Christian Taylor did not know what track and field event he would specialize in until he first qualified for the triple jump. His coach placed him in the event because he was the only athlete on the team that could reach the sandpit.
Basketball players don’t recover from achilles tears. In 2013, a study found that in a 23-year span (1988-2011), out of the 18 players who suffered the injury in the NBA, seven never returned to play basketball again. The other 11 players missed an average of 56 games and saw declines in their player efficiency ratings in their first two seasons back.
While walking down a Chilean street, missionary Cooper Ainge was intercepted by a lady who needed help constructing a fence, so her pitbull dog had a place to run around.
The 2020 NBA Draft took place in a format never seen before. Players were shown on video from their houses, and there were no fans booing their teams’ poor picks. However, the format was not the only reason why this draft was so unique.
Every NFL player this season has faced some sort of adversity, whether it be because of the pandemic, racial injustices, a lackluster team, or a return from an injury. Despite being in a time of duress, each player and coach on this list has performed at an elite level.
At first glance, you may laugh at the thought that an 8-8 team, starting a 5’9’ quarterback who can barely see over his linemen, could make the Super Bowl in two years. However, after a deeper look at their roster, the Cardinals aren’t some mediocre team, but potential 2022 Super Bowl title contenders.
The 2020-21 NBA season won’t look “normal.” The NBA will explore a new format: teams will play a shortened season and travel in MLB-like sets; players will be sidelined not only by ankle injuries, but coronavirus colds; and, like in the NBA bubble, fans will have to watch basketball from their homes. Even with these changes, a champion will be crowned by the end of the season. Here are five teams with a realistic shot of gaining the prestigious title this July:
Lakers fans can start preparations for a championship parade—if the pandemic improves of course. In a trade that was announced following the 2020 NBA draft, the Los Angeles Lakers received guard Dennis Schroder from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for guard Danny Green and the 28th overall pick. By trading Green for Schroder, the Lakers received an efficient shooter and prolific scorer, provided a consistent third option for LeBron James and Anthony Davis, and significantly increased their chances of defending their NBA title.
