Whatever it takes: Joel Embiid’s quest for greatnessWhatever it takes: Joel Embiid’s quest for greatness
The Sixers went all-in this season with two win-now trades, but their future success resides with their franchise center — and his health.
Day: April 28, 2019
Flores: Rosen has to earn Dolphins’ starting jobFlores: Rosen has to earn Dolphins’ starting job
Dolphins coach Brian Flores expressed excitement over the addition of Josh Rosen, but said it would be “unfair” to give him the franchise QB label right off the bat.
Flores: Rosen has to ‘earn’ Dolphins’ starting jobFlores: Rosen has to ‘earn’ Dolphins’ starting job
Dolphins coach Brian Flores expressed excitement over the addition of Josh Rosen, but said it would be “unfair” to give him the franchise QB label right off the bat.
‘Last Chance U’ stars Dakota Allen, Ronald Ollie land on NFL teams‘Last Chance U’ stars Dakota Allen, Ronald Ollie land on NFL teams
For Dakota Allen and Ronald Ollie, their “last chance� turned into a dream come true.
Branden Grace-Justin Harding a potential International Team duo?Branden Grace-Justin Harding a potential International Team duo?
AVONDALE, La. – Branden Grace wanted to make something very clear – he’s actually younger than Justin Harding, his partner this week at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Evidently, there’s a perception that Grace, who turns 31 next month, is the grizzled veteran compared to the boyish-looking Harding, who turned 33 in February. “I just want to state that,� Grace said. “A lot of people are asking me. He seems too young.� And so is their partnership that’s in prime contention entering Sunday’s final round of Foursomes at TPC Louisiana. A third-round 61 in Four-balls (the low score of the round) moved them to 22 under, just one shot off the lead shared by Jon Rahm/Ryan Palmer and Scott Stallings/Trey Mullinax. Although the two South Africans have known each other for many years, having played against each other as juniors, this week is the first time they’ve competed with each other. Grace, of course, has teamed with Louis Oosthuizen as one of the International Team’s most productive duos at the Presidents Cup. Harding, meanwhile, has never made a Presidents Cup team, and is making his first start at the Zurich Classic, as he plays mostly on the European Tour. “This might be the first time we’ve actually played together as a team or as a partnership,� Harding said. “We tend to play against each other more.� Grace and Ooosthuizen were partners at TPC Louisiana in 2017, finishing T-24. They were supposed to play together last year, but Grace withdrew to be his wife as she delivered their first child. Related: Tee times | Rahm/Palmer an unusual partnership that works | Day/Scott team misses cut at TPC Louisiana This year, Oosthuizen played another South African star, Charl Schwartzel, thus leaving Grace with Harding. While Oosthuizen-Schwartzel missed the cut, Grace-Harding have a chance to win with a big showing in Sunday’s Foursomes. “I got fired, so I had to look for a new partner,� Grace joked. “Obviously I made a good pick.� So why has it worked with this first-time duo? Well, obviously the talent is there. So is the South African kinship and camaraderie. “Look, both of our games are similar. We’re a good match,� Harding said. “We like to keep each other quite jovial out there on the golf course, lots of jokes and some banter – which probably shouldn’t be shared – but it’s good fun.� Added Grace: “He’s a better putter than I am. I get streaky but he is definitely better. We have fun out there. We give each other hell, as well, and we take it the right way.� It’s obviously working this week – and it’ll likely give International Team Captain Ernie Els something to think about in December when he decides on his pairings at Royal Melbourne. Of all the partnerships involving players from International Team countries, Grace-Harding have by far been the best. For once, they’re finally on the same side of the battle.
Archer lands on injured list with ailing thumbArcher lands on injured list with ailing thumb
Pirates pitcher Chris Archer’s thumb injury resulted from wear and tear, according to Todd Tomczyk, the team’s director of sports medicine.
2019 NFL draft: Biggest post-draft questions for all 32 teams2019 NFL draft: Biggest post-draft questions for all 32 teams
When will the rookie QBs be ready to play? Can the Chiefs replace Tyreek Hill if need be? These are some of the post-draft questions facing NFL teams.
Rahm-Palmer, Stallings-Mullinax share Zurich Classic of New Orleans leadRahm-Palmer, Stallings-Mullinax share Zurich Classic of New Orleans lead
AVONDALE, La. — Jon Rahm and Ryan Palmer shared the lead with Scott Stallings and Trey Mullinax as the Zurich Classic of New Orleans finally got back on schedule. Rahm and Palmer played 30 holes Saturday in the event delayed by rain for more than seven hours Thursday, finishing off a 7-under 65 in the alternate-shot second round and shooting 64 in best-ball play in the third. Stallings and Mullinax played 27 holes, shooting 70-62. Rahm carried the team in the third round, making eight birdies. Palmer saved bogey on the par-3 17th after both players hit into the water, and Rahm made a 15-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th to match Stallings and Mullinax at 23-under 193. Brandan Grace and Justin Harding were a stroke back. The South Africans played 32 holes, shooting 68-61. The final round Sunday will be played in alternate shot.
Bishop bounces back, helps Stars tie seriesBishop bounces back, helps Stars tie series
Dallas goalie Ben Bishop rebounded – at his hometown team’s expense – with 32 saves in a 4-2 victory over the St.Louis Blues.
Harden: Rockets more than capable of series winHarden: Rockets more than capable of series win
James Harden called the Rockets “a very confident group of guys” that is prepared for the challenge of dethroning the Warriors. “We’re more than capable,” Harden said.