Carter misses opt in Heat deal and hits free agency
Miami Heat forward Anthony Carter did not invoke an opt in by July 1 leaving him a free agent and likely earning about one sixth of his $4.1 million would have. Agent Bill Duffy blamed a mishandling by staff but seeks an honorable solution. Ralph Sampson received two years probation and $1000 fine for child support arrears in Richmond. Woolf Associates closes after downturn and Top Flite sale. Chris Webber perjury trial bars key testimony in Detroit. Joe Crawford de-commits to Michigan choosing to re-evaluate options.
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Armstrong Seeks Fifth Tour Title Lead With Team Time Trial
Armstrong's U S Postal Service team aims to gain time in the 43 mile team time trial from Joinville to Saint Dizier as he eyes a fifth consecutive Tour de France title. After a 69th place stage, he sits 12th overall, 19 seconds behind leader Jean Patrick Nazon.
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Top NCAA seeding plan pairs No 1 seeds in finals only
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports a proposed NCAA system to place the four No 1 seeds on opposite bracket sides, ensuring top teams could meet only in the national championship. The committee also voted to drop regional directional designations to reduce confusion.
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Bryant Accuser Identified As 19-Year-Old Colorado Woman
Eagle County Sheriff confirms the accuser is a 19-year-old Colorado woman on vacation with family. Investigators sent unspecified evidence to the state Bureau of Investigation for analysis as prosecutors weigh charges against Kobe Bryant, who surrendered on bond and faces a sealed case order.
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Hasek Rejoins Red Wings After One-Year Hiatus
Dominik Hasek, 38, returns to Detroit after a year away, saying he has renewed balance and fire to chase the Cup. The team upgraded options by exercising an $8 million deal, while Curtis Joseph may be traded as GM Ken Holland weighs creative moves to balance the roster.
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