T4

Kyler Murray Debuts, Myles Garrett Falls on NFL Network Top 100 Players of 2020

Kyler Murray is the 90th-best player in the NFL . At least according to his peers. Players 100 through 71 in the NFL Network top 100 players for 2020 were revealed Sunday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/300Hu0z

AEW's Chris Jericho Says WWE Return Is 'Not Going to Happen'

Chris Jericho doesn't see a return to WWE happening in his future, and he sounds at peace with it. The 49-year-old became a mainstay on pro wrestling's biggest circuit in the ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39zhJIa

MLS Is Back Tournament 2020 Results: New York City FC Advances to Quarterfinals

New York City FC is headed to the quarterfinals in the MLS is Back Tournament in Orlando, Florida. New York defeated Toronto FC in the first game of Sunday's round-of-16 doubleheader, ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ByD8of

What's old is new again: MLB teams bring back classic threads for 2020

The Rangers, Padres and other teams are showing off new unis that echo stylish threads from their past. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30NKNHU

Call of Duty 2020: Toronto Ultra's Top Plays, Prize Money

The final event of the Call of Duty League regular season, the Toronto Home Series, went all the way to a Game 5, Round 11, in what defined matches all weekend: Search and Destroy... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39tKcim

Report: Patrick Beverley Rejoins Clippers in NBA Bubble After Family Emergency

Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is reportedly back with the team in Orlando , Florida, after leaving the NBA bubble July 21 to tend to a family emergency... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/303jSZa

NFLers who attend 'high-risk' events face no pay

NFL players who contract the coronavirus through "high-risk" activity away from team facilities can face team discipline and may even be at risk of not being paid, according to the league's new protocol. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32Va8lE

What's old is new again: MLB teams bring back classic threads for 2020

The Rangers, Padres and other teams are showing off new unis that echo stylish threads from their past. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30NKNHU

NFLers who attend 'high-risk' events face no pay

NFL players who contract the coronavirus through "high-risk" activity away from team facilities can face team discipline and may even be at risk of not being paid, according to the league's new protocols. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32Va8lE

Thompson wins 3M Open, 2nd Tour win in 7 years

Michael Thompson, who entered the week 151st in the FedEx Cup standings, won the 3M Open by two strokes on Sunday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g264nD

Overwatch League 2020 Week 25: Chengdu Hunters' Top Plays, Prize Money

The Chengdu Hunters went from mediocre, yet intriguing, in 2019 to outright bad in 2020. But the league's meta has shifted to a faster pace and, suddenly, everyone's favorite masters of chaos have won three straight in the past two weeks... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2P1HGX2

Astros' Playoff Hopes Suddenly in Jeopardy After Justin Verlander Forearm Injury

Coming into the shortened 2020 season, the Houston Astros could have assumed that two Cy Young Award winners would anchor their otherwise thin starting rotation. Now they know that one of them will be out for a while... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hEnUNP

Cowboys' Jon'Vea Johnson Among 6 NFL Players Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List

Six players were placed on the NFL 's Reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ZZPPla

Thompson wins 3M Open, 2nd Tour win in 7 years

Michael Thompson, who entered the week 151st in the FedEx Cup standings, won the 3M Open by two strokes on Sunday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3g264nD

The Real Winners and Losers from UFC on ESPN 14

It was a compelling end to a game-changing month. The UFC shifted its base of operations from Las Vegas to the United Arab Emirates for the month of July, unveiling "Fight Island" ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39vSJkI

UFC on ESPN 14 Results: Robert Whittaker, Fabricio Werdum Headline Winners

Robert Whittaker picked up a unanimous-decision win over Darren Till to close out the UFC's July schedule from Fight Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Reaper earned a 48-47 score on all three judges' cards for the hard-fought decision... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2DbxfNW

Rudy Gobert on Drama with Donovan Mitchell: 'It's Time to Put It Behind'

As the Utah Jazz prepare to resume their season Thursday, All-Star center Rudy Gobert is doing his best to silence any questions about his relationship with Donovan Mitchell... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2P9sx6t

Matt Murray, More Chosen in Quebec City NHL Expansion Team Mock Draft

First came the name, then came the coach and now Bleacher Report's mock NHL expansion team has a full roster... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3f1pDef

Whittaker rebounds, edges Till in UFC main event

Robert Whittaker bounced back from his title defeat in October, edging Darren Till in a close unanimous decision Saturday night in Abu Dhabi. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f0hMhb

Whittaker edges Till on points in UFC main event

Robert Whittaker edged Darren Till in a close unanimous decision Saturday night in the main event of UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f0hMhb

Ole Miss LB Sam Williams Suspended After Being Charged with Sexual Battery

Linebacker Sam Williams has been suspended from the University of Mississippi Football team after being charged with sexual battery... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eYu0a8

Jadeveon Clowney Rumors: Seahawks Contract Unlikely After Jamal Adams Trade

Jadeveon Clowney may have to scratch another one of his potential suitors off his list of destinations for the 2020 season. Per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler , the Seattle Seahawks are unlikely to sign Clowney after their acquisition of Jamal Adams... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hGp3EF

Aaron Judge, Yankees Blown out 9-2 by Victor Robles, Nationals

The Washington Nationals have evened up their three-game series against the New York Yankees thanks to a 9-2 win on Saturday at Nationals Park. Following Thursday's rain-shortened 4-1 loss, the Nationals received bad news before first pitch today... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39F7d29

Adams, Seahawks seem like an ideal long-term partnership

The Seahawks' love of utilizing the box safety makes the All-Pro Adams a worthwhile investment. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hO9fQn

Adams, Seahawks seem like an ideal long-term partnership

The Seahawks' love of utilizing the box safety makes the All-Pro Adams a worthwhile investment. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hO9fQn

Blockbuster Jamal Adams Trade a Win-Win For Seahawks and Jets

It's been a good week for sports fans, with Major League Baseball taking center stage as its abbreviated season gets underway. But even before training camp begins, the NFL has once again stolen the spotlight—at least in Seattle and New York... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30PhFjk

Report: Kelechi Osemele, Chiefs Agree to Contract After Duvernay-Tardif Opts Out

The Kansas City Chiefs have found a new starting guard for the 2020 season after reportedly agreeing to a deal with Kelechi Osemele. Per Terez A. Paylor of Yahoo Sports, Osemele agreed to a one-year contract with the reigning Super Bowl champions... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30PHiAq

Retired NFL QB Brett Favre Pictured Playing Golf with Donald Trump

Brett Favre found a new golf buddy Saturday. The former Green Bay Packers quarterback hit the links with President Donald Trump, becoming the latest athlete to accompany the commander in chief on the course... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jFHdYV

Jazz's Rudy Gobert Says Fans on NBA Video Boards Reminds Him of 'Black Mirror'

The NBA's attempt to bring fans closer to games when the season resumes July 30 has drawn an interesting comparison from Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WXjidJ

NFL Rumors: Martavis Bryant Drawing Interest from Multiple Teams Amid Suspension

A number of NFL teams are reportedly interested in potentially signing suspended wide receiver Martavis Bryant , according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com, though he has yet to apply for reinstatement... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32VE3Ks

Russell Wilson Welcomes Jamal Adams to Seahawks on Twitter After Jets Trade

Based on his Twitter reaction, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is very excited about his newest teammate... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39tg1rt

Cody Bellinger, Dodgers Lose 5-3 to Giants After Alex Wood Struggles

The San Francisco Giants made it into the win column Saturday in their third attempt of the 2020 season... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Ee55T6

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Hurricane Hanna makes landfall in Texas, with winds reaching 90 mph 07/25/20 4:39 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert WATCH LIVE: 'Selma Salutes Congressman John Lewis' service takes place in Alabama, public viewing to follow 07/25/20 4:09 PM

Sources: NBA probes Williams' leave from bubble

Clippers guard Lou Williams is being questioned by NBA security about his actions while on an excused absence from the league's Orlando campus, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CFzsBL

Jets eliminate headache, set up future by trading Jamal Adams

The Jets got a package from the Seattle Seahawks that includes first-round picks in 2021 and 2022 for the disgruntled safety. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jz4lYW

Transfer Talk: Messi makes plea to bring Leeds' Bielsa to Barca

Lionel Messi has had it with Barca boss Quique Setien and has asked the club to bring in Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f01DrW

Round of 16 preview: How the clubs match up and who will reach the quarterfinals

Now that the MLS is Back group stage is wrapped up, we look ahead to the clubs who made it through to the round of 16 and how it will shake out. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eSN5dG

J.D. Martinez, Kevin Pillar Shine as Red Sox Crush Orioles 13-2

Looking to rebound after a disappointing 2019, the Boston Red Sox are off to a strong start with a 13-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park on Friday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30IHscV

Chiefs RG, who works as orderly, first to opt out

Chiefs starting right guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first NFL player to publicly announce that he is opting out of the season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WRBmFW

Ravens' Fluker told police girlfriend punched him

D.J. Fluker, the veteran offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, allegedly was the victim of a domestic assault earlier this month, according to police in Baltimore. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BuuAib

Chiefs RG, who works as orderly, first to opt out

Chiefs starting right guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first NFL player to publicly announce that he is opting out of the season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WRBmFW

Ravens' Fluker told police girlfriend punched him

D.J. Fluker, the veteran offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, allegedly was the victim of a domestic assault earlier this month, according to police in Baltimore. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2BuuAib

Chiefs' Laurent Duvernay-Tardif Becomes 1st NFL Player to Opt out of 2020 Season

The Kansas City Chiefs will play the 2020 season without starting guard Laurent Duvernay-Tardif , who announced he's opting out due to the coronavirus pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3f5ycFa

Adrian Wojnarowski: 'I Regretted' Sending 'F--k You' Email to Sen. Josh Hawley

Back from a two-week suspension, ESPN reporter Adrian Wojnarowski opened up to Andrew Marchand of the New York Post about the events that put him on the sideline... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CL3ynd

Kyle Hendricks Throws 3-Hit Gem as Cubs Beat Brewers 3-0 in Season Opener

The Chicago Cubs began the 2020 season on a high note with a 3-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in a showdown between two teams vying for supremacy in the National League Central... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WRxaq0

Ravens' D.J. Fluker Allegedly a Victim of Domestic Violence by Kimberly Davis

Baltimore Ravens guard D.J. Fluker was allegedly the victim of domestic violence by a woman he's had a long-term relationship with... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CBF5AR

Video: Cubs' Anthony Rizzo Gives Hand Sanitizer to Brewers' Orlando Arcia at 1B

Major League Baseball players are taking extra steps to be safe and healthy during the 2020 season, including sharing hand sanitizer on the field... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WTp4Ng

3M Open 2020: Michael Thompson, Richy Werenski Tied for Lead After Round 2

Michael Thompson and Richy Werenski have a share of the lead of the 3M Open through 36 holes at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eWd8R5

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Supreme Court denies Nevada church's appeal of attendance restriction amid coronavirus pandemic 07/24/20 5:49 PM

Zion reenters NBA bubble, will begin quarantine

Zion Williamson, who initially left the NBA campus on July 16 to tend to a family medical emergency, will now enter the NBA quarantine period before he can rejoin his Pelicans team. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2D0zl3k

Zion reenters NBA bubble, will begin quarantine

Zion Williamson, who initially left the NBA campus on July 16 to tend to a family medical emergency, will now enter the NBA quarantine period before he can rejoin his Pelicans team. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2D0zl3k

Sources: Ankle injury may end Mbappe's season

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Zion Williamson Rejoins Pelicans in NBA Bubble, Will Be Required to Quarantine

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson returned to the NBA bubble in Orlando , Florida, on Friday following a family emergency that required him to leave the campus of the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OXwjiQ

Alex Smith Cleared to Resume Full Football Activities After Leg-Injury Rehab

When the Washington Football Team reports to training camp next week, Alex Smith could be participating in football activities with the club... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WRjQ4Y

Report: NFLPA Says 12 Rookies Tested Positive for COVID-19 in Initial Screening

As first-year players get ready to report early to training camps, a number of them will be unable to participate in team activities... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Brgn5o

WWE SmackDown Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 24

The march toward SummerSlam for WWE 's SmackDown brand kicks off Friday night on Fox with an episode headlined by the culmination of Jeff Hardy 's feud with Sheamus and what may prove to be a renewed push for Naomi... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3gatIy0

New DH Cespedes blasts HR in return to lift Mets

Yoenis Cespedes homered for the first time since his last major league game in July 2018 to give the Mets a 1-0 win in their season opener. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hy3vtF

QB Smith cleared for full activity after broken leg

Washington quarterback Alex Smith, who suffered a devastating tibia and fibula fracture in 2018, has received clearance from his surgical team to return to full football activity. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/300bZE9

Sources: Ankle injury may end Mbappe's season

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Donovan Mitchell: Lack of Noise in Bubble Arena Stood out During Jazz Scrimmage

No fans in NBA arenas has been talked about for months after the season was suspended on March 11 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but it officially became a reality for Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell on Thursday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39oRy6J

Anthony Davis on LeBron James' Activism: When He Speaks the Whole World Listens

Los Angeles Lakers big man Anthony Davis noted Thursday the star power and influence that teammate and four-time NBA MVP LeBron James yields. "When he speaks, the whole world listens," Davis said, per Bill Oram of The Athletic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39mSVD3

Gerrit Cole, Giancarlo Stanton Power Yankees by Nationals in Rain-Soaked Opener

The 2020 Major League Baseball season began with a New York Yankees victory. New York started its campaign with a 4-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Thursday at Nationals ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jAygjy

Dodgers' Mookie Betts Kneels During National Anthem Before Season Opener

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts kneeled during the playing of the national anthem ahead of Thursday's Opening Day matchup against the San Francisco Giants , with teammates ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2BqHmOF

Recruit dons Boise St. face mask to reveal choice

Most high school recruits wear a hat when they pick a college. R.J. Keene chose to wear a mask. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fRkK8S

Lapchick: NBA plays leading role during coronavirus pandemic and racial reckoning

The NBA continues to set the bar when it comes to racial and gender hiring within male professional sports, according to an annual NBA racial and gender report card. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZUBTcl

Lapchick: NBA plays leading role during coronavirus pandemic and racial reckoning

The NBA continues to set the bar when it comes to racial and gender hiring within male professional sports, according to an annual NBA racial and gender report card. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZUBTcl

Barry Alvarez: Wisconsin Could Lose $100M If College Football Season Is Canceled

The Wisconsin athletic department is projected to lose $100 million in revenue if the 2020 college football season is not played amid the COVID-19 pandemic, per athletic director Barry Alvarez in a letter published on uwbadgers... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39oh0ZY

Former Oklahoma Coach John Blake Dies at Age 59

Former Oklahoma Sooners head football coach John Blake died Thursday at the age of 59. Former Oklahoma head coach Barry Switzer confirmed the news to Ryan Aber of The Oklahoman , who noted Blake died of heart failure... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hx3o1v

Lakers' LeBron James Demands Justice for Breonna Taylor, Says BLM Is a Lifestyle

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James wants the police who killed Breonna Taylor arrested. "We want the cops arrested who committed that crime" he said following Thursday's ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OTmByi

LeBron James Drops 12 as Lakers Fall to Luka Doncic, Mavericks in Scrimmage

LeBron James , Anthony Davis, Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis returned to action on Thursday as the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Dallas Mavericks in a scrimmage... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CG5f5e

Pacers' Victor Oladipo Still Undecided on Returning from Injury for NBA Restart

Victor Oladipo is in the NBA bubble in the Orlando , Florida, area. He's practicing with his teammates and participating in scrimmages. He's just still not sure if he'll rejoin the Indiana Pacers for the NBA restart... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ZTp8yv

3M Open 2020: Richy Werenski Shoots 63, Leads by 1 Stroke After 1st Round

After two consecutive weeks of Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio, frustrating players, the opening round of the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Minnesota offered a bit of a reprieve for the field... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hxj6d6

Nationals Players, Coaches Clear CDC Protocol After Juan Soto COVID-19 Diagnosis

Other Washington Nationals players and staff members have apparently cleared protocol from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention after Juan Soto tested positive for COVID-19... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39sbSnJ

MLB's 16-team playoffs: Winners, losers -- and is this a good thing?

Just when you thought this baseball season couldn't get any more wild, MLB is expanding the playoff field from 10 to 16 teams. We break it all down. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eWdKGk

Alvarez: Wisconsin to lose $100M if no football

In a letter to fans, Wisconsin athletic director Barry Alvarez wrote that the program faces "a great financial challenge" with the possibility the upcoming football season is canceled. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jzYr9Z

MLB's 16-team playoffs: Winners, losers -- and is this a good thing?

Just when you thought this baseball season couldn't get any more wild, MLB is expanding the playoff field from 10 to 16 teams. We break it all down. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eWdKGk

LeBron James Writes 'Justice for Breonna T' on Sneakers for Lakers vs. Mavs

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James wants justice for Breonna Taylor. James wrote "#Justice4BreonnaT" on his sneakers for Thursday's scrimmage against the Dallas Mavericks ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eT43J2

Report: NFL, NFLPA Still Negotiating Salary Cap, Opt-Outs, Training Camp Details

The NFL and its players association are reportedly still negotiating a number of topics, with players scheduled to report to training camp in less than a week... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WPXh0m

Green Bay, Packers' Lambeau Field Named Finalist to Host 2024 NFL Draft

The Green Bay Packers are among the finalists to host the 2024 NFL draft, team p resident and CEO Mark Murphy revealed on Thursday during a shareholders meeting . "I feel confident... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hxb6c4

Video: Dr. Anthony Fauci Throws out 1st Pitch Before Yankees vs. Nationals

It seemed only fitting that the first pitch of the shortened 2020 Major League Baseball season was thrown by someone who has been so integral in the country's fight against the COVID-19 pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39pEuOI

Sources: NFL, PA still negotiating 3 key issues

The NFL and NFLPA were still negotiating on three key points as they work to finalize an agreement on the rules and finances of the 2020 season and beyond. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CGQrDy

Alvarez: Wisconsin to lose $100M if no football

In a letter to fans, Wisconsin athletic director Barry Alvarez wrote that the program faces "a great financial challenge" with the possibility the upcoming football season is canceled. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3jzYr9Z

The Bubble Begins: What We Saw in the NBA's First Disney Scrimmages

In a strange way, Wednesday's NBA scrimmages in the Disney World bubble were as close to normalcy as can be... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Ee9GVD

Damian Lillard: Lakers' LeBron James Should Be NBA MVP After 'Dominant' Season

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard might play LeBron James ' Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA playoffs depending on how the seeding games unfold in Orlando, Florida, and he isn't about to give the King any bulletin board material... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jqbDhL

Bol double-doubles in debut, impresses Malone

Nuggets coach Mike said he was "proud" of rookie Bol Bol after the big man had 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks in his NBA debut in a scrimmage Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OTKBRz

Report: NFLPA Pushing to Spread Out Financial Hit Caused by COVID-19 Pandemic

The NFL Players Association is hoping to spread out any financial losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic over the duration of the 11-year collective bargaining agreement rather than absorbing it over the next two years... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ONjW95

West Bromwich Albion claim Prem spot in dramatic fashion

West Brom will be back in the Premier League after a 2-2 draw at home to QPR on Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fTrzqm

Cybersecurity at risk after hackers try to sabotage Premier League transfer deal

Push to tighten security after club director has email accessed Only an intervention from bank prevented club from losing £1m Professional sports organisations have been urged to tighten their cybersecurity after it was revealed hackers attempted to sabotage a Premier League transfer deal. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) said the email address of a Premier League club’s managing director had been hacked during a transfer negotiation and only intervention from the bank prevented the club losing around £1m. Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://ift.tt/3jwhSkc

Chelsea top-four destiny 'in our own hands', says defiant Frank Lampard

Manager stands firm after 5-3 defeat at champions Liverpool Chelsea need a point at home to Wolves on Sunday Frank Lampard backed Chelsea to handle the pressure of trying to qualify for the Champions League on the final day of the season and refused to criticise Kepa Arrizabalaga after the goalkeeper struggled against Liverpool, who marked lifting the Premier League trophy with a thrilling 5-3 victory at Anfield . Related: Liverpool fend off Chelsea fightback in 5-3 thriller before trophy celebrations Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://ift.tt/30BnbWN

Clippers-Magic scrimmage kicks off NBA restart

The Clippers and Magic got the 2019-20 season going again with Wednesday's scrimmage, which Doc Rivers said put the players "back in their natural habitat." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39mlLUc

West Bromwich Albion claim Prem spot in dramatic fashion

West Brom will be back in the Premier League after a 2-2 draw at home to QPR on Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fTrzqm

NXT's Keith Lee Announces He Will Relinquish North American Championship

The NXT North American Championship is now vacant after Keith Lee surrendered the title belt to open WWE NXT on Wednesday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jq4gH7

5-Star G Mikey Williams Names Top 10 Including 5 HBCUs, Kansas, More

Top 2023 prospect Mikey Williams released his top 10 schools on Twitter Wednesday: In addition to big programs like Kansas and USC, the guard also listed five historically ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eSWhP2

Rockets' Daryl Morey Jokes About Nuggets' Tall-Ball Lineup on Twitter

The Houston Rockets under head coach Mike D'Antoni and general manager Daryl Morey like to play small, with a starting lineup comprised of five players— James Harden , Russell Westbrook , P... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hv97Fg

Buccaneers' Tom Brady Calls on NFLPA to 'Demand Necessary Answers' from NFL

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady is keeping the faith but wants action from the NFL as it negotiates with the NFL Players Association on health and safety protocols for the 2020 season amid the COVID-19 pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30Brz8d

Clippers' Paul George Calls for Justice for Breonna Taylor, George Floyd

Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George used his media availability Wednesday to honor Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. "I take this time to give my condolences to the family of the Taylors... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eUAhDD

Tristan Wirfs, Buccaneers Reportedly Agree to 4-Year, $16.23M Rookie Contract

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and first-round pick Tristan Wirfs reached an agreement on a four-year, $16.23 million rookie-scale contract Wednesday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fTdPMn

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Says He Won't Compete in MMA Amid Conor McGregor Buzz

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. won't be getting in the Octagon if he does ever face Conor McGregor in a rematch. "No [I won't compete in MMA]," Mayweather said, per Zack Jones of Forbes ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ORciug

WWE NXT Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 22

The July 22 edition of WWE NXT promised a huge announcement. William Regal needed to bring some order to a new NXT with recently crowned champion Io Shirai and Keith Lee at the head... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eQd4T1

AEW Dynamite Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 23

All Elite Wrestling returned to holding a regular episode of Dynamite this week after the last three Wednesday's featured special shows for Fyter Fest and Fight For the Fallen... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hxRPax

Boxer James Hawley's Contract Terminated by MTK Global After Anti-LGBTQ Video

MTK Global dropped British middleweight boxer James Hawley as a client after Hawley made homophobic and transphobic comments on social media... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39l8WJz

Coronavirus pandemic 'shone light on unfair pay' in football, says DCMS committee report

A government report says football must "reset" after the coronavirus pandemic "shone a light on the culture of unfair pay" in the sport. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/3hoF5Tt

Trout says 'I'm playing'; Rendon (oblique) still out

Mike Trout has decided to play for the Angels, although his year will be interrupted by the birth of his first child in August. Offseason acquisition Anthony Rendon, meanwhile, is nursing an oblique injury that will keep him out a couple games. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hqRAxJ

Clippers-Magic scrimmage kicks off NBA restart

The Clippers and Magic got the 2019-20 season going again with Wednesday's scrimmage, which Doc Rivers said put the players "back in their natural habitat." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39mlLUc

NBA players steer conversation to Breonna Taylor

The pursuit of justice for Breonna Taylor has been a recurrent theme during interviews with NBA players this week from the Orlando bubble. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39rUX4U

Caruso skips sister's wedding, stays with Lakers

Despite the permission of the Lakers, reserve guard Alex Caruso elected to bypass his sister's wedding in Texas to stay with his team in the NBA restart bubble. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39gXYVu

Report: NBA Instituting 'Timeout Chairs' to Maintain Social Distancing in Games

The NBA will institute "timeout chairs" as part of its effort to maintain social distancing whenever possible amid the league's restart, which is taking place after a four-month hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32Gks0L

The 5 Tournament 2020 Results: Nate Robinson Can't Save Chicago, Miami Advances

The second series of games at The 5 Tournament in Las Vegas saw Sacramento and Texas stake their claims as the team to beat going forward... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eQ7aBo

Bucks' Giannis Says He's Focused on Getting Better, Winning Games Amid MVP Talk

A day after LeBron James made his MVP case by telling reporters "I've shown what I'm capable of doing", his biggest challenger is refusing to focus on the award at all... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39iw1ws

Devonta Freeman's Top Landing Spots Entering 2020 NFL Training Camps

Devonta Freeman has hired Drew Rosenhaus to serve as his agent, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter , as the veteran running back looks to catch on with a team before NFL training camps open next week... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39jLb4H

Sources: Wilf family emerges as top Wolves suitor

The Wilf family that owns the Minnesota Vikings has emerged as a serious candidate to buy the Minnesota Timberwolves, NFL sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eJjDa0

Giannis: No access to basketball hoop a ruse

Giannis Antetokounmpo admitted after Tuesday's practice that he said he didn't have access to a hoop only to gain an edge on his peers. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WIP7GS

Sources: Wilf family emerges as top Wolves suitor

The Wilf family that owns the Minnesota Vikings has emerged as a serious candidate to buy the Minnesota Timberwolves, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eJjDa0

Giannis: No access to basketball hoop a ruse

Giannis Antetokounmpo admitted after Tuesday's practice that he said he didn't have access to a hoop only to gain an edge on his peers. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WIP7GS

IMPACT Wrestling Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 21

IMPACT Wrestling's world changed Sunday night at Slammiversary, with new and familiar faces making their presences felt while the world, X-Division and Knockouts titles all changed hands... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jtbbiI

Report: Clippers' Patrick Beverley Leaves NBA Bubble for Family Emergency

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Patrick Beverley has left Walt Disney World, where the NBA is holding the remainder of its 2019-20 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic, to attend to an " emergency personal matter," per ESPN's Malika Andrews ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ZPqIkZ

Report: Vikings' Wilf Family 'Serious Candidate' to Buy Timberwolves

The Wilf family may own two of the professional sports teams in Minnesota in the near future. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter , the family that owns the NFL's Minnesota ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2E7Of8x

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Discusses Athletes Speaking on Social Issues on 'The Arena'

Basketball Hall of Famer, activist and writer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar delivered a monologue on TNT's The Arena Tuesday praising professional and amateur athletes who have spoken out for social justice... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3g1s15W

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Chicago shooting wounds at least 9 on South Side, police say 07/21/20 6:10 PM

Giants' Gabe Kapler Responds to Donald Trump's Comments on Kneeling

The president may not understand that kneeling during the national anthem as a means of protesting police brutality and systemic racism is not disrespecting the flag, country or military, but San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler does... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32HFFHS

5-Star Safety Recruit James Williams Commits to Miami over Georgia, More

Highly touted safety James Williams re-committed to Miami on Tuesday. Williams is the No. 1 athlete and No. 9 player in the 2021 recruiting class, per 247Sports' composite rankings ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ZMiwSH

Kings' Marvin Bagley III Won't Play in NBA Restart Because of Foot Injury

The Sacramento Kings ' chase for the postseason suffered another setback Tuesday night. The team announced that forward Marvin Bagley III will not be available for the NBA restart, according to James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jsHvlW

Devonta Freeman Wants NFL Contract in 'Immediate Future,' Drew Rosenhaus Says

Free-agent running back Devonta Freeman is looking to sign a deal as soon as possible with NFL training camps getting underway... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ON4J7X

Report: Donald Trump Urged Woody Johnson to Bring British Open to His Resort

President Donald Trump reportedly wanted to steer the British Open golf tournament to his Trump Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, a nd in an effort to do so, he reportedly tried ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hgzyOK

Bam Adebayo, Kendrick Nunn Rejoin Heat in NBA Restart Bubble After Delay

The Miami Heat are getting two of their most important players back just as the NBA is about to restart. Bam Adebayo and Kendrick Nunn have rejoined the club inside the league's bubble near Orlando, Florida, the team announced Tuesday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CZMWrq

Russell Wilson Hopes He'll Be Allowed in Delivery Room with Ciara amid COVID-19

Seattle Seahawks star Russell Wilson and singer Ciara are expecting their second child in the coming weeks, and the quarterback doesn't know if he'll be allowed into the hospital to witness the birth... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OHVYMF

Sources: NFL proposes pared down camp rosters

The NFL is proposing to set training camp rosters at 80 players instead of the typical 90. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2EafHmd

Votto among Reds players to kneel during anthem

Cincinnati Reds players Joey Votto, Amir Garrett, Phillip Ervin and Alex Blandino knelt during the national anthem before Tuesday's exhibition game. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Cs7Xvn

Nebraska Sued for Allegedly Mishandling Sexual Misconduct Complaints, More

Nine women, including former University of Nebraska volleyball player Capri Davis, filed a lawsuit against the school in the U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska on Monday saying it mishandled complaints of sexual assault and harassment... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CwO2ez

Karl-Anthony Towns Pays Tribute to Late Mother Jacqueline Cruz on Her Birthday

Karl-Anthony Towns paid tribute to his late mother on what would have been her 60th birthday and her 30th wedding anniversary, on Monday evening. Jacqueline Cruz died April 13, more than one month after contracting the coronavirus... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ZJL6nD

The Titan Games 2020 Results: Will Sutton, Haley Johnson Defend Titles

Will Sutton and Haley Johnson retained their titles on The Titan Games as the East Region saw its second batch of contestants in action Monday. It likely wasn't the way Sutton was looking to win... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eUrpy1

Nets Rumors: Sean Marks Motivated to Keep Jacque Vaughn as Head Coach

Brooklyn Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn has plenty to prove over the next month d espite not having Spencer Dinwiddie, Kyrie Irving , Kevin Durant or DeAndre Jordan in Florida for the NBA restart... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32CaZYi

Gabe Kapler Among Giants to Kneel During Anthem Before Exhibition vs. A's

The actual game took a backseat when manager Gabe Kapler was among a number of San Francisco Giants who knelt during the national anthem prior to Monday's exhibition against the Oakland Athletics ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CzUbqr

Giants' Kapler kneels with players during anthem

Giants manager Gabe Kapler joined several of his players in dropping to a knee during the national anthem before Monday night's exhibition game against the host Athletics. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eNc9mm

Giants' Kapler kneels with players during anthem

Giants manager Gabe Kapler joined several of his players in dropping to a knee during the national anthem before Monday night's exhibition game against the host Athletics. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eNc9mm

Spurs' Gregg Popovich Addresses COVID-19 Concerns: 'I Don't Want to Die'

Nobody can accuse 71-year-old Gregg Popovich of not taking the COVID-19 pandemic seriously. During an appearance on TNT's The Arena , the San Antonio Spurs coach stressed the importance of wearing a mask and said, "I don't want to die... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WC7qNV

Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Chiefs Reportedly Agree to 4-Year Rookie Contract

Former LSU tailback Clyde Edwards-Helaire agreed to a four-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Per Spotrac , Edwards-Helaire's deal will be worth $10... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WHkZfb

Tobias Harris Advocates for Justice for Breonna Taylor During Media Session

Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris got straight to the point during Monday's press conference. "We want to make sure that Daniel Cameron will arrest the cops and the ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32Ddbid

Aaron Judge, Yankees Rally for Tie vs. Phillies in MLB Summer Camp Exhibition

At least the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Yankees won't enter the 2020 season on a losing note. Philadelphia and New York tied 2-2 in Monday's exhibition at Yankee Stadium in what was the final tuneup for both teams with the season approaching... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eO6RXQ

Charles Barkley, Warriors' Draymond Green Discuss Relationship on 'The Arena'

There is apparently no beef between Draymond Green and Charles Barkley . The pair of power forwards, who are now working together alongside Dwyane Wade and Cari Champion on TNT's The Arena , addressed their relationship Monday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/39d44pM

Jets News: No. 11 Overall Draft Pick Mekhi Becton Signs $18.4M Rookie Contract

The New York Jets don't need to worry about their first-round pick showing up to training camp on time anymore. Offensive tackle Mekhi Becton officially signed his rookie contract Monday evening, guaranteeing him $18... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eOg6Hx

Sources: NFL offers players no preseason games

The NFL on Monday made an offer to the NFL Players Association to play no preseason games this summer, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OJFrYw

'Chicharito' exits MLS tourney with calf injury

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Deportivo drop into Spain's third tier as final game postponed over Covid-19

Game put back after Fuenlabrada return several positive tests Results in other games mean Dépor can no longer escape drop Deportivo La Coruña have been relegated to Spain’s third tier without kicking a ball after their final game of the season against Fuenlabrada was postponed. Several Fuenlabrada tested positive for coronavirus, with La Liga taking the late decision to call off the game at the Riazor. Instead, results in the matches that went ahead sealed Deportivo’s fate. Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://ift.tt/3hljfjy

Sources: NFL offers players no preseason games

The NFL on Monday offered the NFL Players Association to play no preseason games this summer, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OJFrYw

'Chicharito' exits MLS tourney with calf injury

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Madden NFL 21 Ratings Released for Every Player on All 32 Teams

Get ready to argue football fans because the Madden NFL 21 ratings are out.  The EA Sports franchise released the ratings for every player in the game, and, to exactly ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OHMEZ5

WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair Denies COVID-19 Rumors amid Wife Wendy's Diagnosis

WWE legend Ric Flair says he's in "excellent health" after his wife, Wendy Barlow, tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eKDCoH

WWE Raw Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 20

The Horror Show at Extreme Rules promised disaster or triumph, but the event did not quite deliver on either. It left more questions than answers for fans... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fL4CWA

NFL Reportedly Offers to Eliminate All Preseason Games for 2020 Season

The NFL is reportedly heading toward zero preseason games for the 2020 season amid the COVID-19 pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eHPw2x

Suits allege Nebraska mishandled assault reports

A former Nebraska volleyball player is among nine women who filed a lawsuit against the university alleging it mishandled complaints of sexual assault and harassment, including reports involving accusations against at least five athletes. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39db9Xm

Jon Rahm wins Memorial to take world number one spot from Rory McIlroy

Spain's Jon Rahm wins the Memorial Tournament by three shots to take over as world number one from Rory McIlroy. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2WEWvDs

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert PROGRAMMING ALERT: 'Harris Faulkner Presents: The Fight for America,' 10 pm ET on Fox News 07/19/20 6:46 PM

Dwyane Wade Shares Look at Kobe Bryant-Themed Way of Wade Shoes in IG Video

Dwyane Wade is honoring Kobe Bryant with some of his latest Way of Wade sneakers and gave fans a sneak peek... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CNJccD

Drew McIntyre Beats Dolph Ziggler, Retains WWE Title at Extreme Rules 2020

Drew McIntyre defeated Dolph Ziggler in a match with uneven rules at Extreme Rules on Sunday night to retain the WWE Championship... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hdWJco

Sasha Banks Beats Asuka, Wins Raw Women's Title at WWE Extreme Rules 2020

Sasha Banks beat Asuka at WWE Extreme Rules on Sunday to win the Raw Women's Championship for the fifth time in her career. It happened when Banks' friend, Bayley, stole the referee's shirt and made the count... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OETrmf

Overwatch League 2020 Week 24: Chengdu Hunters' Top Plays, Prize Money

Aside from the San Francisco Shock, 2020 has been a weird season for the entire Overwatch League . What makes things even stranger is that the Chengdu Hunters, who typically thrive amid chaos, have instead been a bottom-tier roster all year... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30sIZnl

Bayley Beats Nikki Cross to Retain SmackDown Women's Title at WWE Extreme Rules

Bayley defeated Nikki Cross at WWE Extreme Rules on Sunday night to retain the SmackDown Women's Championship... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hdAbIT

Rahm caps wild day with Memorial win, No. 1 rank

Jon Rahm, 25, overcame a 2-stroke penalty at the 16th hole to win the Memorial Tournament by 3 shots and complete his quest for the No. 1 ranking. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CvUi6n

Rahm caps wild day with Memorial win, No. 1 rank

Jon Rahm, 25, overcame a 2-stroke penalty at the 16th hole to win the Memorial Tournament by 3 shots and complete his quest for the No. 1 ranking. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CvUi6n

The most exciting themes, teams and players for 60-game season

Here are all the reasons why baseball's shortened slate will be like no other. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eHiAra

Seth Rollins Beats Rey Mysterio in 'Eye for an Eye' Match at WWE Extreme Rules

Seth Rollins beat Rey Mysterio in an Eye for an Eye match at The Horror Show at Extreme Rules on Sunday night... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32ze8br

Memorial Tournament 2020: Jon Rahm Cruises to Win, Secures No. 1 World Ranking

Jon Rahm is now the top-ranked golfer in the world. He finished off a dominant performance at the Memorial Tournament on Sunday by shooting a one-over 73 to win the event... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30wdg4E

MVP Names Himself WWE's United States Champion After Apollo Crews Forfeit

MVP defeated Apollo Crews at WWE Extreme Rules on Sunday to become a three-time United States champion, although he did so by declaring victory via forfeit: The long-running ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30p5Hgk

Report: Dolphins' Byron Jones Suggested NFL Players Tweet COVID-19 Concerns

Miami Dolphins cornerback Byron Jones was reportedly the brains behind Sunday's tweetstorm about NFL safety from players around the league, according to Dan Graziano of ESPN... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32zWRPu

Cesaro and Nakamura Beats New Day to Win Tag Titles at WWE Extreme Rules 2020

Cesaro and Shinsuke Nakamura defeated t he New Day in a tables match at WWE Extreme Rules on Sunday to retain the SmackDown Tag Team Championships... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30sDQf1

Shohei Ohtani Confirms He'll Make 1st Angels Pitching Appearance Since 2018

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter and pitcher Shohei Ohtani confirmed he will take the mound for the team this year after he didn't pitch in 2019 while he was recovering from Tommy John surgery... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32B4HII

Lakers' Dwight Howard Says He Doesn't Believe in Vaccines Amid COVID-19

If and when a vaccine is fully developed and tested to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic, don't expect Dwight Howard to line up to receive one... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ClWZrc

Tiago Splitter Tweets Photo of Barbershop Being Built at NBA Restart Campus

NBA players might not have much to do inside the bubble at Disney, but they could soon get a fresh haircut... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hbGL2k

Call of Duty 2020: Dallas Empire's Top Plays, Prize Money

They came, they saw, they conquered. Rome wasn't built in a day, but Dallas just rebuilt its empire in one weekend. Before a one-event bye, the Dallas Empire had lost 3-2 in two consecutive Call of Duty League weekend semifinals... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30qz7dY

NASCAR at Texas 2020 Results: Austin Dillon Clinches Playoff Spot with Win

It was a good day for Richard Childress Racing at the O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 on Sunday. Teammates Austin Dillon and Tyler Reddick finished first and second, respectively, at the Texas Motor Speedway... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30vIzwJ

The most exciting themes, teams and players for 60-game season

Here are all the reasons why baseball's shortened slate will be like no other. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eHiAra

Tiger closes inconsistent Memorial with 4-over 76

Tiger Woods shot a final-round 76 Sunday at Memorial to finish 6 over par for the tournament, his third-worst showing at Muirfield Village in 18 appearances. Woods described the conditions as "some of the more difficult" he has played in a long time. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZK97uE

Tiger Woods' return answered a few questions, but it left plenty more

He showed signs of brilliance, moments of rust and bits of concern with his stiff back. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2WAVY58

LeBron James Signed 'Rookie Patch Parallel' Card Auctions for Record $1.8M

A LeBron James rookie card sold for $1.8 million via Goldin Auctions on Saturday, per Darren Rovell of The Action Network. Leore Avidar, the founder and CEO of Lob, won the auction... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30EBM3V

Michael Jordan's Rare Bulls Jersey from 1998 ECF Sells for $240k at Auction

Michael Jordan 's game-used road jersey from Games 4 and 5 of the 1998 Eastern Conference Finals sold for $240,000 on Saturday via Goldin Auctions... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30oVgt4

Angels' Mike Trout Signed Gem Mint 10 Rookie Card Sells for $280k at Auction

A mint condition Mike Trout signed rookie card was sold for $280,000 at auction on Saturday, per GoldinAuctions.com . Goldin received a total of 18 bids with a few late offers still trickling in hours before the event closed... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30pOt27

Michael Jordan Signed Game-Used Bulls Patch Card Sells for $150k at Auction

A 2004-05 signed Michael Jordan card from Upper Deck's Exquisite Collections Auto Patch series sold for $150,000 at auction on Saturday, per Goldin Auctions ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2DOsuKD

Kobe Bryant Wins Governors Award at 2020 Los Angeles Area Emmys

Kobe Bryant posthumously won the Los Angeles Area Emmys' Governors Award on Saturday in honor of his "philanthropy, community building and inspiration that extended beyond the basketball court... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/398StYS

UFC Fight Night Results: Deiveson Figueiredo, Rafael Fiziev Highlight Winners

First-round submissions were the theme of the night at UFC on ESPN+ 30 as three of the five main card bouts ended in that fashion, including Deiveson Figueiredo's victory over Joseph Benavidez for the vacant flyweight title... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32BHBl1

Who's next for Figueiredo, plus Fight Night surprises

In a night full of flyweight action, one stood out above the rest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Wz7cHn

Dwight Howard: Keep awareness on what's going on outside of the NBA campus

Howard is donating his remaining salary to charity, part of an effort to focus on the issues that matter in the world. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32yyMs8

Figueiredo submits Benavidez in first to claim belt

Deiveson Figueiredo knocked down Joseph Benavidez three times and then choked him out in the first round of their rematch in Abu Dhabi to claim the vacant UFC flyweight championship. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39bP7V4

Clint Frazier Shines as Yankees Beat Mets 9-3 in Opening Exhibition Game

Clint Frazier launched an upper-deck home run and Mike Tauchman went 3-of-5 with two runs as the New York Yankees defeated the New York Mets 9-3 at Citi Field in the opening exhibition game for each team... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ChkbXC

Figueiredo submits Benavidez in first to claim belt

Deiveson Figueiredo knocked down Joseph Benavidez three times and then choked him out in the first round of their rematch in Abu Dhabi to claim the vacant UFC flyweight championship. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/39bP7V4

'Chicharito' ruled out for Galaxy against LAFC

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LSU's Ed Orgeron: 'Gut Feeling' Is There Will Be CFB Season Amid Pandemic

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron is confident there will be college football this season. He's just unsure of the timing, the circumstances or the schedule... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OEdocR

Joe Duffy Announces Retirement from UFC After Fight Night Loss to Joel Alvarez

Joe Duffy is calling it a career after his lightweight loss to Joel Alvarez at UFC Fight Night: Figueiredo vs. Benavidez 2. The 32-year-old Duffy (16-5, 4 KOs) suffered his third straight loss Saturday at Fight Island... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hhosc2

Freeman prayed for his life while battling virus

Braves All-Star Freddie Freeman revealed Saturday that he had a high temperature of 104.5 degrees early in his battle with COVID-19 and prayed for his life. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30EeZVV

The chase for No. 1, the sudden impossibility of Muirfield Village and Tiger's health make for an interesting close to the Memorial

There's a lot going on this weekend. Jon Rahm has No. 1 in his sights. Tiger Woods has one more round to get through. And Muirfield Village grew some teeth in a hurry. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OAXT5l

Kyle Busch Disqualified After NASCAR Xfinity Race Win Due to Failed Inspection

Kyle Busch 's victory celebration at Texas Motor Speedway after a NASCAR Xfinity Series race was short-lived due to a failed post-race inspection. Per the Associated Press (via ESPN... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2ZEvOk1

IMPACT Slammiversary 2020 Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights

"Our world will change at Slammiversary," Impact Wrestling promised ahead of its July 17 pay-per-view event, and it was not just referring to the promise of a new world champion... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32v8VkY

Yankees' Domingo German Says He's Not Retiring from MLB After Cryptic Posts

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German isn't done with the sport after all. A day after he posted an Instagram story saying "I've left baseball, thanks everyone," German published a follow-up clarifying that he's not retiring... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CJKaXo

Kyle Busch has Xfinity win stripped after DQ

Kyle Busch, after racing to what he thought was his 98th career Xfinity Series victory, failed postrace tech inspection in Texas and was disqualified, giving the win to Austin Cindric. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OzDu0C

Freeman prayed for his life while battling virus

Braves All-Star Freddie Freeman revealed Saturday that he had a high temperature of 104.5 degrees early in his battle with COVID-19 and prayed for his life. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30EeZVV

UFC Fight Night: Live results from Fight Island

Follow all the action live from Fight Island. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CQZkdC

The chase for No. 1, the sudden impossibility of Muirfield Village and Tiger's health make for an interesting close to the Memorial

There's a lot going on this week. Jon Rahm has No. 1 in his sights. Tiger Woods has one more round to get through. And Muirfield Village grew some teeth in a hurry. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2OAXT5l

Patrick Beverley Names Damian Lillard as Toughest Defensive Assignment He's Had

Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley has been in the NBA long enough to know which guards not to take lightly. He's gone up against Russell Westbrook , Stephen Curry , Kyrie Irving , Chris Paul and John Wall ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/397XAsa

Bucks' Mike Budenholzer: Giannis Has Earned Back-to-Back MVP Awards

Voting for 2019-20 NBA performance awards will only take games played up to and including March 11 into account, per a report from Shams Charania of Stadium and The Athletic on Friday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jdo2Fz

B/R Staff Roundtable: Predictions for Every Major NBA Award

Selecting the 2019-20 NBA regular-season award winners with nearly 100 regular "seeding" games spread across 22 teams remaining may appear a bit unusual, but let's be real... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Cna9UI

Orlando Magic Reportedly Lay off 31 Employees amid Coronavirus Pandemic

The Orlando Magic laid off 31 full-time employees Friday, nearly 10 percent of the organization's overall staff, resulting from "dramatic loss of revenue" due to the coronavirus pandemic, per Josh Robbins and Shams Charania of The Athletic ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2CIcGZB

Fox News Breaking News Alert

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Opt-out rules, testing, fan-less games and more: Here's the NFL's plan for 2020

The clock is ticking for the NFL to pull off an on-time start to training camp, much less a season. Here's what we know so far. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZFcQde

Budenholzer: Giannis deserves consecutive MVPs

In Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer's mind, the pick for NBA MVP is an easy choice: Giannis Antetokounmpo. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eF6rTx

Pollock opens up on positive test, premature baby

Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock spoke about the "scary" past few months he experienced before joining the team this week, including the premature birth of his daughter and his positive test for COVID-19. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hf2syP

Opt-out rules, testing, fan-less games and more: Here's the NFL's plan for 2020

The clock is ticking for the NFL to pull off an on-time start to training camp, much less a season. Here's what we know so far. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2ZFcQde

Chris Bosh: Makur Maker's Commitment to Howard a 'Landmark Breakthrough'

Two-time NBA champion and 11-time All-Star Chris Bosh called prized men's college basketball recruit Makur Maker's decision to attend a historically Black university a "landmark breakthrough" in a post on "The Last Chip" newsletter ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30mxNZt

Cardinals' Kyler Murray on 77 Madden Rating: 'I Thought You All Were Joking'

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray isn't pleased with his Madden 21 overall rating of 77 , which places him 20th among all NFL signal-callers... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fGCL9Y

Yankees' Domingo German Says He Has 'Left Baseball' in Cryptic Instagram Post

New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German wasn't likely to play in 2020 with 63 games remaining on a suspension under MLB 's domestic violence policy... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WsX5DV

Budenholzer: Giannis deserves consecutive MVPs

In Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer's mind, his pick for NBA MVP is an easy choice: Giannis Antetokounmpo. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eF6rTx

Pollock opens up on positive test, premature baby

Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock spoke about the "scary" past few months he experienced before joining the team this week, including the premature birth of his daughter and his positive test for COVID-19. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hf2syP

Gerrit Cole Gives Up Back-to-Back HRs, Strikes out 7 in Yankees' Intrasquad Game

New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole struck out seven in a mostly dominant outing but allowed back-to-back home runs to Mike Ford and Miguel Andujar in an intrasquad game Friday evening... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eFL6t8

Anonymous Coach on NBA Bubble: 'The Next Superteam Will Come Out of This'

Twenty-two NBA teams have arrived at ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida, for the league's restart, which will end a four-month suspension of the 2019-20 campaign due to the COVID-19 pandemic... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/397IBOW

Daniel Bard Makes Rockies' Opening Day Roster 7 Years After Last MLB Appearance

An abbreviated summer training camp in Major League Baseball hasn't squandered the usual dose of "feel good" stories fans normally get when rosters are finalized. On Friday, pitcher Daniel Bard became one of them... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fG4nfm

Carmelo Anthony Talks Weight Loss, Playing SF for Trail Blazers in NBA Restart

Carmelo Anthony of the Portland Trail Blazers has adopted a new persona in preparation for the NBA restart... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3hc9l3E

Memorial Tournament 2020: Bryson DeChambeau's Collapse Headlines Round 2

Tony Finau ended his second round at The Memorial Tournament the same way he finished his first: sitting atop the leaderboard... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2B8MXZG

Lakers News: LeBron James, Anthony Davis 'Unlikely' to Play in All 3 Scrimmages

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel told reporters Friday that it is "unlikely" that guard/forward LeBron James and big man Anthony Davis play all three scrimmage games in ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jcTFz3

WWE SmackDown Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 17

With WWE preparing for The Horror Show at Extreme Rules on Sunday, Friday's SmackDown was all about building up the pay-per-view... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fFk0Uj

Ben Stokes should be Jofra Archer's role model - Carlos Brathwaite

England pace bowler Jofra Archer should use team-mate Ben Stokes as a role model, says West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/398ufOu

Transfer rumours: McGinn, Hojbjerg, Cantwell, Torres, Fosu-Mensah, Edouard

Newcastle target Aston Villa's McGinn and Norwich's Cantwell, Tottenham and Everton compete for Saints' Hojbjerg, plus more. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/32tHXtZ

NFL Reportedly 'Very Likely' to Play 1 Preseason Game After NFLPA Negotiations

The NFL 's preseason will "very likely" be shortened to one game following negotiations with the NFL Players Association, per Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk: "A league source ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/394n89A

Noor Wins Stephen Curry's Holey Moley Season 2 Finale

Noor is the new Stephen Curry . Well, OK, maybe not exactly. But he did win the second-season finale of Curry's Holey Moley show on ABC —a mini-golf-meets-obstacle-course extravaganza—on Thursday night... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30iJnoj

Bledsoe tests positive, not with Bucks in Orlando

Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe told ESPN on Thursday that he has yet to join his team in Orlando because he tested positive for the coronavirus. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DK6656

Storm damages NHL restart arena Rogers Place

Rogers Place in Edmonton, the Western Conference hub for the NHL's restart and the host of the conference finals and Stanley Cup Finals, suffered water damage in a storm Thursday evening. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CkRiJN

Bledsoe tests positive, not with Bucks in Orlando

Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe told ESPN on Thursday that he has yet to join his team in Orlando because he tested positive for the coronavirus. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2DK6656

Storm damages NHL restart arena Rogers Place

Rogers Place in Edmonton, the Western Conference hub for the NHL's restart and the host of the conference finals and Stanley Cup Finals, suffered water damage in a storm Thursday evening. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CkRiJN

The odd silence that followed Tiger Woods at the Memorial Tournament

Tiger always travels with a crowd. In his first tournament in five months, he experienced the new normal. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32D9byz

MLB ballparks to use crowd noise from video game

MLB will play crowd noise from its official video game, MLB The Show, through sound systems during games. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CJkjP8

Giants' Aldrick Rosas Charged with 3 Misdemeanors After Hit-and-Run Arrest

New York Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas was charged with three misdemeanors Thursday, according to Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News , after his arrest by the California Highway Patrol on June 15 in Chico, California... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30fTjPu

Bucks' Eric Bledsoe Confirms He Tested Positive for the Coronavirus

Milwaukee Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe tested positive for COVID-19, he told Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Per Haynes, Bledsoe said he's "not feeling any symptoms, and he really feels good... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2Oz3E3u

Report: Chiefs, Texans to Report to Camp on Time Despite Ongoing COVID-19 Talks

Both the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans are expecting players to report to training camp on July 20 despite that there isn't a deal between the NFL and NFLPA laying out COVID-19 health and safety protocols... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30mWO6I

Dennis Rodman's Father Philander Jr. Dies at Age 79

Philander Rodman Jr., the father of Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman , died of prostate cancer Tuesday in the Philippines. He was 79. Jasmine Rodman, Philander's granddaughter, confirmed the news on her Facebook page... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2WtR7Tr

Memorial Tournament 2020: Tony Finau Leads at 6 Under After Round 1

For the second week in a row, the PGA Tour set up shop at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. Anyone in the field who thought they already had the course figured out, however, was quickly proved wrong Thursday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OwVVmH

D'Antoni: Harden 'rusty for about 30 seconds'

Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni said James Harden looked good as a full participant in Thursday's practice, his first since arriving in the NBA's restart bubble. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h86xoc

MLB parks to use crowd noise from video game

Major League Baseball will play crowd noise from its official video game, MLB The Show, through ballpark sound systems during games. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2CJkjP8

The odd silence that followed Tiger at the Memorial Tournament

Tiger Woods always travels in a crowd. In his first tournament in five months and first without fans, he experienced the new normal. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/32D9byz

Messi blasts 'weak' Barcelona as title defence ends with home loss to Osasuna

Messi: ‘We are a weak team ... we need to be self-critical’ Internazionale second in Serie A after thrashing Spal 4-0 Barcelona ’s reign as La Liga champions came to an embarrassing end as 10-man Osasuna grabbed an injury-time winner at the Camp Nou. The 2-1 defeat meant Real Madrid would be champions regardless of their result against Villarreal, but Zinedine Zidane’s side pulled off a 2-1 win to open a seven-point gap at the top. Lionel Messi, whose sublime free kick was the only high point for the hosts, aimed an angry broadside at “the entire club” after the defeat. Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://ift.tt/32oT7jx

Harden rejoins Rockets for first bubble practice

NBA scoring leader James Harden of the Houston Rockets practiced with his team for the first time in more than four months Thursday, saying his arrival at the league's restart bubble at Walt Disney World was delayed by family issues. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h86xoc

Tiger Woods Shoots 1 Under Par in Return to PGA Tour Action at the Memorial

Playing his first round of competitive PGA Tour golf since February, Tiger Woods carded a one-under 71 in the first round of the 2020 Memorial Tournament. Woods is tied for 18th and five strokes behind leader Tony Finau... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/392AdjQ

Evelyn Lozada Says Chad Johnson Abused Her Multiple Times During Relationship

Evelyn Lozada said Thursday that former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson assaulted her several times during their relationship, according to TMZ Sports ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jbxlWB

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy make solid Memorial starts as Tony Finau leads

World number one Rory Mcilroy and Tiger Woods make solid starts to the Memorial Tournament as Tony Finau sets the early pace in Ohio. from BBC Sport - Sport https://ift.tt/2ZAxBGV

Tiger 'a bit rusty' in return, 5 back in Memorial

Tiger Woods opened with birdies on two of his first three holes Thursday at the Memorial, but admitted to being "a little bit rusty" in his first tournament since February. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Cmbtah

Danica, Rodgers call off two-year relationship

Danica Patrick and Aaron Rodgers have split up, a rep for the former driver told E! News. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/30hvQxs

Around 20K fans attend All-Star race at Bristol

Although the stands weren't as crowded as usual, NASCAR allowed Bristol Motor Speedway to sell up to 30,000 tickets for Wednesday's All-Star race, marking the sport's biggest crowd since the COVID-19 outbreak shut things down in March. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3h2axGU

NASCAR All-Star Race 2020 Results: Chase Elliott Tops Kyle Busch for $1M Prize

Chase Elliott is the brightest of all the NASCAR All-Stars. At least he was Wednesday. Elliott won the 2020 NASCAR All-Star Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, which was hosting the event for the first time... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2DHkpr3

Lakers' Dwight Howard Says He Was Reported to NBA Hotline for Not Wearing Mask

The NBA set up an anonymous hotline that could be used to report any players who weren't following the protocols put in place to protect against the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30ceXnK

Confederate Flag Banner Flown over Bristol Speedway at NASCAR All-Star Race

Nearly one month after a Confederate flag banner was flown over Talladega Speedway in June, a flag was spotted flying over Bristol Motor Speedway on Wednesday ahead of NASCAR's All-Star Race... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2B1D147

Trey Lance Draws Andrew Luck Comparison from NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah

North Dakota State's Trey Lance is one of the quarterbacks to watch during the 2020 college football season (assuming there is one amid the COVID-19 pandemic). And despite playing for a smaller school, Lance is already garnering big comparisons... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OsRvgL

Report: Yankees' DJ LeMahieu Likely to Return This Week After COVID-19 Protocol

New York Yankees second baseman DJ LeMahieu is reportedly set to rejoin the team this week. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported the news Wednesday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2C7FU4d

CFL's Edmonton Eskimos to Speed Up Name Review After Meeting with Inuit Leaders

The Canadian Football League's Edmonton Eskimos have reportedly agreed to expedite their name review and provide an update in that regard by the end of July, according to Phil Heidenreich of the Global News... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3euU7Ff

No. 1 Prospect Jonathan Kuminga to Join G League, Forego Duke, Kentucky Offers

One of the top recruits in the 2021 class, s mall forward Jonathan Kuminga, is heading to the G-League in 2020, as he revealed to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium on Wednesday... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3fAeHoX

Live analysis and updates from Fight Island

Featherweight contender status is at stake as Calvin Kattar and Dan Ige battle it out on Fight Island. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3j6Oy3f

Live analysis and updates from Fight Island

Featherweight contender status is at stake as Calvin Kattar and Dan Ige battle it out on Fight Island. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3j6Oy3f

Lakers Rumors: Markieff Morris Expected at Bubble 'Soon' After Excused Absence

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly practicing without forward Markieff Morris at Walt Disney World Resort because of an excused absence... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3gYH8x6

Mystics' Elena Delle Donne Will Be Paid Full Salary If She Sits out WNBA Season

While Washington Mystics star Elena Delle Donne did not receive the medical exemption for the 2020 WNBA season from the league that she expected amid the COVID-19 pandemic ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eBWsye

Report: Dak Prescott's Cowboys Future Questioned Without Team-Friendly Contract

Dak Prescott will be playing the 2020 season on his $31.4 million franchise tag after he and the Dallas Cowboys failed to come to terms on a contract extension before Wednesday's deadline... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3eugF9j

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump replaces campaign manager Brad Parscale, as polls show Biden ahead 07/15/20 6:01 PM

Juventus held by Sassuolo in thriller, Porto win Primeira Liga title

Juve edge seven points clear after dramatic 3-3 draw Porto beat Sporting 2-0 to claim their 29th title Juventus are slowly closing in on another Serie A title, but the league leaders were unconvincing again as they drew 3-3 at Sassuolo to go seven points clear. Danilo opened the scoring for Juventus in the sixth minute when a corner found him unmarked on the edge of the box, and the defender drilled a powerful shot through a cluster of bodies into the net. Continue reading... from Football | The Guardian https://ift.tt/2OvI541

Bubba Wallace Slams 'Joke' Michael McDowell for NASCAR All-Star Open Crash

Bubba Wallace won't be making it into NASCAR's All-Star Race on Wednesday night after getting slammed into the wall by Michael McDowell in Wednesday's qualifier at Bristol Motor Speedway... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32nwHPC

James Paxton Says Yankees Have Yet to Approach Him About Contract Extension

Starting pitcher James Paxton was a steady force for the New York Yankees last year, but the team apparently has not approached him about a new contract extension... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/32nuEuU

Tiger Woods Drawing More Bets Than Any Golfer to Win Memorial Tournament

While Tiger Woods gets ready to make his first PGA appearance since February, bettors are lining up to cash in on the Memorial Tournament long shot... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OvcO0U

Packers' Kenny Clark Talks Davante Adams, New Contract, More in B/R AMA

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark made his first Pro Bowl in 2019, but it hasn't been enough to land him a long-term contract extension... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/30bWVSM

NASCAR All-Star Open 2020 Results: Almirola Headlines All-Star Race Qualifiers

Aric Almirola, William Byron and Matt DiBenedetto are headed to Wednesday night's NASCAR All-Star Race. The three drivers won the stages at the 2020 NASCAR All-Star Open, clinching ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3jhKi1c

Kobe Bryant Named 2020 Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame Inductee

Kobe Bryant is already a part of the 2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class, and he's also set to be honored in his hometown... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OpnPky

Kings' De'Aaron Fox out at Least 7-10 Days After Suffering Ankle Injury

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox will miss at least the next week after suffering an sprained ankle during Wednesday's practice, according to Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee ... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/3h4zJMV

WWE NXT Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from July 15

Following up on the jam-packed NXT Great American Bash, the July 15 edition of WWE NXT was ready to keep the action going, including an exciting title main event. Tegan Nox hoped to show that she is beyond a comeback story by finally capturing gold... from Bleacher Report - Front Page https://ift.tt/2OuCTxq