May 16 2012

Bodemeister leads Baffert to Preakness – ESPN

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Bodemeister leads Baffert to Preakness
ESPN
By Gary West | Special to ESPN.com BALTIMORE — Bob Baffert led Bodemeister around the shedrow, or maybe Bodemeister led Baffert — it was hard to say. Having just arrived Wednesday afternoon at Pimlico, the trainer quickly grabbed a shank and began
Bodemeister is 8-5 favorite in Preakness; Derby winner I'll Have Another gets Washington Post
Bodemeister installed as Preakness favoriteChicago Tribune
As Preakness nears, trainer Doug O'Neill is dogged by questionsLos Angeles Times
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Globe and Mail
Coyotes-Kings Preview
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) – The Los Angeles Kings have maintained their discipline and cool during a dominant playoff run that has them two wins away from the team's first Stanley Cup finals appearance since 1993 with Wayne Gretzky.
LA Kings return home 2 wins away from 1st Stanley Cup finals appearance since Washington Post
Kings bring dominant playoff run back homeSan Jose Mercury News
Coyotes forced to regroup after two home lossesNHL.com

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NBA.com
Pacers focused on Game 3 and keeping pressure on Heat
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INDIANAPOLIS — Dwyane Wade didn't like what he felt was some needless celebrating on the Miami Heat's court by the visitors Tuesday night, after the Indiana Pacers' 78-75 victory in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series at
Last-shot debate rages on for LeBron James, Miami HeatMiamiHerald.com
Bosh's absence leaves gap for Heat to fillChicago Tribune
Heat regroup, heading to take on confident PacersSan Francisco Chronicle

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May 16 2012

Laurie Fine May Sue ESPN – CBS Local

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Laurie Fine May Sue ESPN
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Assistant coach Bernie Fine of the Syracuse Orange looks on from the sidelines during their game. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) GENEVA, NY (AP) — The wife of fired Syracuse University assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine claimed Wednesday that
Ex-Syracuse hoops coach's wife: Life is ruinedCBS News
Laurie Fine To Sue ESPN For LibelESPN
Ex-Syracuse Hoops Coach's Wife Threatens to SueWETM-TV

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Globe and Mail
Carter's scoring good news for Kings
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By Pierre LeBrun | ESPN.com GLENDALE, Ariz. — Not that the Los Angeles Kings need more help, but Jeff Carter's Game 2 hat trick could be a sign of things to come for the former 46-goal scorer. Somewhat lost in the Kings' 10-1 postseason run was that
Coyotes' Doan, Hanzal May Miss Game 3KMGH Denver
LA Kings keep on rolling on the road, stop Phoenix, 4-0Grays Harbor Daily World
Kings halfway to sweep of CoyotesVancouver Sun
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Clemens Lawyer Challenges Witness's Account
Wall Street Journal
By EVAN PEREZ WASHINGTON—The government's star witness in the perjury trial of Roger Clemens struggled with his recollections Wednesday, offering shifting explanations under cross-examination about the former pitching great's alleged steroid use.
Roger Clemens' lawyers poke at Brian McNamee's veracityLos Angeles Times
Clemens accuser McNamee: "I didn't make it up"CBS News
Clemens's Lawyer Questions Trainer's Truthfulness and MemoryNew York Times

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May 16 2012

Ex-Syracuse coach’s wife Laurie Fine says ESPN ‘has destroyed my life’ – Chicago Sun-Times

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Ex-Syracuse coach's wife Laurie Fine says ESPN 'has destroyed my life'
Chicago Sun-Times
By JOHN KEKIS AP May 16, 2012 11:54AM GENEVA, NY — The wife of fired Syracuse University assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine claimed Wednesday that ESPN maliciously trampled her reputation by broadcasting salacious stories about her and about claims
Laurie Fine to sue ESPNESPN
Ex-Syracuse hoops coach's wife: Life is ruinedOregonLive.com

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Sydney Morning Herald
Increasingly outspoken Nadal must learn to pick battles; more mailbag
SI.com
Said Rafael Nadal of the blue clay at the Madrid Open: "This surface destabilizes the game. It is a completely different game and I don't want to take risks." Is it possible that the biggest complainer on the men's tour is also its toughest competitor
Aching Federer makes up for lost timeReuters
Rome Masters 2012: Roger Federer finds his groove as French Open looms on horizonTelegraph.co.uk
No. 2 Federer shows off form with easy win in RomeYahoo! Sports
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Oceanside police say Junior Seau's garage burglarized days after linebacker's
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OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Police say a thief burglarized the garage of Junior Seau's Oceanside, Calif., home days after the former NFL star's suicide. A burglar crawled through a doggy door into Seau's garage at about 2 pm on May 7.

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May 16 2012

Laurie Fine to sue ESPN – ESPN

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Laurie Fine to sue ESPN
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Laurie Fine, the wife of former Syracuse assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine, announced Wednesday in Geneva, NY, her intention to file a lawsuit in federal court against ESPN and two of its employees, saying she was libeled during the network's
Ex-Syracuse coach's wife Laurie Fine says ESPN 'has destroyed my life'Chicago Sun-Times
Ex-Syracuse hoops coach's wife: Life is ruinedThe Seattle Times

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NEWS.com.au
Aching Federer makes up for lost time
Reuters
By Simon Cambers | ROME (Reuters) – An aching Roger Federer made up for lost time on Wednesday as he saw off Carlos Berlocq of Argentina 6-3 6-4 to reach the third round of the Rome Masters. The Swiss only decided to play after his morning practice
Jon Wertheim: Outspoken Nadal must learn to pick his battles; more mailbagSI.com
No. 2 Federer shows off form with easy win in RomeYahoo! Sports
Roger Federer cruises at Italian OpenESPN
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Los Angeles Times
Vinny Del Negro back on the hot seat after Clippers' loss
Los Angeles Times
Clippers Coach Vinny Del Negro, no stranger to criticism this season, must steer his team back on track after loss to San Antonio in Game 1. Clippers Coach Vinny Del Negro, standing with Chris Paul and Eric Bledsoe, has been the subject of much
Spurs vs. Clippers: Texas-Sized BeatdownCrave Online
Spurs vs. Clippers Game 1San Antonio Express
The good defense, the bad defense and the 1-0 lead48 Minutes of Hell
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May 16 2012

LeBron James calls PF play ‘taxing’ – ESPN

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The Guardian
LeBron James calls PF play 'taxing'
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LeBron James is getting a first-hand look at just how hard it is for the Miami Heat to replace Chris Bosh. LeBron James and Dwyane Wade both missed late shots in last night's loss to the Pacers. Who's more to blame? Playing extended minutes at power
Pacers stun HeatBoston.com
NBA AM: Can The Pacers Really Beat The HEAT?HoopsWorld
Pacers win 78-75 as late chances doom Miami; Spurs beat Clippers easilyCBS News
SB Nation -CNN -San Francisco Chronicle
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Newsday
Eli Manning, Giants to Get Latest Super Bowl Rings
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Giants' quarterback Eli Manning says he's looking forward to getting his latest Super Bowl ring Wednesday. The Super Bowl champs are being presented with the ring Wednesday evening in Manhattan at Tiffany & Co. Manning, who won his first Super Bowl in
Eli Manning, Giants to get ringsESPN
New York Giants' Super Bowl Ring: Diamonds And Blue SapphiresHartford Courant
Giants' Super Bowl XLVI ring officially unveiledThe Star-Ledger – NJ.com

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ABC News
NBA Playoffs: Clippers Can Beat Spurs, But It Won't Be Easy
SB Nation
The Los Angeles Clippers were unceremoniously blown out by the San Antonio Spurs in the first game of their second round series in the NBA Playoffs on Tuesday night. Fortunately for the Clippers, though, the game didn't really get out of a hand until
Spurs' win streak hits 15 in 108-92 Game 1 victoryNorth County Times
Tim Duncan Turning Back the ClockSportige
Spurs Trim ClippersKERO-TV 23
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May 15 2012

Kobe Bryant: Charges carry big risk – ESPN

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CBC.ca
Kobe Bryant: Charges carry big risk
ESPN
By Dave McMenamin | ESPNLosAngeles.com OKLAHOMA CITY — The Los Angeles Lakers only forced four turnovers from the Oklahoma City Thunder in Monday's 119-90 loss in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. One way the Lakers could plan to get the
Lakers-Thunder PreviewCBSSports.com
Kobe Bryant sees injury risk as too great to draw charges, cites NBA's all Washington Post
Kobe: I don't take chargesSI.com
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Doctor: Bulls' Derrick Rose out 8-12 months after knee injury but could return
Washington Post
CHICAGO — The doctor who operated on Derrick Rose's knee insists the Chicago Bulls' star can dominate again. It will take time, though. Rose faces a recovery of eight months to a year. The assessment by team physician Dr. Brian Cole on Tuesday means
Derrick Rose recovery from eight months to a yearUSA TODAY
Doctor: Bulls' Derrick Rose out 8-12 monthsSI.com
Bulls GM says they'll pick up Thibodeau's optionCBSSports.com
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Boston.com
White Sox can't hold 6-0 lead as Tigers hit 3 homers during 8-run rally
Washington Post
CHICAGO — Jake Peavy took the blame. So did reliever Will Ohman. Even catcher AJ Pierzynski, who went 5 for 5, said he'd shoulder some of the responsibility for this tough loss. The Chicago White Sox took a six-run lead into the sixth inning Tuesday
Detroit Tigers 10, Chicago 8: Ryan Raburn drives in four; Jose Valverde hurts Detroit Free Press
Dunn set to play left field at NL ballparksMLB.com
Tigers defeat White Sox with 8-run sixth inningCBSSports.com

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May 15 2012

Kyrie Irving wins of rookie of year – ESPN

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Kyrie Irving wins of rookie of year
ESPN
AP PTI Big Finish Irving, who played beyond his years and above everyone's expectations including his own, was chosen the NBA's Rookie of the Year on Tuesday, winning an award he always believed was within reach. Kyrie Irving's stats made him an easy
Cavaliers' Irving names NBA's top rookieChicago Tribune
NBA@2: Irving a Deserving Rookie of the YearHoopsWorld
Kyrie Irving selected NBA's top rookieUSA TODAY
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USA TODAY
Coach Rick Carlisle re-signed for four years by Mavericks
USA TODAY
By J. Michael Falgoust, USA TODAY The Dallas Mavericks have reached a deal to keep coach Rick Carlisle, the club announced Tuesday. Rick Carlisle received a four-year deal Tuesday to remain Dallas Mavericks coach. Rick Carlisle received a four-year
Rick Carlisle signs four-year dealESPN
Rick Carlisle agrees to a new contract to remain coach of the Dallas MavericksWashington Post
Rick Carlisle, Dallas Mavericks agree to new four-year contractSportingNews.com
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USA TODAY
Second Roger Clemens juror sent home for sleeping in court
USA TODAY
By Seth Livingstone, USA TODAY WASHINGTON – For the second time, a juror has been sent home for nodding off at the Roger Clemens trial. Judge Reggie Walton excused a female juror he said was "obviously sleeping … for an extended period," during the
Clemens' trainer stashed medical waste, now evidenceReuters
Clemens' trainer: Kept drug waste to quiet wife's fearsChicago Tribune
Secret drug relationship outlined at Clemens trialChicago Daily Herald
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May 15 2012

Kyrie Irving wins of rookie of year – ESPN

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CBC.ca
Kyrie Irving wins of rookie of year
ESPN
AP INDEPENDENCE, Ohio — Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving is the NBA's Rookie of the Year, winning the award with the same ease as he dribbled past defenders this season. Irving received 117 of 120 possible first-place votes from a nationwide media panel
Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving named Kia Rookie of the YearNBA.com
Kyrie Irving selected NBA's top rookieSTLtoday.com
Kyrie Irving wins NBA's Rookie of the YearSportingNews.com

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CBC.ca
Banged-up Clippers visit rested Spurs for Game 1
Fox News
The storyline was going to be an easy one — redemption. The San Antonio Spurs, the top seed in the West for the second consecutive season, were going to get their chance at revenge against a Memphis team that unceremoniously knocked them out of the
Blake Griffin Says He'll Play In Game 1 Against SpursSI.com
NBA Playoff Schedule 2012: Heat Try To Go Up 2-0, Clippers And Spurs Prepare SB Nation
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Globe and Mail
Heat move on minus Bosh, host Pacers in Game 2
Fox News
A Game 1 win by the Miami Heat over Indiana in the Eastern Conference semifinals has morphed into concern over an abdominal injury to star big man Chris Bosh. Bosh, who scored 13 points before suffering the injury shortly before halftime of the Heat's
NBA AM: Can The Pacers Beat The HEAT?HoopsWorld
Bosh out indefinitely, so Heat and Pacers adjustHornell Evening Tribune
Heat face Pacers in Game 2 without BoshFS Florida
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May 15 2012

Lakers helped launch Thunder – ESPN

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Lakers helped launch Thunder
ESPN
By Dave McMenamin | ESPNLosAngeles.com OKLAHOMA CITY — The Los Angeles Lakers were outplayed, outhustled and outclassed by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, and the funny thing about it is, the Thunder would never be this good if it wasn't for the
Oklahoma City's youth, movement are too much for Lakers in Game 1Los Angeles Times
Chris Mannix: Westbrook, Thunder show how far they've come in rout of LakersSI.com
Thunder beat Lakers by 29 in Game 1Chicago Tribune
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USA TODAY
Lundqvist blanks Devils as Rangers take Game 1
Chicago Tribune
New York, NY — Henrik Lundqvist posted 21 saves for his second shutout of the playoffs and the New York Rangers took a 3-0 win over the New Jersey Devils in Game 1 of these Eastern Conference Finals. Artem Anisimov, Chris Kreider and Dan Girardi each
Kreider makes mark in Rangers winESPN
Game 1: Lundqvist, Rangers blank DevilsCNN
Column: 'If we're tired, something's the matter'Fox News
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Los Angeles Dodgers – TeamReport
Chicago Tribune
MLB Team Report – Los Angeles Dodgers – INSIDE PITCH Dee Gordon has had a rough start to the 2012 season, but the Dodgers don't have plans to move him down in the lineup, or to the bench, anytime soon. Gordon had an 0-for-14 slump through Sunday and is
Kennedy loses 3rd straight start for 1st time since 2010; D-backs lose to Washington Post
Dodgers put Kemp on DL after streak endsReuters
Kennedy exchanges brushback pitches with KershawThe Seattle Times
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May 14 2012

Evan Turner’s late layup helps 76ers drop Celtics, tie series – ESPN

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CBS News
Evan Turner's late layup helps 76ers drop Celtics, tie series
ESPN
Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo (9) dumps off the ball as he is pressured by Philadelphia 76ers small… Celtics score 11 points in the third quarter, their lowest-scoring quarter in a playoff game since the Pacers held them to 10 points in the
Sixers withstand late rally, tie series up with CelticsCBSSports.com
76ers learn from mistakes and win game twoReuters

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Los Angeles Times
In closing, Clippers can look to Chris Paul
Los Angeles Times
The guard is fearless with the game on the line, a valuable trait as LA takes on the tough San Antonio Spurs. 'When you have Chris Paul, you have a chance,' a network analyst says. Clippers guard Chris Paul battles Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley for
Clippers face uphill battle against Spurs' depth, experienceNBA.com
Golden's Nuggets: Spurs got a break or two; Lakers should beware of DurantAustin American-Statesman
My Second Round Predictions for the 2012 NBA Western Conference Playoffs: A Yahoo! Sports
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Globe and Mail
NBA deals with playoff trauma as stars fall
USA TODAY
By Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY Miami Heat power forward Chris Bosh is out indefinitely after being injured late in the second quarter of the Game 1. Miami Heat power forward Chris Bosh is out indefinitely after being injured late in the second quarter of
Bosh Out for Game 2 Against Pacers, and Maybe the SeriesNew York Times
Adversity will test the Miami Heat with Chris Bosh's absenceMiamiHerald.com
Bosh out indefinitely, so Heat and Pacers adjustNews Sentinel
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May 14 2012

MLB fires arbitrator Shyam Das – ESPN

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Globe and Mail
MLB fires arbitrator Shyam Das
ESPN
AP NEW YORK — Major League Baseball management has fired Shyam Das, the arbitrator who overturned Ryan Braun's drug suspension in February. MLB informed Das and the players' association of its decision last week. Das had been baseball's permanent
MLB fires longtime arbitrator Shyam DasUSA TODAY
MLB fires arbitrator in Braun caseCNN
Baseball Fires Das, Arbitrator Who Overturned Braun SuspensionBloomberg
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New York Times
Thunder Vs. Lakers: Game Schedule, TV Time, Series Preview
SB Nation
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been watching and waiting. The Los Angeles Lakers have been battling and hoping. OKC fans will find out tonight if that week of down time has been good for their home team as the second round series between the franchises
Kendrick Perkins a game-time decision for Game 1 vs. LakersNewsOK.com
Tonight in the NBA: Thunder host LakersComcast SportsNet Philadelphia
Lakers OK with playoff scheduleESPN
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USA TODAY
Florida State president responds to questions about Big 12
USA TODAY
By Tallahassee Democrat staff Florida State University President Eric Barron sent an email reply earlier Monday to the many emails and calls he has received regarding the possibility of FSU leaving the ACC for the Big 12 Conference.
Florida State president on ACC/Big 12 move: Decision will be 'reasoned and SportingNews.com
Coaches discussing playoff models at ACC meetingsOrlando Sentinel
Florida State president weighs Big 12 pros/consTucson Citizen
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May 14 2012

Lakers OK with playoff schedule – ESPN

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Globe and Mail
Lakers OK with playoff schedule
ESPN
By Dave McMenamin | ESPNLosAngeles.com There wasn't much time to celebrate with just one day off between Game 7 against the Nuggets on Saturday and Game 1 against the Thunder on Monday. Rather than use Sunday for rest, or practice, they Lakers had a
Analysis: Who has the edge, Thunder or Lakers?USA TODAY
Don't expect Peace accord in Lakers/Oklahoma City seriesSan Gabriel Valley Tribune
The Lakers are ready to go … they thinkLos Angeles Times (blog)
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Bosh out Indefinitely, So Heat and Pacers Adjust
ABC News
Chris Bosh will be out indefinitely, so the Miami Heat have to adjust. So do the Indiana Pacers. An MRI on Monday confirmed Bosh strained a lower abdominal muscle in Miami's Game 1 victory. The diagnosis is clear, but the prognosis is not,
Chris Bosh's injury casts doubt on Miami Heat's championship aspirationsSportingNews.com
Miami Heat's Chris Bosh: 'The season has to be extended for me to play again'MiamiHerald.com
With Chris Bosh out, Heat will adjustChicago Sun-Times
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BBC Sport
City eyes domination as United reflects on failure
Fox News
LONDON (AP) – (Eds: Updates with quotes, details. With AP Photos.) By ROB HARRIS AP Sports Writer It took goal difference to determine the destination of the Premier League trophy, but ending a 44-year championship drought has cemented Manchester
Blue half of Manchester celebrates after 44-year wait for title gloryCNN
Kaldoon: Farewell to "typical City"ESPN
Premier League delivered on many levelsFOXSports.com
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May 14 2012

Can the Heat survive Chris Bosh’s injury? – ESPN

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AFP
Can the Heat survive Chris Bosh's injury?
ESPN
Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh has been sidelined indefinitely with an abdominal strain as his team prepares for Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Pacers. Is the loss of Bosh an immediate concern? Has LeBron James' road to
Heat's Chris Bosh out indefinitely with abdominal strainUSA TODAY
How loss of Chris Bosh affects HeatCNN
Chris Bosh out indefinitely after MRIFOXSports.com
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Hunter Steps Down as Capitals' Coach
New York Times
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Dale Hunter is finished as coach of the Washington Capitals after less than one full season, telling the team he wants to return to his family in Canada. “It was the right thing to do,” Hunter said. He told General Manager George
Dale Hunter steps down as Capitals coachUSA TODAY
Dale Hunter quits as coach of Washington CapitalsFox News
Hunter steps down as head coach of CapitalsReuters
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USA TODAY
Analysis: Decided edge to Thunder over Lakers
USA TODAY
By J. Michael Falgoust, USA TODAY Just two years ago, the Los Angeles Lakers were on their way to their second NBA championship in a row, but not before the upstart Oklahoma City Thunder pushed them to six games in a first-round series.
Lakers have uphill battle vs. ThunderESPN
Lakers Vs. Thunder: World Peace At War, Kevin Durant, And The Big PictureSB Nation
Grown-up Thunder ready for playoff rematch with LakersNBA.com
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May 13 2012

Clippers oust Grizzlies, win just their 3rd playoff series in 41 years – ESPN

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CBC.ca
Clippers oust Grizzlies, win just their 3rd playoff series in 41 years
ESPN
MEMPHIS, TN – MAY 13: Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies arrives at the arena for Game Seven of the Western… The Grizzlies had their worst postseason shooting performance (32.5 pct) in franchise history during Game 7. It was their second-worst
Clippers' gritty Game 7 vs. Grizz propels them to second roundSI.com
Paul pushes Clippers past Grizzlies in Game 7Fox News
Clips avoid Game 7 letdown to advanceFOXSports.com
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USA TODAY
Manchester City's win plays out in social media
USA TODAY
By Mike Foss, USA TODAY With just under five minutes remaining, down 2-1 to Queens Park Rangers, Manchester City appeared destined to concede the English Premier League title to cross-town rival Manchester United again. Dave Thompson, AP Manchester
Manchester City Wins First English Title in 44 YearsFox News
Premier League champions: Manchester City's player ratings for the seasonTelegraph.co.uk
Man City win Premier League title: Players and managers reactionBBC Sport
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Report: Kyrie Irving will win Rookie of the Year award
USA TODAY
By J. Michael Falgoust, USA TODAY Kyrie Irving will be named NBA's Rookie of the Year on Monday, according to an ESPN.com report. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 draft, Irving averaged 18.5 points, 5.4 assists and 3.7 rebounds.
Sources: Kyrie Irving is top rookieESPN
Cleveland Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving to be named NBA's Rookie of the YearPlain Dealer
Kyrie Irving reportedly wins Rookie of the Year; no one's surprisedSportingNews.com
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May 13 2012

Manchester City Wins Dramatic Title – ESPN

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The Hindu
Manchester City Wins Dramatic Title
ESPN
The wildest Premier League season ever just had to have Sunday's ending, didn't it? In what has to be the most dramatic finale in British soccer history — if not in one of the big three leagues in Europe — strikes from Edin Dzeko and Sergio Aguero in
United surrenders title despite win at SunderlandFox News
'It wasn't our turn today' – Ferguson congratulates City as 'noisy neighbours Goal.com
Man City captures Premier League titleFOXSports.com
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USA TODAY
Lakers, Led by Metta World Peace and Pau Gasol, Defeat Nuggets
Fox News
Led by Metta World Peace and Pau Gasol, the Los Angeles Lakers outlasted Denver for a thrilling 96-87 victory Saturday night to win their first-round series. Pau Gasol was consumed by determination, holding off Kenneth Faried with one arm and
Denver Nuggets take solace in taking the Los Angeles Lakers to the brinkWashington Post
Nuggets feeling good about futureSan Francisco Chronicle
Steve Blake 'feels great,' and so do Lakers fansLos Angeles Times
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Upstart Pacers head to Miami for Game 1 of East semifinals against Heat
Washington Post
MIAMI — A few minutes before the Miami-Indiana series begins Sunday afternoon, NBA Commissioner David Stern will hit the court to present Heat forward LeBron James with the league's MVP award for a third time. If the scene goes as Dwyane Wade expects,
Basketball: James joins basketball greatsNew Zealand Herald
LeBron wins third MVP; Durant second in votingCBSSports.com
Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade willing to cede spotlight to new MVP LeBron JamesMiamiHerald.com
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May 13 2012

Elated Mancini hails crazy finish – ESPN

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ESPN
Elated Mancini hails crazy finish
ESPN
By ESPNsoccernet staff Roberto Mancini called it a "crazy season" after a last-gasp goal from Sergio Aguero handed Manchester City their first title in 44 years in the most dramatic climax to a Premier League season. As the game entered stoppage time
City wins English title for 1st time in 44 yearsFox News
City wins English title for first time in 44 yearsSI.com
Man United win not enough at SunderlandFOXSports.com
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Los Angeles Times
Andrew Bynum steps up his play in Game 7
Los Angeles Times
After being publicly criticized for inconsistency by Magic Johnson, the Lakers center posted 17 points and 18 rebounds to help LA secure a final victory over Denver to win the series. By Mark Medina The criticism came from all angles, and Andrew Bynum
Lakers still dangerous with right support for Kobe BryantSportingNews.com
Kobe Bryant, Metta World Peace Realize That Oklahoma City Will Be 'Intense SB Nation
Kobe Bryant: Helps Lakers AdvanceRotowire
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TSN
Del Piero on target as Juve finish unbeaten
Chicago Tribune
MILAN (Reuters) – Alessandro Del Piero, almost certainly playing his last home game for Juventus at the age of 37, celebrated with a goal as the Serie A champions beat Atalanta 3-1 on Sunday to finish their campaign unbeaten. Juventus became the second
Del Piero scores as Juve celebrate titleSI.com
Juventus completes unbeaten seasonFox News
Alessandro del Piero on target as Serie A champions Juventus end the season Daily Mail
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May 13 2012

1. Working For Tips, Gasol Is Money In Game 7 – ESPN

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The Associated Press
1. Working For Tips, Gasol Is Money In Game 7
ESPN
By JA Adande LOS ANGELES — True, it shouldn't take such dire circumstances to produce these type of games from Pau Gasol. Then again, it shouldn't take such an outstanding performance to remind everyone of his value. It's nights like Saturday's Game 7
Lee Jenkins: Gasol toughens up to power Lakers over pesky Nuggets in Game 7SI.com
UPDATE 1-NBA-Lakers oust Nuggets, Celtics hold off 76ersChicago Tribune
Steve Blake, not Gasol or World Peace, is hero for LakersUSA TODAY
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Caps eliminated with 2-1 Game 7 loss to Rangers
Boston.com
NEW YORK—Although the Washington Capitals were officially eliminated from the playoffs by the New York Rangers in a Game 7 squeaker, the upstart club out of the No. 7 seed knows it let this series get away in what it thought was the final seconds of
It's time for Lundqvist vs. BrodeurESPN
Game 7: Rangers win Game 7, 2-1, to eliminate Caps from playoffsWashington Post (blog)
NHL playoffs: Rangers 2, Capitals 1: Nail-biter Game 7 goes to RangersArizona Daily Star
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Celtics Notebook: Celtics hope to slow down Sixers
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AP Photo/Elise Amendola Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) drives by Philadelphia 76ers guard Lou Williams (23) during the first quarter of Game 1 in the NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series last night. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Celtics insist they won't overlook 76ersHoopsWorld
Garnett, Pierce, Rondo key Celtics' comebackWorcester Telegram
Rondo shows style and substanceESPN
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May 13 2012

Third-round preview: Rangers-Devils – ESPN

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CBS News
Third-round preview: Rangers-Devils
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By Scott Burnside | ESPN.com ESPN.com's Scott Burnside and ESPNNewYork's Katie Strang look ahead to the Eastern Conference Finals between the Devils and Rangers. And so it comes down to a clash between two long-time neighbors to see which Eastern
Rangers edge Caps, will face DevilsPhiladelphia Inquirer
NY Rangers Carl Hagelin has huge impact on Blueshirts reaching Eastern New York Daily News
Lundqvist kicks aside CapsDenver Post
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Breaking down the Sixers-Celtics series
Philadelphia Daily News
By Bob Cooney Now that the 76ers have washed their hands of their first-round opponent, the top-seeded Chicago Bulls, it's time to get ready for another mud bath, as the team faces the Boston Celtics in the second round. Fifth-seeded Boston advanced by
Rajon Rondo puts 'em to sleepBoston Herald
Rondo shows style and substanceESPN
Rajon Rondo's triple-double rescues Boston CelticsDenver Post
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Toronto Star
GOLF ROUNDUP – Na wiggles his way into TPC lead
San Francisco Chronicle
Kevin Na didn't feel comfortable about anything Saturday except his name atop the leaderboard at the Players Championship. Na rolled in a 15-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole for one of only three rounds without a bogey on a tough day at the TPC
Slow it goes, Na in Players leadNew York Daily News
15-foot putt gives Kevin Na one-shot lead at Players ChampionshipDetroit Free Press
Kevin Na takes lead at Players ChampionshipShreveport Times
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May 12 2012

LeBron Wins 3rd MVP – ESPN

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USA TODAY
LeBron Wins 3rd MVP
ESPN
MIAMI — LeBron James spent two days trying to figure out the right words. An assistant jotted some ideas on notecards, which were ignored. So when the moment came to deliver his MVP acceptance speech, James spoke emotionally about family, charity,
Miami Heat's LeBron James in rare company with third MVP award, but Palm Beach Post
LeBron gets MVP but really wants a ringSun-Sentinel
LeBron James wins third MVP, first for Miami HeatMiamiHerald.com
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USA TODAY (blog)
Live blog: Game 7 Washington Capitals at New York Rangers
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By Michael McCarthy, USA TODAY 8:04: Rangers coach John Tortorella was his usual forthcoming self with NBC's Pierre McGuire during TV interview on the bench. When McGuire asked what his team worked on during the off-day to help the power play,
Rangers Vs. Capitals: Scoring First Doesn't Mean Much In This SeriesSB Nation
Capitals-Rangers PreviewWashington Post
'It just feels different': Caps, Rangers talk Game 7SportingNews.com
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ABC News
Rickie Fowler continues run at TPC
ESPN
By Bob Harig | ESPN.com PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — If he follows form — and why wouldn't he? — Rickie Fowler will be decked from head to toe in burnt orange Sunday, an ode to his Oklahoma State college days and often a source of derision.
Kevin Na leads by one at Players ChampionshipUSA TODAY
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Na in front at The Players ChampionshipFox News
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May 12 2012

LeBron James wins third MVP award – ESPN

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Globe and Mail
LeBron James wins third MVP award
ESPN
AP MIAMI — Calling the honor "overwhelming" but pointing to a "bigger goal," LeBron James on Saturday became the eighth player in NBA history to win the MVP award three times. James accepted the trophy and will get to show it off to Miami Heat fans
Durant 2nd again to LeBron in MVP raceFox News
LeBron James humbly accepts third MVP trophyChicago Tribune
LeBron James On MVPs: 'I'd Give All Three Back' To Win NBA ChampionshipSI.com
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Sportsnet.ca
Bryce Harper in Nationals lineup
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AP Bryce Harper frustrated Friday night, going 0-for-5, responds by swinging bat in tunnel with the barrel bouncing back to hit him in the left eye. Tags: Bryce Harper CINCINNATI — Right fielder Bryce Harper was in the Washington Nationals' lineup
RF Bryce Harper in Nationals lineup despite needing 10 stitches to self Washington Post
Angry Harper hit in face by own bat, out two daysUSA TODAY
Bryce Harper in Nationals lineup with swollen faceYahoo! Sports
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CBC.ca
Angels beat Texas 4-2 in Wilson's 2nd start in row
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ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Kendrys Morales had a pinch-hit, tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the seventh inning to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 4-2 victory over the Texas Rangers on Saturday. CJ Wilson worked into the sixth for the Angels after becoming
CJ Wilson, Mark Trumbo lead Angels to 4-2 win over RangersLos Angeles Times
Angels top Rangers in Wilson's second start in rowAlbany Times Union

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May 12 2012

LeBron James wins third MVP award – ESPN

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Toronto Star
LeBron James wins third MVP award
ESPN
AP In James' first season of organized basketball, he was the best player on an undefeated team, but everyone on the roster got an MVP trophy from coach Frank Walker Sr. "Right then and there, I knew that this is what I wanted to do," James said Friday
James becomes eighth player to win three MVPsSI.com
Source: LeBron wins third MVPCNN
LeBron James wins 2012 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player AwardNBA.com
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USA TODAY
Grizzlies Force Games 7 Against Clippers
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LOS ANGELES – Marc Gasol and his Memphis Grizzlies were able to hold off the Los Angeles Clippers to force a decisive Game 7 match-up. If the Clippers win the franchise can savor a landmark series victory. If they lose the Clippers will face the same
Marc Gasol on fire; Clippers get burnedLos Angeles Times
Single Game Tickets for Game 7 are sold outGrizzlies.com
Grizzlies rout hobbled Clips to force Game 7Gant Daily
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USA TODAY
2012 Players Championship Leaderboard: Tiger Woods One Under Par Through His
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Tiger Woods currently sits at one-under par and tied for 45th on the Players Championship leaderboard in round three through his first nine holes played on the day. Woods started the day at two-under par thus far in the tournament and has made par on
The Players Championship 2012 Leaderboard: Tiger and Phil Are Moving In SB Nation Kansas City
Tiger turning things around at PlayersESPN
2012 Players Championship Leaderboard: Tiger Woods Sits At 2-Under, Phil SB Nation Dallas
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May 12 2012

Nuggets-Lakers Preview – ESPN

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USA TODAY
Nuggets-Lakers Preview
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AccuScore has powered more than 10000 simulations for every NBA game for ESPN.com, each simulated one play at a time and minimum of 10000 times. For more, visit AccuScore. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although George Karl has spent nearly a quarter-century on
Lakers and Nuggets square off in Game 7Fox News
Tell us: Are Lakers or Clippers better equipped to advance?USA TODAY
Lakers look to get motivated with Game 7 loomingBoston Herald
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Toronto Star
Rangers host Capitals in Game 7 of East semis
Fox News
After splitting the first six games of this Eastern Conference semifinal series, the New York Rangers and Washington Capitals will meet tonight for a decisive Game 7 at Madison Square Garden. The top-seeded Rangers hope home-ice advantage will allow
Ovechkin, Caps embarking on new Game 7 history?CBC.ca
Ryan Callahan: Rangers' captain: Coach needn't say anythingRotoworld.com
'Pretty exciting' Game 7 awaits Rangers, CapitalsUSA TODAY
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Globe and Mail
Seau's 55 to be retired by Chargers
Chicago Tribune
The Sports Xchange Seau's 55 to be retired by Chargers Junior Seau's No. 55 jersey will be retired by the Charger during a halftime ceremony of their regular-season home opener against Tennessee on Sept. 16. Seau was buried on Friday, and thousands of
Chargers Will Retire Junior Seau's No. 55SB Nation
Junior Seau buried in hometownAtlanta Journal Constitution
Chargers to retire Junior Seau's No. 55ESPN (blog)
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May 12 2012

Grizzlies fight off elimination in LA – ESPN

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CBC.ca
Grizzlies fight off elimination in LA
ESPN
By Justin Verrier | ESPN.com LOS ANGELES — As Mike Conley caught the inbound pass with 3.7 seconds left, his eyes grew wide when he looked up and saw what was in front of him. It wasn't one of the Clippers' many hulking brutes that had knocked him and
Lee Jenkins: Grizzlies on brink of historic comeback as Clippers squander SI.com
ClippersÂ' playoff series takes a bearish turn with Game 6 lossLos Angeles Times
After Clippers let one slip, Paul faces toughest challenge yetCBSSports.com
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AFP
LeBron James chosen as NBA MVP
San Francisco Chronicle
MIAMI — Heat forward LeBron James is the NBA's Most Valuable Player for the third time. A person familiar with the decision revealed that James will be announced as MVP on Saturday and formally presented with the trophy Sunday in Miami before Game 1
Heat's LeBron James will be named MVPLos Angeles Times
Source: LeBron James wins MVPESPN
Source: James wins his 3rd NBA MVP awardMidland Daily News
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USA TODAY
Roundup: Josh Hamilton powers Rangers past Angels
USA TODAY
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) – Josh Hamilton hit two more home runs, Yu Darvish struck out seven and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 10-3 in a rain-interrupted game Friday night when CJ Wilson faced only five batters against his former team.
Hamilton is HobbsESPN
Angels' Wilson getting quick 2nd chance at TexasFox News
How bad is it for Angels? Rain delay was one of the positivesSportingNews.com

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May 11 2012

Marc Gasol, Grizzlies rally in fourth, force deciding Game 7 – ESPN

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CBC.ca
Marc Gasol, Grizzlies rally in fourth, force deciding Game 7
ESPN
LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 11: Zach Randolph #50 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball in front of DeAndre Jordan… Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Marc Gasol scored 23 points, Zach Randolph had 18 points and 16 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzles
Grizzlies beat Clippers 90-88 to force 7th gameCBS News
Grizzlies claw back the Clippers to tie series at 3-3Reuters

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Los Angeles Times
Source: James is NBA's MVP
Fort Worth Star Telegram
Miami Heat forward LeBron James is the NBA's MVP for a third time, putting him alongside some of the game's all-time greats. A person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press that James will be announced today as this year's winner of the
Source: LeBron James wins MVPESPN
AP Source: James Wins 3rd NBA MVP AwardABC News
NBA Notes: Source says LeBron James will be MVPAustin American-Statesman

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Nuggets take LA to the edge of a nightmare
Los Angeles Times
The minutes tick down to a decisive Game 7 in a series that was supposed to be the Lakers' warmup for bigger things. Who knew Denver would present such a test? Lakers teammates Pau Gasol, left, and Andrew Bynum walk off the court following the Lakers'
The fakers on the Lakers: everyone but KobeSan Francisco Chronicle
Grizzlies Win and Go Home for Game 7New York Times
Metta World Peace rejoins LakersESPN
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May 11 2012

Source: LeBron James wins MVP – ESPN

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Globe and Mail
Source: LeBron James wins MVP
ESPN
MIAMI — Heat forward LeBron James is the NBA's MVP for a third time, putting him alongside some of the game's all-time greats. The Pacers aren't afraid of the Heat, but are they providing the Heat with extra motivation for their playoff series?
NBA Notes: LeBron wins third MVP awardComcast SportsNet Philadelphia
Source: Miami Heat's LeBron James to win NBA's MVP awardMiamiHerald.com
Miami Heat's LeBron James to win his third NBA MVP trophyUSA TODAY
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New York Times
Clippers vs. Grizzlies: Game 6 live coverage
Los Angeles Times
Eric Bledsoe and Kenyon Martin combine for 10 points during a second-quarter rally that cuts the Clippers' deficit to 42-38 at halftime. Clippers power forward Blake Griffin attempts a jump shot over Grizzlies center Marc Gasol in the first half of
NBA Playoffs 2012, Grizzlies Vs. Clippers Halftime Score: Memphis Holds Slim SB Nation
Chris Paul, Blake Griffin startESPN
Griffin, Paul in for Game 6FS West
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New York Daily News
Ibanez's Homer Assures That Montero's Blast Doesn't Haunt Yankees
New York Times
The Yankees entered last off-season with Jesus Montero as the expected designated hitter in 2012. General Manager Brian Cashman rerouted the plans in January when he traded Montero to the Seattle Mariners. That left the Yankees searching for designated
Raul Ibanez's 3-run homer off Felix Hernandez leads Yankees over Mariners 6-2Washington Post
Ibanez's homer lifts Kuroda, Yanks to 6-2 victoryNew York Daily News
Raul Inbanez does in Seattle with three-run homerThe Seattle Times
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