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Chicago goes into Oakland and beats the team with the NBA's best record

Snowouts in NYC

The Knicks and Nets are snowed out in New York.

3-point contest

Steph vs. Klay for the crown? That would be cool.

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The superstars know that there aren't too many of these meetings left.

Australian Open

The third seed's Grand Slam run ends in the round of eight.

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The men's No. 2 seed is eliminated in the third round.

Papelbon on move?

The volatile closer may be headed to the NL Central.

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That's their story, and they're sticking to it.

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The women's second seed saves two match points against Alexandra Panova and wins in three sets.

Tennis

Little drama in Tuesday's early men's matches.

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Pac Man confirms he has signed for a May 2 mega-bout in Las Vegas. Of course, it's not that simple.

Anthony arrest

Anthony was picked up in the D.C. area Friday evening.

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Doc's kid knows he won't get any breaks from his old man.

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A milestone for King James.

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The Golden Bear laments not being able to compete on the course the way he once did.

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This time, the theme was good execution.

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Kobe Bryant knows he can't play 40 minutes a night anymore, but he believes he still can deliver whenever he's on the court.

Golf

The two-time major winner is 13 under through 36 holes.

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The Bulldogs came off the bus shooting on Thursday night. They pretty much had to, because the bus was late to the gym.

Tennis

Serena Williams and Caroline Wozniacki will not be friends while they're playing against each other.

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Don Garber says New York City FC wasn't trying to mislead people when it announced Frank Lampard had signed a two-year contract that was to begin on Aug. 1, 2014.

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The men's third seed is coming off a wrist injury and appendix surgery.

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Kids these days.

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The TCU coach didn't criticize the CFP committee when he accepted his Bear Bryant Coach of the Year award in Houston.

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The Lakers coach was serious about this, we think,

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The reigning Eastern Conference champs may be thinking big (man).

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LA general manager Farhan Zaidi says his team will "be players" for Moncada.

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LA general manager Farhan Zaidi says his team will "be players" for Moncada.

Tennis

The women's and men's No. 1 singles players receive the No. 1 seeds for the first major of the season.

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The Blue Devils' home winning streak ends at 41, in surprising fashion.

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Golden State has been winning with regularity in its first season after parting with Jackson.

Jackson returns

Golden State has been winning with regularity in its first season after parting with Jackson.

Carmelo's take

Tanking? What tanking? Carmelo Anthony isn't down with tanking.

Kessel's retort

The Leafs forward calls a reporter an "idiot" for asking him to respond to criticism by former coach Ron Wilson.

Kessel's retort

The Leafs forward calls a reporter an "idiot" for asking him to respond to criticism by former coach Ron Wilson.

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Allie Sherman's teams played for the NFL championship in 1961, 1962 and 1963.

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Allie Sherman's teams played for the NFL championship in 1961, 1962 and 1963.

World juniors

Canada's kids manned up Monday night, and now they're golden. They captured the country's first World Junior Championship since 2009.

World juniors

Canada's kids manned up Monday night, and now they're golden. They captured the country's first World Junior Championship since 2009.

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The Seahawks standout says the league thinks less of D-lineman than they do the game's offensive stars.

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The Seahawks standout says the league thinks less of D-lineman than they do the game's offensive stars.

Heinz mess

Track conditions in Pittsburgh figure to be sloppy Saturday.

Heinz mess

Track conditions in Pittsburgh figure to be sloppy Saturday.

Gerrard leaving

The club's longtime midfielder and captain wants to experience something different in football and in life.

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Yes, yes, it did, Coach.

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The Jets aren't scared of Seattle after two years of John Idzik.

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The Jets aren't scared of Seattle after two years of John Idzik.

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New York adds two bullpen pieces for a young starter who's still recovering from Tommy John surgery.

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New York adds two bullpen pieces for a young starter who's still recovering from Tommy John surgery.

Tight-lipped Russ

Want to know why the Thunder guard was tossed? He's not saying.

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The Georgia Tech coach earns the right to some peace and quiet after his team dismantles Mississippi State.

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Dzokhar Tsarnaev's legal team is appealing a decision by the judge in the trial to deny a change of venue, which in turn could delay the start of jury selection.

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Foligno deal

The gritty forward cashes in after becoming a scorer this season.

Foligno deal

The gritty forward cashes in after becoming a scorer this season.

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Eddie B. Rice was 77.

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Eddie B. Rice was 77.

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Marrone opted out of his contract.

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Marrone opted out of his contract.

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Darren Sanders was one of the figures in the Ray Rice case.

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Darren Sanders was one of the figures in the Ray Rice case.

Bjugstad deal

The cash-poor Panthers are making a sizable investment in their future.

Bjugstad deal

The cash-poor Panthers are making a sizable investment in their future.

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Seminoles student and superfan Payton Poulin makes a memorable "run" with the players' help.

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The 'Canes' left tackle is ready for the next level.

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The 'Canes' left tackle is ready for the next level.

Raiders' search

Mangenius, Part III?

Raiders' search

Mangenius, Part III?

Hogs wild

The 'Horns are down after a 31-7 beatdown in Houston.

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Tough crowd among the Crimson and Cream as Bob Stoops' squad lays an egg in a bowl game.

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The Seahawks running back meets with the media, again says little.

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The Seahawks running back meets with the media, again says little.

Tulo cagey

He says the club is keeping him "in the loop" about what's happening.

Tulo cagey

He says the club is keeping him "in the loop" about what's happening.

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The Bruins defenseman catches the Sabres forward flush.

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The Bruins defenseman catches the Sabres forward flush.

Kelly arrested

The nephew of the Hall of Fame quarterback is facing a laundry list of charges in Buffalo.

Hamels rumors

San Diego reportedly is talking with Philadelphia about the ace left-hander.

Hamels rumors

San Diego reportedly is talking with Philadelphia about the ace left-hander.

Wizards winning

Washington is 19-6 following a victory in Miami.

Umps' new deal

There are few details other than the new pact will run for five years.

Umps' new deal

There are few details other than the new pact will run for five years.

Swaggy tossed

Nick Young says he "lost his mind" when he elbowed the Thunder big man in the throat.

Lin wants in

Don't get it twisted: He understands how the game works.

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New York can't make a trade for the Rockies star, and it's staying away from the KBO slugger.

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New York can't make a trade for the Rockies star, and it's staying away from the KBO slugger.

No KD

Kevin Durant will have to watch his Thunder teammates take on Kobe's Lakers.

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Gordie Howe is making big strides in his recovery from a stroke, his family says.

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Gordie Howe is making big strides in his recovery from a stroke, his family says.

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Terrell had a chance to dethrone the Greatest.

Peavy back in SF

The right-hander enjoyed a career renaissance last season with San Francisco.

Peavy back in SF

The right-hander enjoyed a career renaissance last season with San Francisco.

Crosby's back

Sid the Kid is mumps-free and on the ice again.

Crosby's back

Sid the Kid is mumps-free and on the ice again.

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The Jets' second-year standout isn't afraid to think and talk big.

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The Jets' second-year standout isn't afraid to think and talk big.

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Alex Rodriguez's testimony in the federal drug trial of his cousin Yuri Sucart is now scheduled to take place during the season.

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Alex Rodriguez's testimony in the federal drug trial of his cousin Yuri Sucart is now scheduled to take place during the season.

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KD was not playing around in the first half; his night then took a bad turn.

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KD was on fire before his night took a bad turn.

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The right-hander has yet to throw a pitch for San Diego.

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The right-hander has yet to throw a pitch for San Diego.

Padres snag catcher

San Diego adds its third new catcher in about 24 hours.

Padres snag catcher

San Diego adds its third new catcher in about 24 hours.

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Kemp's medicals threw the deal into doubt earlier in the day.

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Kemp's medicals threw the deal into doubt earlier in the day.

Rays' stadium

It's still way too soon to start playing "O Canada," though.

Rays' stadium

It's still way too soon to start playing "O Canada," though.

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Boston accelerates its rebuild as it sends its largest asset to Dallas.

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Boston accelerates its rebuild as it sends its most valuable asset to Dallas.

Lauren Hill

The college freshman will serve as an honorary coach while working to raise money for research into the disease.

Dwight kicks mascot

The Rockets center mixes it up with

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The former Providence star's handle is still smooth.

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New York responds to the recent episode in Pittsburgh.

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New York responds to the recent episode in Pittsburgh.

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Memphis stands up to its fellow Western heavyweight.

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Did the Bears and Jay Cutler pull a fast one on the media after an ugly performance against the Saints?

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Did the Bears and Jay Cutler pull a fast one on the media after an ugly performance against the Saints?

Cubs sign Motte

Chicago is taking a chance with the former Cardinals closer.

Cubs sign Motte

Chicago is taking a chance with the former Cardinals closer.

Rios to Royals

KC brings in Alex Rios for a season.

Rios to Royals

KC brings in Alex Rios for a season.

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The Mamba squeezes a win out of his team against the reigning NBA champs.

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Smokescreen, or a real indication Paul Chryst isn't a shoe-in?

Ex-player now ambassador

The U.S. Senate approved his nomination Friday.

Ex-player now ambassador

The U.S. Senate approved his nomination Friday.

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Money wants Pac in the ring.

D-backs' plans

Arizona would seem an unlikely suitor for either free-agent right-hander.

D-backs' plans

Arizona would seem an unlikely suitor for either free-agent right-hander.

Woodson transfer

The sophomore forward is looking for a place where he can play more.

FSU loss

The junior guard will miss at least 23 games, beginning with Saturday's ACC opener at Notre Dame.

Golden Eagles bounce two

Coach Doc Sadler says neither departure is related to the NCAA's investigation of the program.

Miley trade

Arizona receives Rubby De La Rosa, Allen Webster and minor league infielder Raymel Flores.

Miley trade

Arizona receives Rubby De La Rosa, Allen Webster and minor league infielder Raymel Flores.

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A Texas representative says he might convene "a hearing or two." He also wants more teams in the playoff.

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UK reportedly loses part of its two-platoon group.

Cardinals sign Reynolds

He still has power, but is he really an answer against left-handers?

Cardinals sign Reynolds

He still has power, but is he really an answer against left-handers?

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Jonathan Toews gets a face full of board in Boston.

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Jonathan Toews gets a face full of board in Boston.

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Kyrie Irving grabbed at his left knee after landing awkwardly.

Irving hurt

Kyrie Irving grabbed at his left knee after landing awkwardly.

Irving hurt

Kyrie Irving grabbed at his left knee after landing awkwardly.

Irving hurt

Kyrie Irving grabbed at his left knee after landing awkwardly.

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No LeBron vs. KD: King James is sitting out the Cavaliers-Thunder game with a sore left knee.

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No LBJ vs. KD Thursday night.

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Golden State ignores the recent exchange between co-owner Joe Lacob and former coach Mark Jackson.

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The reigning AL MVP might move into what many people believe is a prime run-producing spot.

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The reigning AL MVP might move into what many people believe is a prime run-producing spot.

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The right-hander made himself some money by pitching well for the Yankees in the second half of last season.

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The deal is expected to make Babcock the highest-paid coach in the NHL.

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The deal is expected to make Babcock the highest-paid coach in the NHL.

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Bilzerian and another man were picked up after police in Las Vegas investigated an explosion in the desert.

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LA does it again at the winter meetings.

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LA does it again at the winter meetings.

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Josh Rutledge may have an opportunity to win the second-base job.

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Josh Rutledge may have an opportunity to win the second-base job.

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The right-hander made himself some money by pitching well for the Yankees in the second half of last season.

Gordon to Marlins

Dee Gordon is headed to his native Florida. Howie Kendrick is moving up the freeway.

Gordon to Marlins

Dee Gordon is headed to his native Florida. Howie Kendrick is moving up the freeway.

NHL relocation

The commissioner continues to play the game.

NHL relocation

The commissioner continues to play the game.

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The Wolverines will try to turn around their season this weekend in Tucson.

Lester to Cubs

The left-hander picks the North Siders over the Red Sox, who drafted and then traded him.

Lester to Cubs

The left-hander picks the North Siders over the Red Sox, who drafted and then traded him.

Clowney surgery

The No. 1 pick in 2014 is having a terrible start to his pro career.

Clowney surgery

The No. 1 pick in 2014 is having a terrible start to his pro career.

D-Rob to South Side

The ChiSox mean business this winter.

D-Rob to South Side

The ChiSox mean business this winter.

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The third and final year of his deal became guaranteed when the Bobcats made the playoffs last season.

Clifford's deal

The third and final year of his deal became guaranteed when the Bobcats made the playoffs last season, ESPN's Marc Stein reports.

Montero-Ethier rumors

Tony La Russa says Arizona's No. 1 catcher is available. In fact, it appears the Cubs might land him.

Montero-Ethier rumors

Tony La Russa says Arizona's No. 1 catcher is available. In fact, it appears the Cubs might land him.

D-backs sign Tomas

Arizona adds Yasmany Tomas to its lineup.

D-backs sign Tomas

Arizona adds Yasmany Tomas to its lineup.

Warriors streaking

Golden State breaks a mark that stood for 42 years.

Warriors streaking

Golden State breaks a mark that stood for 42 years.

Ethier trade talk

LA is serious about dealing an outfielder for a catcher.

Ethier trade talk

LA is serious about dealing an outfielder for a catcher.

Big Ten at MSG

Everyone wants to play at the World's Most Famous Arena. That includes the Big Ten.

Kemp trade talks

LA is at least entertaining the possibility of trading Kemp within its division.

Kemp trade talks

LA is at least entertaining the possibility of trading Kemp within its division.

Brodeur-Blues

Martin Brodeur gives up four against Nashville, but the guys in front of him were no help.

Brodeur-Blues

Martin Brodeur gives up four against Nashville, but the guys in front of him were no help.

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Schadenfreude, thy name is Dan Jenkins.

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He was supposed to revolutionize pitching with his notorious gyroball.

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He was supposed to revolutionize pitching with his notorious gyroball.

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Brandon Marshall appears to have suffered an injury to his ribs.

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Brandon Marshall appears to have suffered an injury to his ribs.

Moss rumors

Oakland reportedly is interested in second baseman Joe Wendle, who played at Double-A last season.

Moss rumors

Oakland reportedly is interested in second baseman Joe Wendle, who played at Double-A last season.

Kemp trade talks

LA is at least entertaining the possibility of trading Kemp within its division.

Kemp trade talks

LA is at least entertaining the possibility of trading Kemp within its division.

Winston's defense

The FSU quarterback provided a statement during his university code of conduct hearing.

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The former NFL quarterback pleaded guilty in Montana to drug and burglary charges.

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The former NFL quarterback pleaded guilty in Montana to drug and burglary charges.

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LA wants in on the left-hander, according to reports.

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LA wants in on the left-hander, according to reports.

Jays-M's trade

Toronto and Seattle try to fill needs with a straight-up swap.

Jays-M's trade

Toronto and Seattle try to fill needs with a straight-up swap.