Jalen Johnson reflects on facing adversity in college basketball: “There was a time when the world was against me”

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson worked extremely hard following his short stint at Duke University to show the world who he really is (just signed a five-year, $150MM extension). (via atlhawksfans): Lauren L. Williams: “If you could describe this moment to yourself 5 years ago about what it’s all going to entail, what would you…

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Tiafoe vs. Evans, Mannarino vs. Vukic

Analysis of Tiafoe facing off against Evans, and Mannarino taking on Vukic in upcoming tennis matches

Getty Images Second-round action in Almaty concludes on Thursday, when Frances Tiafoe begins his week against familiar foe Dan Evans. Adrian Mannarino and Aleksandar Vukic are also aiming for a place in the quarterfinals. (1) Frances Tiafoe vs. Dan Evans Tiafoe and Evans will be squaring off for–surprisingly–the 10th time in their careers when they…

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Oilers Make Big Line Changes Ahead of Game Against the Flyers

Oilers Shake Up Lines Before Facing Flyers

The Edmonton Oilers are going back to the tried and true formula that is stacking the top line with their elite stars. Coming out of practice on Tuesday, head coach Kris Knoblauch loaded up the Oilers’ number one line, slotting Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid, and Zach Hyman together. The line changes are likely meant to…

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