Dean norris articles
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Dean Oliver returning to ESPN as data scientist for basketball metrics
Following a stint as an assistant coach with the Washington Wizards, basketball analytics pioneer Dean Oliver is returning to ESPN as a data scientist working on the company’s Basketball Power Index and player metrics. Oliver has held a wide array of positions in basketball analytics after helping to kick off the statistical revolution in the
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John Pisano, dean of L.A. jazz guitar, dies at 93
Jazz guitarist extraordinaire John Pisano, renowned for his solid rhythm, melodic solo lines and generosity, died May 2 at his home in Studio City with his wife Jeanne by his side. He was 93 years old. Pisano’s career spanned seven decades and included sharing the stage or recording studio with many jazz luminaries, including Chico Hamilton, Herb Alpert, Peggy Lee, Frank Sinatra, Benny Goodman, his longtime friend Joe Pass, and nearly every notable guitarist in the business as host for 22 years...
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Max Verstappen clinched Imola, but it was too close for comfort thanks to Lando Norris
Lando Norris pushed Imola winner Max Verstappen to the very end, setting up a thrilling finish and putting the F1 world champion on high alert.