Mutombo Out With Malaria For Two Weeks
Atlanta Hawks center Dikembe Mutombo has a mild malaria case and will miss about two weeks. General manager Pete Babcock said it is not life threatening or career threatening and compared it to a bad flu. Mutombo was hospitalized in Springfield, Massachusetts during the Hall of Fame exhibition game against the Boston Celtics.
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Knight seeks TV work after IU firing with IMG rep
Bobby Knight aims for a network color commentator role after his Indiana University departure. He has signed with IMG TV for representation but reports indicate limited interest from NCAA tournament carriers CBS and ESPN.
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Nets forward Keith Van Horn breaks leg in Magic loss
Keith Van Horn broke his left leg in Orlando during a 99-94 defeat. The New Jersey Nets forward suffered a broken left fibula while pursuing a rebound against Don Reid and Bo Outlaw in the second quarter and will be out 46 weeks.
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Jordan returns to United Center amid reporters crowd
Michael Jordan appeared at the United Center before a Tuesday game marking his first public return since retiring on January 13, 1999. He walked in through the back entrance as reporters swarmed, smiling and saying he did not miss this.
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Radio Highlights From Gazette Staff and Wires
Tony Komnheiser hosts a morning show on KCRGAM 1600 from 9 to noon while Dan Patrick airs 2 to 5 p.m. on the same station. Gazette staff and wire reports provide the rundown of today’s radio lineup and notable programs.
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ISU Hopes For Dan McCarney Extension
Interim president Dr Richard Seagrave says Iowa State football coach Dan McCarney has an awfully good chance of a contract extension as the Cyclones stand 5-1 and aiming for a bowl bid. Seagrave notes the success improves McCarney’s case. final decision hinges on athletic director hire and season outcomes.
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Roy sets NHL wins mark with 448th in Avalanche win
Roy earns his 448th victory in 847th game to surpass Terry Sawchuk as the NHL’s all time leader in wins. Colorado defeats Washington 4 3 in overtime as Forsberg scores at 2 27 of OT. Roy soaks in the moment amid celebratory scenes and a net ceremony.
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Rams Rookie Bowen Sees Time On Steady Rise
PRO FOOTBALL rookie Bowen recalls mixed first NFL starts with coach Mike Martz noting rookie mistakes but predicting dividends. Bowen says the faster game and bigger role feel different, yet his two-deep opportunity began early and his deep Rams roster supports development.
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Bowen enjoys Rams, winning
St Louis rookie Matt Bowen started for the Super Bowl champions as a sixth round pick. He replaced Devin Bush on defense in a 45-29 win over the Falcons, making eight tackles against the Chargers and proving his potential despite imperfect play.
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