Pistons waive Josh Smith after two seasons with club
The Detroit Pistons, 5 23 and led by Stan Van Gundy, waived forward Josh Smith as the team seeks to develop younger players. Smith, 29, signed a 54 million four year deal before last season but posted low field goal percentages 42 percent in 2013 14 and 39 percent this season.
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Browns may start Connor Shaw as Manziel out with hamstring
Johnny Manziel’s rookie season appears over after hamstring injury. Coach Mike Pettine said several weeks needed for recovery and noted Brian Hoyer’s shoulder soreness. If Hoyer cannot play Sunday at Baltimore, undrafted rookie Connor Shaw would take most snaps while Browns seek another quarterback. Shaw, former Gamecock starter, signed by Browns in May and praised for competitiveness and readiness.
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Panthers secure December surge to reclaim NFC South
The Panthers, led by Ron Rivera, ride a 3-0 December to return to the NFC South summit. At 6-8-1 entering Week 17, they must beat Atlanta or tie to repeat as division champions after a stretch of turnover and younger-player focus. Rivera credits late-season work and stability as keys to success.
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Clemson Beats Oakland In Littlejohn Showing Strong Backcourt
Clemson redshirt sophomore Jaron Blossomgame tallied a career high 26 points to pace the Tigers to a 60-50 win over Oakland at Littlejohn Coliseum. Landry Nnoko added 17 points and seven rebounds as Clemson built an 18-5 lead and stayed ahead, fending off a late Oakland push led by Dante Williams and Kahlil Felder. Oakland, making its first-ever meeting with Clemson, drops to 4-9 and heads to Maryland Saturday. Clemson hosts Robert Morris on December 30.
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Hazel earns Dolphins roster spot and two year deal
Former North Augusta High and Coastal Carolina star Matt Hazel has been promoted from the Dolphins practice squad to the 53 man roster for the final two games and signed a two year contract. Hazel credits heavy practice room work and mentorship from Mike Wallace as key to his rise. He posted 87 preseason receiving yards and a touchdown, and plans to keep improving in a familiar system with the returning coaching staff.
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