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WNBA Star Brittney Griner Attacked in China, Knife Wound

Brittney Griner suffers knife cut from attacker
 in China. Photo credit: Asian Basketball

WNBA superstar Brittney Griner and her teammates were attacked today in China on their way to play a game. A unnamed assailant wielding a knife chased Griner and teammates on their bus swinging wildly and screaming.

by +Rodney Fisher

NBA Power Rankings Week 1

Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks are dominating offensively. Photo credit: ESPN

It is time to release the first NBA Power Rankings for the 2014-15 NBA Season. There are quite a few surprises in the Top Ten after one week of basketball. Let the debate begin...

+Rodney Fisher

Luck, Colts Steamroll Giants 40-24

Luck dominated the NYG Monday night. Photo Credit: Mark L. Baer/ USA Today Sports  

Coby Fleener had 77 yards receiving as he and the Colts defeated the Giants 40-24 on Monday night at MetLife Stadium.

By: Michael Hanley

Cubs Announce Hiring of Joe Maddon as Manager

Madden will  lead the Cubs next season. Photo Credit: Kim Klement/ USA Today Sports 

The Cubs have found their new manager in Joe Maddon, announcing his hire today.

By: Michael Hanley

NBA Nitecap Blog: 20 Racks

Carmelo Anthony surpasses 20,000 points. Photo credit: NY Post

Another night in the NBA brings another Nitecap Blog. Tonight we get a late Halloween visit from the Boogieman, the 20 racks, and a marathon.

by +Rodney Fisher

Big Ben Leads Steelers To 43-23 Win Over the Ravens


Big Ben finished with 340 yds passing. Photo Credit: Bill Streicher/USA Today Sports

Ben Roethlisberger threw for six touchdowns as the Steelers defeated their rivals, the Ravens, 43-23  at Heinz Field on Sunday night.

By: Michael Hanley

NBA Nitecap Blog: Guess Who Is Leading the League?

Remember me? I'm Chris Bosh and we are tied for first place. Photo credit: NBA

For tonight's edition of the NBA Nitecap Blog, we take a look at some not-so-obvious statistics and other obvious ones.

+Rodney Fisher