Jordan Mendoza

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Karl-Anthony Towns injury update: Knicks big man hurts knee in Game 4 loss

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

The New York Knicks are in a 3-1 hole in the Eastern Conference finals, and they may have to attempt a series comeback without Karl-Anthony Towns. New York's big man was injured late in the Game 4 loss to the Indiana Pacers Tuesday. With just more than two minutes left, Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith was driving toward the basket when Towns attempted a close out. The two players collided and Towns' left knee bumped into Nesmith's right knee.
Shawn Kemp pleads guilty to second-degree assault charge from 2023 shooting

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

Former NBA player and six-time All-Star Shawn Kemp pleaded guilty to an assault charge after he shot two men inside a Washington state mall parking lot in 2023. Kemp pleaded guilty to second-degree assault in Pierce County Superior Court on Tuesday, according to court documents obtained by USA TODAY Sports.
Bryce Harper injury updates: Phillies star hit by pitch, exits game

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper was removed early from Tuesday's matchup against the Atlanta Braves after he was hit in the elbow by a pitch. The injury occurred in the bottom of the first inning when a 95 mph fastball from Braves pitcher Spencer Strider drilled Harper, who was immediately in pain. After trying to walk it off, he went down to the ground and didn't move his right arm. Team medical personnel attended to Harper before escorting him back to the dugout.
Caitlin Clark injury effect: Ticket prices drastically fall with Indiana Fever star out

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

The Caitlin Clark effect has brought a plenty of attention and high demand to see the Indiana Fever, but the WNBA is seeing a the opposite side of that effect: less intrigue when she's injured. Clark will be sidelined for at least two weeks as she suffered a left quad strain following Indiana's 90-88 loss to the defending champion New York Liberty on Saturday.
WNBA could not substantiate reports of racism directed at Angel Reese

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

The WNBA announced it could not substantiate any reports of racism during the season opening game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky. "We have investigated the report of racist fan behavior in the vicinity of the court," the league said in a statement. "Based on information gathered to date, including from relevant fans, team and arena staff, as well as audio and video review of the game, we have not substantiated it.
WNBA could not substantiate reports of racism directed at Angel Reese

1 week ago | pal-item.com | Jordan Mendoza

The WNBA announced it could not substantiate any reports of racism during the season-opening game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky. "We have investigated the report of racist fan behavior in the vicinity of the court," the league said in a statement. "Based on information gathered to date, including from relevant fans, team and arena staff, as well as audio and video review of the game, we have not substantiated it.
Knicks vs. Pacers Game 4 highlights: Indiana one win from NBA Finals

1 week ago | pal-item.com | Lorenzo Reyes |Jeff Zillgitt |Jordan Mendoza |Heather Tucker

This time, the New York Knicks dug themselves a hole too big. Two days after they clawed back from a 20-point deficit to pull out a much-needed victory, New York could not overcome its fourth quarter deficit Tuesday night as the Indiana Pacers took Game 4, 130-121, to secure a commanding 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference finals. The Indiana offense did go cold for a stretch in the middle of the fourth quarter, hitting just one field goal during a span of more than 5:35 of game time.
EA Sports College Football 26: Jeremiah Smith, Ryan Williams are cover athletes

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

Two of college football's young stars will grace the cover of the sport's next video game. Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith and Alabama receiver Ryan Williams are the cover athletes for EA Sports College Football 26. The two players will be on the cover of the standard edition, while the deluxe edition features them and several stars, mascots and coaches from the past and present, including former cover stars in Reggie Bush and Tim Tebow, as well as Kirby Smart, Ryan Day and the Oregon Duck.
Who's in WWE Money in the Bank? Participants for 2025 men's, women's matches

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

Spots are filling up for the chance to have a WWE Championship opportunity. The next premium live event on WWE's calendar is a major one with Money in the Bank taking place June 7 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Two matches that are scheduled to occur are the famed men's and women's Money in the Bank matches, where six competitors in each bout will fight to be the one to climb the ladder and retrieve the briefcase.
Aaron Nesmith injury update: Will Pacers X-factor miss Game 4 Tuesday vs. Knicks?

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Jordan Mendoza

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals after he was injured during Game 3 against the New York Knicks. Nesmith woke up Monday with a sore right ankle, head coach Rick Carlisle told reporters. He was listed as questionable on the NBA's injury report with a right ankle sprain. The injury occurred in the third quarter of Sunday's home loss to New York.