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Sharapova suspended two years for doping
Maria Sharapova (pictured here in 2015) was suspended two years for a positive test of banned substance Meldonium. Copyright Getty Images via www.usatoday.com/AP In big tennis news, Maria Sharapova was...
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The NBA Finals from Hell
LeBron James hugs Kyrie Irving after a convincing 30-point home win in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. The Cavs trail the Warriors 2-1 with a big Game 4 tomorrow. AP Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images...
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NBA Finals: Curry’s 38 lead Warriors past Cavaliers 108-97
Stephen Curry had the answer in Game 4 leading the Warriors with 38 points including seven from downtown in a 11-point win over the Cavaliers to pull Golden State within one win of a repeat in the NBA...
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Death of Christina Grimmie senseless tragedy
Such a special person gone for no reason. #RIPChristinaGrimmie pic.twitter.com/ZkG9z8FVj4 — Hard Hits Network (@DerekFlexFelix) June 12, 2016 Imagine doing something you loved and having your life...
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NBA suspends Draymond Green for Game 5
LeBron James reacts to Draymond Green during a disagreement late in Game 4. The NBA upgraded Green’s reaction shot to James’ groin as a Flagrant-1 foul automatically becoming a one-game suspension for...
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Yankees sign Ike Davis
With Mark Teixeira hurt and Greg Bird (seen above) recovering from right torn labrum shoulder surgery, the Yankees signed first baseman Ike Davis. AP Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images In some baseball...
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Irving and LeBron each score 41 to lead Cavs past Warriors 112-97 in Game 5
AP Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images License Agreement A record performance from Cleveland’s two stars allowed them to prevent Golden State from a celebration on its home court. Kyrie Irving and...
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A New Beginning
It began so suddenly one cool September morning. Before the alarm clock even rang at six AM, Alexander was awakened by the birds chirping. It was almost as if they were humming a song for a new...
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Video Of Day: “It Can’t Rain All The Time”
Lately, I’ve been in deep thought about the terrible tragedies that took place in Orlando over the weekend. It’s hard to fathom. It was bad enough some knucklehead shot and killed the talented...
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Video of Day: Christina Grimmie fea. Sam Tsui “Just A Dream” (Nelly Cover)
Sometimes, there really are true talents out there who can be discovered. That was true about Christina Grimmie. A star was born out of YouTube. Astonishingly, back to her teenage years she...
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More Hitting Back: Syndergaard, Ichiro, Yankees
New York Mets starting pitcher Noah Syndergaard throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast) It’s...
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LeBron James and Cavs with great chance to make history
LeBron James blocks Stephen Curry sending a message in Game 6 of the NBA Finals.AP Photo courtesy Getty Images Licensing Agreementwww.nydailynews.com How does one define greatness? For LeBron James,...
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Hard Hits Late Night: Derek and Justin talk Cavs and Warriors
Since I’ve returned to blogging here, shows have returned. Every week, I host Hard Hits on my own Hard Hits Network. You can catch any show on Blog Talk Radio. Hard Hits has been around for nearly a...
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Video of Day: RIP P.M. Dawn’s Prince Be Attrell Cordes
P.M. Dawn’s Attrell Cordes, who was better known as Prince Be passed away Friday at age 46. We remember his contributions along with brother Jarrett to the R&B 1990’s music scene. When it rains, it...
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Believe In Cleveland! Finals MVP LeBron James delivers on promise as Cavs...
He ended the drought and the debate https://t.co/kOM5zPFEz3 pic.twitter.com/MAWxBNcgiS — Cleveland 19 News (@cleveland19news) June 20, 2016 Finally, Cleveland can celebrate. After 52 years, their wait...
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Knicks’ trade for Derrick Rose a gamble, NBA Draft tonight
The Knicks took a risk acquiring Derrick Rose from the Bulls for Robin Lopez, Jerian Grant and Jose Calderon.Getty Images Yesterday, the Knicks acquired former league MVP Derrick Rose from the Bulls....
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Listen to Hard Hits Weeknights 10-11 EST
Not doing anything one night during the week? Catch Hard Hits Monday through Friday live for an hour between 10-11 PM Eastern Standard Time. Hosted by yours truly, Derek Felix and featuring John...
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Disloyalty: Durant takes easy way out
New teammates? Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry are no longer rivals with Durant trading in his Thunder jersey for the Warriors. A move which was sadly predictable in today’s free agent era of...
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A truly inspirational comeback from a great champion Federer
Wimbledon is the most prestigious of the four grand slams during the season. Rich in history and tradition, the marquee grass court slam has always captivated tennis fans. It’s not just about the...
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Random Thoughts: Dwyane Wade trades in Heat for Bulls
So Dwyane Wade traded in his Miami Heat jersey for the Chicago Bulls. After spending over a decade helping the Heat win three NBA titles and reaching five Finals, D-Wade is no more in South Beach....
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