Spurs, Thunder cruise to sweeps in round one

By Nick Whalen on May 8, 2012 10:08 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

San Antonio won a close game four 87-81 over the Utah Jazz Monday night, joining Oklahoma City as the only teams to sweep their first round series. The Spurs dominated Utah in virtually every facet, winning by an average of sixteen points per game, including a 114-83 drubbing in game… Read more »

James, focused Heat take 2-0 lead on Knicks

By Nick Whalen on May 1, 2012 9:47 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

Lebron James’ mouthguard says it all. The number sixteen, printed in roman numerals, is a constant reminder to James, and the millions watching, of the number of games his Miami Heat need to win in order to capture the Larry O’Brien Trophy. Two nights removed from the 33-point onslaught the… Read more »

Quick Thoughts: Takeaways from first month of MLB season

By Josh Varghese on May 1, 2012 9:34 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

· Should we hand the MVP trophy to Matt Kemp right now? If he continues on the pace he is on, it will be his trophy to lose. Kemp, last year’s MVP runner up to Ryan Braun, is ripping the cover off the ball, batting .425 with an astonishing 11… Read more »

Spring football game: don't not go!

By Drew Harry on April 25, 2012 8:42 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

Here in Madison, gameday is a sacred tradition. For me, it’s usually the earliest I’ll wake up all year, which can only be explained with the phrase: cuz’ it’s gameday! This rationale pervades the day — from triumphantly downing beer bongs to gracefully dancing away the Fifth Quarter. Seven glorious… Read more »

Bucks will look to add size, depth via draft

By Nick Whalen on April 24, 2012 9:23 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

With the sun officially setting on the Bucks’ playoff hopes Monday night, Milwaukee’s front office will begin to switch focus toward June’s NBA Draft. The Bucks will likely land a pick in the 10-14 range and will be looking to add some size to a team lacking a true center… Read more »

Despite big acquisitions at trade deadline, Bucks playoff hopes appear dim

By Preston Schmitt on April 20, 2012 7:22 AM 0 Vote 0 Votes

The Milwaukee Bucks’ playoff hopes are quickly diminishing after a lackluster loss to the 16-46 Wizards. It’s been just over a month since the Andrew Bogut trade - one widely seen as an attempt to “win now” and sneak into the playoffs - and the Bucks appear destined for the… Read more »

Early season MLB thoughts and commentary

By Josh Varghese on April 19, 2012 6:41 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

What a circus that Boston Red Sox clubhouse already is, and we’ve still got a long ways to go. Bobby Valentine NEEDS to get a grip on his team, and fast, because Boston has enough veteran players to push him out. Valentine’s remarks about Kevin Youkilis, the respected Red Sox… Read more »

Will John Wall ever live up to the hype?

By Nick Whalen on April 17, 2012 10:23 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

John Wall was supposed to be a sure thing. A freak athlete with perfect NBA size and blazing speed that was certain to make him a star from day one. He had his own shoe, his own dance and even his own rap song. But with his second NBA season… Read more »

Danny O'Brien: no Russell Wilson but still solidifies Badgers at quarterback position

By Drew Harry on April 15, 2012 1:55 PM 0 Vote 0 Votes

Danny O’Brien means nothing to the University of Wisconsin football team. He has not taken a snap; he has not hooked up with Jared Abbrederis for a long score. Granted, a strong showing from the quarterback could suggest big things for the Badgers next season, but for now, he is… Read more »

New-look Bucks looking to make late playoff charge

By Nick Whalen on April 11, 2012 10:43 AM 0 Vote 0 Votes

Currently sitting in ninth place in the Eastern Conference, a game-and-a-half behind the Knicks, the Milwaukee Bucks are looking to put together a late run to seize the eighth and final playoff spot. With just nine games remaining in this lockout-shortened season, time is running out for Milwaukee to catch… Read more »