Follow live: Warriors look to close out PelicansFollow live: Warriors look to close out Pelicans
Golden State is hoping home-court advantage can help send it to its fourth straight Western Conference finals.
Day: May 8, 2018
Hembree: Unexpected crossroads: NASCAR without the France family?Hembree: Unexpected crossroads: NASCAR without the France family?
Matt Kenseth is making his return after being dropped by Joe Gibbs Racing last season. He will be greeted by Kyle Busch, who is on a dominant run right now. The concept of family thrives in auto racing – and particularly in NASCAR – perhaps more than in any other sport. The Pettys. The Earnhardts. The
Manziel hospitalized after reaction to medsManziel hospitalized after reaction to meds
Johnny Manziel was hospitalized after having a reaction to prescription medication.
Both rolling, Red Sox, Yanks renew rivalry tonightBoth rolling, Red Sox, Yanks renew rivalry tonight
You want to know how good the Yankees and Red Sox are going this season, one in which the Red Sox won 17 of their first 19 and the Yankees have won 15 of their last 16? Here it is: Their combined winning percentage going into this week’s series between them at Yankee Stadium is .721.
Vegas rising: Fast facts on the NHL’s hottest teamVegas rising: Fast facts on the NHL’s hottest team
Just tuning in to watch the Golden Knights’ historic run? We get you up to speed here with the players, events and records you need to know.
Report: Kenseth to drive No. 6 for next 5 racesReport: Kenseth to drive No. 6 for next 5 races
Matt Kenseth has been absent from the Cup Series for the first 11 races, but he’s back wtih Roush and will split time with Trevor Bayne.
Fantasy Insider: THE PLAYERS ChampionshipFantasy Insider: THE PLAYERS Championship
Last week was all about the chalk. This week, it’s about the eraser. THE PLAYERS Championship arguably is the most equitable of all tournaments. Survival trumps solution. Repeated success cannot be ruled out as coincidence. No matter your flavor to attempt to describe the PGA TOUR’s home game, there’s never a fluke performance at TPC Sawgrass. This reality should generate pause when solidifying your six in PGA TOUR Fantasy Golf presented by SERVPRO. If you invest only in household names, it’s a recipe for regret. Furthermore, with nine more tournaments in Segment 3 to follow, including the U.S. Open (the only at which ShotLink will not be utilized), you’re going to want those household names lining up where course history matters. The fortunate beauty of THE PLAYERS is that there’s no shortage of value inside the ropes. As one of the deepest fields anywhere, you could craft five or six lineups and contend. Focus on getting four to the weekend and accept everything else as a bonus. PGA TOUR Fantasy Golf presented by SERVPRO My roster for THE PLAYERS Championship (in alphabetical order): Jason Day Zach Johnson Francesco Molinari Webb Simpson Kyle Stanley Henrik Stenson You’ll find my starters in Expert Picks. Others to consider for each category (in alphabetical order): Scoring: Bryson DeChambeau; Dustin Johnson; Marc Leishman; Rory McIlroy; Phil Mickelson; Jon Rahm; Justin Rose; Justin Thomas Driving: Kevin Chappell; Bryson DeChambeau; Tommy Fleetwood; Rickie Fowler; Sergio Garcia; Emiliano Grillo; Alex Noren Approach: Emiliano Grillo; Chesson Hadley; Matt Kuchar; Rory McIlroy; Ian Poulter; Justin Rose; Jordan Spieth Short: Branden Grace; Chesson Hadley; Brian Harman; Kevin Kisner; Rory McIlroy; Phil Mickelson; Alex Noren; Jon Rahm; Justin Rose Notable WDs Graham DeLaet … Remains on the mend from stem-cell treatment on his back in January. Hasn’t competed since October, but has intimated that he might be ready to return soon. He won’t push it, of course, and he’d qualify for a Major Medical Extension for next season if he needs it. Every week he sits out, he rises a notch in value for full-season salary gamers in 2018-19. Luke Donald … It would be dramatic to state that he’s still stinging from his missed cut at the RBC Heritage, but that surprising result is his most recent. Prior to that tournament, the Englishman cited physical discomfort for his decision not to play the Houston Open, but he didn’t get specific. Currently 195th in the FedExCup standings. Camilo Villegas … Withdrew after his last three commitments due to ongoing pain in his right shoulder. The 36-year-old Colombian is 173rd in the FedExCup standings. Jim Herman … Continues to recover from surgery on both feet on March 6. Hasn’t competed since the Genesis Open, so he’d need to sit out until late June to qualify for a Major Medical Extension for 2018-19. At 222nd in the FedExCup standings, there’s little urgency to rush back. Morgan Hoffmann … Hasn’t competed since finishing T49 at The Honda Classic. Since, he’s launched the MH Foundation, which was inspired by his fight with Muscular Dystrophy. Brandon Hagy … Tendonitis in his left wrist has sidelined him for five months now. He’s been sharing progress of his recovery on Twitter recently, so perhaps a return is imminent. Seung-Yul Noh … Currently fulfilling his military conscription in his native South Korea. Won’t regain fantasy relevance until the 2019-2020 season. Power Rankings Recap – Wells Fargo Championship Power Ranking Player Result 1 Rory McIlroy T16 2 Justin Thomas T21 3 Rickie Fowler T21 4 Phil Mickelson T5 5 Webb Simpson T21 6 Patrick Reed 8th 7 Jason Day Win 8 Louis Oosthuizen MC 9 Tony Finau T21 10 Ryan Moore MC 11 Kevin Kisner MC 12 Paul Casey T5 13 Tommy Fleetwood MC 14 Chesson Hadley T16 15 Kevin Streelman MC Wild Card Hideki Matsuyama T76/MDF Sleepers Recap – Wells Fargo Championship Player Result Byeong Hun An T63 Scott Brown MC Charles Howell III T21 Grayson Murray T59 Kyle Stanley T13 Birthdays among active golfers on the PGA TOUR May 8 … Andres Romero (37); Chris Kirk (33) May 9 … none May 10 … Parker McLachlin (39) May 11 … Briny Baird (46) May 12 … Jim Furyk (48); Mike Weir (48) May 13 … none May 14 … none
NBA Free Agent Rumors: LeBron James To Sign With Lakers Or 76ersNBA Free Agent Rumors: LeBron James To Sign With Lakers Or 76ers
So far the biggest story of these NBA Playoffs has been the ongoing dominance of Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James. The future Hall-of-Famer is putting forth one of his best postseason performances ever, but even with that going on, many are already looking ahead to the summer where, once again, James will be the biggest story. He will become an unrestricted free agent and many are wondering if James will decide to leave Cleveland once again. The Los Angeles Lakers are already known to be one of the top suitors for his services, and the Philadelphia 76ers and Houston Rockets have also been mentioned as possible landing spots. If ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith is to be believed, however, there
Jazz’s Mitchell regrets comments about HardenJazz’s Mitchell regrets comments about Harden
Utah Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell regrets making vulgar comments about Houston Rockets star James Harden after a Game 4 loss.
Fizdale likes challenge Knicks presentFizdale likes challenge Knicks present
David Fizdale said he chose the Knicks because he likes the challenge of building a sustained winner in New York.