Key injuries may shift NBA's power balance
Early season injuries reshape the NBA power balance as stars like Mitch Richmond of the Golden State Warriors and Roy Tarpley of the Mavericks suffer injuries. Charles Barkley notes the volatility of a physical game while teams reassess rotations and potential trades to cover missing star players.
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Hawkeyes poised after Rodgers shines in Iowa air
Iowa quarterback Rob Rodgers has completed 154 of 246 passes for 1,866 yards with 13 TDs and six interceptions as Iowa sits 8-2. A strong rushing attack and improved line help him, while Marvin Lampkin’s 15-yard TD ties a 1968 rushing TD record and the team nears the 1958 school rushing yard mark.
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Hawkeye Huddle Promotes Iowa Alumni Event in Minneapolis
The I-Club and University of Iowa Alumni Association co sponsor a free Hawkeye Huddle from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. Attending are Herky and the Iowa cheerleaders with Hawkeye highlight videos, Hawk Shop prizes, snacks and a cash bar. For details call the University of Iowa Foundation or Alumni Association.
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Johnson says glad he was caught after 1988 Olympic positive test
Ben Johnson spoke at a news conference about his 1988 positive steroid test and his plan to return to competition. He emphasized health and family, said he lost endorsements but seeks a comeback, and outlined upcoming races and a return to form. He dismissed the steroids as not giving him a real advantage and expressed resolve.
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Lakers top Nuggets in slow tempo win
James Worthy scored 25 and Magic Johnson posted his third triple double of the season as the Lakers slowed Denver’s run and gun attack, holding the Nuggets to a season low 105 points in a 122 105 victory. Johnson had 21 points 11 assists and 10 rebounds.
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Colorado Tops AP Poll After 64-3 Win Over Kansas State
Colorado rises to No. 1 from No. 2 after routing Kansas State 64-3, earning 45 first place votes and 1,476 points. Miami moves to No. 2, Georgia Tech stays in top three, BYU and Florida follow, with Notre Dame, Florida State, Washington and Nebraska rounding out the Top 10.
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Snyder in Control at K State
Kansas State plans to renegotiate Coach Bill Snyder’s contract after a 5-6 finish ending a 30 game losing streak. Athletic Director Steve Miller aims to extend tenure and salary to reward staff and keep them intact, with talks within three weeks.
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