This Weekend in Sports: Heat vs. Clippers and Indiana vs. Ohio St.
Interesting NBA games and college basketball clashes highlight the first weekend without football since late August. Here’s what to watch this weekend:
Friday, February 8
L.A. Clippers at Miami Heat
American Airlines Arena, Miami, Fla.; 8 p.m. (ET) on ESPN
The Miami Heat (32-14) still have the Eastern Conference’s best record, as the NBA season heads toward the all-star break. LeBron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh will host both Los Angeles teams this weekend. The L.A. Clippers (35-16) remain on top of the Pacific Division despite serious injury issues. The team hopes to have guards Chris Paul and Chauncey Billups back in time for the game against the Heat on Friday.
Saturday, Feb. 9
Mississippi at (21) Missouri
Mizzou Arena, Columbia, Mo.; 1 p.m. (ET) on CBS
Not even super guard Marshall Henderson could keep Mississippi (18-4, 7-2 SEC) ranked after back-to-back losses to Kentucky and Florida last week. Henderson will lead the Rebels against No. 21 Missouri (16-5, 5-3 SEC). The Tigers lost to Ole Miss, 64-49, on Jan. 12. Jabari Brown has become an emerging star for Missouri, averaging 15.1 points per game in just 12 contests.
(23) Pittsburgh at (17) Cincinnati
Fifth Third Arena, Cincinnati; 6 p.m. (ET) on ESPN
A key Big East battle finds No. 23 Pittsburgh (19-5, 7-4 Big East) traveling to seventeenth-ranked Cincinnati (18-4, 6-4 Big East). The Bearcats beat the Panthers, 70-61 on Dec. 31. Guard Sean Kilpatrick averages 18.3 points per game to lead the Cincinnati attack. Freshman center Steven Adams has been a solid contributor for Pittsburgh, averaging 6.9 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game.
(11) Louisville at (25) Notre Dame
Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center, South Bend, Ind.; 9 p.m. (ET) on ESPN<
Two of the Big East’s best teams meet in South Bend. Eleventh-ranked Louisville (19-4, 7-3 Big East) is led by veteran guards Russ Smith and Peyton Siva. Forward Jack Cooley is a tremendous talent for No. 25 Notre Dame (18-5, 6-4 Big East). He’s averaging 14.8 points and 11.3 rebounds per game.
Sunday, Feb. 10
L.A. Kings at Detroit Red Wings
Joe Louis Arena, Detroit; 12:30 p.m. (ET) on NBC
The defending Stanley Cup champion L.A. Kings (3-3-2) have stumbled at the start of the lockout-shortened NHL season. They’ll look to beat Detroit (4-4-1), another great team that has gotten off to a slow start.
(1) Indiana at (10) Ohio State
Value City Arena, Columbus, Ohio; 1 p.m. (ET) on CBS
Top-ranked Indiana (20-2, 8-1 Big Ten) travels to No. 10 Ohio St. (17-5, 7-3 Big Ten) in a pivotal Big Ten matchup. The Buckeyes lost to Michigan on Tuesday and hope to stay in the conference’s upper echelon by beating the Hoosiers at home. Dynamic guard Victor Oladipo has emerged as a force for Indiana, while Deshaun Thomas continues to pace Ohio State in both points (19.9) and rebounds (6.1) per game.
L.A. Lakers at Miami Heat
American Airlines Arena, Miami, Fla.; 3:30 p.m. (ET) on ABC
After facing the Clippers on Friday, the Miami Heat (32-14) host the L.A. Lakers (23-26) on Sunday. With Pau Gasol out with a foot injury, Dwight Howard and the rest of the Lakers front court must step up their production. LeBron James looks to continue his MVP-level greatness for the Heat.
San Antonio Spurs at Brooklyn Nets
Barclays Center, Brooklyn; 8 p.m. (ET) on ESPN
San Antonio (39-11) has been the NBA’s hottest team, winning 11 straight games heading into Friday. Guard Tony Parker leads the Spurs, averaging 20.3 points and 7.6 assists. After a slow start, Brooklyn (29-20) has crept up the Eastern Conference standings. Joe Johnson has been a key addition for the Nets, averaging 16.8 points per game.
Country Whuppin’ – Jon Pardi Vs. Eric Paslay
May 21, 2013 3:55 PM Three wins down for Jon Pardi and two more to go to make the Country Whuppin' Hall of Fame. 'Up All Night' gained a very decisive win over Dakota Bradley, and now it faces off with another 'night' song from singer/songwriter, Eric Paslay!
You Can Help the Victims of the Oklahoma Tornado with Donations to the American Red Cross
May 21, 2013 3:35 PM The devastation in Moore, Oklahoma goes beyond comprehension and the death toll, unfortunately, continues to rise after yesterday's massive tornado that all but leveled the town of Moore. All of us in the Tri-State want to do anything we can to help and the best way to help is by making donations to the American Red Cross by calling 812-471-7200 or online at redcross.org/tristate.
Oklahoma’s Country Stars Send Messages to Those Hit by Moore Tornado
Monday's (May 20) devastating tornado in Moore, Okla. touched the hearts of country music's biggest stars, and more than a few were left worrying about friends and family they knew in the area. The state is home to some of the biggest names in country music -- Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Vince Gill and Blake Shelton are just a few who have roots there, with one superstar having grown up in Moore.
Survivor of Oklahoma Tornado Finds Her Dog During Live Interview
May 21, 2013 1:00 PM I have discovered that when all seems lost and that the darkness of a tragedy overwhelms you, miracles DO happen and prayers are answered.
Evansville Car Thief Drives Recklessly Right In Front Of Police Station [VIDEO]
May 21, 2013 11:15 AM Here's the perfect example of what not to do if you are a criminal and you don't want to get caught. This juvenile car thief not only back his car up for a block into traffic on Martin Luther King Blvd. in Evansville, but then he grazes another car and then speeds off right past the police station in front of a police cruiser. Wow.
Horrific Oklahoma Tornado Captured in Several Raw Videos
The country continues to pray for and help the people devastated by the massive tornado that touched down in Oklahoma on Monday, killing dozens.
Brett Eldredge Wraps Red Tour Dates, Shares What He Learned From Taylor Swift
For 20 minutes on Thursday night (May 16), Brett Eldredge owned the crowd that was still trickling into Houston's Toyota Center to see perhaps the biggest tour of the year -- Taylor Swift's 2013 Red Tour. It was a short set for the country newcomer, but like he did at each of the other 18 shows he played with the superstar, he maxed out every second, walking onstage armed with ammo given to him by his grandfather and Swift herself.
‘The Baby Bachelor’ Brings Cute to Reality TV Thanks to Jimmy Kimmel
May 21, 2013 4:06 AM I love Jimmy Kimmel! But now, I love him even more. With reality shows everywhere, on every channel, leave it to Jimmy to come up with the best parody EVER!!! Jimmy, along with his brother, nephew and some lovely and hilarious toddler girls have come up with 'The Baby Bachelor'. Trust me, you will enjoy THIS much more that you ever did 'The Bachelor'.
Henderson March For Babies 2013 [PHOTOS]
May 20, 2013 11:30 PM The 2013 March for Babies in Henderson County was held Saturday in Central Park, and hundreds of walkers held off the rain to raise big money for the March of Dimes.
Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos
A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.
At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.