Carr throws 3 TD passes, Raiders embarrass Chargers 37-29
This wasn't a rivalry game. Not after a torrid start for the Oakland Raiders. Derek Carr threw three touchdown passes, including a nifty 52-yarder to Amari Cooper, and Oakland turned two interceptions of Philip Rivers into 10 points on its way to a 37-29 victory over the Chargers on Sunday in what could be the last showdown between the AFC West foes played in San Diego.
This wasn't a rivalry game. Not after a torrid start for the Oakland Raiders. Derek Carr threw three touchdown passes, including a nifty 52-yarder to Amari Cooper, and Oakland turned two interceptions of Philip Rivers into 10 points on its way to a 37-29 victory over the Chargers on Sunday in what could be the last showdown between the AFC West foes played in San Diego.
Report: Violent home invasion takes place at DeSean Jackson's California home
The Washington Redskins are preparing to take on the Tampa Buccaneers this Sunday, but their star wide receiver is making headlines again for an incident off the field. The home of DeSean Jackson was the scene of an armed home invasion this week.
The Washington Redskins are preparing to take on the Tampa Buccaneers this Sunday, but their star wide receiver is making headlines again for an incident off the field. The home of DeSean Jackson was the scene of an armed home invasion this week.
Warriors rout Lakers 136-97 in preseason finale for both
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson each scored 24 points and Harrison Barnes had 23 as the Golden State Warriors routed the Los Angeles Lakers 136-97 on Thursday night in the last preseason game for both teams.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson each scored 24 points and Harrison Barnes had 23 as the Golden State Warriors routed the Los Angeles Lakers 136-97 on Thursday night in the last preseason game for both teams.
Rosen leads UCLA past No. 20 California, 40-24
With UCLA's season seemingly teetering on the brink of collapse, Josh Rosen calmly propped it back up with a passing performance that put the freshman's name in the Bruins' record book.
With UCLA's season seemingly teetering on the brink of collapse, Josh Rosen calmly propped it back up with a passing performance that put the freshman's name in the Bruins' record book.
Carter, Lucic help Kings beat Sharks for third straight win
Jeff Carter scored twice, Jhonas Enroth made 39 saves and the Los Angeles Kings beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1 on Thursday night for their third straight victory.
Jeff Carter scored twice, Jhonas Enroth made 39 saves and the Los Angeles Kings beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1 on Thursday night for their third straight victory.
Wilson, Seahawks rule rivalry with 49ers again in 20-3 win
Russell Wilson threw a 43-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Lockett late in the first half, Marshawn Lynch jumped the pile for a 1-yard score, and the Seattle Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers 20-3 on Thursday for their fourth straight win in this rivalry.
Russell Wilson threw a 43-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Lockett late in the first half, Marshawn Lynch jumped the pile for a 1-yard score, and the Seattle Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers 20-3 on Thursday for their fourth straight win in this rivalry.
Murphy homers again, Mets sweep Cubs to reach World Series
One final, charmed swing by Daniel Murphy, and the New York Mets finished a playoff sweep of the Chicago Cubs.
One final, charmed swing by Daniel Murphy, and the New York Mets finished a playoff sweep of the Chicago Cubs.
Cubs last chance
Cubs last chance
Cubs last chance
Rival Seahawks, 49ers look to get back on track in division
The dynamic of the Seahawks-49ers rivalry has changed dramatically in a matter of months. No more Jim Harbaugh trying to outdo old nemesis Pete Carroll, and neither team sitting atop the NFC West standings this time. "I'm not looking at it any differently," Carroll said. "He's a terrific coach and it was a lot of fun playing against him."
The dynamic of the Seahawks-49ers rivalry has changed dramatically in a matter of months. No more Jim Harbaugh trying to outdo old nemesis Pete Carroll, and neither team sitting atop the NFC West standings this time. "I'm not looking at it any differently," Carroll said. "He's a terrific coach and it was a lot of fun playing against him."
Griffin leads Clippers to 130-95 rout of Warriors
Blake Griffin scored 23 of his 29 points in the first half to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 130-95 win against the Golden State Warriors in a preseason game Tuesday night.
Blake Griffin scored 23 of his 29 points in the first half to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 130-95 win against the Golden State Warriors in a preseason game Tuesday night.
Lamar Odom taken from Las Vegas hospital to Los Angeles
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lamar Odom left a Las Vegas hospital and is now in the Los Angeles area to continue his recovery a week after he was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel, a family representative said Tuesday. The former NBA star was transported by helicopter from Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center in Las Vegas around 5 p.m. Monday, according to a statement from Alvina Alston, publicist for Odom's aunt JaNean Mercer. She did not say where he was taken in Los Angeles.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lamar Odom left a Las Vegas hospital and is now in the Los Angeles area to continue his recovery a week after he was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel, a family representative said Tuesday. The former NBA star was transported by helicopter from Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center in Las Vegas around 5 p.m. Monday, according to a statement from Alvina Alston, publicist for Odom's aunt JaNean Mercer. She did not say where he was taken in Los Angeles.
49ers deny turf issues at Levi's Stadium
An incident from Sunday's 49ers game has some fans calling into question the condition of the turf at Levi's Stadium.
An incident from Sunday's 49ers game has some fans calling into question the condition of the turf at Levi's Stadium.
Kaepernick throws 2 TD passes as 49ers snap four-game skid
The big plays that have eluded the 49ers most of this season showed up again, with Anquan Boldin and Torrey Smith leading the way against the very Baltimore Ravens team they helped lead to a Super Bowl victory against San Francisco three seasons ago.
The big plays that have eluded the 49ers most of this season showed up again, with Anquan Boldin and Torrey Smith leading the way against the very Baltimore Ravens team they helped lead to a Super Bowl victory against San Francisco three seasons ago.
Lamar Odom alert and improving, his aunt says
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The latest on the hospitalization of Lamar Odom, who was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel (all times local): 7:14 a.m. Lamar Odom's family says his condition is improving after the former NBA star was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel a week ago.
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The latest on the hospitalization of Lamar Odom, who was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel (all times local): 7:14 a.m. Lamar Odom's family says his condition is improving after the former NBA star was found unconscious at a Nevada brothel a week ago.
Jones, Sharks beat Devils in shootout to remain unbeaten
After San Jose goalie Martin Jones came within 3:38 of his third consecutive shutout, Jones was happy with winning his fourth straight game and helping the unbeaten Sharks get a 2-1 shootout win over the winless New Jersey Devils.
After San Jose goalie Martin Jones came within 3:38 of his third consecutive shutout, Jones was happy with winning his fourth straight game and helping the unbeaten Sharks get a 2-1 shootout win over the winless New Jersey Devils.
With Kerr out, Warriors' repeat bid faces test
With a fast start that left the rest of the NBA chasing them all season, no significant injuries and a run through the postseason that didn't feature a single Game 7, the Golden State Warriors faced little adversity on the way to the franchise's first championship in 40 years.
With a fast start that left the rest of the NBA chasing them all season, no significant injuries and a run through the postseason that didn't feature a single Game 7, the Golden State Warriors faced little adversity on the way to the franchise's first championship in 40 years.
Volquez sharp as Royals beat Blue Jays 5-0 in ALCS opener
Royals right-hander Edinson Volquez combined with three relievers on a three-hitter, Salvador Perez hit a soaring home run off Toronto starter Marco Estrada, and Kansas City rolled to a 5-0 victory over the Blue Jays in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Royals right-hander Edinson Volquez combined with three relievers on a three-hitter, Salvador Perez hit a soaring home run off Toronto starter Marco Estrada, and Kansas City rolled to a 5-0 victory over the Blue Jays in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series.
Owusu, McCaffrey lead No. 15 Stanford past No. 18 UCLA 56-35
Francis Owusu's circus catch in the end zone on Kevin Hogan's third touchdown pass of the night highlighted a dominating performance for No. 15 Stanford, which rolled to its eighth straight win over No. 18 UCLA, 56-35 on Thursday night.
Francis Owusu's circus catch in the end zone on Kevin Hogan's third touchdown pass of the night highlighted a dominating performance for No. 15 Stanford, which rolled to its eighth straight win over No. 18 UCLA, 56-35 on Thursday night.
Curry, Warriors roll past short-handed Rockets, 123-101
Stephen Curry scored 14 of his 19 points in the second quarter and the Golden State Warriors beat the Houston Rockets 123-101 on Thursday night in a rematch of last year's Western Conference finals.
Stephen Curry scored 14 of his 19 points in the second quarter and the Golden State Warriors beat the Houston Rockets 123-101 on Thursday night in a rematch of last year's Western Conference finals.
Murphy, Mets beat sleeping Dodgers 3-2 to reach NLCS
Daniel Murphy and the New York Mets caught the Los Angeles Dodgers sleeping, using brains and brawn to advance to an NL Championship Series matchup with the Chicago Cubs.
Daniel Murphy and the New York Mets caught the Los Angeles Dodgers sleeping, using brains and brawn to advance to an NL Championship Series matchup with the Chicago Cubs.