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| Kyrie Irving scores a career-high 55 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeat the Portland Trailblazers. Photo credit: CBS Sports |
Kyrie Irving Goes Off For 55 Against Portland
Mavs Drop Third Straight Game Leaving Players and Coaches Pondering
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| Marc Gasol defends Rajon Rondo as the Memphis Grizzlies hand the Dallas Mavericks their third lose in a row, 109-90. Photo credit: AP |
Dallas-- The Dallas Mavericks can't seem to figure it out. They have now lost their third game in a row for the first time this season, losing to the Memphis Grizzlies 109-90. Both players and head coach have their ideas on how to get back to winning.
by +Rodney Fisher2015 NBA Dunk Contestants Released to Mixed Reviews
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| Oladipo, Plumlee, LaVine, and Antetokounmpo will be competing in the 2015 Sprite Slam Dunk Contest. Photo credit: NBA |
The NBA has officially announced the contestants for the 2015 Sprite Slam Dunk contest. Although many are please with the return of the old judging format, the lack of superstar names should be nothing new...right?
by +Rodney FisherNBA All-Star Starters Announced, Steph Curry Leader in Votes
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| Steph Curry leads all vote-getters for 2015 NBA All-Star game. Photo credit: NBA.com |
The 2015 NBA All-Star starters will feature one big historic first and one surprising outcome. We will see the first ever sibling rivalry and the emergence of a new lead vote-getter.
by +Rodney FisherPeyton Manning Looking to Return for 2015 Season
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| Manning looks to return for Denver. Photo Credit: Ron Chenoy/USA Today Sports |
Broncos quarterback is looking to comeback and lead Denver for another season.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Johan Santana Drawing Interest in Comeback Attempt
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| Santana as a member of the NY Mets. Photo Credit: US Presswire |
Johan Santana is drawing many big clubs as he attempts to revive and restart his major league career.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Nationals, Scherzer Strike a Deal
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| Scherzer is now with the Nats. Photo Credit: Tommy Gilligan/USA Today Sports |
The former Detroit Tigers starting pitcher cashed in big time today with Washington.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Aaron Donald and Odell Beckham Jr. Headline Rookie Awards from PFAA
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| Donald had 9 sacks for STL. Photo Credit: Mark J. Rebilas/USA Today Sports |
Tuesday afternoon the PFWA announced that Aaron Donald has won the Defensive Rookie of the Year award. Also, Beckham Jr. has won the Rookie of the Year award and also the offensive rookie of the year award. Both were drafted 12th and 13th in the 2014 draft.
By: Niqko Marshall (@NDMHoops )
Broncos to Request Interview with Gary Kubiak
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| Will Kubiak stay in Baltimore? Photo Credit: Chuck Cook/USA Today Sports |
The Broncos will look to a familiar face to interview for their head coach vacancy.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
John Fox & the Broncos Part Ways
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| Fox had been the HC of the Broncos since 2011. Photo credit: USA Today Sports |
The situation with Head Coach of the Broncos John Fox and his job security took another turn today.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Bulls Expected to Give Butler Max Contract
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| Butler is having a breakout season. Photo Credit: Chris Humpreys/USA Today Sports |
In the midst of his breakout season, Jimmy Butler of the Bulls looks like he will get a hefty payday from Chicago after all.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Rams OC Schottenheimer Leaves Rams for Georgia
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| Schottenheimer now with UGA. Photo Credit: Kim Klement/USA Today Sports |
Wednesday afternoon news broke that Brian Schottenheimer, who has been the Rams offensive Coordinator for the last three years, has decided to leave and pursue the same position at the University of Georgia.
By: Niqko Marshall (@NDMHoops)
Tailgate State: College Football Championship and NFL Playoffs Preview Podcast
Stop! Take the time to listen/download the latest Tailgate State podcast. Get the full preview and picks for the College Football Championship and the divisional NFL Playoff games. Hosted by Omie D and Rodney Fisher.
Johnson, Martinez Head Elected 2015 Hall of Fame Class
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| Martinez now a Hall of Famer. Photo Credit: USA Today Sports |
The Baseball Writers Association of America revealed their vote for the 2015 Baseball Hall of Fame vote. This year's class includes four players who will be enshrined in Cooperstown.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Dirk Nowitzki Talks Dallas Mavericks Coming Together
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| Dirk Nowitzki is very pleased with the new Dallas Mavericks roster. Photo credit: NBA |
The Dallas Mavericks captain, Dirk Nowitzki, talks candidly about the new roster coming together and the contributions from the bench.
by Royce FisherCollege Football Got What They Wanted
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| Playoff format has been a success. Photo Credit: AP |
The 39 Bowl games are done with only the National title left it is time to reflect upon the last season.
By: Omie D
Is Change Needed in Cincinnati ?
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| Should Lewis stay or go?. Photo Credit: Andrew Weber/USA Today Sports |
The Bengals suffered another first round exit from the playoffs Sunday, this time at the hands of the Colts.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
NFL: Dallas Cowboys Comeback To Advance Over Detroit Lions 24-20
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| Tony Romo and Jason Garrett celebrate their first playoff win together. Photo credit: NFL |
Dallas-- The Cowboys win their wild card NFL playoff matchup over the Detroit Lions with a fourth quarter comeback. Our partners at D210TV all the inside view...
courtesy of @D210TV2015 Armed Forces Bowl Recap
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| Houston Cougars win 2015 Armed Forces Bowl |
Houston Cougars come roaring back to beat Pittsburgh Panthers 35-34.
by Omar Lusk
The 2015 Allstate Sugar Bowl Preview & Pick
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| Who will be left standing after this game, Ohio St or Alabama? |
It is a battle of two heavyweights between Ohio St (12-1) against Alabama (12-1)
By: Michael Hanley
The 2015 Rose Bowl Game Preview & Pick
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| Who will move on and play in the national title game? |
This match up features defending national champion Florida St (13-0) against perennial west coast powerhouse Oregon (12-1) for the right to advance to the national championship game.
By: Michael Hanley
2014 Heart of Dallas Bowl Recap
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| Our own Omie D with the Heart of Dallas game trophy. |
A slippery start for the Heart of Dallas Bowl featuring the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs versus the Illinois Fighting Illini.
By: Omie D
2014 Vizio Fiesta Bowl Game Preview and Pick
Time: 1:00 PM PSTPlace: Cardinals Stadium, Glendale, AZ20 Boise St. 11-2, 1st Mountain West - Mountain Division VS.10 Arizona 10-3, 1st Pac-12 - South DivisionTV: ESPN
By: DaVince “Dino” Wright
2014 Capital One Orange Bowl Preview and Pick
NO. 7 MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS (10-2)
vs.
NO. 12 GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS (10-3)
When: DEC. 31,
Time: 8 P.M. ET,
Where: MIAMI GARDENS, FLA., SUN LIFE STADIUM
TV: (ESPN)
By: DaVince “ Dino” Wright
Dallas Mavericks Beat OKC Thunder 112-107
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| Dirk Nowitzki and Dallas Mavericks defeat OKC Thunder 112-107 |
Locker Room Interviews with Rajon Rondo, Chandler Parsons, and Monta Ellis on the Mavs win over the OKC Thunder.
by Royce FisherSWAC: Buzzer-Beater lifts Texas Southern over Kansas State
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Courtesy: Scott Sewell-USA TODAY Sports
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A Buzzer-Beater lifts Texas Southern over Kansas State
Courtesy SWAC.org
Jets' Rex Ryan Cleans Out His Office
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| Ryan has a 45-50 record as Jets HC. Photo Credit: Andrew Weber/USA Today Sports |
Jets Head Coach Rex Ryan sees the writing on the wall for his Jets tenure & confirmed that with his move today.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
NBA Owns Christmas
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| NBA claims the Christmas Holiday |
Why the NBA has claimed Christmas as it very own.
by Omar Lusk2014 Heart of Dallas Bowl Preview & Pick
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| Who will prevail in Dallas? |
This bowl is a clash between Illinois (6-6) and Louisiana Tech (8-5)
By: Omie D
For Kobe Bryant, Its all about Playing Ball
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| Will Kobe be back next year? Photo Credit: Richard Mackson/USA Today Sports |
Before the season started, people were wondering about Kobe retiring in the near future.
Is the Wait Over?
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| Might be closer to the dream boxing match between these two. |
It appears the fight boxing fans have been wishing to see for the past 5 years just might happen.
By: Chase Headley
Raiders on the Move?
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| Will the Raiders stay in Oakland? Photo Credit: Kirby Lee/USA Today Sports |
Currently the Oakland Raiders are contemplating relocating the organization.
An Inside Look at Mavericks Star Tyson Chandler
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| Chandler succeeding in Dallas. Photo Credit: Matthew Emmons/USA Today Sports |
He has carved out a very successful NBA career so far, but how did Tyson Chandler get to this point? We take a look back at his journey to the NBA.
By: Da’Vince “Dino” Wright
2014 Bitcon St. Petersburg Bowl Preview & Pick
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| Who will emerge victorious in St. Pete? |
North Carolina State Wolf Pack (7-5) vs. University of Central Florida Knights (9-3)
By: Da`Vince ‘Dino” Wright
Pittsburgh Pirates Win Bid for Korean SS Kang
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| Can Kang be a superstar for Pittsburgh? Photo Credit: Getty Images |
The Pirates were the surprise winners in the Kang sweepstakes.
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
SWAC: Mens Basketball Central: Sunday, December 21 Results
Men's Basketball Central: Sunday, December 21 Results
Courtesy SWAC.org
Sun, December 21, 2014
Evansville def Alabama State 81-63 |
No Longer Dirk's Mavs
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| Rajon Rondo, Monta Ellis, and Chandler Parsons power the Dallas Mavericks |
Tailgate State College Bowl Game Picks
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| Get all the College Bowl Game Picks with Tailgate State |
Get all the picks for the 2014-15 College Bowl Game Season with this Tailgate State Podcast.
by Omar Lusk
Allen Eagles beat Cypress Ranch 47-16, Cedar Hill defeats Katy 23-20
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Listen/Download LIVE broadcast of the Texas 6A State Football Championship games for both division I and II.
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Cedar Hill (13-2) vs Katy (14-1)
followed by
Allen (15-0) vs Houston Cypress Ranch (13-2)
NFL: Cowboys vs Colts Preview and Pick
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| Dallas Cowboys vs Indianapolis Colts |
Dallas- The Dallas Cowboys redeemed themselves last week against the Philadelphia Eagles to regain the NFC East Lead by a game. After the Thanksgiving Day Game shellacking at the hands of Head Coach Chip Kelly’s high tempo offense, the Cowboys pulled off a must win against their division rivals. Dallas has yet to solidify a playoff berth and have the Indianapolis Colts lead by Andrew Luck at home this Sunday afternoon. The Colts have won the AFC South and clinched a playoff spot with a 10-4 record.
by Chase Headley
The 2014 Hawaii Bowl Preview & Pick
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| Who will win in paradise? |
This match-up features Fresno State (6-7) going up against Rice (7-5)
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
Rockets Trade for Corey Brewer, Alex Shved in Three Team Deal
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| Brewer now with a contender. Photo Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn/ USA Today Sports |
December 19th was the deadline for trades in the first half of the season. The Rockets are known to always be aggressive looking for pieces to add to their championship caliber roster at any time.
By: Niqko Marshall
2014 Miami Beach Bowl Preview and Pick
| 2014 Miami Beach Bowl: BYU vs Memphis Tigers |
BYU Cougars vs. Memphis Tigers
Monday – December 22 – 1:00 pm
TV: ESPN
Marlins Park – Miami
by Zach Walker
SWAC: Mens Basketball Central: Monday, December 19 Results
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Courtesy: Marquette Athletics
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Courtesy SWAC.org
Fri, December 19, 2014
NEW ORLEANS, La. – A tough Tulane team and playing less than 24 hours after posting a big win over Southern Miss proved to be just a bit too much for the Jackson State men’s basketball team as the Tigers (2-10) fell 56-49 to the Green Wave (9-1) Friday afternoon.
The 2014 Quick Lane Bowl Preview & Pick
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| Who will claim victory in the motor city? |
This bowl features Rutgers (7-5) going against North Carolina (6-6)
By: Michael Hanley (@Magic20099)
2014 Royal Purple Las Vegas Bowl 2014 Preview and Pick
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| 2014 Royal Purple Las Vegas Bowl: Utah Utes vs Colorado State Rams |
Utah Utes -3vsColorado State Rams +3
Can the Colorado State pull of another upset? Can the Utes cage the Rams?
by Suzanne Dillard (@SM_Dragonfly)
The 2014 Poinsettia Bowl Preview & Pick
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| Who will prevail in San Diego, Navy or San Diego St? |
This match-up features Navy (7-5) going up against San Diego State (7-5) on December 23 at 9:30 PM EST from Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. The game will be televised by ESPN.
By: Michael Hanley
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