Tim Duncan's Retirement Ceremony Was Charming And Delightful

The Spurs retired Tim Duncan’s No. 21 last night in a muted, charming ceremony, proving that you can still celebrate a guy’s legacy even if that guy’s central myth is his complete absence of flash, ego, or pomp. That image of Duncan can sometimes feel reductive or parodic, but last night it was just nice to see it burnished by a whole a slew of anecdotes from coaches and teammates past. Fans of fundamental basketball were treated to a highlight reel of Duncan operating in the low post, demonstrating immaculate footwork, setting screens, pulling Fabricio Oberto up off the floor, adjusting his jersey in the locker room, embracing teammates, embracing trophies, and embracing basketballs. It was a fine sendoff for Timmy, who came across as nothing short of a perfectly moral being and basketball automaton.

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The Denver Broncos Clearly Miss Former Vols Peyton Manning and Malik Jackson

The Denver Broncos would already be in the NFL playoffs if former Tennessee Volunteers Peyton Manning and Malik Jackson were still there.Hey John Elway, how has forcing Peyton Manning out the back door worked out for you? Your Denver Broncos might not even make the playoffs this year because of at…

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Asshole Tries To Sell Photo Of Michael Schumacher In Hospital Bed For $1.04 Million

Despite repeated requests for privacy, a photo of seven-time Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher lying in his hospital bed following his brain injury was offered to several publications for $1.04 million, reports Motorsport-Magazin. Schumacher sustained severe head injuries in a 2013 skiing accident that left him unable to walk or stand, per the last update given in September.

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Red-letter day: Elliott, Cowboys bounce back, top Bucs 26-20 (Yahoo Sports)

Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott (4) is congratulated on his touchdown run by Ezekiel Elliott (21) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as head coach Jason Garrett, right, watches, , Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)

Ezekiel Elliott ran faster after he crossed the goal line than he did looking for a hole to get in the end zone from the 2-yard line. Dallas’ rookie sensation and NFL rushing leader had his eyes on an oversized Salvation Army red kettle in front of the stands. Elliott rushed for a career-high 159 yards and that short score and the Cowboys closed in on home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs with a 26-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night.


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Brady leads Patriots to 16-3 win over Broncos (Yahoo Sports)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field after their win against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Denver. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)

Tom Brady brought a power run game and a sturdier offensive line with him to the Mile High City this time. Brady overcame both a slow start and another dazzling performance by Denver’s defense in New England’s grinding 16-3 win Sunday that secured a first-round bye in the playoffs. It also dealt a crushing blow to the Broncos’ playoff hopes.


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Fired Bradley regrets not sticking around to see Jaguars win (Yahoo Sports)

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley talks to media after falling to the Houston Texans in an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Houston. Bradley was fired after the loss. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Gus Bradley’s one regret is he won’t be around to see the Jacksonville Jaguars win consistently. Bradley held court inside a conference room at the Sawgrass Marriott. Owner Shad Khan fired Bradley following the team’s ninth consecutive loss Sunday, ending one of the least successful coaching tenures in NFL history.


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Street Fighter V's Rollercoaster Year

It’s funny to think of a fighting game having responsibilities, but that’s exactly where Street Fighter V found itself on the verge of its mid-February release date earlier this year. As the follow-up to what was arguably the genre’s most important release in decades, there was a lot riding on Street Fighter V’s success. Would it be able to maintain the fighting game community’s massive growth over the past seven years, while also providing a worthwhile platform for hardcore competitors?

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