Connolly's devotion to the Islanders is so deep and well documented (he even owns a French bulldog named Gillies) that he was initially tapped to narrate "Big Shot, " only to have the film's producers ask him to take over as director when their first choice left the project.

WSJ: Revisiting a Dark Time on the Island

But the Scarlets lacked the composure they had shown earlier in the game, failing to take advantage as they are still left seeking their first bonus-point league win of the season.

BBC: Scarlets 25-8 Ulster

Having witnessed Farrell's injury struggles at first hand over the last 12 months, Ford - who left Saracens to take up his role with England - paid tribute to his next-door neighbour's strength of character.

BBC: SPORT | Rugby Union | English | Pressure on Farrell

The Nets jumped out to a 12-point lead in the first quarter, but Chicago battled back to take a 42-39 lead on Deng's 3-pointer with 51 seconds left in the first half, and the Bulls led by one at the break.

WSJ: Bench carries Nets past Bulls, 93-89