Magic man: Simmons leads Sixers past HeatMagic man: Simmons leads Sixers past Heat
Philadelphia standout Ben Simmons became the first rookie to post a playoff triple-double since Magic Johnson and the Sixers beat the Heat in Game 4.
Day: April 21, 2018
Ben Simmons records first playoff triple-double for a rookie since Magic Johnson in 1980Ben Simmons records first playoff triple-double for a rookie since Magic Johnson in 1980
Philadelphia rookie Ben Simmons was a rebound shy of a triple-double in Game 1 against Miami, flirted with a triple-double in Games 2 and 3 and finally recorded the impressive stat line in Game 4 on Saturday. Simmons’ assist to J.J. Redick in the fourth quarter made him the first rookie since Magic
NHL playoffs 2018: Live updates, highlights, score from Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Game 5NHL playoffs 2018: Live updates, highlights, score from Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Game 5
A year ago, the Toronto Maple Leafs got back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs after a four year hiatus. It marked the next step in a rebuild for Toronto, one that ended in the first round against the Washington Capitals, but was expected to take another stride this season. And while Toronto is back in the
Stevens on Smart: ‘It’s just a matter of being cleared for live play’Stevens on Smart: ‘It’s just a matter of being cleared for live play’
Marcus Smart continues to make progress after thumb surgery. “He’s shooting the ball, doing everything in a workout that you can do,” says Celtics coach Brad Stevens.
Hit leads to on-court scrum in Sixers-HeatHit leads to on-court scrum in Sixers-Heat
Miami’s James Johnson and Philly’s Ben Simmons and Robert Covington had to be separated after an on-court scuffle in Game 4.
Blazers’ Harkless (knee) out, but Turner returnsBlazers’ Harkless (knee) out, but Turner returns
The Portland Trail Blazers get starting swingman Evan Turner back for Game 4 against the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night, but they’ll be without Maurice Harkless, who irritated a knee injury.
Mock NFL draft: 49ers make blockbuster trade with Patriots for two No. 1sMock NFL draft: 49ers make blockbuster trade with Patriots for two No. 1s
We’re less than a week out from the 2018 NFL draft and another milestone moment for the 49ers’ new regime of general manager John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan. Using the Fanspeak mock draft simulator, we’re able to project all of the 49ers’ nine picks through seven rounds. Right off the bat, things get interesting. UCLA quarterback Josh Rosen fell out of the top five in the projection and was still on the board for the 49ers at No. 9, prompting the phone to ring in San Francisco’s draft room. The 49ers seem to have won the October trade when they gave up pick No. 43 to the Patriots for their new franchise quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo. In this mock, Lynch decides to return the favor, allowing
Grieving Spurs coach Gregg Popovich won’t be on the bench in Game 4 against WarriorsGrieving Spurs coach Gregg Popovich won’t be on the bench in Game 4 against Warriors
Gregg Popovich won’t coach the San Antonio Spurs in their possible series finale against the Golden State Warriors as he grieves the death of his wife. Spurs assistant Ettore Messina coached San Antonio in Game 3 and will again Sunday afternoon. Erin Popovich passed away Wednesday from a long-term
Popovich won’t coach Spurs in Game 4 against WarriorsPopovich won’t coach Spurs in Game 4 against Warriors
SAN ANTONIO (AP) – Gregg Popovich won’t coach the San Antonio Spurs in their possible series finale against the Golden State Warriors as he grieves the death of his wife. Spurs assistant Ettore Messina coached San Antonio in Game 3 and will again Sunday afternoon. Erin Popovich passed away Wednesday
Tempers flare in chippy Game 4 between Heat, SixersTempers flare in chippy Game 4 between Heat, Sixers
Miami is a physical defensive team, and in Game 4 at home Saturday they cranked that up. The Heat also are a handsy team they clutch, grab, hold, and get away with what they can (that isn’t new to this playoff series). The Sixers are getting weary of it, and in a game with plenty
