[ad_1] TROON, Scotland — It’s been almost 40 years since the debut of the musical “Chess,” and while it was ostensibly about, well, chess, and set mostly in Thailand, one lyric has currency at the 152nd Open on the dilapidated west coast of Scotland. One night in Bangkok makes the hard man humble Not much…
[ad_1] After a podcast preface by Ben Lindbergh about Mike Trout’s knee injury (sigh), Ben and Meg Rowley banter (4:19) about a weekend White Sox sweep, the overdue news that Nike is supposedly fixing the much-maligned MLB uniforms, follow-ups about rule rollbacks, ballplayer dirt ingestion, the “group Maddux,” and promotion/relegation, and the Twins’ summer sausage….
[ad_1] Photo: Philadelphia 76ers/Twitter Charles Oakley commented on Joel Embiid’s emotional displays, suggesting that as a big player, Embiid should refrain from showing vulnerability on the court. Oakley expressed his belief that injured players should stay home and watch games on TV instead of being visibly upset during games. He compared Embiid’s behavior to crying…
[ad_1] While the size of the golf hole has been a standardised 4.25 inches since 1891, the golf ball and its size has undergone a non-stop evolution over the past century which continues to this day. The use of different materials has led to technological advances, the most recent notable example being the mass switch…
[ad_1] The week of the NFL Draft brings back memories for players, especially those fresh off their rookie seasons. Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Myles Murphy is reflecting on his own draft experience and the advice he received as he transitions from Clemson to the pros. As Murphy begins Week 2 of the Bengals’ offseason program,…
[ad_1] New Charlotte Hornets veteran Seth Curry has seen quite the talent and potential from rookie Brandon Miller so far. (via Charlotte Hornets): “He’s talented, man. He’s playing with a good energy, a good composure out there on the floor. Plays with a good pace, got all the skills obviously at his size. So I…
[ad_1] Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra talked about the new look that big man Kristaps Porzingis brings to the Boston Celtics following yesterday’s 110-106 home loss (25 points/9 rebounds/3 assists/2 blocks/8-14 FG/2-4 3-PT/7-9 FT/+2 +/-). (via Miami Heat): Reporter: “Now you’ve seen him for a few games, how has Porzingis kind of changed the…
[ad_1] Dan Quinn is set to become the next head coach of the Washington Commanders and, in turn, has concluded the hiring cycle for 2024, leaving two notable names without head coaching positions — Bill Belichick and Mike Vrabel. Vrabel was fired by the Titans back on Jan. 9 after a 6-11 season in Tennessee. However, he was…
[ad_1] Here’s Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra on Nikola Jovic’s development process since summer league. (via Bally Sports Sun): Reporter: “What do you think about Jovic’s development? And what have you seen in practice or maybe just what you’ve seen from the players in terms of their trust in him to put him out…
[ad_1] Washington Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. was wowed by Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren during Monday’s 136-128 home loss (31 points/4 rebounds/5 assists/2 blocks/11-14 FG/4-5 3-PT/5-8 FT). (via Washington Wizards): “Very unique skillset for a guy with his length and size. Obviously he can shoot, shooting just under 40 (percent) on the…
