US Women Rout Italians to Extend Pre Olympics Win Streak
United States women’s basketball team defeated Italy 86 to 46 in Indianapolis marking a 51-0 run against college and international teams this year. Lisa Leslie led with 24 points and Nikki McCray sparked a 39-2 second half surge as Team USA prepared to open Olympic play versus Cuba. Ruthie Bolton added 12 points while Sheryl Swoopes and McCray contributed on defense and offense.
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Lakers offer Shaquille ONeal seven year deal worth 95.5 million
The Los Angeles Lakers report a seven year contract offer valued at 95.5 million for Shaquille ONeal with a third season option to become a free agent. The deal aims to compensate for salary cap effects if he signs elsewhere after 1998 99. Agent Leonard Armato says teams have until Friday to respond as Payton moves toward a seven year 80 million deal with Seattle or Miami.
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