James and Anthony among 30 finalists for Olympic hoops team
LeBron James Carmelo Anthony and Stephen Curry are among 30 finalists for the U S men s basketball team that will seek a third straight Olympic gold in Rio de Janeiro final 12 roster to be chosen this summer If James and Anthony make the squad they would be the first Americans to play in four Olympics Also listed are Durant Westbrook Paul Griffin Jordan Leonard Aldridge Thompson Green Iguodala Barnes Irving Love Howard Harden Davis George Cousins Gay Wall Beal DeRozan Drummond Faried Hayward Bryant and others Colangelo highlighted depth while Kobe Bryant as retiring limited his Olympic prospects. James may delay decision until after the NBA season ends.
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Seahawks ponder Lynch future after injury plagued season
Seattle remains unsure if star running back Marshawn Lynch will return next season as the team weighs salary cap costs and his health. Coach Pete Carroll said the decision hinges on Lynch's recovery and work ethic after an injury hampered him to 111 rushes for 417 yards and a limited postseason role.
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Brady presses toward 10th AFC title game in Denver
Tom Brady, 24 in 2001, twice led the Patriots to the playoffs and now aims for a record tenth AFC championship. He reflects on mentors like Joe Montana, Peyton Manning, and a string of Super Bowls, while preparing for a pivotal matchup in Denver against the Broncos.
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Oregon State suspends Reid at least four games for tripping ref
Oregon State forward Reid was suspended for at least four games after tripping referee Tommy Nunez late in Utah loss. Reid apologized, saying actions were wrong, while coach Wayne Tinkle called for further discipline depending on his conduct.
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Packers season ends with hope for Jordy Nelson return
Green Bay closes a grind it out year at 11 7 with lingering questions on offense and a defence that kept games close. Jordy Nelson plans a fall return after missing 2015 season, while Aaron Rodgers and secondary pieces aim to rebuild around a stabilizing core including Clay Matthews. The divisional loss to Arizona ended the Packers run after a late surge sparked by Jeff Janis.
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