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Baylor's Griner becomes 7th woman to dunk (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Nov 2009 | 3:32 am Packers counting on backups for playoff push (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Nov 2009 | 3:31 am Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin dies at 85 (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Nov 2009 | 3:14 am Terry encouraged by Kakuta debutChelsea captain John Terry is encouraged by Gael Kakuta's rise through the ranks and hopeful he can establish himself as a first-team regular.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am Albert Pujols unanimous NL MVP pick (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Nov 2009 | 2:57 am Albert Pujols unanimous NL MVP pickAlbert Pujols matched Stan Musial and did him one better, too. Stan the Man never won any of his three MVP awards unanimously. Pujols received all 32 first-place votes in balloting...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 2:57 am Liverpool out of Champions League despite victory (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Nov 2009 | 2:12 am Brown still committed to Red DevilsWes Brown remains fully committed to Manchester United despite his constant injury problems regularly leaving him out of the first team.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Nov 2009 | 2:07 am Reds say Benitez will not be axedLiverpool chief executive Christian Purslow insists manager Rafael Benitez's position is safe, despite the club's Champions League exit.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:52 am No excuses for Gers exit - SmithRangers boss Walter Smith concedes that his side have been found wanting as they crash out of Europe.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:51 am Gibbs set for metatarsal surgeryArsenal defender Kieran Gibbs to have surgery on the metatarsal he broke during the 2-0 Champions League win over Standard Liege.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:44 am Liverpool wins but falls out of Champions LeagueLiverpool defeated Debrecen 1-0 in the Champions League but failed to qualify for the knockout stage.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:33 am Benitez 'under no threat' - PurslowLiverpool chief executive Christian Purslow insists Rafael Benitez's job "is under no threat" despite the Reds' Champions League exit.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:27 am Kobe carries Lakers to 100-90 win over Knicks (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:21 am Griner gets first dunk in Baylor's easy victoryBaylor freshman sensation Brittney Griner took a lob pass inside with no one around her, turned and became the seventh woman to dunk in a college game with her one-handed slam in the eighth-ranked Lady Bears' 104-45 victory over Jacksonville State.Source: ESPN.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:20 am World Week In Pictures, Nov. 25Click here for the sporting week in weird, wonderful and wacky images from clear across the globe!Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:10 am Report: Boston Red Sox aggressively chasing Roy HalladayThe Red Sox are reportedly pushing a trade for Roy Halladay.Source: ESPN.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:10 am USC-UCLA rivalry no longer channels the same electricityA nighttime start and a non-network telecast are clear indicators that Bruins-vs.-Trojans has lost some of its old cachet when compared to, say, Ohio State-Michigan or Alabama-Auburn. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Rick Neuheisel vs. USCThe UCLA coach has faced the Trojans six times as a player, assistant and head coach.Rick Neuheisel knows USC as an opponent as a player and coach. He was a quarterback for the Bruins in 1981-83 and also faced the Trojans as a coach at Washington before coming to coach at UCLA. A look at how he has fared:
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Kings coach gives Teddy Purcell his big chanceMurray says of placing winger on the top line with Kopitar and Williams: 'I need him to get going. I want to give him every opportunity to play well.'Winger Teddy Purcell hasn't scored a goal since Game 3 of a season that's 24 games old. He hasn't had an assist in his last eight games and was a healthy scratch twice in the Kings' last five games.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Patriots have a protection planNew England, the only team to finish a regular season 16-0, will try to keep New Orleans from getting any closer to that record and also keep a firm grip on first place in the AFC East. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Patriots have a protection planNew England, the only team to finish a regular season 16-0, will try to keep New Orleans from getting any closer to that record and also keep a firm grip on first place in the AFC East.The New England Patriots don't have the perfect defense, but in Week 12 they'll be defending perfect.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Ron Artest keeps things brief on talk showForward shows up in his underwear for appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.' Ron Artest took things to the edge -- if that's possible when...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am You'd think Shannon Brown would be a slam dunkFans and teammates are cheering for him to be part of the All-Star contest, but he hasn't received an invitation yet. Hey, is assistant coach Brian Shaw putting pressure on him? ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Kings coach gives Teddy Purcell his big chanceMurray says of placing winger on the top line with Kopitar and Williams: 'I need him to get going. I want to give him every opportunity to play well.' ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am USC-UCLA rivalry no longer channels the same electricityA nighttime start and a non-network telecast are clear indicators that Bruins-vs.-Trojans has lost some of its old cachet when compared to, say, Ohio State-Michigan or Alabama-Auburn.A nighttime start and a non-network telecast are clear indicators that Bruins-vs.-Trojans has lost some of its old cachet when compared to, say, Ohio State-Michigan or Alabama-Auburn.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Angels oust Steve Physioc and Rex HudlerVeteran broadcasters are out as the club and Fox Sports shake up announcing teams for next season. Steve Physioc...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Rick Neuheisel vs. USCThe UCLA coach has faced the Trojans six times as a player, assistant and head coach. Rick Neuheisel knows USC as an opponent as a player...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am UCLA's specialty division is a winnerBruins' kicking-game productivity has been off the charts, thanks mainly to placekicker Kai Forbath, punter Jeff Locke, snapper Christian Yount and holder Danny Rees.On Mondays this fall, four of UCLA's least imposing football players occasionally gathered on a golf course. "We're very strict on rules," said junior Danny Rees, the holder for UCLA's field goals and extra points. "There is no picking up the ball on the green. You putt everything out."
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Bad season is the capper for Mike D'Antoni's New York KnicksTeam is biding its time (and losing a lot) until summer, when it hopes to lure LeBron James and another free agent -- only its salary-cap room isn't as 'maximum' as it thought. At least coach still has a sense of humor.There is a time for the New York Knicks -- at least in theory -- but this isn't it.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am USC receiver Damian Williams is cleared to playHe gets from doubtful to probable for Saturday's game against UCLA at the Coliseum, doctors clearing the junior to play after he tests his injured right ankle in practice. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Donald Sterling is still tryingIn a conversation covering an array of topics, Clippers owner says that winning a title remains his top priorityIn a conversation covering an array of topics, Clippers owner says that winning a title remains his top priority
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Bad season is the capper for Mike D'Antoni's New York KnicksTeam is biding its time (and losing a lot) until summer, when it hopes to lure LeBron James and another free agent -- only its salary-cap room isn't as 'maximum' as it thought. At least coach still has...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Angels oust Steve Physioc and Rex HudlerVeteran broadcasters are out as the club and Fox Sports shake up announcing teams for next season.Steve Physioc and Rex Hudler won't be broadcasting Angels games anymore.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am Bruins are big on blocksSpecial teams could be key against USC. An edge that UCLA appears to have over USC is on special teams.Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 25 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am No. 3 Longhorns end Pitt's November win streakJ'Covan Brown scored 12 points, replacing guard Varez Ward who was injured in pregame warmups, and helped third-ranked Texas beat Pittsburgh 78-62 on Tuesday night in the championship game of the CBE Classic.Source: ESPN.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am Abe Pollin, Team Owner and Philanthropist, Dies at 85Mr. Pollin was the owner of the N.B.A.’s Washington Wizards, who built the sports arena that revitalized downtown Washington and was known for his wide-ranging philanthropy.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:33 am The Sun Is Shining on Norwegian Skier AgainTwo years after a serious crash almost derailed his career, World Cup champion Aksel Lund Svindal stands as the 2010 Olympics favorite in four skiing events.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am 3rd M.V.P. Puts Pujols in Select CompanyThe Cardinals’ slugging first baseman, Barry Bonds and Stan Musial, are the only players to win the award three times before turning 30.
Source: NYT > Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am Ellis, Warriors end Mavericks' 5-game win streakDALLAS(AP) Golden State was down to eight healthy players - and used only six. Warriors coach Don Nelson wasn't with the team as he recovers from pneumonia. Still, Monta Ellis and Stephen Curry wouldn't let injuries or sickness become an excuse.
Source: SI.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:25 am Turner's second triple-double sparks Ohio State
Source: SI.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:25 am Nets stumble to 0-14 with loss to 'Melo, NuggetsDENVER(AP) In a season already full of losses for New Jersey, this might have been a new low.
Source: SI.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:25 am No. 3 Texas edges Pitt
Source: SI.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:25 am Lakers' cruise gets a little choppyThey win fourth in a row, but it probably should have been easier.They win fourth in a row, but it probably should have been easier.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:18 am Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin dies at age 85Washington Wizards owner Abe Pollin has died at age 85Source: ESPN.com | 25 Nov 2009 | 12:06 am Giants Find Something Elemental Is MissingThe Giants’ potent combination at running back last season, called Earth, Wind and Fire, has been largely absent from the offense in 2009.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:58 pm Kobe carries Lakers to 100-90 win over KnicksLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Lakers dominated the New York Knicks for three quarters before squandering much of their lead and holding on for a 100-90 victory on Tuesday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:51 pm N.H.L. Roundup: Injured Senators Goalie Hurt Again on BenchOttawa Senators goaltender Pascal Leclaire will be sidelined with a broken cheekbone sustained while sitting on the bench during a 4-3 overtime win against Washington.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:48 pm NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the courtsThe Raptors didn't need a big game from Chris Bosh to beat the struggling Pacers. Another lacklustre effort by Indiana made it easy work. Chris Bosh had 16 points and 12 rebounds and...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:48 pm Champions League Roundup: Liverpool Gets a Victory, but Still Ends Up LosingLiverpool of England has won the Champions League five times, but this season the Reds did not make it past the group stage.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:47 pm Men’s College Roundup: Needing Time to Settle in, Syracuse Knocks Off CornellThe freshman guard Brandon Triche scored a season-high 21 points, Andy Rautins added 18, and No. 10 Syracuse beat its upstate rival Cornell, 88-73, on Tuesday night at the Carrier Dome.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:47 pm Schumer Faults Adidas for Overseas ProductionThe New York senator said he might ask N.B.A. Commissioner David Stern to intervene to try and keep production of much of the league’s official jerseys in the United States.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:46 pm N.B.A. Roundup: For Nets, Futility Expands to 0-14Carmelo Anthony scored 27 points, Nene added 17 and the Denver Nuggets dealt the visiting Nets their 14th consecutive loss to start the season with a 101-87 win Tuesday night.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:46 pm Contenders Are Circling, Even Before Fight Is SetSites in New York, Texas, Louisiana and Nevada have expressed interest in hosting a bout between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr., but first the fighters must sign on.
Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:45 pm Albert Pujols of St. Louis Cardinals is unanimous National League MVPAlbert Pujols is the unanimous winner of the National League MVP award, becoming the first player to repeat since Barry Bonds won four in a row from 2001-04.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:41 pm Cal St. Fullerton beats New Mexico St. 84-73 (AP)AP - Aaron Thompson tied his career high with 22 points, Jacques Streeter added 20 and Cal State Fullerton overcame a 25-3 deficit to beat New Mexico State 84-73 Tuesday night.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:28 pm Cal St. Fullerton beats New Mexico St. 84-73Aaron Thompson tied his career high with 22 points, Jacques Streeter added 20 and Cal State Fullerton overcame a 25-3 deficit to beat New Mexico State 84-73 Tuesday night. Gerard...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:28 pm Nuggets extend Nets NBA losing streak to 14 gamesThe New Jersey Nets slid closer to the NBA's record of 17 losses to start a season by dropping their 14th game in a row, falling to the Denver Nuggets 101-87. Carmelo Anthony scored 27...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:17 pm Pavlik to defend middleweight title against Espino (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:12 pm Kobe scores 34 in Lakers' 100-90 win over KnicksKobe Bryant scored 34 points, Pau Gasol added 11 points and 16 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers exploited a major size advantage in their fourth straight victory, 100-90 over the New...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:57 pm Brown, James lead No. 3 Texas past PittsburghJ'Covan Brown scored 12 points, replacing guard Varez Ward who was injured in pregame warmups, and helped third-ranked Texas beat Pittsburgh 78-62 on Tuesday night in the championship game...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:47 pm Toledo scores 15, Idaho tops Sacramento St. 75-61Idaho's Luiz Toledo scored 15 points en route to a 75-61 victory over Sacramento State on Tuesday. The Vandals (3-1) jumped ahead quickly as Steffan Johnson hit a pair of 3-pointers to...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:34 pm Charlotte holds off Hofstra 80-72Shamari Spears scored 26 points to lead Charlotte to an 80-72 victory over Hofstra on Tuesday night. Spears finished the first half with 17 points on 7-of-8 shooting. Overall, he was...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:29 pm Braswell hits 4 FTs to lift Yale over Elon 69-65Porter Braswell made four free throws and had a key steal in the final 13 seconds to lift Yale to a 69-65 victory over Elon on Tuesday night. The Bulldogs (2-4), who trailed 61-54 with...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:27 pm Federer feeling on top of the world (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:24 pm Sources: Memphis Tigers to hire Washington Redskins assistant coach Jerry GrayMemphis is expected to announce Washington Redskins secondary coach Jerry Gray as its new head coach, multiple people familiar with the process said Tuesday.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:11 pm Irish AD: Clausen was 'victim of a sucker punch'SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre Dame quarterback Jimmy Clausen was sporting a black eye behind the tinted visor he wore to practice Tuesday.
Source: SI.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:06 pm Nets fall to 0-14 with 101-87 loss to Nuggets (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Nov 2009 | 9:57 pm Federer rallies by Murray, locks up No. 1 rankingLONDON (AP) -- Roger Federer again bounced back after losing the first set, rallying to beat Andy Murray 3-6, 6-3, 6-1 Tuesday at the ATP World Tour Finals and ensuring he will have the year-end No. 1 ranking for the fifth time.
Source: SI.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 9:39 pm Chivas USA needs a makeover; Galaxy needs a goalThe local MLS teams enter the off-season requiring changes large and small. Chivas is without a coach and also seems to be lacking direction; the Galaxy must find motivation for another title run.The 2009 Major League Soccer season has been inked into the record books, the final entry written in the claret red, cobalt blue and real gold colors of new champion Real Salt Lake.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 24 Nov 2009 | 9:36 pm Kansas safety Darrell Stuckey says coach Mark Mangino has been an inspirationTwo players defended embattled Kansas coach Mark Mangino on Tuesday as an internal investigation into claims that he mistreated his team entered its second week.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 8:41 pm Ben Roethlisberger of Pittsburgh Steelers likely to play vs. Baltimore Ravens, says coach Mike TomlinPittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is expected to play this weekend against the Baltimore Ravens.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 8:37 pm Chad Knaus wants to stay with Jimmie Johnson at least another five yearsChad Knaus has committed to being Jimmie Johnson's crew chief at least through the 2015 season, team owner Rick Hendrick said on Tuesday.Source: ESPN.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 7:29 pm Dallas Cowboys' Terence Newman ready to fight Dave CampoNewman: We're all in a fight if you look at itSource: ESPN.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 7:23 pm Wizards owner Pollin diesWASHINGTON (AP) -- Abe Pollin, the Washington Wizards owner who brought an NBA championship to the nation's capital and later had the mettle to stand up to Michael Jordan, died Tuesday. He was 85.
Source: SI.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 7:12 pm Ted Keith: Pujols in a class by himselfFor the third time, Albert Pujols is the NL MVP. Try as we might to compare the Cardinals slugger to past greats, it's clear now that Pujols is in a class all by himself, writes Ted Keith.
Source: SI.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 7:06 pm Gibbs and Gallas blows for GunnersArsenal have been plunged back into a defensive injury crisis ahead of the visit of Chelsea after injuries to Kieran Gibbs and William Gallas.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Nov 2009 | 6:45 pm Hamlett out as Chicago Fire coachDenis Hamlett will not return to the Chicago Fire next year after leading them to the Eastern Conference finals.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Nov 2009 | 6:05 pm Barcelona beats Inter 2-0 in Champions LeagueSamuel Eto'o's return to Barcelona was a rough one as his Inter squad lost 2-0 in their Champions League battle.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Nov 2009 | 5:57 pm Arsenal advances with 2-0 win over Standard LiegeArsenal advanced to the knockout round of the Champions League on Tuesday after beating Standard Liege 2-0 with goals from Samir Nasri and Denilson in the first half. The victory means Arsenal has won Group H with one game to spare. Nasri broke the deadlock in a tense opening period after Standard defender Landry Mulemo slipped when trying to clear a long pass from Thomas Vermaelen. Nasri latched onto the ball and the France international fired past goalkeeper Sinan Bolat in the 35th minute.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 24 Nov 2009 | 5:43 pm Federer prevails against MurrayRoger Federer ensures he will end the year as world number one after beating Andy Murray 3-6 6-3 6-1 in the ATP World Tour Finals in London.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 3:59 pm Cardiff Blues 3-31 AustraliaAustralia end more than a century of pain against a Cardiff-based team, beating the hosts for the first time at the seventh attempt.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 2:21 pm Roddick says knee recovering 'ahead of schedule'After missing the ATP World Tour Finals because of a left knee injury, Andy Roddick is already looking forward to the start of the 2010 season.
 Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 2:06 pm Steelers say Big Ben will play despite concussionPITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has a concussion, but is expected to play at Baltimore as long as he continues to pass the daily tests given to players who have sustained the injury.
Source: SI.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 1:59 pm Nervy Del Potro defeats VerdascoJuan Martin del Potro beats Fernando Verdasco 6-4 3-6 7-6 to get his ATP World Tour Finals back on track.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 12:28 pm Richards resigns from 2018 boardEngland's 2018 World Cup bid suffers a setback with the surprise resignation of Premier League chairman Sir Dave Richards.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 12:09 pm Arenas' leadership leaves much to be desiredGilbert Arenas may be an All-Star, but is he in the same class as Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade? SI.com's experts discuss Agent Zero, the red-hot Hawks and more.
Source: SI.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 11:49 am Portsmouth part company with HartPortsmouth manager Paul Hart leaves the Premier League strugglers with immediate effect.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:47 am O'Gara out as Sexton faces BoksJonathan Sexton comes in for Ronan O'Gara as Ireland make six changes for Saturday's clash with South Africa.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:35 am Federer secures No. 1 ranking to end year with winRoger Federer came alive once again after losing the first set, rallying to beat Andy Murray 3-6, 6-3, 6-1 Tuesday at the ATP World Tour Finals and ensuring he will have the year-end No. 1 ranking for the fifth time.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 24 Nov 2009 | 10:09 am Briatore attempts to overturn banFormer Renault team boss Flavio Briatore requests a French court overturn his lifetime ban from motor racing.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Nov 2009 | 9:26 am
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