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• Vegas Advisors on Gambling: Who will cov... Vegas Advisors on Gambling: Who will cover?
11/21/2009
A game by game breakdown by the experts (1 h ago)

• No. 6 Boise State (11-0) blows out Utah ... No. 6 Boise State (11-0) blows out Utah State
11/21/2009
Doug Martin ran for 121 yards and four touchdowns and No. 6 Boise State remained unbeaten and in BCS contention with a 52-21 victory over Utah State on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Clips’ broadcasters booted after Iran co... Clips’ broadcasters booted after Iran comments
11/21/2009
Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi. (1 h ago)

• Heatley’s hat trick leads Sharks past Fl... Heatley’s hat trick leads Sharks past Flyers
11/21/2009
Thornton also records 600th assist as San Jose improves to 7-0-2 at home. (1 h ago)

• UCLA suspends Dragovic after felony char... UCLA suspends Dragovic after felony charge
11/21/2009
Second time in less than a year forward has been in trouble with the law. (1 h ago)

• Carter, Magic make statement vs. Celtics Carter, Magic make statement vs. Celtics
11/21/2009
Vince Carter scored 26 points, Rashard Lewis had 16 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Boston Celtics 83-78 in a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference semifinal on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Opinion: Rodriguez hasn't embraced rival... Opinion: Rodriguez hasn't embraced rivalry like Tressel
11/21/2009
Opinion: Make fun of OSU coach all you want, but he owns rival, wins Big Ten titles (1 h ago)

• Smith’s last-second shot lifts soaring H... Smith’s last-second shot lifts soaring Hawks
11/21/2009
Josh Smith soared through the lane to drop in a missed shot with 0.7 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Hawks won their seventh in a row, beating the Houston Rockets 105-103 Friday night to maintain the NBA’s best record. (1 h ago)

• Death of Drew Brees' mother ruled a suic... Death of Drew Brees' mother ruled a suicide
11/21/2009
The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide. (1 h ago)

• LeBron’s 40 leads Cavs past Pacers LeBron’s 40 leads Cavs past Pacers
11/21/2009
LeBron James scored a season-high 40 points, and also had nine rebounds and seven assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 105-95 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Syracuse stuns No. 6 North Carolina Syracuse stuns No. 6 North Carolina
11/21/2009
Orange use 22-1 run to start second half to crush defending champions 87-71. (1 h ago)

• Turner leads No. 15 Ohio St. over No. 13... Turner leads No. 15 Ohio St. over No. 13 Cal
11/21/2009
Evan Turner had 26 points and 14 rebounds, his fourth double-double in as many games, and No. 15 Ohio State beat No. 13 California 76-70 on Friday night in the third-place game of the 2K Sports Classic. (1 h ago)

• MJ says others deserve LeBron’s gesture,... MJ says others deserve LeBron’s gesture, too
11/21/2009
Michael Jordan is grateful for LeBron James' suggestion last week to retire No. 23 leaguewide, but the Hall of Famer says there are several more players just as worthy of the honor, according to an ESPN.com report Friday. (1 h ago)

• Johnson takes pole at Homestead Johnson takes pole at Homestead
11/20/2009
Jimmie Johnson's run for his fourth straight Cup title starts from the pole. (31 m ago)

• Irish eyes not smiling: Game won't be re... Irish eyes not smiling: Game won't be replayed
11/20/2009
There will be no rematch. Ireland’s hopes for a replay of its World Cup qualifier against France ended Friday after both FIFA and the French Football Federation rejected requests for another game. (1 h ago)

• Knicks pass on Iverson, want to stay you... Knicks pass on Iverson, want to stay young
11/20/2009
The New York Knicks passed on a chance to sign Allen Iverson over the summer. A few months and only one victory later, they have to decide if he's worth reconsidering. (2 h ago)

• ATP says it can't reopen Agassi drug cas... ATP says it can't reopen Agassi drug case
11/20/2009
The ATP will not reopen a doping case against Andre Agassi over his admission about drug use in 1997, tour chairman Adam Helfant said Friday. (2 h ago)

• Polamalu could miss three games Polamalu could miss three games
11/20/2009
NFL.com's Jason La Canfora reports the Steelers are "hopeful" that Troy Polamalu's PCL sprain won't cost him more than three games. (5 h ago)

• PFT’s Picks: Colts, Saints still not rea... PFT’s Picks: Colts, Saints still not ready to lose
11/20/2009
Each week, ProFootballTalk.com’s Mike Florio and Gregg Rosenthal will break down and pick the winners of each NFL game. See their Week 11 picks. (22 h ago)

• Predictions 101: OSU won't have mercy on... Predictions 101: OSU won't have mercy on Michigan
11/19/2009
Check out Predictions 101 for picks to week's key college football games (1 d ago)

• Francis Lewis and Cardozo head to finals Francis Lewis and Cardozo head to finals
11/21/2009
Francis Lewis and Cardozo will meet in the PSAL 'A' volleyball finals for the second time in three years on Tuesday at Hunter College after winning their semifinal matches in vastly different fashions on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Ross hints at safety dance Ross hints at safety dance
11/21/2009
Aaron Ross would do just about anything to get into a game with the Giants this season, and that includes switching positions. (1 h ago)

• Orange peels away Heels Orange peels away Heels
11/21/2009
The Orange capped an overpowering two days at the Garden Friday night by dominating No. 6 North Carolina, 87-71, before 15,552 in the championship game of the tournament to benefit Coaches vs. Cancer. (1 h ago)

• Storm traps Bears to improve to 3-0 Storm traps Bears to improve to 3-0
11/21/2009
After escaping with a one-point win over St. Bonaventure four days ago, St. John's pulled off a heart-pounding, 79-76 victory at Carnesecca Arena over Brown Friday night, improving to 3-0. (1 h ago)

• Drury moves closer to return Drury moves closer to return
11/21/2009
Chris Drury, out since suffering a concussion two weeks ago, moved a significant step closer to returning to the Rangers' lineup Friday, going through a 20-minute off-ice workout one day after being cleared by a neurologist to resume physical activity. (1 h ago)

• Rhodes defends self, off-field pursuits Rhodes defends self, off-field pursuits
11/21/2009
Kerry Rhodes is supposed to be the Jets' ball-hawking version of Ed Reed in Rex Ryan's defense but he hasn't been making plays. So that surely means he has been too preoccupied doing photo shoots, commercials and appearing in music videos, right? (1 h ago)

• Strahan delivers a Giant pep talk Strahan delivers a Giant pep talk
11/21/2009
Michael Strahan's last pep talk to the Giants came on the sidelines during Super Bowl XLII, just before their championship-winning drive. The Giants (5-4) can only hope the little speech he gave Friday will have a similar effect. (1 h ago)

• Giants could lose Pierce Giants could lose Pierce
11/21/2009
Hours after finally being able to practice with all 53 players on their active roster for a second striaght day, the Giants were dealt a devastating blow Friday night when they learned they could lose Antonio Pierce, for most of the rest of the season. (1 h ago)

• High school basketball stars have harsh ... High school basketball stars have harsh words for losing Knicks, Nets players
11/21/2009
Think the Knicks and Nets, with just two wins in 23 games combined, couldn't beat a high school team? New York's top school players wouldn't go that far - but they had plenty of advice for the pros Friday. (1 h ago)

• Ex-Iona coach Ruland tells Knicks, Nets ... Ex-Iona coach Ruland tells Knicks, Nets to stay positive
11/21/2009
Take it from Jeff Ruland, a guy who coached a college basketball team that lost 22 games in a row: "Brighter days are ahead" for the hapless Knicks and Nets. (1 h ago)

• Nets get Harris back, eye victory Nets get Harris back, eye victory
11/21/2009
Devin Harris has been about as useful to the Nets over the last 10 games as the fans scattered throughout the Meadowlands stands. And like those fans, Harris is tired of watching the Nets lose. (1 h ago)

• Time to strap on the Gloves Time to strap on the Gloves
11/21/2009
More than 600 participants signed up for the Golden Gloves last year, continuing the tradition of the largest and longest-running amateur boxing tournament in the world. (1 h ago)

• Bossert's Analysis Bossert's Analysis
11/21/2009
Frenchonionsoup came up a nose short to Wild Conga who won his third straight victory on Thursday; clearly the one to beat. Pewter shows two bullet workouts for first start since May 16; looks well placed for return. (1 h ago)

• Mighty Quinn: Nov. 21 Mighty Quinn: Nov. 21
11/21/2009
Mighty hit with Boise State (-23) Friday night. Today in college football it's Missouri and Nebraska. The surplus is 750 sirignanos. (1 h ago)

• Losing Matsui is risky business for Yank... Losing Matsui is risky business for Yanks
11/21/2009
Hideki Matsui is a free agent and wants to return, but do the Yankees risk losing more than just a slugger if they do not re-sign him? Is possibly keeping him purely about baseball or is it a decision that strays into the Yankees' global business interests, too? (1 h ago)

• Yanks prospect moved to 40-man roster Yanks prospect moved to 40-man roster
11/21/2009
Outfielder and top Yankee prospect Austin Jackson was one of seven players added to the 40-man roster Friday, protecting them from being selected in next month's Rule5 Draft. (1 h ago)

• The Day at the Races The Day at the Races
11/21/2009
Hall of Fame jockey Edgar Prado has changed agents. After coming off a disappointing Belmont fall meeting in which he just won 13 races from 144 mounts, the 42-year-old jockey fired longtime agent Bob Frieze Friday and replaced him with Jimmy Riccio Jr. (1 h ago)

• Beckham to play in MLS Cup despite injur... Beckham to play in MLS Cup despite injury
11/21/2009
Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham said Friday that he will play against Real Salt Lake in the MLS Cup Sunday, despite sporting a bone bruise in his right foot. (1 h ago)

• Lupica: Knicks' Answer to fans is 'We do... Lupica: Knicks' Answer to fans is 'We don't care'
11/21/2009
It doesn't matter in the end whether it was James L. Dolan who didn't want Allen Iverson, or Donnie Walsh, or Mike D'Antoni. Knicks fans wanted Iverson. But they don't matter and haven't for a long time. (1 h ago)

• Fans cry foul as Knicks pass on Iverson Fans cry foul as Knicks pass on Iverson
11/20/2009
No one in their wildest dreams thought Allen Iverson could have transformed the Knicks into a championship-caliber team, but fans were dealt another disappointing blow Friday afternoon when the struggling franchise passed on the former MVP. (19 m ago)

• Lopez offered 'conditional' USF1 drive Lopez offered 'conditional' USF1 drive
11/21/2009
Jose Maria Lopez offered the chance to sign up with USF1 for the 2010 F1 season providing he can find the sponsorship needed to secure a drive (1 h ago)

• Schumacher Mercedes F1 move 'is going to... Schumacher Mercedes F1 move 'is going to happen'
11/20/2009
Record-breaking multiple F1 World Champion Michael Schumacher - the most successful driver in the sport's history - is set to sensationally rejoin the grid in 2010 with Mercedes GP. (6 h ago)

• Bourdais 'writing new chapter' but admit... Bourdais 'writing new chapter' but admits F1 door not closed
11/20/2009
Once bitten, twice shy goes the saying, but it seems Scuderia Toro Rosso evictee Sébastien Bourdais has not given up on a return to F1 just yet - as he reminds observers just what he is capable of with Superleague success. (9 h ago)

• Birrane: Another chance will arise for L... Birrane: Another chance will arise for Lola.
11/20/2009
Martin Birrane admits that he remains optimistic of F1 future for Lola. (10 h ago)

• Red Bull will remain a 'big factor' in F... Red Bull will remain a 'big factor' in F1 2010, insists Horner
11/20/2009
Red Bull Racing's title-challenging form in F1 2009 was no flash in the pan, insists team principal Christian Horner - with the energy drinks-backed outfit set to come out 'even stronger' in 2010. (10 h ago)

• Ecclestone gives Silverstone final deadl... Ecclestone gives Silverstone final deadline to save British GP
11/20/2009
F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has given Silverstone and its owners the BRDC one final ultimatum - sign a contract by 11 December, or accept that the 2010 British Grand Prix is lost. (12 h ago)

• Kubica confirms another rally, but Vette... Kubica confirms another rally, but Vettel denied.
11/20/2009
Robert Kubica to tackle Rallye du Var, as Red Bull Racing reins in Sebastian Vettel's ambitions. (13 h ago)

• Lotus F1: We're under pressure to perfor... Lotus F1: We're under pressure to perform but we will
11/20/2009
Lotus F1 key players Mike Gascoyne and Tony Fernandes acknowledge the weight of expectation upon their shoulders from carrying such an iconic name in 2010 - but give the team time, they insist, and they will surprise... (13 h ago)

• Montagny adds name to Renault frame. Montagny adds name to Renault frame.
11/20/2009
French ace Franck Montagny in negotiations for F1 race return. (13 h ago)

• Villeneuve back in training as 2010 talk... Villeneuve back in training as 2010 talks progress
11/20/2009
Jacques Villeneuve has moved to Austria to continue his preparations for a potential 2010 return to F1. (13 h ago)

• Senna ready to work hard with Campos. Senna ready to work hard with Campos.
11/20/2009
Bruno Senna admits that getting results will be the only way to shake off comparisons with uncle Ayrton. (15 h ago)

• Button: McLaren 'will be tough to beat' ... Button: McLaren 'will be tough to beat' in 2010.
11/20/2009
Jenson Button has said that he expects his partnership with Lewis Hamilton to be an F1 front-runner in 2010. (16 h ago)

• Button: I moved for the challenge, not t... Button: I moved for the challenge, not the money
11/19/2009
F1 World Champion Jenson Button has hit back at those who claim he left Brawn for McLaren-Mercedes for financial motives - explaining that what he wanted most was a new challenge. (1 d ago)

• Trulli revealed as Lotus target but in... Trulli revealed as Lotus target but insists he hasn't signed
11/19/2009
Toyota F1 refugee Jarno Trulli has been named as an ideal candidate for 2010 newcomer Lotus - but in the wake of an impressive NASCAR test for Michael Waltrip Racing, the experienced Italian insists he 'hasn't signed with anyone yet'. (1 d ago)

• Raikkonen rules out Mercedes, confirms F... Raikkonen rules out Mercedes, confirms F1 sabbatical
11/19/2009
Kimi Raikkonen has confirmed that he is not in talks with Mercedes and will not be in F1 in 2010 - and whilst he is open to returning, he admits he may have reached the end of the road. (1 d ago)

• Raikkonen could yet be in F1 in 2010 w... Raikkonen could yet be in F1 in 2010 with Mercedes GP
11/19/2009
2007 F1 World Champion Kimi Raikkonen may not yet be driven into an enforced sabbatical in 2010, it emerges - as speculation heightens that the Ferrari refugee could end up at Mercedes GP. (1 d ago)

• Piquet, di Resta and de la Rosa on Force... Piquet, di Resta and de la Rosa on Force India F1 radar
11/19/2009
Adrian Sutil and Vitantonio Liuzzi appear to be anything but secure at Force India F1 in 2010 - with Nelsinho Piquet, Pedro de la Rosa and Paul di Resta understood to be similarly in the frame. (1 d ago)

• Button breached contract, says 'disappoi... Button breached contract, says 'disappointed' Brawn
11/19/2009
Jenson Button did not leave Brawn GP due to disagreements over salary, Ross Brawn and Nick Fry contend - with a breach in contract having led to an offer of 12 million being withdrawn. (1 d ago)

• Hamilton warns Button: I'm still the bes... Hamilton warns Button: I'm still the best driver in F1!
11/19/2009
Lewis Hamilton welcomes compatriot Jenson Button to McLaren-Mercedes with typically fighting talk - asserting that whilst he may have lost his crown, he is still the best driver in F1. (1 d ago)

• Donington Park lease-holder DVLL put int... Donington Park lease-holder DVLL put into administration
11/18/2009
Donington Ventures Leisure Ltd (DVLL) - the company whose CEO Simon Gillett dreamed of taking the British Grand Prix to Donington Park in 2010 - has been officially placed into administration. (2 d ago)

• López close to USF1 deal López close to USF1 deal
11/21/2009
José María López has said that he came to an agreement with USF1 on Friday and that, once the necessary sponsorship budget is in place, he will be racing for the team in 2010. Having visited the outfit's Charlotte facility, the Argentine must now find a number of sponsors for the new team. (1 h ago)

• Options open for Bourdais Options open for Bourdais
11/21/2009
Sébastien Bourdais is keeping his options open ahead of the 2010 racing season after a turbulent year in 2009. Having been sacked by Toro Rosso after the German Grand Prix, the four-time ChampCar Champion has enjoyed success in the Superleague Formula. (1 h ago)

• FIA was using new teams, says Lola FIA was using new teams, says Lola
11/20/2009
Martin Birrane, Executive Chairman of the Lola Group, believes that the FIA was taking advantage of a selection of budding new teams during the ongoing war between the Formula 1 governing body and FOTA earlier in the season. (6 h ago)

• Rossi and Newey to contest endurance rac... Rossi and Newey to contest endurance race
11/20/2009
Multiple MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi will be joining the Vallelunga 6 Hour race in Italy this weekend as the Yamaha rider gets behind the wheel of a GT3-class Ferrari 430, complete with his legendary number 46. (9 h ago)

• Wolff: Worth of privateers on the up Wolff: Worth of privateers on the up
11/20/2009
Christian Wolff has explained that his reasons to buy a minority share in the Williams team are solely for profit-making purposes and not for an active role in the running of team. The Austrian racer and businessman makes history by becoming the first person other than Frank Williams or Patrick Head to hold a stake of the Grove outfit. (9 h ago)

• Equity sale for 'private motives' - Will... Equity sale for 'private motives' - Williams
11/20/2009
Sir Frank Williams has explained that full reasons for why he elected to sell part of his team will remain confidential; a minority interest of the former Champion squad has been sold off for the first time after he and co-owner Patrick Head made the joint decision. (10 h ago)

• USF1 considering 12 drivers USF1 considering 12 drivers
11/20/2009
The USF1 team is assessing 12 drivers ahead of its first season in Formula 1 next year. The Cosworth-powered organisation, run by Ken Anderson and Peter Windsor, is yet to announce any part of its line-up although management is confident that, contrary to some reports, much progress is being made. (11 h ago)

• Buemi and Schumacher to kart in Las Vega... Buemi and Schumacher to kart in Las Vegas
11/20/2009
Toro Rosso's Sébastien Buemi and 7-time World Champion Michael Schumacher will be taking part in the SKUSA Supernationals karting event in Las Vegas this weekend. The Swiss and German drivers will be joined by more then 300 other competitors in the multi-class contest. (13 h ago)

• Clock ticking for Silverstone Clock ticking for Silverstone
11/20/2009
Formula 1 commercial rights holder Bernie Ecclestone has said again that the British Grand Prix will be lost if Silverstone does not organise a deal as soon as possible. The Englishman has pinpointed Friday 11 December as an absolute final date to have a deal in place by. (14 h ago)

• Williams sells first shares Williams sells first shares
11/20/2009
Williams has announced that a minority interest of the Grove team has been purchased by an investment company headed by Austrian businessman and racer Christian 'Toto' Wolff, who also becomes a board member. (14 h ago)

• Official: Bianchi handed Ferrari test Official: Bianchi handed Ferrari test
11/20/2009
Ferrari has confirmed that F3 Euroseries Champion Jules Bianchi will be running in the team's F60 for the young driver test session at Jerez next month. The Frenchman will pilot the 2009 car for the first two days of the 3-day event while a trio of other men will be sharing the cockpit as the session comes to a close. (14 h ago)

• My door is open, says Trulli My door is open, says Trulli
11/20/2009
Jarno Trulli is not hiding the fact that he is yet to place his signature on a contract ahead of what would be his fourteenth season in Formula 1 next year. In the shadow of the Toyota departure, the Italian has been heavily linked with Lotus although no confirmation of talks has yet been given. (20 h ago)

• Button: I needed a new challenge Button: I needed a new challenge
11/20/2009
Jenson Button has explained that he will be earning less at McLaren than he would have at Mercedes - formerly Brawn GP - next season as he prepares to dice it out with fellow countryman and World Champion predecessor Lewis Hamilton. (22 h ago)

• Brawn 'very disappointed' with Button ou... Brawn 'very disappointed' with Button outcome
11/19/2009
Ross Brawn is believed to be extremely disenchanted after Champion Jenson Button elected to turn his back on the Brawn GP team and move to McLaren for 2010. Having joined the Brackley outfit under previous guise B.A.R in 2003, the team move is the Englishman's first in seven years. (1 d ago)

• Sons release birthday song for Jackie St... Sons release birthday song for Jackie Stewart
11/19/2009
Paul Stewart, Team Manager of Stewart Grand Prix between 1997 and 1999, has recorded a song dedicated to triple World Champion father Jackie as part of his 70th birthday celebrations this year. (1 d ago)

• Räikkönen: No talks with Brawn Räikkönen: No talks with Brawn
11/19/2009
Kimi Räikkönen has said that he will only be returning to Formula 1 should a competitive car be at his disposal in 2011. With McLaren negotiations failing and seemingly no talks having taken place with Brawn GP, the Finn will now take at least one year off from Formula One after joining the field with Sauber in 2001. (1 d ago)

• No early Brawn exit for Button No early Brawn exit for Button
11/19/2009
The Mercedes Grand Prix team, formerly Brawn GP, stresses that Jenson Button will remain under full contract with the Brackley outfit until the end of the year, thus meaning that the Englishman will be able to take no active role as a McLaren driver until January 1 2010. (1 d ago)

• 'Unfinished business' for Räikkönen 'Unfinished business' for Räikkönen
11/19/2009
Kimi Räikkönen's Manager has explained how, despite many meetings with McLaren with a view to signing a 2010 contract, the parties could not agree on terms. With the 2007 Champion now looking to take a year off, Steve Robertson stresses that the decision was not made with money being the first consideration. (1 d ago)

• 2010: How the grid is shaping up 2010: How the grid is shaping up
11/19/2009
In terms of the 2010 driver market, Wednesday was the most significant day so far; not only did we learn of an already famous McLaren line-up but Kimi Räikkönen's management informed the world that the Finn would be out of Formula One for at least next season. (1 d ago)

• This Time, Egyptian Riot Over Soccer, No... This Time, Egyptian Riot Over Soccer, Not Bread
11/21/2009
History has proven there are two subjects that will move Egyptians into the streets in riotous numbers, crashing windows, battling each other and defying an army of club-wielding riot police. (1 h ago)

• Sagging Rangers Aren’t Ready to Look at ... Sagging Rangers Aren’t Ready to Look at Standings
11/21/2009
After a 7-1 start, the Rangers have lost 9 of 13, the Devils have passed them in the Eastern Conference and the Islanders are on their heels. (1 h ago)

• Men’s College Basketball Roundup: Syracu... Men’s College Basketball Roundup: Syracuse Shows Off New Talent in Win
11/21/2009
The junior transfer Wes Johnson and the freshman Brandon Triche helped lead the unranked Orange to an 87-71 victory over No. 6 North Carolina in Madsion Square Garden. (1 h ago)

• Sports of The Times: Iverson Isn’t the A... Sports of The Times: Iverson Isn’t the Answer for Knicks, but What Is?
11/21/2009
Allen Iverson was not any kind of short-term answer for the Knicks, and now fans are left with only long-term hope that great change will finally come in 2010. (1 h ago)

• Judge’s Ruling Keeps Alive Lawsuit Over ... Judge’s Ruling Keeps Alive Lawsuit Over Seat Licenses
11/21/2009
A longtime season-ticket holder has sued the Giants and the Jets, alleging that they violated antitrust and consumer fraud laws. (1 h ago)

• In New Jersey Twins, a New Generation of... In New Jersey Twins, a New Generation of Runner
11/21/2009
New Jersey’s 16-year-old Rosa twins are the favorites to go 1-2 in Saturday’s New Jersey State Meet of Champions, and also to become America’s next best long-distance hopefuls. (1 h ago)

• Pacquiao-Cotto a Hit for HBO Pacquiao-Cotto a Hit for HBO
11/21/2009
Manny Pacquiao’s 12th-round technical knockout of Miguel Cotto Saturday night generated 1.25 million pay-per-view buys, with gross revenue of $70 million, HBO said Friday. (1 h ago)

• For Nets and Knicks, Shared Woe For Nets and Knicks, Shared Woe
11/21/2009
The 0-12 Nets are plumbing just a little deeper than the 2-9 Knicks, but they may get a lift from the return of Devin Harris on Saturday. (1 h ago)

• Dominance of Texas Is Harder to Define i... Dominance of Texas Is Harder to Define in a Softer Big 12
11/21/2009
The question of how good the Longhorns are may linger until they are truly tested, which may be in the B.C.S. title game. (1 h ago)

• Tour Unlikely to Pursue Case Against Aga... Tour Unlikely to Pursue Case Against Agassi
11/21/2009
In his autobiography, Andre Agassi admits using crystal meth in 1997 and then lying to tennis antidoping authorities about it. (1 h ago)

• Sticking to Game Plan, Knicks Pass on Iv... Sticking to Game Plan, Knicks Pass on Iverson
11/21/2009
Team officials spent three days weighing the pros and cons of signing Allen Iverson, a four-time N.B.A. scoring champion with problems in his past. (1 h ago)

• N.B.A. Roundup: Carter Soars, Lifting Ma... N.B.A. Roundup: Carter Soars, Lifting Magic Over the Celtics
11/21/2009
LeBron James scored a season-high 40 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied on the road to beat the Indiana Pacers, 105-95, on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Far From Field, Lawyer’s Blog Is Player ... Far From Field, Lawyer’s Blog Is Player in N.F.L.
11/21/2009
Mike Florio started his blog as a sideline to his law practice, but it has grown into a leading source of information about the N.F.L. (1 h ago)

• The McCourty Twins, Divided Between Rutg... The McCourty Twins, Divided Between Rutgers and the N.F.L.
11/21/2009
The McCourty twins, Devin and Jason, have always played football together, but not this year. Jason has moved on to the Tennessee Titans. (1 h ago)

• Raids Expose Soccer Fixing Across Europe Raids Expose Soccer Fixing Across Europe
11/21/2009
German law enforcement officials arrested 17 on Friday in connection with what was described as the biggest match-fixing scandal yet uncovered in European soccer. (1 h ago)

• Baseball Roundup: Vizquel and Guillen Sh... Baseball Roundup: Vizquel and Guillen Share a Number, a Hero and Maybe a Team
11/21/2009
The Chicago White Sox, managed by Ozzie Guillen, are reportedly close to signing shortstop Omar Vizquel, Guillen’s longtime friend. (1 h ago)

• Special Report: A.T.P. World Tour Finals... Special Report: A.T.P. World Tour Finals: Showcase Finale Moves to London
11/21/2009
Whether he wins or loses in the season-ending A.T.P. World Tour finale next week, this will still be Roger Federer’s tennis year. (1 h ago)

• Weekly Matchups: Digging Deep Weekly Matchups: Digging Deep
11/21/2009
College football matchups for Nov. 21 (1 h ago)

• The Chicago White Sox are in negotiation... The Chicago White Sox are in negotiations with Omar Vizquel's agent
11/21/2009
The Chicago White Sox are close to signing veteran infielder Omar Vizquel. (1 h ago)

• San Diego Padres GM Jed Hoyer has 'cordi... San Diego Padres GM Jed Hoyer has 'cordial' meeting with Adrian Gonzalez's agent
11/21/2009
Adrian Gonzalez's agent met with San Diego general manager Jed Hoyer on Friday, amid ongoing speculation that the Padres might consider trade proposals for the two-time All-Star or offer him a multiyear contract extension this offseason. (1 h ago)

• Washington Nationals top pick Stephen St... Washington Nationals top pick Stephen Strasburg won't need knee surgery
11/21/2009
The Nationals say No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a dislocation in his left knee joint and should be fine for spring training. (1 h ago)

• MLB releases autographed 20-DVD set of W... MLB releases autographed 20-DVD set of World Series films for $2,229
11/21/2009
Major League Baseball has the perfect gift to bust a budget in a recession. (1 h ago)

• Chicago Cubs trade Aaron Heilman to Ariz... Chicago Cubs trade Aaron Heilman to Arizona Diamondbacks for prospects
11/21/2009
Chicago Cubs trade Aaron Heilman to Arizona Diamondbacks for prospects. (1 h ago)

• Agent: Pitcher Josh Johnson, Florida Mar... Agent: Pitcher Josh Johnson, Florida Marlins reach impasse in contract talks
11/20/2009
There will be no long-term contract for pitcher Josh Johnson with the Florida Marlins this winter, his agent said Friday. (6 m ago)

• Law: Ranking the top MLB free agents (No... Law: Ranking the top MLB free agents (Nos. 1-10)
11/20/2009
Keith Law lists his top free agents, from Matt Holliday at No. 1 to Adam Everett at No. 50. (29 m ago)

• San Francisco Giants' Tim Lincecum wins ... San Francisco Giants' Tim Lincecum wins second consecutive Cy Young
11/20/2009
Giants ace Tim Lincecum has won the NL Cy Young Award, becoming the first repeat winner in the major leagues since Randy Johnson was voted the prize four straight times from 1999-2002. (17 h ago)

• New York Yankees' Andy Pettitte, New Yor... New York Yankees' Andy Pettitte, New York Mets' Fernando Tatis file for free agency
11/20/2009
The Yankees' Andy Pettitte and the Mets' Fernando Tatis have become the final players to file for free agency this year. (19 h ago)

• Tigers minor league 3B Ron Bourquin susp... Tigers minor league 3B Ron Bourquin suspended
11/20/2009
A Tigers' minor leaguer has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamine under baseball's minor league drug program. (22 h ago)

• Baseball commissioner Bud Selig says som... Baseball commissioner Bud Selig says some teams lost money in 2009
11/19/2009
Some teams lost money in 2009, baseball commissioner Bud Selig said Thursday after the final owners meeting of the year. (1 d ago)

• Jason Bay reportedly rejects initial off... Jason Bay reportedly rejects initial offer from Boston Red Sox
11/19/2009
Jason Bay will officially test of the open waters of free agency after declining the Red Sox's initial contract offer. (1 d ago)

• Bud Selig planning fewer breaks in playo... Bud Selig planning fewer breaks in playoff schedule
11/19/2009
Commissioner Bud Selig said Wednesday he's working on tightening up the 2010 playoff schedule so there will be fewer gaps between games. (1 d ago)

• Tom Hicks putting together group to keep... Tom Hicks putting together group to keep Texas Rangers
11/19/2009
Tom Hicks' plan to keep Rangers includes businessmen Nolan Ryan, Roger Staubach. (1 d ago)

• Colorado Rockies' Jim Tracy, Los Angeles... Colorado Rockies' Jim Tracy, Los Angeles' Mike Scioscia named managers of year
11/19/2009
Jim Tracy of Colorado has won the NL Manager of the Year award and Mike Scioscia of the Los Angeles Angels has been selected for the AL honor. (1 d ago)

• Jim Tracy of Colorado Rockies gets three... Jim Tracy of Colorado Rockies gets three-year deal on same day as NL Manager of the Year award
11/18/2009
The Colorado Rockies have rewarded manager Jim Tracy with a three-year contract. (2 d ago)

• Thornton-to-Heatley connection befuddles... Thornton-to-Heatley connection befuddles Flyers
11/21/2009
Dany Heatley scored three times, Joe Thornton recorded his 600th NHL assist, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Vancouver Canucks expected to get Daniel... Vancouver Canucks expected to get Daniel Sedin back on Sunday against Blackhawks
11/21/2009
Vancouver LW Daniel Sedin, the team's leading goal scorer the last three seasons, is expected to return Sunday against Chicago. He has been out for 18 games due to a broken foot. (1 h ago)

• Canucks blitz Anderson, Avs with four-go... Canucks blitz Anderson, Avs with four-goal third
11/21/2009
Christian Ehrhoff's second goal got Vancouver even in the third period, and Henrik Sedin then netted the go-ahead tally as the Canucks rallied to beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-2 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Rask tops Miller as Bergeron bests Sabre... Rask tops Miller as Bergeron bests Sabres in OT
11/21/2009
Patrice Bergeron scored with 47 seconds into overtime, lifting the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Los Angeles Kings forward Ryan Smyth to ... Los Angeles Kings forward Ryan Smyth to miss up to a month with injury
11/21/2009
The Kings have been dealt their first big dose of adversity, learning Wednesday that they will be without first-line winger Ryan Smyth for up to a month. (1 h ago)

• Swedish team agrees to join KHL next sea... Swedish team agrees to join KHL next season
11/21/2009
Russia's KHL, in its second year of operation, announced Thursday it has signed a letter of intent with AIK Stockholm that would see the Swedish club join its league next season. (1 h ago)

• Price blanks Ovechkin as Canadiens edge ... Price blanks Ovechkin as Canadiens edge Caps
11/21/2009
Travis Moen and Tomas Plekanec scored in a three-minute span early in the second period, Michael Cammalleri added a goal in the third, and the Montreal Canadiens withstood a furious comeback to beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• NHL suspends Dallas Stars' James Neal fo... NHL suspends Dallas Stars' James Neal for two games
11/21/2009
Dallas Stars forward James Neal was suspended two games by the NHL for his hit on Columbus' Derek Dorsett. (1 h ago)

• Report: Brooks Orpik to return to Pittsb... Report: Brooks Orpik to return to Pittsburgh Penguin on Saturday against Thrashers
11/21/2009
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik will return to the lineup Saturday against the Atlanta Thrashers, a report said Friday. (1 h ago)

• British Columbia's provincial health off... British Columbia's provincial health officer: Vancouver Canucks jumped line for H1N1 vaccine
11/20/2009
British Columbia's provincial health officer says Vancouver Canucks players jumped the line when they received swine flu vaccinations this week. (23 h ago)

• Dallas Stars place Fabian Brunnstrom on ... Dallas Stars place Fabian Brunnstrom on injured reserve
11/19/2009
Dallas' Fabian Brunnstrom was placed on injured reserve as his shoulder injury continues to heal. (1 d ago)

• Raffi Torres of Columbus Blue Jackets ac... Raffi Torres of Columbus Blue Jackets activated off injured reserve
11/19/2009
The Columbus Blue Jackets have activated forward Raffi Torres off injured reserve, and he is expected to play in the club's game on Thursday night in Dallas. (1 d ago)

• Sources: Chicago Blackhawks still workin... Sources: Chicago Blackhawks still working on extensions for Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane
11/18/2009
The Blackhawks continued to work on closing out long-term deals for a trio of star players Wednesday. (2 d ago)

• Pittsburgh Penguins lose Jay McKee; Serg... Pittsburgh Penguins lose Jay McKee; Sergei Gonchar, Max Talbot could return
11/18/2009
Defenseman Jay McKee has an infected finger that will keep him out two to four weeks. He was hurt late in Pittsburgh's 5-2 win over Anaheim on Monday and is the fifth of the team's top six defensemen to be sidelined since late October. (2 d ago)

• Washington Capitals left winger Quintin ... Washington Capitals left winger Quintin Laing out up to six weeks; left winger Alexander Semin questionable
11/18/2009
The Capitals expect left winger Quintin Laing to miss up to six weeks with a broken jaw, while left winger Alexander Semin is questionable with a right wrist injury. (2 d ago)

• Packers tight end Spencer Havner fined $... Packers tight end Spencer Havner fined $5K for late hit vs. Cowboys
11/21/2009
Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Cowboys. (1 h ago)

• New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush held o... New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush held out of 3rd straight practice
11/21/2009
New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush has been held out of practice for the third straight day, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay. (1 h ago)

• Baltimore Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwa... Baltimore Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwards plans appeal of roughness fine
11/21/2009
Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwards plans to appeal the $5,000 fine he received for a hit delivered to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs on Monday night. (1 h ago)

• New York Giants LB Antonio Pierce out in... New York Giants LB Antonio Pierce out indefinitely with neck injury
11/21/2009
Giants middle linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI revealed a bulging disk in his neck, according to the team's medical staff. (1 h ago)

• Death of New Orleans Saints QB Drew Bree... Death of New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees' mother ruled suicide
11/21/2009
The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide. (1 h ago)

• Steelers' Troy Polamalu (knee) won't pla... Steelers' Troy Polamalu (knee) won't play vs. Chiefs
11/21/2009
Steelers safety Troy Polamalu did not practice all week because of a left knee injury and will not play Sunday in Kansas City. He may miss the Nov. 29 game at Baltimore as well. (1 h ago)

• Seahawks likely without starting corner ... Seahawks likely without starting corner Josh Wilson vs. Vikes
11/21/2009
Josh Wilson is unlikely to play Sunday at Minnesota because of a concussion, leaving the Seahawks without a starting cornerback against Brett Favre and the high-flying Vikings. (1 h ago)

• Atlanta Falcons' Jerious Norwood practic... Atlanta Falcons' Jerious Norwood practices as Michael Turner is doubtful
11/21/2009
Falcons running back Jerious Norwood practiced Friday for the second straight day after missing Atlanta's last four games with a hip flexor. (1 h ago)

• NFLPA against Roger Goodell's idea of pl... NFLPA against Roger Goodell's idea of players reporting on teammates' concussions
11/20/2009
The NFL Players Association opposes commissioner Roger Goodell's call for players to tell their teams' medical staffs if they think a teammate shows symptoms of a concussion. (37 m ago)

• Washington Redskins running back Clinton... Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis visits concussion specialists
11/20/2009
Redskins running back Clinton Portis was at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center on Friday to have his concussion evaluated. (1 h ago)

• Kyle Orton of Denver Broncos a game-time... Kyle Orton of Denver Broncos a game-time call after missing practice
11/20/2009
Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton missed a third consecutive practice Friday with a sprained left ankle. (1 h ago)

• Buffalo Bills' Marcus Stroud ruled out v... Buffalo Bills' Marcus Stroud ruled out vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
11/20/2009
Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Marcus Stroud has been ruled out and linebacker Keith Ellison was placed on injured reserve Friday, leaving the NFL's worst run defense further depleted against Jacksonville this weekend. (1 h ago)

• Arizona Cardinals Darnell Dockett fined ... Arizona Cardinals Darnell Dockett fined $7,500 for Matt Hasselbeck hit
11/20/2009
The NFL has fined Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Darnell Dockett $7,500 for his elbow to the throat of Seattle quarterback Matt Hasselbeck. (1 h ago)

• Jets safety Jim Leonhard questionable, l... Jets safety Jim Leonhard questionable, linebacker Vernon Gholston out vs. New England Patriots
11/20/2009
Jets safety Jim Leonhard is questionable for the team's game at New England after being limited in practice with a broken right thumb. (2 h ago)

• Chicago Bears running back Garrett Wolfe... Chicago Bears running back Garrett Wolfe is out for the season with a lacerated kidney
11/20/2009
Chicago Bears running back Garrett Wolfe is out for the season with a lacerated kidney. (6 h ago)

• Carter's 26 lead Magic over struggling C... Carter's 26 lead Magic over struggling Celtics
11/21/2009
Vince Carter scored 26 points, Rashard Lewis had 16 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Boston Celtics 83-78 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Butler's 27 points help Clippers upend N... Butler's 27 points help Clippers upend Nuggets
11/21/2009
Reserve forward Rasual Butler scored 27 points, Al Thornton added 18 and the Los Angeles Clippers withstood an early scoring barrage from Carmelo Anthony to beat the Denver Nuggets 106-99 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Terry's 4th-quarter run fuels Mavericks'... Terry's 4th-quarter run fuels Mavericks' victory
11/21/2009
Jason Terry scored 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Dallas got 52 points from the bench and the Mavericks beat the Sacramento Kings 104-102 on Friday night for their fifth straight win. (1 h ago)

• Durant keys scoring spree as Thunder sto... Durant keys scoring spree as Thunder stop Wiz
11/21/2009
Kevin Durant scored 35 points, Russell Westbrook added 26 and the Oklahoma City Thunder had their highest-scoring output of the season in a 127-108 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Smith soars to rescue as Hawks win 7th s... Smith soars to rescue as Hawks win 7th straight
11/21/2009
Josh Smith soared through the lane to drop in a missed shot with 0.7 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Hawks won their seventh in a row, beating the Houston Rockets 105-103 Friday night to maintain the NBA's best record. (1 h ago)

• Bosh, Bargnani combine to end Raptors' s... Bosh, Bargnani combine to end Raptors' skid
11/21/2009
Chris Bosh had 29 points and 12 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 24 points and 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 120-113 on Friday night to snap a three-game losing streak. (1 h ago)

• LeBron posts 40 points to rally Cavs pas... LeBron posts 40 points to rally Cavs past Pacers
11/21/2009
LeBron James scored a season-high 40 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied to beat the Indiana Pacers 105-95 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Gay ties season high in Grizzlies' win v... Gay ties season high in Grizzlies' win vs. 76ers
11/21/2009
Rudy Gay tied his season high with 33 points, including a clutch jumper with 19 seconds remaining, and the Memphis Grizzlies registered their first road win of the season with a 102-97 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. (1 h ago)

• Houston Rockets tell Tracy McGrady his r... Houston Rockets tell Tracy McGrady his return will have to wait
11/21/2009
Tracy McGrady says he is ready to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait. (1 h ago)

• New Jersey Nets guard Devin Harris (groi... New Jersey Nets guard Devin Harris (groin) expected to play Saturday
11/21/2009
Devin Harris is expected to play Saturday, a sorely needed boost for the winless New Jersey Nets. (1 h ago)

• Michael Jordan thankful, but says others... Michael Jordan thankful, but says others just as worthy of jersey retirement
11/21/2009
If the NBA were to retire Michael Jordan's No. 23 league-wide, the newly inducted Hall of Famer says there are several more players just as worthy of the distinction. (1 h ago)

• New York Knicks won't pursue free-agent ... New York Knicks won't pursue free-agent guard Allen Iverson, president Donnie Walsh says
11/21/2009
The New York Knicks have decided not to pursue Allen Iverson, a decision that was reached late Thursday night. (1 h ago)

• Jayson Williams' hearing delayed by judg... Jayson Williams' hearing delayed by judge over travel issues
11/20/2009
Former NBA star Jayson Williams won't enter plea Friday in the 2002 killing of his limo driver, and a judge has delayed the hearing indefinitely. (4 h ago)

• Shawn Marion to miss Friday's game for D... Shawn Marion to miss Friday's game for Dallas Mavericks
11/20/2009
Mavericks forward Shawn Marion (ankle) will miss Friday's game against Sacramento. (4 h ago)

• Death of Brees' mother ruled a suicide Death of Brees' mother ruled a suicide
11/21/2009
The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide. (1 h ago)

• PFT: Holmgren would ‘love to talk’ to th... PFT: Holmgren would ‘love to talk’ to the Browns
11/21/2009
Former Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren says ‘I'd love to talk with Cleveland someday.’ (1 h ago)

• PFT: Raiders seem just fine with Russell... PFT: Raiders seem just fine with Russell’s benching
11/21/2009
Bruce Gradkowski has reportedly brought a new energy to Raiders practices, and his teammates appreciate it. (1 h ago)

• Orton misses 3rd practice with ankle inj... Orton misses 3rd practice with ankle injury
11/20/2009
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) -Kyle Orton missed a third consecutive practice Friday because of a sprained left ankle and has only an outside chance of playing Sunday when the Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers meet with first place in the AFC West on the line. (3 h ago)

• Video: Video: Saints ‘trying to give bac... Video: Video: Saints ‘trying to give back,’ Brees says
11/20/2009
Nov. 20: New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees talks football – as well as the team’s impact on the city’s recovery effort – with msnbc’s Willie Geist and Mike Barnicle. (Other) (9 h ago)

• Pompei: Nothing's normal for NFL coaches... Pompei: Nothing's normal for NFL coaches — ‘it's all ball’
11/20/2009
Pompei: As the game became more complex and the stakes became higher, the 100-hour work week became the norm for today's NFL coaches. And they can blame Jon Gruden for setting the standard. (22 h ago)

• Video: Fantasy Fix: Time to give up on C... Video: Fantasy Fix: Time to give up on Cutler?
11/19/2009
Fantasy Fix: Gregg Rosenthal says stick with Jay Cutler as your starter because he's still going to put up big numbers. (NBC Sports) (1 d ago)

• Colts, Saints not about to lose now Colts, Saints not about to lose now
11/19/2009
Each week, ProFootballTalk.com’s Mike Florio and Gregg Rosenthal break down and pick the winners of each NFL game. Check out their selections for the Week 11 games. (1 d ago)

• Video: PFTV: Can the Saints go 16-0 this... Video: PFTV: Can the Saints go 16-0 this season?
11/18/2009
PFTV: Mike Florio looks at whether the Saints can go unbeaten. (NBC Sports) (2 d ago)

• Video: PFTV: Bengals still must prove th... Video: PFTV: Bengals still must prove they are for real
11/18/2009
PFTV: Mike Florio looks at this year's Bengals and explains how they must be dominant in the next few weeks. (NBC Sports) (2 d ago)

• UCLA suspends Dragovic after felony char... UCLA suspends Dragovic after felony charge
11/21/2009
Second time in less than a year forward has been in trouble with the law. (1 h ago)

• No. 5 Villanova defeats No. 18 Dayton No. 5 Villanova defeats No. 18 Dayton
11/21/2009
Corey Fisher scored 18 points to lead Wildcasts past Flyers 71-65 on Friday in the second round of the Puerto Rico Tip-Off. (1 h ago)

• Syracuse stuns No. 6 North Carolina Syracuse stuns No. 6 North Carolina
11/21/2009
Orange use 22-1 run to start second half to crush defending champions 87-71. (1 h ago)

• No caffeine needed by Memphis' energetic... No caffeine needed by Memphis' energetic Pastner
11/21/2009
Josh Pastner has "Gratefulness'' posted above his office door. He gets his kicks coaching, doesn't need any additives to enjoy life. (1 h ago)

• No. 2 Michigan St. rolls past Toledo No. 2 Michigan St. rolls past Toledo
11/21/2009
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) -Draymond Green had 15 points to lead a balanced attack, and No. 2 Michigan State kept up its home court mastery with a 75-62 win over Toledo on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• 0-3 Boston U. rallies to beat Indiana 0-3 Boston U. rallies to beat Indiana
11/21/2009
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -John Holland scored 21 points, Jake O'Brien had 14 points and 13 rebounds, and Boston University rallied to beat Indiana 71-67 on Friday night in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off. (1 h ago)

• Calipari, Wildcats looking to shore up d... Calipari, Wildcats looking to shore up defense
11/20/2009
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -After watching Sam Houston State's Corey Allmond put on the best 3-point shooting performance in the history of Rupp Arena, Kentucky coach John Calipari figured it was time to appeal to a higher power. (3 m ago)

• High-scoring Grant gets hall of fame nod High-scoring Grant gets hall of fame nod
11/20/2009
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -College basketball's greatest scorer shot his way out of poverty with a tennis ball and a 5-gallon bucket tacked to his house. (4 h ago)

• Davis: It’s early, but scramble underway... Davis: It’s early, but scramble underway for big Dance
11/20/2009
Davis: College basketball coaches face some of their toughest decisions during the offseason as they put together the final drafts of schedules they hope will help their team reach the NCAA Tournament. The emphasis in that sentence definitely is on the word hope. (4 h ago)

• Heatley hits for hat trick as Sharks dou... Heatley hits for hat trick as Sharks double up Flyers
11/21/2009
Dany Heatley scored three times, Joe Thornton recorded his 600th NHL assist, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3 on Friday. (1 h ago)

• Canucks tally five unanswered to beat Av... Canucks tally five unanswered to beat Avalanche
11/21/2009
Christian Ehrhoff's second goal got Vancouver even in the third period, and Henrik Sedin then netted the go-ahead tally as the Canucks rallied to beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-2 on Friday. (1 h ago)

• Nolan scores twice, struggling Wild edge... Nolan scores twice, struggling Wild edge Islanders
11/21/2009
Owen Nolan's goal with 67 seconds remaining, his second of the game, sent the struggling Minnesota Wild to a 3-2 victory over the New York Islanders on Friday. (1 h ago)

• Bergeron's overtime goal gives Bruins wi... Bergeron's overtime goal gives Bruins win vs. Sabres
11/21/2009
Patrice Bergeron scored 47 seconds into overtime, lifting the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday. (1 h ago)

• McCabe lifts Panthers over Red Wings wit... McCabe lifts Panthers over Red Wings with goal in OT
11/21/2009
Bryan McCabe's goal 40 seconds into overtime gave the Florida Panthers a 2-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Friday. (1 h ago)

• Canadiens hold off Capitals in comeback ... Canadiens hold off Capitals in comeback attempt
11/21/2009
Travis Moen and Tomas Plekanec scored in a three-minute span early in the second period, Michael Cammalleri added a goal in the third, and the Montreal Canadiens withstood a furious comeback to beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 on Friday. (1 h ago)

• Thrills, spills mark season's quarter po... Thrills, spills mark season's quarter pole
11/20/2009
Stars haven't been immune to the injury bug. Bad news, right? Wes Goldstein says that despite some bumps and bruises, the season has been thrilling through the first quarter. (8 m ago)

• Stars' Neal suspended two games for boar... Stars' Neal suspended two games for boarding major
11/20/2009
The NHL suspended Dallas Stars forward James Neal two games Friday for a boarding infraction that injured the Columbus Blue Jackets' Derek Dorsett. (3 h ago)

• Canucks accused of jumping line for H1N1... Canucks accused of jumping line for H1N1 vaccine
11/20/2009
British Columbia's provincial health officer says Vancouver Canucks players jumped the line when they received swine flu vaccinations this week. (23 h ago)

• Patient approach finally paying off for ... Patient approach finally paying off for long-suffering Kings
11/19/2009
Los Angeles is an NHL contender, and Wes Goldstein knows why: After years of quick fixes, the Kings have committed to building through the draft -- and the kids are getting it. (1 d ago)

• Scott Niedermayer's friendly g... Scott Niedermayer's friendly gesture prompts fight
11/21/2009
Fans throw punches after the Ducks defenseman tries to give his hockey stick to a young girl. The Ducks know how to fight on the ice. And by Friday it was apparent some Ducks fans can fight too. (1 h ago)

• Not to stick a (Space) needle ... Not to stick a (Space) needle in MLS' balloon, but is it sound?
11/21/2009
First-year success in Seattle, site of Sunday's MLS Cup between the Galaxy and Real Salt Lake, is encouraging for Commissioner Don Garber and his league. But beneath surface there are troubling signs. The MLS Cup logo gleams from up high, freshly painted atop the Space Needle, along with the logos of the Galaxy and Real Salt Lake. (1 h ago)

• Stanley Havili ready to move f... Stanley Havili ready to move forward
11/21/2009
The Trojans fullback didn't want to talk after the 55-21 loss at Stanford last weekend. He foresees a strong finish to the season for USC and himself. USC fullback Stanley Havili moved a chair into his dressing stall and sat with his back to teammates and reporters after last week's embarrassing loss to Stanford at the Coliseum. (1 h ago)

• Bruins want to experience the ... Bruins want to experience the joy of six
11/21/2009
Rick Neuheisel's team is 5-5 and needs one win in its last two games, including Saturday's against Arizona State, to be bowl eligible. Doing so would eradicate a significant 'barrier,' the coach says. UCLA Coach Rick Neuheisel calls it a "barrier." Former UCLA coach Karl Dorrell would call it just another season. (1 h ago)

• USC in the Sugar Bowl? Not suc... USC in the Sugar Bowl? Not such a sweet possibility
11/21/2009
The Times' college football writer gives the answers to readers' questions. The Times' college football writer takes time out (he gets two per half) each Friday during the season to answer questions. (1 h ago)

• Bruins could be in position to... Bruins could be in position to consider the (bowl) possibilities
11/21/2009
A victory over Arizona State on Saturday would take UCLA to 6-5 heading into the season finale against USC, potentially opening up postseason vistas for the Bruins. Bowled over? (1 h ago)

• Ralph Lawler and Michael Smith... Ralph Lawler and Michael Smith suspended for comments
11/21/2009
Clippers announcers were pulled from Friday night's broadcast after on-air exchange about Memphis' Hamed Haddadi. Ralph Lawler hadn't missed a Clippers broadcast in 25 years. Not for a cold or flu or even a kidney stone attack. He's been at the microphone for every dreary Clippers loss and the occasional uplifting victory. (1 h ago)

• Victories coming at a high pri... Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss
11/21/2009
The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes. The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes. (1 h ago)

• Things get better for Bruins o... Things get better for Bruins on court, worse off it
11/21/2009
UCLA overcomes slow start to beat Cal State Bakersfield, 75-64, for its first win of the season, but starting forward Nikola Dragovic is suspended after being charged with felony assault. UCLA overcomes slow start to beat Cal State Bakersfield, 75-64, for its first win of the season, but starting forward Nikola Dragovic is suspended after being charged with felony assault. (1 h ago)

• Clippers come up big against N... Clippers come up big against Nuggets
11/21/2009
Butler scores 27 points in a reserve role and helps hold off Denver late with a key three-point shot. Butler scores 27 points in a reserve role and helps hold off Denver late with a key three-point shot. (1 h ago)

• A twin win for Harvicks in Trucks Series... A twin win for Harvicks in Trucks Series finale
11/21/2009
Kevin and Delana Harvick were an extremely happy couple Friday night. (1 h ago)

• RPM driver Kahne will look elsewhere aft... RPM driver Kahne will look elsewhere after 2010
11/20/2009
Kasey Kahne might be maxed out at RPM. (1 h ago)

• Johnson takes pole at Homestead Johnson takes pole at Homestead
11/20/2009
Jimmie Johnson's run for his fourth straight Cup title starts from the pole. (2 h ago)

• Far from track, suspended Mayfield holds... Far from track, suspended Mayfield holds auction
11/20/2009
Jeremy Mayfield sat in the back of his large barn Friday morning about 800 miles from where NASCAR's season-ending weekend was kicking off. Several hundred people surrounded him, listening intently as a fast-speaking auctioneer sold dozens of items. (3 h ago)

• Johnson signs extension with Hendrick th... Johnson signs extension with Hendrick through 2015
11/20/2009
Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship, signed a contract extension Friday to drive for Hendrick Motorsports through the 2015 season. (6 h ago)

• Gordon wants to keep driving for Hendric... Gordon wants to keep driving for Hendrick
11/20/2009
Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick expects Jeff Gordon to drive at least "three or four" more seasons and the four-time Cup champion says he has no immediate plans to retire. (6 h ago)

• For Hendrick, a 1-2-3 finish might make ... For Hendrick, a 1-2-3 finish might make history
11/19/2009
There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night. (1 d ago)

• Johnson looks to cap title run with race... Johnson looks to cap title run with race win
11/18/2009
Rotoworld: With the way Jimmie Johnson has been racing, it's entirely possible he'll end up celebrating his Cup championship from Victory Lane in Florida. His toughest race competition, however, will come from the Roush-Fenway cars. (2 d ago)

• Opinion: Martin faces daunting task in f... Opinion: Martin faces daunting task in final race
11/18/2009
Sporting News: In order to overtake Jimmie Johnson in the standings, Mark Martin needs his teammate to finish worse than 25th this weekend. It's not impossible, but Johnson has finished worse than 25th in only 16 percent of his career starts. (2 d ago)

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• Earnhardt Jr. 'still relevant' to Nation... Earnhardt Jr. 'still relevant' to National Enquirer
11/21/2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr comments on his well-publicised rant from earlier in the NASCAR season (1 h ago)

• Johnson off to fast start with finale po... Johnson off to fast start with finale pole
11/21/2009
Jimmie Johnson takes pole for the Sprint Cup season finale at Homestead (1 h ago)

• Who's on track post-Phoenix Who's on track post-Phoenix
11/18/2009
Breaking down the top 12 after Phoenix. (2 d ago)

• Egyptian fans riot against Algeria Egyptian fans riot against Algeria
11/20/2009
Egyptian soccer fans burned Algerian flags and rioted outside the Algerian Embassy in Cairo, smashing cars and shop windows, in an escalating row between the two countries over a bitter World Cup rivalry. (3 m ago)

• Beckham has bone bruise but expects to p... Beckham has bone bruise but expects to play
11/20/2009
Los Angeles midfielder David Beckham says he'll need an injection in his right ankle to reduce pain and allow him to play in Sunday night's MLS Cup final against Real Salt Lake. (1 h ago)

• FIFA suspends Iraq for political meddlin... FIFA suspends Iraq for political meddling
11/20/2009
ZURICH (AP) -FIFA suspended Iraq from world football on Friday because of political interference in the national federation. (1 h ago)

• Police: 17 arrests in soccer match-fixin... Police: 17 arrests in soccer match-fixing probe
11/20/2009
FRANKFURT (AP) -German prosecutors investigating match-fixing in soccer say 15 people in Germany and two in Switzerland have been arrested and about 200 games in Europe are under suspicion. (7 h ago)

• Spain regains 1st place from Brazil in r... Spain regains 1st place from Brazil in rankings
11/20/2009
ZURICH (AP) -Spain regained first place from Brazil in FIFA's monthly world rankings Friday. (9 h ago)

• Donovan wins MLS MVP award for first tim... Donovan wins MLS MVP award for first time
11/19/2009
SEATTLE (AP) -Los Angeles forward Landon Donovan was named the Major League Soccer most valuable player on Thursday after helping to lead the Galaxy to the final for the first time since 2005. (1 d ago)

• Nationals top pick Strasburg won't need ... Nationals top pick Strasburg won't need surgery
11/21/2009
The Nationals say No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a dislocation in his left knee joint and should be fine for spring training. (1 h ago)

• Pricey gift: MLB offers Series film set ... Pricey gift: MLB offers Series film set for $2,229
11/21/2009
Major League Baseball has the perfect gift to bust a budget in a recession. (1 h ago)

• Grabow gets $7.5 million, 2-year deal fr... Grabow gets $7.5 million, 2-year deal from Cubs
11/20/2009
CHICAGO (AP) -Pitcher John Grabow became the first of the 171 free agents to reach agreement on a new deal, getting a $7.5 million, two-year contract Friday from the Chicago Cubs. (4 h ago)

• Red Sox should take measured approach Red Sox should take measured approach
11/20/2009
DeMarco: Despite being back to looking up at the World Series-champion New York Yankees, there's no need for the Boston Red Sox to panic and enter into a spending-spree battle during the offseason. That would be a mistake. (22 h ago)

• Lincecum wins second consecutive Cy Youn... Lincecum wins second consecutive Cy Young
11/19/2009
Giants ace Tim Lincecum won the NL Cy Young Award on Thursday for the second consecutive season to become the first repeat winner since Randy Johnson, emerging from one of the tightest votes in the history of the honor. (1 d ago)

• Complete list of free agents Complete list of free agents
11/19/2009
NEW YORK (AP) -The 171 players who filed for free agency: (1 d ago)

• Heatley’s hat trick leads Sharks past Fl... Heatley’s hat trick leads Sharks past Flyers
11/21/2009
Thornton also records 600th assist as San Jose improves to 7-0-2 at home. (1 h ago)

• Canucks rally in third period to beat Av... Canucks rally in third period to beat Avalanche
11/21/2009
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -Christian Ehrhoff's second goal got Vancouver even in the third period, and Henrik Sedin then netted the go-ahead tally as the Canucks rallied to beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-2 on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Bruins beat Sabres on Bergeron's OT goal... Bruins beat Sabres on Bergeron's OT goal
11/21/2009
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -Patrice Bergeron scored with 47 seconds into overtime, lifting the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• McCabe's OT goal lifts Panthers over Win... McCabe's OT goal lifts Panthers over Wings
11/21/2009
DETROIT (AP) -Bryan McCabe's goal 40 seconds into overtime gave the Florida Panthers a 2-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night. (1 h ago)

• Canadiens clip Caps, but both teams lose... Canadiens clip Caps, but both teams lose players
11/21/2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -The Montreal Canadiens were leading by a goal late in the game, ready to pull off a road upset of the Washington Capitals. (1 h ago)

• Opinion: Blues’ woes turn up heat on Mur... Opinion: Blues’ woes turn up heat on Murray
11/20/2009
Opinion: You can't fire the players, so you fire the coach. And John Davidson and his execs now face this decision: Do they fire coach Andy Murray or start moving players? (22 h ago)

• Points, Bettencourt lead at Pebble Beach Points, Bettencourt lead at Pebble Beach
11/21/2009
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) -D.A. Points shot a 2-under 70 at Del Monte, and Matt Bettencourt had a 71 in wind and rain at Spyglass Hill to share the second-round lead Friday in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational. (1 h ago)

• Idle Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship Idle Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship
11/21/2009
Sophie Gustafson moved within two shots of leader Lorena Ochoa at the LPGA Tour Championship on Friday before second-round play was suspended because of bad weather. (1 h ago)

• Peter Senior wins Champions Tour Q-schoo... Peter Senior wins Champions Tour Q-school
11/20/2009
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona (AP) -Australia's Peter Senior won the Champions Tour Qualifying Tournament by shooting a 5-under 66 for a three-stroke victory over Joe Ozaki, Steve Haskins and Ronnie Black on Friday. (45 m ago)

• Westwood shoots 69 for 2-shot lead in Du... Westwood shoots 69 for 2-shot lead in Dubai
11/20/2009
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -Lee Westwood shot a 3-under 69 Friday to take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the Dubai World Championship, increasing his chance of winning the European money title. (10 h ago)

• Wie withdraws from LPGA event with ankle... Wie withdraws from LPGA event with ankle injury
11/20/2009
Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle. (21 h ago)

• Sybase Classic off LPGA Tour schedule Sybase Classic off LPGA Tour schedule
11/20/2009
CLIFTON, N.J. (AP) -After failing to find a venue to replace Upper Montclair Country Club, the Sybase Classic has dropped off the LPGA Tour schedule for 2010. (23 h ago)

• Celtics need vintage KG to win East Celtics need vintage KG to win East
11/21/2009
The Magic apparently still have the Celtics' number. To change that, Boston needs KG to dominate again, Couper Moorhead says. Advertisement: MMO Currency MMO Street sells WoW Gold, Lord of the Rings Gold, Final Fantasy XI Gil and much much more at the lowest prices you will find! Visit MMO Street (1 h ago)

• Angels will pursue Bay, but not Holliday Angels will pursue Bay, but not Holliday
11/21/2009
Angels will pursue Bay, but not Holliday (1 h ago)

• Giants plan to avoid OFs Holliday and Ba... Giants plan to avoid OFs Holliday and Bay
11/20/2009
Giants plan to avoid OFs Holliday and Bay (33 m ago)

• A's plan to get younger, not load up on ... A's plan to get younger, not load up on veterans
11/20/2009
A's plan to get younger, not load up on veterans (33 m ago)

• Cubs could move Bradley in three-team de... Cubs could move Bradley in three-team deal
11/20/2009
Cubs could move Bradley in three-team deal (33 m ago)

• FA: 2010 schedule takes in American clas... FA: 2010 schedule takes in American classics.
11/20/2009
Atlantic Championship reveals twelve-date schedule for 2010 despite flagging numbers. (9 h ago)

• Power confirms 2010 ride. Power confirms 2010 ride.
11/20/2009
Will Power will drive #12 Verizon/Penske entry in all 2010 IndyCar Series rounds. (11 h ago)

• Federer drawn into same group as Del Pot... Federer drawn into same group as Del Potro
11/18/2009
Top-ranked Roger Federer was drawn Wednesday to play both U.S. Open champion Juan Martin del Potro and Andy Murray in the round-robin phase of the ATP World Tour Finals. (2 d ago)

• Exercises to Improve Balance For MMA Exercises to Improve Balance For MMA
11/19/2009
Most lower body exercises that you do in the gym are performed with two legs, such as squats and deadlifts. These exercises don't challenge your balance very much. I'm not even going to talk about leg extensions and leg curls on machines because you should not be doing these useless, harmful exercises. Especially avoid the leg extension machine since as a mixed-martial artist, you've probably already got some minor knee issues from grappling, so you want to av... Continued (1 d ago)

• Supercharge K-1 World Grand Prix 2009 Supercharge K-1 World Grand Prix 2009
11/19/2009
The K-1 Final 16 Champions have battled it out in Seoul Korea for their final places. The Final 8 have now chosen their paths in the ‘Draw’ continuing towards the K-1 World Grand Prix Crown 2009 where the countries Holland, France, Curacao, Russia, Morocco and Brazil are represented. Who will be the last man standing in the K-1 WGP Final 2009? I interviewed Jayson ‘Supercharge’ Vemoa (New Zealand) who is the Head Kickboxing Instruct... Continued (1 d ago)

• Seen that? - AOPA Online Gallery Seen that? - AOPA Online Gallery
11/20/2009
AOPA Online Gallery at The Aviation Weblog One of my favorite haunts on the internet is the AOPA online gallery. It contains hundreds of photos of all types of general aviation aircraft, professional quality photos too! I enjoy downloading several and using them ... (21 h ago)

• Seen that? - Speed Climbing: An intervie... Seen that? - Speed Climbing: An interview with four-time X Games silver medalist Chris Bloch
11/20/2009
Speed Climbing: An interview with four-time X Games silver medalist Chris Bloch at The Outdoor Weblog PART ONE Speed climbing is a different kind of sports activity. It combines many of the traditional aspects of rock climbing, but adds a competitive and "fast-twitch" ... (21 h ago)

• January Transfers Approach... January Transfers Approach...
11/18/2009
With the international break over and the Leagues ready to embark upon their run in to the January transfer window, the rumours continue to hot up. Atletico Madrid’s 21 year old Sergio Aguero could be heading to Chelsea now that their transfer ban has been overturned, a move that will see the Spanish side receive, what is currently believed to be, around £40 million, while AC Milan’s needlessly violent bulldog Gennaro Gattuso has apparently made mention of a move to England, specifically Manchester City. Aguero ... (2 d ago)

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