He might also have become the most interesting man in basketball. The warm temperatures that hit 79F at the 20km mark in slowed the runners but the strong tailwind was a boost – especially for the wheelchair races. “I’m excited to see her,” said Portland coach Mark Parsons, whose Thorns host Orlando in the league’s first game on Lifetime this Saturday. interestShare on Google+Share on WhatsAppShare on MessengerCloseIan McMahan.ianmcmahanFriday 14 April 2017 10.