Chicago Bulls falter down the stretch, lose 104-94 to Miami Heat in Game 3 of playoff series
By Associated Press: CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls held LeBron James in check for much of the game, and Dwyane Wade only attempted seven shots. They failed to keep track of Chris Bosh, and he made them pay for it. Carlos Boozer scored 21 points to lead a balanced performance by Chicago, but Bosh had 20 points [...]
Mayweather proves time is still now
ESPN.com- LAS VEGAS – A 36th birthday, a year off — two months of which was spent in jail last summer on a domestic abuse conviction — would normally be the recipe for disaster for any fighter taking on a quality opponent. But Floyd Mayweather Jr., the pound-for-pound king, is not just any fighter. Instead, [...]
Celtics’ comeback fades in 88-80 loss to Knicks
By Jimmy Golden, Associated Press: BOSTON - Kevin Garnett made his way off the court toward Boston’s locker room looking straight down the entire way, not lifting his head or even a hand to the fans crowding him and reaching for a high-five or to congratulate him. There was nothing to celebrate. The Celtics’ season [...]
Dolphins, stadiums effort on ‘life support’
By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida: TALLAHASSEE – A long third down conversion is needed to keep the Dolphins drive alive. And there’s no way to stop the clock. The House speaker made it clear Thursday that the Miami Dolphins have an “uphill” effort to get hotel bed tax dollars for stadium improvements. [...]
Kobe: ‘Frustration is unbearable’ after injury
By Greg Beacham, Associated Press: LOS ANGELES – Kobe Bryant took to Facebook in the wee hours of Saturday morning to vent about the Achilles tendon injury that likely ended his season, writing the “frustration is unbearable” but the setback will not end his career. The Lakers’ star felt a pop as he pushed off [...]
A lot to ponder: Kobe will decide this summer about retirement
FROM WIRE REPORTS Kobe Bryant’s contract with the Los Angeles Lakers expires after the 2013-2014 NBA season, but the 17-year veteran is planning to make his retirement decision as early as this summer, Scott Howard-Cooper of NBA.com reports. Bryant has mentioned the R-word throughout the season, but has yet to give a firm commitment on [...]
Unknown Fort Myers team defines spirit of March Madness
Florida Gulf Coast has become the darling of 2013 NCAA tournament BY DAVE HYDE SUN SENTINEL/MCT FORT MYERS – The school bookstore ran out of shirts Monday. The athletic website crashed twice. The basketball coach received more than 1,000 texts. The star guard saw three alias Twitter accounts start in his name. “And one already [...]
Tiger Woods returns to sport’s pinnacle with eighth Arnold Palmer win
BY BRIAN SCHMITZ ORLANDO SENTINEL/MCT ORLANDO – No matter what day it is, it’s always Sunday to Tiger Woods when he’s sniffing a title. Woods won the Arnold Palmer Invitational on a Monday after storms delayed the final round — but not Tiger’s climb back to the golfing mountaintop. “I think he plays every shot [...]
No. 15 seed Florida Gulf Coast beats SDSU 81-71
By Jim O’Connell, Associated Press: PHILADELPHIA — Florida Gulf Coast became the first 15 to reach the Sweet 16, and the Eagles not only made it look easy, they made it look fun. Little-known FGCU beat San Diego State 81-71 on Sunday night, its second NCAA tournament upset of the weekend. Just like in their [...]
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Sports commentary: Is this it for Kobe?
By Richard Rodge – Editor’s note: After suffering a ruptured Achilles tendon last night in a game touting the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors, Lakers star Kobe Bryant is projected to be out for six to nine months. It’s not all over for Kobe. He’s the Black Mamba. Anyone who follows his [...]
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