A native of Louisville, Ky, D’Angelo Russell went to high school in Florida to prepare himself for this moment. At basketball powerhouse Montverde Academy, Russell honed his hardwood skills against the nation’s top prep competition as a precursor to the next step of his career. Instead of a step, Russell took a leap in his dominant… Continue reading Russell joins Matta’s list of pro players
Chelsea ‘Parks the Bus’… Right into the Title Spot
After Chelsea’s nil-nil tie against Arsenal this past weekend, the Blues have essentially secured the Premier League title. Jose Mourinho’s side need just six points in the last five games of the schedule to become EPL champions. However, it hasn’t been Chelsea’s impressive march toward the title that fans and media have been talking about,… Continue reading Chelsea ‘Parks the Bus’… Right into the Title Spot
Archie Bradley Fine But Majorly Swollen After Scary Shot
Last night, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley had the scare of a lifetime. In the second inning, the 22 year old rookie tossed a curveball over the plate. Carlos Gomez sent the flying back towards Bradley at 115 mph where it struck him above the jaw. Embed from Getty Images Bradley was immediately taken to… Continue reading Archie Bradley Fine But Majorly Swollen After Scary Shot
Who to Watch: Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway
Most Sprint Cup drivers either love or hate restrictor plate races. While the high speeds and risk of “the big one” may raise safety concerns, this is rarely the reason they dread heading to Daytona or Talladega. Teams who normally run up front every week can’t seem to find the front at these tracks, and… Continue reading Who to Watch: Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway
The Nets Tie it Up: NBA Playoffs Recap for April 28
With the injury to Mike Conley, the Blazers took advantage and got an important home win to take their series to 3-1. Elsewhere, the Nets won in OT to make it 2-2 with the #1 seed, and the Bucks got their second straight to force a game 6 at 3-2. Let’s get to the games:… Continue reading The Nets Tie it Up: NBA Playoffs Recap for April 28
Spurs vs. Clippers Series is now a Best of Three
With so many of the first round series in the NBA this year being busts, it is the defending champion San Antonio Spurs and the hyper talented Los Angeles Clippers who are trying their best to keep the early days of the playoffs relevant. Embed from Getty Images After taking Game 1 of the series the… Continue reading Spurs vs. Clippers Series is now a Best of Three
Top Of The Heap: Plays of the Week
Another week of baseball is in the books! Players are starting to hit their stride with gold gloves and silver sluggers getting polished up. Let’s take a look at the five plays that defined the past week in the Majors. 5. Yunel Escobar Saves Face For His Closer April has been a struggle for the… Continue reading Top Of The Heap: Plays of the Week
Only Two Good Series’: NBA Weekly Podcast for Apr 26
BVA, Pete, Feti’, and Endo give out their season-ending awards for 2014-2015: Spurs vs. Clippers Hawks vs. Nets The Rest of the East The Rest of the West Looking Forward Subscribe in iTunes Subscribe in TuneIn
Juventus Fall: Serie A Recap for Apr 25-26
Juventus’ celebration is on hold as they lose in their derby match to Torino. Elsewhere, Lazio get a draw and Roma continue to struggle. Let’s get to the games: Embed from Getty Images Udinese 2 (8-11-12) AC Milan 1 (10-13-8) Full Time Milan’s hopes of playing in Europe next season were hurt by a stunning… Continue reading Juventus Fall: Serie A Recap for Apr 25-26
The Mavs Hang On: NBA Playoff Recap for April 27
In the nightcap, the Dallas Mavericks hung on to force a game 5 with a win over the Rockets. Elsewhere, the Cavs swept the Celtics but lose Kevin Love to injury, the Clippers even up the series with the Spurs with a gutsy win in San Antonio, and the Wizards sweep the Raptors. Let’s get… Continue reading The Mavs Hang On: NBA Playoff Recap for April 27