NBA Rumors: Pelicans View Celtics As ‘Most Obvious’ Anthony Davis Trade Partner

The New Orleans Pelicans will look to the Boston Celtics to resolve their Anthony Davis downside. NBA sources outlined the Pelicans’ offseason plans, which is able to focus on Davis, to the The Boston Herald’s Steve Bulpett on Thursday on the NBA Draft Combine. They declare the Pelicans first will try and persuade Davis to rescind his commerce request and think about signing a long-term contract extension when he meets with newly appointed basic supervisor David Griffin subsequent week. Davis reportedly stays decided to depart the Pelicans this summer season, regardless of the actual fact they gained the NBA Draft Lottery and are anticipated to pick Zion Williamson with the primary general decide. < ... NESN.com

Red Sox Notes: Friday’s Win Among ‘Most Enjoyable’ Of 2018 For Alex Cora

Red Sox Notes: Friday’s Win Among ‘Most Enjoyable’ Of 2018 For Alex Cora

It’s safe to say the Red Sox had an absolute blast Thursday night. Boston claimed the American League East with a win in the series finale over the New York Yankees and got to pop champagne bottles on their fiercest rival’s turf. To date, it would be tough to top the division-clinching win for the Red Sox this season. But given how things played out Friday night at Progressive Field, manager Alex Cora was of the belief that the 7-5 victory in the series opener against the Cleveland Indians was among the most entertaining of the season for his team. Boston received an encouraging start from Chris Sale, who continues to gain strength

Ford Aggressively Pursuing Change To Become ‘Most Trusted Mobility Company’

Ford Aggressively Pursuing Change To Become ‘Most Trusted Mobility Company’

Ford’s new CEO has his eye on the prize. Jim Hackett was brought in to replace Mark Fields as CEO in March, and since then, he has been exploring ways that Ford can improve its business operations. On Tuesday, Hackett gave a presentation to investors, outlining how the “Blue Oval” will cut costs and position itself such that it can become “the world’s most trusted mobility company,” according to a press release. “When you’re a long-lived company that has had success over multiple decades the decision to change is not easy — culturally or operationally,” Hackett said in a statement. “Ultimately, though, we must accept the virtues ... NESN.com