After a string of bad losses, Mike Conley, the veteran point guard, gathered his teammates at a steakhouse to talk through some things prior to Wednesday’s game against the Thunder. … [Read more...] about Timberwolves mandatory team dinner first step in turning things around
Takeaways: Wild win seventh game in a row, cooling off Avalanche in shootout
Kirill Kaprizov scored twice in regulation before Mats Zuccarello and Matt Boldy scored in the shootout to end Colorado’s 10-game winning streak. … [Read more...] about Takeaways: Wild win seventh game in a row, cooling off Avalanche in shootout
Vikings-Seahawks preview: Hello again, Sam Darnold. Hello, Max Brosmer
The Vikings’ reunion with their former quarterback comes amid continued uncertainty at the position with J.J. McCarthy out with another injury. … [Read more...] about Vikings-Seahawks preview: Hello again, Sam Darnold. Hello, Max Brosmer
Eclectic or dominant, Anthony Smith is everything the Gophers need
Anthony Smith, a gregarious fourth-year junior, leads the Big Ten with 10.5 sacks. He has a big decision looming after Saturday’s finale against Wisconsin: turn pro or stay another year? … [Read more...] about Eclectic or dominant, Anthony Smith is everything the Gophers need
Takeaways: Wolves keep the Thunder within reach until late in a 113-105 loss
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 for the Thunder, while Anthony Edwards had 31 for the Timberwolves, who have lost three in a row. … [Read more...] about Takeaways: Wolves keep the Thunder within reach until late in a 113-105 loss