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Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving unveils shoe collaboration with Kobe Bryant

August 12, 2017

According to National Basketball Association reporter Peter Vecsey, who was a guest on the HoopsHype Podcast on Friday, Irving is most interested in joining the Los Angeles Clippers next season. "Phoenix, of course, hired James Jones this offseason", McMenamin said. One team outside of Kyrie's top-four preferred destinations that has reportedly been in talks with the Cavs is the Phoenix Suns .

Usain Bolt defeat proves 'anything is possible', says 5000m favourite Mo Farah

August 12, 2017

Farah shrugged off a knee injury and a cut leg, having been spiked in his 10,000m triumph, and will be fit to race again ahead of his planned track retirement later this month. Unless he makes an unlikely comeback, he will take the field for the last time on Saturday in Jamaica's 4x100m relay in the World Championships being held in London.

Man United want to sign player in this position before transfer deadline

August 12, 2017

As a player, the physical, tough, nature of the Championship, coupled with the fact that there are eight more games to play in, often with much smaller squads, make it such a hard league. But last season when Everton finished seventh and Southampton eighth the gap was a huge 15 points, while a difference of only six points separated 8th place from Watford in 17th.

Lacazette scores two minutes into Arsenal debut

August 12, 2017

Gabriel and Santi Cazorla are definitely out. Leicester boss Craig Shakespeare handed Harry Maguire his debut as the Foxes opted for a 4-4-2, leaving Kelechi Iheanacho on the bench. No, Arsenal nor Leicester won the league past year, but it is still a marquee match. As always, Arsenal's transfer business this summer has been questionable from the outside and aggravating to their fans.

Series opener postponed, split doubleheader on Sunday

August 12, 2017

For much of the day, it appeared as though the game would begin on time, but about 25 minutes before the scheduled first pitch at 7:05 ET, the Nationals brought their tarp onto the field and never officially listed a new start time for the contest.

Paul Pogba: 'Manchester United want to win everything'

August 12, 2017

There have been three new arrivals at United so far this summer, including Pogba's friend Romelu Lukaku who made a £90m move from Everton, and the Frenchman is backing the players to succeed. But the Belgium global has gone on to establish himself as a key cog under both Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho , playing 28 league games last season.

Conor McGregor Says Floyd Mayweather Jr. Won't Last Two Rounds Against Him

August 12, 2017

At least that's what Mayweather wants you to think. Even Mayweather was talking McGregor up this week when he said: "He's a lot younger". What McGregor can do, and most likely will show today, is his ability to be vastly different than any other opponent Floyd Mayweather has fought before.

Guardiola wants Manchester City to play like Barcelona - Yaya Toure

August 12, 2017

He said "we are not going to spend how we spent this season, I assure you that". The Citizens completely changed the back four over the summer as Ederson Moraes, Kyle Walker , Danilo and Benjamin Mendy all joined, while Bernardo Silva was brought to reinforce the front line.

Lacazette and Ozil both start for Arsenal

August 12, 2017

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is a known admirer of the 26-year-old and hinted in June at the possibility of making a bid for the player, who has already been the subject of at least one offer from Italian side Roma this summer. You could see that this team has quality and is used to playing together. "As a game is 90 minutes that would guarantee us a goal". The Premier League has got off to a lively start, with the players trooping off after a massively entertaining 45 minutes of ...

Kang pips Chopra, enters javelin final

August 12, 2017

Kang came out from nowhere to attain the qualifying mark of 83m with his third and final throw that cleared a distance of 84.22m. Though the qualification round results may not mean anything in the final, the 28-year-old Indian will certainly be happy to note that he finished higher than Germany's Olympic champion Thomas Rohler.

Sergio Ramos' reaction to Jose Mourinho complaining was absolutely priceless

August 12, 2017

Sergio Ramos - nothing like it". The defender was also asked if Mourinho had a great influence in moulding his playing career as it was the Portuguese who effectively converted Ramos from a right back into a centre back, but the player was seemingly dismissive of the tactician in his response.

Hamstring strain could sideline Cubs' Contreras 4-6 weeks

August 12, 2017

He was injured running to first base on Wednesday in San Francisco. For the season, Contreras is hitting.274 with 21 home runs and 70 RBIs, and he's one of the toughest catchers to run on in the majors. The loss of Contreras for this amount of time isn't the most ideal situation, but luckily it seems like he should be back before the end of the season.

Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) Short Interest Update

August 12, 2017

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Usain Bolt running last individual race Saturday

August 12, 2017

It would mean the world to me but at the same time I don't take it for granted. They've been there during the ups and down throughout my career. "I wanted to pay homage", Gatlin told reporters. Sir Mo Farah vowed he will be ready for the 5,000 metres final despite admitting he is feeling the pain. Then came the move to OR to team up with coach Alberto Salazar and the transformation has been nothing less than spectacular.

Third inning errors open door for Pittsburgh as Pirates beat Blue Jays

August 12, 2017

The Jays jumped 1-0 on a Kevin Pillar sacrifice fly to centre that scored Justin Smoak from third. Marcus Stroman surrendered four runs - all unearned - in eight innings and was charged with a loss to the Pirates on Friday. After making an errant throw to second while trying to force John Jaso on Francisco Cervelli's grounder, Refsnyder failed to touch second base while trying to turn a double play on Adam Frazier's hard shot to third, allowing the Pirates to score their first run.

DeShone Kizer impresses, Browns unwilling to name him starter

August 12, 2017

The second-year wideout from Northern Illinois finished the night with 10 catches for 124 yards and one touchdown. For Chase Daniel , he will more than likely be the lock for the No. "Did he take a step?" Jackson was pleased with Kizer's performance, but hasn't decided who will start when the Browns host the New York Giants on August 21.

Pampling hits terrible, rushed tee shot at US PGA

August 12, 2017

Johnson hit 11 of 14 fairways off the tee, though he missed seven of 18 greens in regulation. "I knew the club I had I needed the wind to be hurting for it to not go long", Johnson said. Johnson admitted it wasn't easy gathering himself after running to his ball. "That's the biggest, or most clutch thing I've ever seen anyone do for me", Day said.

Confirmed: Another Chelsea Player Reveals Jose Mourinho's Transfer Approach

August 12, 2017

While the Red Devils did win the Europa League and EFL Cup last season, they ultimately achieved a disappointing 6th place finish in Mourinho's debut season, 24 points adrift of champions Chelsea . "It's not just hope it's convinced that the quality of the team will be better, I have conditions to deliver a better one than the first". Mourinho says the club is not at the level of the best teams advancing deep into Champions League right now, but they will reach that level in just two years.

Wenger offers solution to Chelsea's 'small squad problems'

August 12, 2017

The Spanish global has since been on holiday in his birth town of Lagarto in Brazil he has been engaging in various activities to keep fit. But the manager was quick to deflect away from the subject, saying: "I'm very happy because these players are working very well and so hard".

Rory McIlroy pulls off great recovery shot at PGA Championship

August 12, 2017

Kevin Kisner surged in front of the pack Friday at the PGA Championship with a second straight 4-under 67. Australian Day was outright third at five under after going four under through 10 holes. The projected cut was at four over. Leading Round 2's morning wave, Kisner broke out of a tie for the lead with Thorbjorn Olesen by finishing his round with three birdies and an eagle with just one bogey.

Barcelona's Sergi Roberto wanted as Nemanja Matic replacement following Manchester United

August 12, 2017

City manager Pep Guardiola's decision to spend more than 200 million on five players may be the most astonishing piece of business, but money has been lavished everywhere: Everton and promoted Huddersfield Town both brought in nine new players and most clubs either broke their own transfer records or spent much of the summer trying to do so.

Ryan Tannehill to undergo season-ending surgery

August 12, 2017

Tannehill's left knee buckled with no contact , and the team was concerned because it was the same knee the quarterback injured last season. NFL Network's Aditi Kinkhabwala initially provided some optimism for Tannehill and the Dolphins when she reported there was no structural damage to the knee.

Sammy Watkins headed to Rams in trade with Bills

August 12, 2017

Matthews was drafted by the Eagles in the second round of the 2014 draft out of Vanderbilt University, and he's been a proven commodity. So they chose to move on from Watkins a year early and get a second-round draft pick. For the Rams, this was all about Watkins: They want to give young quarterback Jared Goff another weapon, and now they've done so. Matthews has 225 catches for 2,673 and 19 touchdowns in three seasons.

Yep, Lonzo Ball Will Be Wearing Big Baller Brand in National Basketball Association 2K18

August 12, 2017

No word yet on what shoe the real Ball will lace up this season. It will be interesting to see if folks using the MyCareer mode can sign with Big Baller Brand. Today the National Basketball Association 2K Twitter account cleared things up , confirming that his signature shoe will be included when 2K18 hits shelves on September 19th (customers who pre-order can get access starting on the 15th).

Mourinho confirms United in talks over Ibrahimovic return

August 12, 2017

He said: "It's not because I have always done it that I am going to do it". However, the club did win the Europa League and the League Cup, giving the manager a platform of success on which to build. Mourinho still speaks of free agent Ibrahimovic as part of the group, saying he is injured for the start of the season along with other "important players" like Luke Shaw, Ashley Young and Marcos Rojo.

Guardiola: Man City spending spree justified but unsustainable

August 12, 2017

City still appears too dependent on Vincent Kompany , its injury-prone center back and captain, while a new holding midfielder to replace 34-year-old Yaya Toure will probably be Guardiola's priority next summer. "But the solution is not changing players every season". "The club was clever like that because we anticipated what we needed after last season". But I think it is unsustainable.

Leeds reject £12m bid from Burnley for Chris Wood

August 12, 2017

According to writer Phil Hay of the Yorkshire Post, via Twitter , manager Sean Dyche sees Wood as the ideal man to step into Gray's shoes as Burnley target survival in the Premier League . This tally was enough for him to win the Championship Golden Boot. Stoke City and West Ham United were linked with Wood earlier in the summer transfer window but Leeds look ready to to ward off further bids for him.

Manchester United FC in talks to retain Zalatan Ibrahimovic

August 12, 2017

Another former United forward, Wayne Rooney, will make his first Premier League start since rejoining boyhood club Everton when they host Stoke City at Goodison Park on Saturday. "Between the players we have lost and the players we have got, I think we are in a similar situation but with more experience of working together and a much better pre-season".

Miller-Uibo bounces back to ease into 200m final

August 12, 2017

Ivana Spanovic seemed to have produced a medal-winning leap on her final long jump, but she was given a much shorter mark - seemingly because the number bib on her back dragged into the sand and likely cost her precious centimeters. "I would never have believed this could happen", Frerichs said. I am so grateful for having a championships like this. Already a bronze medallist in the 1500m, Caster Semenya is looking strong over her favoured distance of 800m.

Why Manchester City are favorites to win the Premier League

August 12, 2017

It may have been pricey business but, on paper at least, Pep Guardiola has assembled a squad that looks exciting and potentially capable of blowing teams away. Ederson added that the opportunity to work under Guardiola played a significant role in persuading him to sign for Manchester City . "I never complained for one bad game or bad defeat, making excuses, never, even in Germany I never said that, never in my life I make an excuse about what happened".

Hernan Crespo Tips Manchester United To Win Premier League

August 12, 2017

He's made history everywhere with Porto, Inter and now he can do it with Manchester United . Despite having only played 45 minutes for the club in last week's friendly against Sampdoria , the £35million signing impressed throughout the whole match in sweltering Macedonia.

2 reasons Devonta Freeman may not be worth $41.2 million

August 12, 2017

The battle for third string running back behind Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman will be an interesting position battle to watch as the pre-season continues. As is the case every year, the first-team is not expected to see many snaps in this game. While negotiations carried into the start of training camp, the running back said he had no intention of holding out because he didn't want to be a distraction.

Ronald Darby traded to Eagles

August 12, 2017

Gaines was valuable defensive back in the Rams' rotation. Matthews, 6-3, 212, is entering his fourth National Football League season after the Eagles made him a second-round pick in the 2014 National Football League draft . Watkins is reunited with former Bills wideout Robert Woods in Los Angeles and is expected to fill the team's top receiver role. With Darby heading to Philadelphia, the Eagles sent the Bills wide receiver Jordan Matthews .

Evercore ISI Reaffirms "Buy" Rating for Transocean Ltd. (NYSE:RIG)

August 12, 2017

Merck & Co Inc now has $170.43B valuation. These shares are worth $106,596 and were traded at $11.28 each. About shares traded. Regional Management Corp (NYSE:RM) has risen 29.27% since August 10, 2016 and is uptrending. Goelzer Investment Mgmt Inc holds 27,470 shares or 0.37% of its portfolio. The shares price has positioned -26.17% down over the past quarter while it has directed -37.98% toward a falling position throughout past six months.

Antonio Conte: 'Alvaro Morata needs time'

August 12, 2017

Costa, who scored 20 goals last season as the Blues won the Premier League glory, has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid who are now under a transfer ban. I think also in this season, this will happen". My aim is to try to improve my players, to try to improve my team. "This role is the most hard to adapt to then the other roles".

49ers vs. Chiefs: Game preview with Niners Noise

August 12, 2017

You want to hit that opener at full speed. The kickoff game [in the regular season] with New England, we want to be rolling. He led the Hawkeyes to a 12-0 record during the 2015 season, and berths in the Big Ten championship game and the Rose Bowl Game.

Pearson fastest in 100 meters hurdles semis, holder goes out

August 12, 2017

The fourth Jamaican in the semi-finals - Rochelle Burton - clocked 12.94 seconds for fifth place in the third and final heat. "I'm just happy to be going through the rounds and feeling good; it's a matter of doing it to my own art". Now self-coached, the 30-year-old arrived in London in peak physical shape for her first global championships since finishing second at the 2013 world titles in Moscow.

Clashes at Zakir Musa's native village in Tral as forces launch CASO

August 12, 2017

Zakir Musa, who quit the insurgent outfit Hizbul Mujahideen after it refused to endorse his warning to "behead" the separatists for preaching political nationalism , was announced as the Ansar Ghawatul Hind chief, or the head of Al Qaeda in Kashmir by the West Asia-based terror outfit.

Brittney Reese Paid Respects To Her Grandfather In Winning Long Jump Gold

August 12, 2017

Klishina of Russian Federation claimed the silver with 7.00m with Tianna Bartoletta taking the bronze at 6.97m on her final attempt. In third at this point was USA's Bartolotta at 6.56m. The 30-year-old Reese secured victory with her third jump of 7.02 metres, beating Klishina by two centimetres. Klinshina, 26, was satisified with a medal, her first from a world championships.

Huddersfield re-sign midfielder Philip Billing to three-year deal

August 12, 2017

Liverpool's hopes hinge on hanging on to attacking ace Philippe Coutinho, with Barcelona desperate to sign him after selling fellow Brazilian Neymar to Paris St-Germain for a world record $326 million. Who's a player on your team that neutrals might not know much about, but should become fans of? "It's an important year for me and I just want to make the most of it".

Coburn leads historic U.S. 1-2 in steeplechase

August 12, 2017

The American duo notched the leading positions off the final curve and Coburn hit the finish line in style in nine minutes, 2.58 seconds, smashng the previous Championships record of 9:06.57 set by Russia's Yekaterina Volkova back in 2007. Manning had the fourth fastest time at 12.71, while last summer's silver medalist Ali clocked in fifth at 12.79. "This is an absolute dream", Frerichs said.

Pep Guardiola: Premier League players £20-£25m more expensive

August 12, 2017

Ederson added that the opportunity to work under Guardiola played a significant role in persuading him to sign for Manchester City. As the Seagulls prepare to host City on Saturday afternoon, Hughton has insisted his men must ignore any gulf in financial clout, citing Burnley and Bournemouth as examples of how to carve out a Premier League niche on a budget.

Philippe Coutinho asks to leave Liverpool

August 12, 2017

Even if English football club Liverpool fails to buy a defender this summer, team coach Jurgen Klopp said he won't have a problem as he is happy with Liverpool's current defensive options. So what they pay in the end doesn't matter. Speaking on Wednesday as the club announced Western Union as their shirt sleeve sponsor, Klopp told reporters that "everybody was really happy" that they finished in the top four last season.

Watch LaVar Ball get parodied perfectly on 'Saturday Night Live'

August 12, 2017

Thompson's performance was one of dedication and committment, taking Ball's already outlandish character and expanding him into space, with claims like, "Look at me!" It seems it was would be easy to imitate LaVar, but Thompson puts so much into it, that what he recited does not seem to far fetched from what LaVar would actually say.

Jaguars end Branden Albert saga by releasing the veteran

August 12, 2017

After skipping the majority of the offseason program, Albert abruptly announced his retirement on July 31. The Jaguars will also get back the seventh-round pick they used in exchange for the trade with the Miami Dolphins to acquire Albert earlier this season .

Bills trade Watkins and Darby, acquire Jordan Matthews, EJ Gaines

August 12, 2017

The shakeup continues an offseason overhaul under new coach Sean McDermott and GM Brandon Beane. He is entering the final year of his deal. Matthews is also heading into the final year of his rookie contract and is a little more expensive, with a salary of $1.1 million.

Jose Mourinho insists Manchester United's transfer activity is sufficient

August 12, 2017

Mourinho added: "We got a central defender that can play in many other positions, which is important". Zlatan Ibrahimovic could return to Manchester United at some point this season, manager Jose Mourinho confirmed today. "It's not something urgent, it's nothing that you are desperate to have it done or not done". "He wants more at the highest level so we are having conversations and we are discussing the possibility of him to stay with us for the second part of the season".

Loria Agrees To Sell Marlins To Jeter Group

August 12, 2017

A purchase agreement is expected to be finalized and sent to Major League Baseball's offices Friday, according to the Herald. Sherman, a Marlins fan, is known for his philanthropic work and previously was the chairman and chief investment officer of Naples-based Private Capital Management.

CNMI governor backs Trump's stance on North Korea

August 12, 2017

Homeland Security spokeswoman Jenna Gaminde has previously told the media that Guam residents would be immediately alarmed by sirens from the All-Hazards Alert Warning System located across the small Pacific island in case North Korea delivers its promise to strike Guam "within two weeks".

Olympics : LA city to get more oversight in competition agreement

August 12, 2017

The City Council approved LA 2024's Host City contract in January, but was required to vote again on the newly negotiated Host City Contract 2028. Paris will be sworn in as host of the 2024 event at the same meeting. Also endorsed was the IOC's new Host City Contract that is based on the 2024 version but includes an updated financial relationship and other elements relevant to the date change.

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