The Boston Celtics are moving on to the Eastern Conference finals after completing a 4-1 series win over the Philadelphia 76ers. After jumping out to a 3-0 series lead, the Celtics lost Game 4 in Philadelphia. And while it might be hyperbole to have called Game 5 a must win […]
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NBA Western Conference Finals: Golden State Favored, but Houston Still Could Be Team to Beat
In what may be less surprising than Alabama winning another national title in college football, the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets have advanced to the Western Conference Finals. But what may be considered a bit of a surprise is the team with the NBA’s best regular season record, Houston, […]
PGA Players Championship Brings Golf’s Biggest Names Together in Early Rounds
The Players Championship is traditionally known for having one of the toughest fields on the PGA Tour, and this year’s edition is no different, with virtually every big name in the sport competing at TPC Sawgrass. But this weekend includes a special treat, as many of the top stars in […]
Mark Ingram Suspended for Four Games under NFL’s PED Policy
New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram was suspended for four games on Tuesday after violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances. On Wednesday, agents for Ingram released a statement saying that the running back had “vigorously challenged” the suspension, and that his violation was for a substance that could […]
George St. Pierre’s Next Fight Could Be Against Nate Diaz at UFC 227
Nate Diaz (20-11) is looking like he will be George St. Pierre’s (26-2) next opponent, as the UFC is reportedly putting the final touches on a match between two of its most popular fighters. GSP already bested the older Diaz brother in the octagon, and now he may get the […]
Western Conference Finals Set as Rockets, Warriors Advance in Five
The Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets each dispatched their second-round opponents in Game 5 matchups Tuesday night, setting up a highly anticipated clash in the Western Conference finals. First, the Rockets defeated the Utah Jazz 112-102 to clinch a 4-1 series victory. Chris Paul scored 41 points for […]
Yankees the Betting Favorite to Land Orioles All-Star Manny Machado
When you’re 8-27 and dead last in all of Major League Baseball, all potential moves are on are on the table. For the Baltimore Orioles, that includes the prospect of trading their best player, three-time All-Star Manny Machado. Sure, the Orioles insist they’re not interested in shipping off their 25-year-old […]
Three Teams Fighting to Dodge Relegation in English Premier League
As the English Premier League season winds down, there’s no real drama at the top of the table after Manchester City ran away with the league title. But there’s still some question when it comes to EPL relegation, with three teams fighting to avoid becoming the final team to drop down […]
Nadal Going for Third Straight Clay-Court Title at Madrid Open
Rafael Nadal is looking to continue his clay-court dominance over the next week as he seeks to capture the Matua Madrid Open title for a record sixth time. Nadal has dominated the ATP Tour since returning from a hip injury he sustained during the Australian Open. The Spaniard easily won […]
Cavaliers Sweep Raptors en Route to NBA Eastern Conference Finals
LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers are back in the Eastern Conference finals after completing a four-game sweep of the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. The dominating win provides some relief to concerns that King James and the Cavs were losing some of their postseason mojo. Cleveland had little trouble […]
Is It Time to Stop Betting on Tiger Woods?
Tiger Woods looked stunned as he walked off the 18th green after Sunday’s final round of the Wells Fargo Championship. He didn’t make a single birdie during all day for only the 11th time in his career. The last time Woods went an entire round without breaking par on any hole was […]
Chicago Cubs Place Struggling Yu Darvish on Disabled List with Illness
The Chicago Cubs have put starting pitcher Yu Darvish on the 10-day disabled list due to illness, adding to the early season struggles for the team’s biggest offseason acquisition. Darvish was placed on the DL because of “parainfluenza virus,” a common virus that can cause respiratory infections (but is not […]
Becky Hammon Ready to Break NBA’s Male-Only Head Coaching Fraternity
Becky Hammon has always been ready to be an NBA head coach, and now it appears the NBA might be ready for her. The San Antonio Spurs assistant reportedly is set to interview with the Milwaukee Bucks for their open head coaching position, and could make history by becoming the […]
Kevin Harvick Back on Track, Books Fourth Win of Season at Dover
Kevin Harvick won all three stages of the AAA 400 Drive for Autism at Dover International Speedway on Sunday en route to capturing his fourth NASCAR Cup Series race of the season. Harvick led 201 of the 400 laps in the race on the way to a 7.45 second victory […]
Arsene Wenger Bids Farewell, but Who Will Succeed Him as Arsenal Boss?
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger looked out to the capacity crowd of more than 60,000 fans chanting, “There’s only one Arsene Wenger,” and smiled. His 22-year run as the Premier League soccer team’s head man was coming to an end, and he acknowledged the fan’s adulation in his final home game […]
GGG Knocks Out Vanes Martirosyan in 2nd Round to Retain Middleweight Title
Boxing sensation Gennady Golovkin did exactly what was expected of him on Saturday night, knocking out Vanes Martirosyan in the second round to retain his unified middleweight world championship. The fight between GGG and Martirosyan wasn’t the bout that was originally scheduled for May 5. Originally, Golovkin was hoping for […]
‘Justify’ Dominates in Kentucky Derby Win, Is Horse to Beat at Preakness
In the heaviest rain ever seen in 143 runnings of the Kentucky Derby, 3/1 favorite Justify made his case to reign over horse racing — winning by more than two lengths at Churchill Downs and jumping ahead of the field as the strongest pick to win the Preakness on May 19. […]
Jason Day Wins Wells Fargo Championship by Two Strokes
Jason Day captured his second win of the season by shooting a 2-under 69 on Sunday to win the Wells Fargo Championship at the Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. Day finished at 12-under for the tournament, two strokes ahead of Aaron Wise and Nick Watney. The win was […]
New England, Pittsburgh, Top NFL Playoff Propositions
Twelve of the 32 teams make the NFL playoffs, and handicapping which ones will make the postseason has become a favorite for gamblers. The Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook recently released its playoff propositions for next season. It is pretty easy to project who will be the top four teams from […]
Canada Heavy Favorites As Puck Drops at IIHF World Hockey Championships
The World Hockey Championships have been perceived as the ugly step-sister of international hockey tournaments in recent years. But has a different aura about it this time around. The event has taken a backseat to the Olympics ever since since the NHL started sending its players to the Olympic Games […]