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What Happened in Sports: February 22, 2020
What happened in sports on February 22, 2020 ft. Giannis' elite performance, D-Wade's jersey retirement in Miami, HOU duo excelling, & more
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February 22nd, 2020 was remembered for the Greek Freak continuing to perform at a MVP level in a dominant win over Philadelphia, Dwayne Wade’s jersey officially being retired in Miami that solidifies his legacy forever, and Houston’s dominant duo going to work in Utah with Russell Westbrook and James Harden leading the small ball Rockets to an 8-2 record. Check out the Best in Sports from 2/22.
This daily sports article includes real headlines only (no clickbait rumors), all of the best highlights, interesting facts from around the NFL, NBA, & MLB, the main games to watch, top performances of the day, significant birthdays, and a quick recap of notable events on this day in sports history.
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What is your favorite highlight of @DwyaneWade’s career? ⚡️
His jersey will be retired tonight by the @MiamiHEAT! pic.twitter.com/Gh4AvIMp4c
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 22, 2020
? D-Wade's BEST DUNKS from his illustrious career! ?
3⃣ Catch @DwyaneWade's @MiamiHEAT jersey retirement ceremony FREE on NBA League Pass TONIGHT at halftime of the Cleveland/Miami game. #L3GACY
WATCH FREE: https://t.co/PjUehMwH7N pic.twitter.com/iWWT4SdIaC
— NBA (@NBA) February 22, 2020
Harden ⬆️, Russ ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/cpJZd3SaYo
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 23, 2020
72 COMBINED for Harden & Russ!
? @JHarden13: 38 PTS
? @russwest44: 34 PTS pic.twitter.com/GvtbyMxg1x
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2020
Lou-Will had his defender slipping ? pic.twitter.com/p7qiQ9iJFk
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 22, 2020
?️ sneaks inside for the And-1!
??: https://t.co/UzQ2xx35my pic.twitter.com/gH5bci1lhI
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2020
ANTHONY EDWARDS ??? pic.twitter.com/RcmMqezm8T
— Courtside Films (@CourtsideFilms) February 23, 2020
? @Giannis_An34 (31 PTS, 17 REB, 8 AST) goes for 30+ PTS, 15+ REB and 5+ AST for the 12th time this season. #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/wSfwz6CqLC
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2020
Ayton powers @Suns to W! ☀️@DeandreAyton drops 28 PTS, 19 REB and 3 BLK in Chicago. pic.twitter.com/i6u3OHjHMo
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2020
? @jcollins20_ drops an efficient 35 PTS in the @ATLHawks win over DAL!
35 PTS | 17 REB | 13-18 FGM | 3-3 3PM pic.twitter.com/xaII25GOrM
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2020
Wade's career through his eyes ? #L3GACY pic.twitter.com/S7sjuMVABP
— NBA TV (@NBATV) February 22, 2020
The BEST @Packers defensive plays of 2019! ? pic.twitter.com/HdFTC37Vla
— NFL (@NFL) February 23, 2020
⚡️ @DwyaneWade expresses his gratitude towards his family. #L3GACY pic.twitter.com/TUQnRpUDc3
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2020
Monster of the Midway.
The most dominating @FiftyDeuce plays of 2019! ? pic.twitter.com/JyWn6hpllw
— NFL (@NFL) February 22, 2020
.@AustinEkeler had a BREAKOUT year in 2019:
? 1,550 total yards
? 11 total TDs
? Second @Chargers RB ever with 90+ catches pic.twitter.com/0RzEqrV2jo
— NFL (@NFL) February 22, 2020
Every @Panthers touchdown from 2019! ? pic.twitter.com/4Zc0JoRil2
— NFL (@NFL) February 22, 2020
Mark Andrews put the league on notice in his first Pro Bowl season. ? @Mandrews_81 pic.twitter.com/EdJ9n9NRmP
— NFL (@NFL) February 22, 2020
Game-sealing INTs ✅
Goal-line stands ✅
Playoff magic ✅
The @Titans’ BEST defensive plays of 2019! pic.twitter.com/WKgBEpVEUt
— NFL (@NFL) February 22, 2020
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3:30 PM: Sacramento Kings (22-33) vs. Los Angeles Clippers (37-18)
7:00 PM: Brooklyn Nets (25-29) vs. Charlotte Hornets (19-36)
7:30 PM: Dallas Mavericks (34-22) vs. Atlanta Hawks (16-41)
8:30 PM: Philadelphia 76ers (35-21) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (47-8)
9:00 PM: Houston Rockets (35-20) vs. Utah Jazz (36-19)
[Highlights] F Giannis Antetokounmpo, MIL (v.PHI): 31 PTS (12-17 FG), 8 AST, 17 REB, 1 BLK, 4 TOV [Player of the Day]
[Highlights] C John Collins, ATL (v.DAL): 35 PTS (13-18 FG), 2 AST, 17 REB, 1 STL, 2 BLK, 1 TOV
[Highlights] SG James Harden, HOU (@UTA):38 PTS (13-23 FG), 7 AST, 5 REB, 2 STL, 1 BLK, 3 TOV
[Highlights] C DeAndre Ayton, PHX (@CHI): 28 PTS (12-20 FG), 1 AST, 19 REB, 3 BLK, 7 TOV
[Highlights] PG Russell Westbrook, HOU (@UTA): 34 PTS (14-26 FG), 4 AST, 6 REB, 1 STL, 2 TOV
NBA: SG Devonte’ Graham, Charlotte Hornets (turns 25)
NFL: OT Kaleb McGary, Atlanta Falcons (25)
MLB: SP German Marquez, Colorado Rockies (25)
NFL: CB Daryl Worley, Las Vegas Raiders (25)
MLB: RP Kevin McCarthy, Kansas City Royals (28)
NFL: EDGE Khalil Mack, Chicago Bears (29)
NBA: PG Rajon Rondo, Los Angeles Lakers (34)
NBA: SF Julius Erving, Hall of Fame (70)
1996: On one of the most active trade deadline days in NBA history, 19 players were involved in 6 trades while the Miami Heat completely revamped their roster with the acquisitions of SG Tim Hardaway (GSW), PF Chris Gatling (GSW), SF Walt Williams (SAC), SF Tyrone Corbin (SAC), and SG Tony Smith (PHX)
1996: Abe Pollin, owner of the Washington Bullets, announced the team would be dropping its longtime nickname and adopting the “Wizards” name in the near future
1992: Golden State Warriors HC Don Nelson became the 9th in NBA history to reach 700 career wins in just 1,1811 games, the 2nd-fastest to reach the mark (Red Auerbach — 1,091)
1985: San Antonio Spurs SG George Gervin reached the 25,000-point plateau (NBA & ABA) during a 118-111 victory over the Phoenix Suns
1962: Philadelphia Warriors C Wilt Chamberlain attempted an NBA-record 34 free throws in a victory over the St. Louis Hawks
1860: Very 1st organized game of baseball was played in San Fransisco, CA between the “Eagles” and “Red Rovers”
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