Joel Embiid, like many NBA stars, is accustomed to receiving a favourable whistle. Embiid famously likes to make the most of this by exaggerating even the slightest contact. And while NBA referees will often award such shenanigans, FIBA refs absolutely will not. FIBA refs will not let Joel Embiid get away with foul baiting pic.com/iD1Cmva57W…
Anthony Davis has detailed his initial reaction to the Lakers selecting Bronny James 55th overall at the NBA Draft last month. “I actually called him when he got drafted,” Davis said in an interview with Today. “I called LeBron, I don’t have Bronny’s number yet. I called Bron, you know, (LeBron said) ‘What’s up man?’…
(Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images) The San Francisco 49ers are fresh off a disappointing and heartbreaking loss in the Super Bowl. However, with the roster they have, they should have at least another opportunity to get over the hump. They don’t seem to have a legitimate foe in the NFC besides perhaps the Philadelphia Eagles….
(Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images) Trouble with the Dallas Cowboys is naturally amplified simply because it’s the Cowboys, and they are the focus of much media and fan attention. Now, a spat between two of the team’s defensive standouts is a cause for concern after safety Malik Hooker went public with his criticism of…
A little bit of everything can happen at a presidential debate. And on Thursday night, when former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden were debating ahead of the 2024 Election this fall, the conversation turned to golf. Biden said when he was vice president, he got his handicap down to a 6. That…
Thanks to Matt Larkin for making a solid case for why the Conn Smythe Trophy should only be awarded to a member of the Stanley Cup-winning team. He quoted former winner J-S Giguere in a recent post on X.com and talked about just how awkward it is to win the award when you’re a part…
(Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) During the NFL offseason, the media likes to create debates and lists that attract the attention of fans and players alike. CBS Sports’ Peter Prisco recently released his list of top 100 NFL players currently in the league. One great young player who did not make the list is…
Jannik Sinner returned home after becoming world number one to spend time with his family, and it was an emotional experience for the Italian. Going back home is always special for Sinner because he doesn’t get the chance to do so often because of his job. Being a tennis player is a full-time job, and…
By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Friday, May 31, 2024 A flood of emotions caused Iga Swiatek to break down in tears after her pulsating Roland Garros comeback conquest of Naomi Osaka. World No. 1 Swiatek dug down with deep defiance denying match point in a 7-6(1), 1-6, 7-5 second-round victory over fellow four-time Grand…
Indiana Fever/X Dallas Wings guard Arike Ogunbowale addressed complaints about WNBA physicality, suggesting that those offended should watch golf instead. After being fouled hard by Aces forward Alysha Clark, Ogunbowale commented on the increased physicality, hinting at public reactions to fouls on Fever rookie Caitlin Clark. “I don’t know how long you’ve been around the…
