Jackson scores 24 to lead Mavericks past 76ers, 122-102
DALLAS (AP) - Justin Jackson scored 16 of his 24 points in the third quarter and the Dallas Mavericks took advantage of a short-handed Philadelphia 76ers lineup in a 122-102 victory Monday night. Philadelphia went more than 10 minutes without a field goal spanning the second and third quarters. Dallas took advantage to build a 20-point lead early in the third and protected it from there.
DALLAS (AP) - Justin Jackson scored 16 of his 24 points in the third quarter and the Dallas Mavericks took advantage of a short-handed Philadelphia 76ers lineup in a 122-102 victory Monday night. Philadelphia went more than 10 minutes without a field goal spanning the second and third quarters. Dallas took advantage to build a 20-point lead early in the third and protected it from there.
TCU coach Dixon honors late sister before NIT semifinal
TCU has a date in Madison Square Garden and a championship it's trying to win. But first, coach Jamie Dixon had to make a travel stop closer to his heart before he took the Horned Frogs to New York City for an NIT semifinal game against Texas.
TCU has a date in Madison Square Garden and a championship it's trying to win. But first, coach Jamie Dixon had to make a travel stop closer to his heart before he took the Horned Frogs to New York City for an NIT semifinal game against Texas.
Final Four field boasts tough defenses, veteran lineups
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - The Final Four features tough defenses, a surging team that hasn't lost in five weeks and one Hall of Fame coach. Virginia, Michigan State, Texas Tech and Auburn earned their trips to Minneapolis for this weekend's national semifinals by emerging from regions filled with high seeds. The Cavaliers are the last top seed, while the Spartans, Red Raiders and Tigers...
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - The Final Four features tough defenses, a surging team that hasn't lost in five weeks and one Hall of Fame coach. Virginia, Michigan State, Texas Tech and Auburn earned their trips to Minneapolis for this weekend's national semifinals by emerging from regions filled with high seeds. The Cavaliers are the last top seed, while the Spartans, Red Raiders and Tigers...
Michael Irvin announces he is cancer-free after scare
Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin got good news after a test at a California hospital. He does not have throat cancer.
Dallas Cowboys legend Michael Irvin got good news after a test at a California hospital. He does not have throat cancer.
Without Doncic, Mavericks stun Thunder 106-103
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Without their best player and supposedly playing out the string of a disappointing season, the Dallas Mavericks figured to be one of the less-difficult opponents as playoff-bound Oklahoma City looked to improve its postseason seed. The Mavericks were having none of that.
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Without their best player and supposedly playing out the string of a disappointing season, the Dallas Mavericks figured to be one of the less-difficult opponents as playoff-bound Oklahoma City looked to improve its postseason seed. The Mavericks were having none of that.
Hamlin overcomes 2 pit penalties at Texas for 2nd win of '19
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - Denny Hamlin had such a fast car at Texas that he was able to win even after two penalties on pit road and some other issues during green flag conditions. While Hamlin was reviewing all that happened, crew chief Chris Gabehart interrupted - "I think you passed 327 cars by my count, but maybe not," he said.
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - Denny Hamlin had such a fast car at Texas that he was able to win even after two penalties on pit road and some other issues during green flag conditions. While Hamlin was reviewing all that happened, crew chief Chris Gabehart interrupted - "I think you passed 327 cars by my count, but maybe not," he said.
Mavs player Kristaps Porzingis accused of rape in New York
NEW YORK (AP) - An attorney for Kristaps Porzingis acknowledged Saturday that a woman has accused the NBA star of rape, but says the Dallas Mavericks forward "unequivocally" denies the allegation.
NEW YORK (AP) - An attorney for Kristaps Porzingis acknowledged Saturday that a woman has accused the NBA star of rape, but says the Dallas Mavericks forward "unequivocally" denies the allegation.
Texas Tech's Chris Beard takes the long way to the Final Four
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - It's fair to say there would be no Final Four for Texas Tech if there weren't plenty of places like Fort Scott. Fort Scott Community College in Kansas is one of the 11 stops Red Raiders coach Chris Beard made before he landed the top job in Lubbock, Texas, where he's built the Red Raiders into a title contender in a mere three years.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - It's fair to say there would be no Final Four for Texas Tech if there weren't plenty of places like Fort Scott. Fort Scott Community College in Kansas is one of the 11 stops Red Raiders coach Chris Beard made before he landed the top job in Lubbock, Texas, where he's built the Red Raiders into a title contender in a mere three years.
Rangers top Cubs 11-10 on walk-off wild pitch
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Two straight days facing their former aces, two straight early deficits. And now two straight wins for the rebuilding Texas Rangers against the World Series-or-bust Chicago Cubs. Joey Gallo scored on a wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Rangers outscored the Cubs 11-10 on Sunday after falling behind Cole Hamels much the same way they did against Yu...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Two straight days facing their former aces, two straight early deficits. And now two straight wins for the rebuilding Texas Rangers against the World Series-or-bust Chicago Cubs. Joey Gallo scored on a wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Rangers outscored the Cubs 11-10 on Sunday after falling behind Cole Hamels much the same way they did against Yu...
Texas Tech locks down Gonzaga to earn 1st Final Four trip
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - Texas Tech is heading to its first Final Four thanks to a kid from Italy who made the big shots and a defense that refuses to rest. Davide Moretti opened up a late lead with the two most important 3-pointers of his life, Tariq Owens came up with a big rejection and the Red Raiders caught a ride straight to Minneapolis with a 75-69 victory over top-seeded Gonzaga on...
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - Texas Tech is heading to its first Final Four thanks to a kid from Italy who made the big shots and a defense that refuses to rest. Davide Moretti opened up a late lead with the two most important 3-pointers of his life, Tariq Owens came up with a big rejection and the Red Raiders caught a ride straight to Minneapolis with a 75-69 victory over top-seeded Gonzaga on...
Fans head to TMS for big NASCAR race weekend
NASCAR fans are gearing up to fill Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth. There are three big races this weekend.
NASCAR fans are gearing up to fill Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth. There are three big races this weekend.
Dragic's triple-double lifts Heat past Mavs, 105-99
MIAMI (AP) - The subplots were obvious: Goran Dragic vs. Luka Doncic for the first time, Dwyane Wade vs. Dirk Nowitzki for the last time. Miami got the better of both.
MIAMI (AP) - The subplots were obvious: Goran Dragic vs. Luka Doncic for the first time, Dwyane Wade vs. Dirk Nowitzki for the last time. Miami got the better of both.
D up: Texas Tech clamps down in 63-44 win over Michigan
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - More than 24 minutes into the game, the nation's best defense had yet to allow its 20th point. Yes, Texas Tech makes it tough on people. One more clamp-down job like this, and the Red Raiders will be D-ing up in the Final Four.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - More than 24 minutes into the game, the nation's best defense had yet to allow its 20th point. Yes, Texas Tech makes it tough on people. One more clamp-down job like this, and the Red Raiders will be D-ing up in the Final Four.
Benn scores shootout winner, Stars beat Oilers 3-2
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) - Jamie Benn scored the shootout winner and the Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 3-2 on Thursday. Alexander Radulov and Miro Heiskanen scored in regulation for the surging Stars, who won their third straight game and tightened their hold on the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference. Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid scored for the Oilers, who have lost four...
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) - Jamie Benn scored the shootout winner and the Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 3-2 on Thursday. Alexander Radulov and Miro Heiskanen scored in regulation for the surging Stars, who won their third straight game and tightened their hold on the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference. Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid scored for the Oilers, who have lost four...
Baez hits 2 HRs as Cubs open season with 12-4 win at Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Javier Baez had a slight smile on his face when he was asked how different he felt playing shortstop and hitting cleanup for the Chicago Cubs. Two big swings on opening day indicate he's picking up where he left off last season. "Uh, the same. I feel more confident at the plate, being smarter with a plan," Baez said. "About the lineup, you can really...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Javier Baez had a slight smile on his face when he was asked how different he felt playing shortstop and hitting cleanup for the Chicago Cubs. Two big swings on opening day indicate he's picking up where he left off last season. "Uh, the same. I feel more confident at the plate, being smarter with a plan," Baez said. "About the lineup, you can really...
Texas Rangers begin final season in Globe Life Park
The Texas Rangers began their final season at Globe Life Park on Thursday with nice weather, but some hiccups for fans trying to get inside the ballpark.
The Texas Rangers began their final season at Globe Life Park on Thursday with nice weather, but some hiccups for fans trying to get inside the ballpark.
Cowboys acquire Dolphins DE Robert Quinn for 6th-round pick
The Cowboys have agreed to acquire defensive end Robert Quinn from the Miami Dolphins for a sixth-round draft pick in a trade to bolster the Dallas pass rush while the club works on a long-term contract for DeMarcus Lawrence.
The Cowboys have agreed to acquire defensive end Robert Quinn from the Miami Dolphins for a sixth-round draft pick in a trade to bolster the Dallas pass rush while the club works on a long-term contract for DeMarcus Lawrence.
Edward Egros says farewell to FOX 4
Before digging deeper into one of the more poorly kept secrets in DFW media, I would like to excavate something else.
Before digging deeper into one of the more poorly kept secrets in DFW media, I would like to excavate something else.
Minor opening for Rangers against Cubs and former Texas aces
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Mike Minor will now do for the Rangers what Cole Hamels and Yu Darvish did the past three seasons in Texas. With those former Rangers aces in the visitors' dugout, Minor starts the season opener for Texas against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. The left-hander's first career opening day start comes only a year after his return to a rotation following shoulder...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Mike Minor will now do for the Rangers what Cole Hamels and Yu Darvish did the past three seasons in Texas. With those former Rangers aces in the visitors' dugout, Minor starts the season opener for Texas against the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. The left-hander's first career opening day start comes only a year after his return to a rotation following shoulder...
Surprises for Mike Doocy on his 25th anniversary at Channel 4
FOX4 surprised longtime sports anchor Mike Doocy to honor his 25th anniversary with the station during Wednesday evening's newscast.
FOX4 surprised longtime sports anchor Mike Doocy to honor his 25th anniversary with the station during Wednesday evening's newscast.