Author: Mikesportz
Nebraska Cornhuskers news: Regrets, revenge plans, and a brutal takedown Scott Frost won’t stop talking, Matt Rhule targets a flip from his old protégé, and ESPN delivers a reality check Nebraska Cornhuskers fans will love. The most significant piece of news in the Nebraska Cornhuskers’ world comes from someone who is no longer a part of that world. Scott Frost opened his gob this week and once again decided it was time to trash the Nebraska football program. At the Big 12 media days, Frost, who is now the head coach of the UCF Knights was asked if he had…
In the Pacers’ version of democracy, they don’t just share the ball on the court. They share interviews, jokes and underarm deodorant in the locker room and they share food on the airplane. There’s no leader in the locker room, just a consortium of old and young alike who pitch in when and wherever needed. They are, in fact, a working model for any corporation or organization looking to escape the sort of mediocrity last season’s team displayed. If there’s a mantra for a season in which they won 48 games, six more than last season and about 16 more…
An Indiana Pacers executive found out about Myles Turner signing with the Milwaukee Bucks through his phone rather than Turner himself. During the first week of free agency, the Bucks made the bold move to waive star guard Damian Lillard to create immediate salary relief and freed up enough space to sign Turner. President of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard held a media briefing regarding the Pacers’ offseason so far, which has included finding a replacement for Turner. Pritchard said that he learned about Turner’s new contract through ESPN reporter Shams Charania on social media. “I just felt like we were…
Anonymous Executives Have No Faith in Pacers Repeating as East Champs in 2025 No one is giving the Pacers much of a chance to return to the NBA Finals next season. The Indiana Pacers shocked the NBA when they stormed through the Eastern Conference this year. Despite the fact that they made the Eastern Conference Finals last season, no one had faith in them. They used that fuel to run through the East playoffs without too many issues. They dispatched the Bucks in six games, the Cavs in five, and the Knicks in six to make the NBA Finals. Indiana…
Upon further review, it appears the hat LeBron James was wearing while golfing in Cleveland last week doesn’t mean he’s destined to return to the Cavaliers for a third stint. Who would’ve thought? The speculation began during the holiday week when James was spotted working out at Cleveland’s facility. It escalated when he posted a video of himself golfing in the Cleveland area while wearing a hat with the description, “Welcome home.” Welcome home? Did this mean LeBron is eyeing a trade the Cavaliers to finish out his Hall of Fame career the same way it started? No, no it…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, host Ethan Sands and columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the current state of the NBA, focusing on the Cavs and their potential challengers in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland Cavaliers Projected as Eastern Conference Leaders: The Cavaliers are projected to be the number one seed in the Eastern Conference and have the second-best record in the NBA behind only the Oklahoma City Thunder. Both hosts agree that Cleveland has “the most talented roster in the East” and has made smart offseason moves while maintaining their core group under coach Kenny…
Lee Elia, who managed the Chicago Cubs and the Philadelphia Phillies in a professional baseball career that lasted more than 50 years as a coach and player, died Wednesday at the age of 87, the Phillies announced Thursday. Elia, an infielder who signed with the Phillies in 1958, played for the Chicago White Sox and the Cubs during his brief playing career, hitting .203 with 3 home runs and 25 RBIs in 95 games over the 1966 and ’68 seasons. It was as a manager and coach where Elia made his mark. He landed his first managerial job in…
Giannis Antetokounmpo addresses his future with Bucks, says he doesn’t want to play in New York Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to have taken two teams off his list of possible future NBAlanding spots. Antetokounmpo, whose current deal with he Milwaukee Bucks runs through the 2027-28 season, does not appear to be interested in playing for either of New York’s pro teams, the Knicks and the Nets. “A lot of people have tried to convince me to play [in New York], but nah,” he said recently.” Antetokounmpo, 30, was asked if he plans to remain in Milwaukee, the only team he has played for…
Cam Ward Reveals Why He Chose Michigan State Michigan State incoming freshman forward Cam Ward revealed what sold him on joining the Spartans. Michigan State freshman forward Cam Ward is primed for a strong season with the Spartans to kickstart his collegiate basketball career. He joined a recent podcast and discussed the main reasons why he chose the Spartans over the rest of the country. Ward joined “The Twin Take” podcast with twin brothers, Luke and Jackson Hershey, young avid sports fans who took time last week to talk with Ward about his upbringing, realization of stardom and what sold…
Former Detroit Tigers Pitcher Suddenly Passes Away in Tragic Accident A former Detroit Tigers pitcher tragically passed away in an accident on Tuesday in the Dominican Republic. The Detroit Tigers received some sad news on Tuesday after learning that former relief pitcher Octavio Dotel suddenly passed away. Dotel, 53, died during a tragic accident Tuesday morning in the Dominican Republic. According to the Dominican National Police, Dotel was one of over 60 people who lost their lives when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a concert. Former MLB player Tony Blanco and Nelson Cruz’s sister, Nelsy, were also…