Pacers Fire Isiah Thomas In Surprise Coaching Change
Indianapolis Indiana Pacers fire Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas two months before the season amid a new plan by Larry Bird to install Rick Carlisle as head coach potential replacement. Carlisle previously coached Detroit and served as Bird’s assistant.
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Fennellys Team Falls to Serbia Montenegro in World University Games
The U S women’s basketball team led 35 29 at halftime but fell 74 61 to Serbia Montenegro in South Korea. Coach Bill Fennellys squad shot 27 percent first half and 33 percent for the game, being outscored 45 26 after intermission. Heather Schreiber scored 19 points to lead the Americans. Anne O Neil had five assists but no points.
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Federer and Clijsters advance at the U S Open
Roger Federer beat Jose Acasuso 5-7 6-3 6-3 2-0 ret after an early set loss to reach the second round. Kim Clijsters defeated Laura Granville 6-1 6-1 to reach the third round. Davenport also advances while others like Philippoussis Nalbandian Moya Novak and Mauresmo win.
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Drake uses 10 day crash course to test Davis system
Des Moines Iowa Drake players receive an early look at Tom Davis system in a 10 day crash course before official practice. The sessions focus on full court press fast breaks and conditioning as Davis shapes a tempo driven style for the upcoming season. Returning guard Lonnie Randolph praises the chemistry and energy of the group.
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Pappas Wins Decathlon Title at World Championships
Tom Pappas claimed the decathlon world title in Saint-Denis France with 8750 points. Roman Sebrle and Dmitry Karpov won silver and bronze as the U S team faced controversy over doping allegations involving Jerome Young and the 2000 Olympic relay gold. Kelli White and Terri Edwards advanced in the women's 100 meter event.
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