Day: February 23, 2017

As trade rumors swirl, George gets back to work with Pacers (Sports Betting News)As trade rumors swirl, George gets back to work with Pacers (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 8:57

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 16: Paul George #13 of the Indiana Pacers brings the ball up court against the Washington Wizards during the game on February 16, 2017 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

Paul George showed up to work Wednesday wearing the same Indiana Pacers uniform he has all season. With rumors swirling about George’s future and the NBA’s trade deadline set for 3 p.m. EST on Thursday, the four-time All-Star tried to tamp down speculation by staying focused on his current job. George could have avoided a bit of conflict if he had used those same words in an interview Friday on ESPN radio.

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Honda Classic only South Florida stop for PGA Tour (Sports Betting News)Honda Classic only South Florida stop for PGA Tour (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 8:36

Fans leave the golf course as rain begins at the Honda Classic golf tournament practice, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. The practice was suspended. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

For golf fans of South Florida, the Honda Classic should not be missed this week. Instead of going to Doral the following week, the PGA Tour has moved that World Golf Championship event to Mexico City. Then again, the ”best in golf” relates to the PGA Tour being the strongest circuit.

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Rakell gets 2 goals, Ducks snap Bruins’ streak with 5-3 win (Sports Betting News)Rakell gets 2 goals, Ducks snap Bruins’ streak with 5-3 win (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 8:34

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Josh Manson, right, celebrates his goal with left wing Nick Ritchie during the second period of the team's NHL hockey game against the Boston Bruins, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Rickard Rakell is perhaps the only Anaheim Ducks forward who should feel good about his offensive game lately, and even he was mired in a five-goal goalless streak when the surging Boston Bruins visited. Rakell came through with two scores in a game that reminded the Ducks they can still fill a net on occasion. Rakell scored the tiebreaking goal with 2:34 to play, and the Ducks snapped Boston’s four-game winning streak under new coach Bruce Cassidy with a 5-3 victory Wednesday night.

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Truex forced to relive closest 2nd in Daytona 500 history (Sports Betting News)Truex forced to relive closest 2nd in Daytona 500 history (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 8:31

Martin Truex Jr. autographs helmets for race sponsor Monster Energy drink during NASCAR Daytona 500 media day at Daytona International Speedway, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Martin Truex Jr. saw his Daytona 500 victory vanish in just a blink of an eye. Truex might want to keep his eyes closed for a bit longer around Daytona. At the speedway, reminders are everywhere that Truex was edged by an eyelash at the finish line by Denny Hamlin in last year’s race.

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Martin, No. 22 Butler rally to stun No. 2 Villanova, 74-66 (Sports Betting News)Martin, No. 22 Butler rally to stun No. 2 Villanova, 74-66 (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 6:30

Butler forward Kelan Martin (30) drives past Villanova forward Eric Paschall (4) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Villanova, Pa. Butler won 74-66. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)

Butler coach Chris Holtmann told his players to expect to be punched in the mouth playing on the road against one of the best teams in the nation. The Bulldogs took the punch – and then delivered a knockout blow few people saw coming. Kelan Martin scored 22 points and fueled a stunning second-half rally to lead No. 22 Butler past No. 2 Villanova 74-66 on Wednesday night, snapping the Wildcats’ on-campus home winning streak at 48 games.

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Hawks acquire Ersan Ilyasova from 76ers for Tiago Splitter (Sports Betting News)Hawks acquire Ersan Ilyasova from 76ers for Tiago Splitter (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 6:03

ORLANDO, FL - FEBRUARY 9: Ersan Ilyasova #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots a free throw during a game against the Orlando Magic on February 9, 2017 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Atlanta Hawks added scoring help for their playoff push by acquiring forward Ersan Ilyasova from the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. The 76ers got injured center Tiago Splitter and a protected second-round draft pick from Atlanta, and have the right to swap another 2017 second-round pick with the Hawks. The 6-foot-10 Ilyasova is expected to add scoring punch to Atlanta’s front line as the Hawks attempt to improve their playoff position.

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Video guys get key assists as Capitals beat Flyers 4-1 (Sports Betting News)Video guys get key assists as Capitals beat Flyers 4-1 (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 5:50

Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin (8) cannot get a shot in goal past Philadelphia Flyers' Michal Neuvirth (30) during the third period of an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Philadelphia. Washington won 4-1. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

A big boost from the video guys and bigger shots by Evgeny Kuznetsov got the Capitals back on the winning track. Kuznetsov scored two goals, Braden Holtby made 33 saves and Washington beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 on Wednesday night. Nicklas Backstrom and T.J. Oshie also scored for the NHL-leading Capitals, who snapped a two-game losing streak.

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Russell scores in 3rd to lift Oilers over Panthers, 4-3 (Sports Betting News)Russell scores in 3rd to lift Oilers over Panthers, 4-3 (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 5:14

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Eric Gryba (62) celebrates with right wing Zack Kassian (44) after scoring a goal against the Florida Panthers during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

The last time Edmonton lost a road game at Florida, Connor McDavid was 5 years old. McDavid helped set up Kris Russell’s winner with 7:58 left, and the Oilers beat Florida 4-3 on Wednesday to snap the Panthers’ five-game winning streak. ”Happy that the leaders took care of a few things,” said Oilers coach Todd McLellan, who lauded his team for a bounce back after a lackluster effort Tuesday in a loss to Tampa Bay.

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Russell scores in 3rd to lift Oilers over Panthers, 4-3 (Sports Betting News)Russell scores in 3rd to lift Oilers over Panthers, 4-3 (Sports Betting News)

February 23, 2017February 23, 2017| 5:14

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Eric Gryba (62) celebrates with right wing Zack Kassian (44) after scoring a goal against the Florida Panthers during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

The last time Edmonton lost a road game at Florida, Connor McDavid was 5 years old. McDavid helped set up Kris Russell’s winner with 7:58 left, and the Oilers beat Florida 4-3 on Wednesday to snap the Panthers’ five-game winning streak. ”Happy that the leaders took care of a few things,” said Oilers coach Todd McLellan, who lauded his team for a bounce back after a lackluster effort Tuesday in a loss to Tampa Bay.

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