Sean Brace
We get this party started on a Monday with one hell of a “choke-job.” The Clippers were up 3-1 in the series and failed to win another game. Lots of fingers being pointed in LA right now but this one falls on the Coach, Doc Rivers. Western Conference Finals will start Tuesday, 8PM. Warriors/Rockets. (Deadspin)
Charles Barkley is repeating himself a lot these days. (Still entertaining) but how long will that last? Would you say….2024? America loves Chuck (CNBC)
Speaking of high rollers. It seems Floyd Mayweather had the right side on a few wagers this weekend. (CBSSports)
The 2nd leg of the Triple Crown happened over the weekend. And American Pharaoh is one hell of a horse! Everybody will now watch the Belmont in 3 weeks. Win/Win. (NyTimes)
Ugh! Maikel Franco hits his first HR for the Phillies and all anybody will talk about is guy shoving lady out of the way to land ball. Swatting a lady? Stay classy bud. Video-> (NJ.com)
More important things on the Tug today. Amtrak is now up and running after deadly derailment. (Buzzfeed)
Weekend Movies: Mad Max is well worth the price of admission, go see it this week! (NerdCore)