USA Balks But Edges Mexico In Olympic Qualifier
Kobe Bryant and LeBron James led the United States with 21 and 19 points as Mexico battled back through the second and third quarters. Carmelo Anthony scored 28 to tie the American record, while Ramel Beck had 20 for Mexico. The U.S. held on for an 82-79 win, with Richardson remarking on the hard-fought effort and the defense known as 40 minutes of Hell.
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Chiefs Hope Huard Emerges As Future QB After Tough Preseason
11 year veteran Huard has struggled in the first three exhibitions and is sidelined by a calf injury. He may not play against St. Louis in the final tuneup, but insists he did not win the job by default. He cites competition and readiness as key factors in earning the role.
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Open honors Gibson victories at U S National event
Williams and other stars attended a tribute to Althea Gibson as the U S Open began. Serena Williams struggled in her first match since Wimbledon injury while John Isner and Donald Young impressed in their Grand Slam debuts. Tatiana Golovin and Marcos Baghdatis fell in early rounds. Ahsha Rolle and Young scored notable wins.
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Falcons face Dec 10 Vick sentencing in high profile case
Fans crowded the stadium in No. 7 jerseys as Michael Vick faces sentencing for dogfighting. Joey Harrington, his replacement, threw two TD passes while Vick offered a brief court statement. Falcons officials weigh future, cap implications, and potential payback for bonuses amid protests and mixed fan reaction.
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Briggs charged with leaving scene after Lamborghini crash
Bears linebacker Lance Briggs faced charges for leaving the scene of an accident after his 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago crashed into a light pole on Interstate 94 in Lake Forest. He was cited for failure to give immediate notice and improper lane use, released on $100 bond, with a Oct 4 court date. No other vehicles involved and drugs or alcohol tests were not conducted.
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