Warriors admit they have finishing problem after narrow win over Timberwolves

MINNEAPOLIS — In five games, the Warriors have held double-digit leads in the fourth quarter three times. Their winning percentage in such contests? Well, let’s just say it’s not 1.000. Golden State went up by 24 midway early in the second half Wednesday night against the Timberwolves, still led by 11 with 2:16 to play and still barely hung on to win, 119-114. And yet, in Steve Kerr’s eyes? It’s all positive. “We didn’t do a good job closing, but … I kind of liked what happened,” Kerr said. “Because we need to learn from it.” Golden State also led…

How much income Americans need to retire comfortably in every state

Households around the country are facing financial stress amid persistent inflation, and retirees facing rising expenses need to ensure their income streams can cover costs. Americans derive their retirement income from a variety of sources, which can include personal retirement savings, such as through a 401(k) plan or IRA, as…

Haley Stevens’ fiancé will vote for Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate election over El-Sayed’s anti-Israel rhetoric

Jason Turkish, the fiancé of former Democratic Senate hopeful Haley Stevens, revealed Wednesday that he plans to vote for Republican Mike Rogers over Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Senate midterm election.  Turkish, who is Jewish and has donated more than $300,000 to Democrats, cited El-Sayed’s inflammatory rhetoric and refusal…

Steve Kerr drops surprising support for ‘No Bulls—t Association’ after flopping calls run rampant vs. Lakers

MINNEAPOLIS — Steve Kerr was happy to see the NBA’s crackdown this season on flopping, one of his many hobby horses. But its inconsistent implementation left him scratching his head.  “It’s interesting,” the Warriors coach said Wednesday before they took on the Timberwolves. “I think everybody’s trying to figure out…

Tennis players are using a surprising hack to fight cramps at the US Open

Players who find themselves in a pickle at this year’s US Open will have an unlikely remedy waiting courtside. For the first time, Mount Sinai’s medical team is bringing a unique beverage to the tournament that can help ease exercise-related muscle cramps within minutes. And no, it’s not the Honey…

Rams owner Stan Kroenke buys Angels from Arte Moreno for record-breaking price

Stan Kroenke conquered Los Angeles football. Now, he’s crossing county lines and stepping into the batter’s box. The Los Angeles Rams owner has agreed to purchase a controlling interest in the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno, a stunning late-season transaction that now adds a Major League Baseball franchise to…

Ayesha Curry offers clues on Steph’s retirement timeline

Now that Golden State Warriors legend Steph Curry is 38 years old, the question about his potential retirement isn’t going anywhere. That is, until Steph’s wife, Ayesha Curry, made a telling claim about her husband’s basketball future during a recent interview. “Of course, Steph is the hardest-working man in the…

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