First-round action at the Cinch Championships will continue on Tuesday, when Carlos Alcaraz and Andy Murray are among those in action. Here are my previews and picks for two of the schedule’s best matchups. (1) Carlos Alcaraz vs. Francisco Cerundolo Alcaraz won the French Open a couple of weeks ago and now turns his attention…
It’s men’s semifinal day at the French Open on Friday, and even without any member of the Big 3 involved it’s still quite a lineup. Jannik Sinner vs. Carlos Alcaraz is currently the best rivalry in tennis, while Alexander Zverev vs. Casper Ruud is a rematch of last year’s semifinal in Paris. Here are my…
The 49ers pulled a stunner in taking Ricky Pearsall as their first-round selection. But now questions arise if he’s helping push Brandon Aiyuk out.
Photo: YouTube NBA insider Shams Charania revealed that the Philadelphia 76ers have made a significant move by converting two-way guard/forward Ricky Council IV to a new four-year NBA contract worth $7.4 million. Council, who has showcased his talents in 30 games, averaging 5.7 points in 9.3 minutes, has impressed both the coaching staff and management,…
The 2024 Draft class is loaded with WR talent and teams cannot wait to select new playmakers. At the top of the draft, there could be three to four receivers taken in the first 10 picks. That doesn’t mean quality players are not available. Talent can be found anywhere in the draft if teams are…
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse told the media that undrafted rookie Ricky Council IV does everything hard following Monday’s 123-121 road win vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers (8 points/5 rebounds/2-7 FG/4-5 FT/+5 +/-). (via NBC Sports Philadelphia): Reporter: “I think we asked you before the Atlanta game about situations that you’ve been in undermanned, pulling…
Former NBA point guard Ricky Rubio’s recent retirement announcement at the age of 33, citing mental health concerns, has resonated across the basketball community. Reflecting on Rubio’s decision, his ex-teammate Karl-Anthony Towns shared heartfelt sentiments during a Podcast P with Paul George episode. Towns praised Rubio not just for his on-court prowess but, more significantly,…
In a surprising twist, seasoned Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio has officially announced his retirement from the NBA, concluding a remarkable 12-year career that saw him don various team jerseys. Rubio’s decision, following a temporary hiatus to address mental health concerns in August and a subsequent contract buyout with the Cavaliers two days ago, marks…
After stepping away from the Cavaliers to work on his mental health in August, veteran guard Ricky Rubio announced his retirement from the NBA on Thursday. The 33-year-old took to X to announce the news and explained how that time in August was “one of the toughest nights” of his life, but added that he…
Ricky Rubio and the Cleveland Cavaliers are in talks about reaching a buyout agreement. Rubio, who has been dealing with mental health issues and spending time in Spain this season, may not return to basketball, raising doubts about his future in the sport. It’s unlikely that Rubio will play in the current season, and with…
