Russell Westbrook offered one explanation for how it could possibly be that the Oklahoma City Thunder would miss 24 consecutive shots - yes, 24! - and trail by 34 points - yes, 34! - against the Washington Wizards.
Kawhi Leonard kept the faith on Monday night. Eventually, LaMarcus Aldridge came through, too.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver met New York Knicks legend Charles Oakley and team owner Jim Dolan on Monday in an effort to end a spectacular public feud that has gripped the league.
Jordan Spieth soaked up every step of scenery on the 18th hole at Pebble Beach, one of the prettiest places in golf and even more spectacular on a Sunday when the only work remaining was to hoist the crystal trophy.
Scott McCarron eagled the par-5 18th hole on Sunday to win the Allianz Championship for his third PGA Champions Tour victory in 17 starts.
The European Tour has added a new six-hole team event to the schedule as part of its aggressive move to introduce innovative formats and broaden the appeal of the sport.
Latrell Sprewell was back in the building and so were many other former Knicks.
The Denver Nuggets had high hopes of playing their two young centers side by side this season.
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes six teams are in the Premier League title race despite his side going 10 points clear at the top after a 1-1 draw at Burnley on Sunday.
Hours before Kevin Durant was to play in Oklahoma City for the first time as a visitor on Saturday, some Thunder fans were already gathered around Chesapeake Energy Arena, showing their contempt for the man who left as a free agent last summer and joined the rival Golden State Warriors.