NI boss O’Neill senses ‘big opportunity’ against Italy

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill says Thursday’s World Cup play-off in Italy is “a big opportunity and it’s important we don’t waste it”. With 57 places between the sides in the world rankings, Italy will be favourites to win the semi-final in Bergamo. Advertisement But the four-time World Cup winners have not qualified for the … Read more

After Hubert Davis’ firing, Celtics exec Brad Stevens reportedly says he’s not interested in UNC job

In the wake of Hubert Davis’ firing at North Carolina, Brad Stevens has no desire to leave the Boston Celtics. According to CBS Sports, the former Butler coach and current Celtics president of basketball operations “has removed his name from consideration for the Tar Heels job.” Tuesday night, North Carolina made it official that it … Read more