HOT
What Happened in Sports: July 11, 2021
What happened in sports on July 11, 2021 ft. Pablo Lopez's consecutive Ks record, Giannis leading Bucks Game 3 win, 2021 MLB Draft, and more!
CBS Sports/Twitter
July 11th, 2021 was highlighted by Pablo Lopez setting a MLB record with nine consecutive strikeouts to start a MLB game. Giannis recorded 40+ points in consecutive NBA Finals games to keep the Bucks in the series. Jose Altuve capped off an epic five-run comeback in the bottom of the 9th inning against the Yankees with a three-run walk-off bomb with his shirt being ripped off this time. The Tigers, Twins, Dodgers, and Orioles all hit clutch home runs on Sunday as well.
The 2021 MLB Futures Game was remembered for Brennan Davis stealing the show with two HR en route to being named Futures Game MVP. The 2021 MLB Draft’s 1st round took place with the Pirates taking C Henry Davis first overall. The Boston Red Sox extended CP Matt Barnes on a two-year deal while the Orlando Magic hired Mavericks Asst. HC Jamahl Mosley as the team’s new Head Coach.
See what happened in sports on July 11th last year, headlined by Paul George and Yoenis Cespedes being ready to go for their respective teams. 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, notable birthdays, and a quick recap of significant events on this day in sports history.
CAM JOHNSON. OH MY GOODNESS. 😱 pic.twitter.com/K2EJveffNT
— NBA TV (@NBATV) July 12, 2021
Bobby Portis finishes off a sweet Bucks sequence 👀 pic.twitter.com/KOwdJxGeC0
— NBA TV (@NBATV) July 12, 2021
🔥 Giannis TAKES OVER in Game 3! 🔥
41 PTS
13 REB
14-23 FGM
13-17 FTM@Giannis_An34 joins @SHAQ as the only players in #NBAFinals history with back-to-back 40+ point, 10+ rebound games, as the Bucks win Game 3! #ThatsGame
Game 4: Wed, 9 PM ET, ABC pic.twitter.com/lIazIIZbAo
— NBA (@NBA) July 12, 2021
🔥 @Jrue_Holiday11 (21 PTS, 9 AST) and @Khris22m (18 PTS, 7 REB, 6 AST) help lead the @Bucks to victory in Game 3! #NBAFinals #ThatsGame
Game 4: Wednesday, 9pm/et, ABC pic.twitter.com/U21VrpePY7
— NBA (@NBA) July 12, 2021
A NEW MLB RECORD!
Pablo López strikes out the first 9 batters to start the game! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/sY6BZlMkIx
— MLB (@MLB) July 11, 2021
TUVE WALKS IT OFF.
THE ASTROS SCORE 6 IN THE 9TH. pic.twitter.com/zcRXyvfwT8
— MLB (@MLB) July 11, 2021
JAKE ROGERS GO-AHEAD SLAM IN THE 9TH! pic.twitter.com/s49UAtKxI4
— MLB (@MLB) July 11, 2021
Bottom 9️⃣. Tied at 9️⃣! #MNTwins pic.twitter.com/YF4XzBrPEK
— Minnesota Twins (@Twins) July 11, 2021
A #walkoff shot for the sweep! 🧹 pic.twitter.com/Mz4n0nfic8
— MLB (@MLB) July 11, 2021
Down to the final out, @TreyMancini TIES IT.
(MLB x @Citrix) pic.twitter.com/gWXteMq8KR
— MLB (@MLB) July 11, 2021
Up and Adam! Tie game no more! pic.twitter.com/A0l0oXCyDT
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) July 11, 2021
Max Muncy WALKS IT OFF in the Bottom of the 9th for the Dodgers with a 3 Run homer to beat the Diamondbacks 7-4 pic.twitter.com/5kEBzMlgct
— MLB Walk Offs & Game Winning Plays (@MLBWalk_Offs) July 11, 2021
Cubs prospect Brennen Davis (@BrennenDavis__) told us last night that the Futures Game MVP was up for grabs … he grabbed it 💪 pic.twitter.com/Js1gOmcBo1
— MLB (@MLB) July 11, 2021
Following Giannis’ 42 PTS in Game 2, we showcase the best buckets from his top scoring performances this season! #ThatsGame #NBAFinals presented by YouTube TV Game 3 between the Suns and @Bucks tips TONIGHT at 8:00pm/et on ABC. pic.twitter.com/7rXXz1ZHqx
— NBA (@NBA) July 11, 2021
Deflections, blocking shots, knocking down triples and doing the little things… we showcase the best of @mikal_bridges this season! #ThatsGame
27 PTS in the @Suns Game 2 win for Bridges… PHX seeks a 3-0 lead vs. MIL Sunday night with Game 3 at 8pm/et on ABC. #NBAFinals pic.twitter.com/VbQrtCBq1j
— NBA (@NBA) July 10, 2021
🪣 @DevinBook can stop on a dime and get buckets! #ThatsGame
31 PTS, 7 3PM for Book in the @Suns Game 2 win… the #NBAFinals presented by YouTube TV continue Sunday night with Game 3 at 8pm/et on ABC. pic.twitter.com/Jy3VeGNKKk
— NBA (@NBA) July 10, 2021
July 11, 2014: After leaving for Miami in the infamous “Decision” 4 years earlier, LeBron James announced that he would be heading back home to play for the Cleveland #Cavaliers. He would lead them to their 1st Championship in franchise history in 2016
pic.twitter.com/KyMUBnZYTi
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 11, 2021
Andre Johnson’s career resume:
– 7x Pro Bowl
– 3x 1st Team All-Pro; 2x 2nd Team
– 2x NFL REC & REC YDS Leader
– Only player with 60+ REC in 1st 8 seasons in NFL history
– T-Most career GP (22) with 10+ REC
pic.twitter.com/WVwlhOCH1F
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Andre Johnson’s records in Houston #Texans history:
– Career REC YDS (13,597), REC (1,012), REC TD (64), & REC YDS/GP (80.5)
– Top 2 Season REC YDS (1,598 & 1,575)
– Top 2 Season REC YDS/GP (99.9 & 98.4)
– T-most REC (115) during 1 season
pic.twitter.com/PKi3BhGabU
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Most career REC YDS in Houston #Texans history:
1. Andre Johnson (13,597)
2. DeAndre Hopkins (8,602)
3. Owen Daniels (4,617)
4. Kevin Walter (4,083)
5. Will Fuller (3,110)
pic.twitter.com/8zlRHinNt0
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Most REC YDS during 1 season in Houston #Texans history:
1. 2012 Andre Johnson (1,598)
2. 2008 Andre Johnson (1,575)
3. 2018 DeAndre Hopkins (1,572)
4. 2009 Andre Johnson (1,569)
5. 2015 DeAndre Hopkins (1,521)
pic.twitter.com/sL6IhL8Zwz
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Kansas City #Royals OF Bo Jackson made a routine catch in CF and then made an unprecedented move by running up the center-field wall that showcased his incredible athleticism on July 11, 1990
pic.twitter.com/V9MDyEe7jH
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 11, 2021
Joey Bosa is poised to become the greatest defensive player in #Chargers franchise history
pic.twitter.com/VDg2HJAu8J
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Joey Bosa is already a 3x Pro Bowler in just his 5th NFL season
pic.twitter.com/YRMqZMdWpW
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Joey Bosa is already in the top5 for career SK in #Chargers history
pic.twitter.com/fVCUGGeWGo
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Future DPOY contender = Joey Bosa
pic.twitter.com/zxDmtMcMwM
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Patrick Peterson’s ranks in Arizona #Cardinals history:
– 1st in career PR TD (4)
– 1st in season PR YDS (699) & PR TD (4)
– 2nd in career PR YDS (1,816)
– 2nd in career PD (91)
pic.twitter.com/Dl6zscYOGM
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
Patrick Peterson is the only player with 4 PR of 80+ YDS during 1 season in NFL history. Those 4 PR-TD are also the t-most during 1 season in NFL history
pic.twitter.com/eZ1et2K5hg
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 12, 2021
July 11, 2019: Houston #Rockets acquired PG Russell Westbrook from the Oklahoma City #Thunder for PG Chris Paul and a wealth of draft picks. Houston then traded Westbrook to DC for John Wall a year later while OKC traded CP3 to Phoenix a year later as wellpic.twitter.com/W4ePaND9RS
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 11, 2021
Russell Westbrook Houston #Rockets Highlights (2019-2020)
pic.twitter.com/rctDXcfo82
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 11, 2021
Chris Paul Oklahoma City #Thunder highlights (2019-2020)
pic.twitter.com/8rVGXureok
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 11, 2021
July 11, 1985: #Astros SP Nolan Ryan became the 1st pitcher to record 4,000 career Ks in MLB history after striking out 11 NY Mets over 7 IP in a 4-3 victory. Ryan finished his career with 5,714 Ks which will stand as the MLB record for a long time
pic.twitter.com/xNu1LSDkaq
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) July 11, 2021
[SEE MORE]
[Highlights] #3 @BUCKS (-175; $11.95) d. #2 SUNS (+155; $18.55) 120-100 [MIL -4.5 | PUSH 220] (PHX 2-1)
[Highlights] PF Giannis Antetokounmpo, MIL (W v.PHX): 41 PTS (14-23 FG | 0-2 3P), 6 AST, 13 REB, 0 BLK, 1 STL, 1 TO
[Highlights] G Jrue Holiday, MIL (W v.PHX): 21 PTS (8-14 FG | 5-10 3P), 9 AST, 5 REB, 1 BLK, 1 STL, 3 TO
[Highlights] SF Jae Crowder, PHX (L @MIL): 18 PTS (6-7 FG | 6-7 3P), 1 AST, 6 REB, 1 BLK, 0 STL, 0 TO
NFL: DT Tim Settle, Washington Football Team (turns 24)
NFL: TE Dalton Schultz, Dallas Cowboys (25)
NFL: DE Joey Bosa, Los Angeles Chargers (26)
MLB: RP Justin Steele, Chicago Cubs (26)
NFL: OL Cody Whitehair, Chicago Bears (29)
NFL: CB Patrick Peterson, Minnesota Vikings (31)
NFL: WR Andre Johnson, Retired after 2016 (40)
2019: Houston Rockets acquired PG Russell Westbrook from the Oklahoma City Thunder for PG Chris Paul and a wealth of draft picks [Transaction Reaction]. Houston then traded Westbrook to DC for John Wall a year later while OKC traded CP3 to Phoenix a year later as well
2016: San Antonio Spurs 1st ballot HOF Tim Duncan announced his retirement as a 5x Champion, 15x All-NBA, and 15x All-Star
2014: After leaving for Miami in the infamous “Decision” 4 years earlier, LeBron James announced in a Sports Illustrated article that he would be heading back home to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers where he would lead them to their 1st Championship in franchise history during his 2nd year back
2012: Phoenix Suns traded HOF PG Steve Nash to the Los Angeles Lakers for 2 1st round picks (2013, 2015) and 2 2nd round picks (2013, 2014)
2000: Hall of Fame WR Michael Irvin announced his retirement as a 3x Super Bowl Champion, 5x Pro Bowler, & Dallas Cowboys all-time receiving leader (11,904 REC YDS; since passed by Jason Witten)
1990: Kansas City Royals OF Bo Jackson made a routine catch in CF and then made an unprecedented move by running up the center field wall, showcasing his incredible athleticism
1987: With Billy Ripken joining his brother Cal Jr. in the Baltimore Orioles starting lineup, MGR Cal Ripken Sr. became the very 1st Manager to manage 2 sons in MLB history
1985: Houston Astros SP Nolan Ryan became the 1st pitcher to record 4,000 career strikeouts in MLB history after striking out 11 New York Mets over 7 innings in a 4-3 victory. Ryan finished his career with 5,714 strikeouts which will stand as the MLB record for a long time
1978: Vida Blue becomes the 1st pitcher to start for both leagues during an All-Star game during his career in MLB history
1973: Pittsburgh Pirates OF/1B Willie Stargell passed Ralph Kiner for the most HR (301) in franchise history. Stargell played his entire 21-year HOF career in Pittsburgh and mashed a franchise-best 475 career HR
1968: Baltimore Orioles replaced Manager Hank Bauer with future Hall of Famer Earl Weaver, who had never played in the majors. Weaver’s O’s won 3 straight AL Pennants from 1969-71, including the World Series in 1970
1914: Just a few days after his contract was purchased, SP Babe Ruth made his MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox, defeating the Cleveland Naps 4-3 at Fenway Park. Ruth became the greatest player of all-time with historic success as a hitter and pitcher
Share what happened in sports with friends and follow for more great sports content!
