Lakers Clinch Second Straight Title in 108-96 win
Lakers, led by Shaquille O Neal the series MVP, finish the playoffs 15 1 the best ever and become the first team to go undefeated on the road. They defeat the Philadelphia 76ers 108 96 in Game Five as Allen Iverson exits late to a standing ovation. Rick Fox and Derek Fisher hit pivotal shots sealing the title amid ecstatic Los Angeles fans.
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Jordan suffers rib fractures delaying NBA return
Washington Wizards coach Doug Collins said Michael Jordan broke two ribs in a Wednesday pickup game in Chicago. The injuries delay his bid to return, with workouts possible by August and training camp to follow. Jordan, 38, remains determined to play and has been training for months.
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Kuerten withdraws from Wimbledon citing injury and seed concerns
The world No 1 Gustavo Kuerten will not play at Wimbledon. The French Open champion cited a sore groin and need for rest, noting frustration with Wimbledon seedings that penalize clay court specialists. fellow clay rivals threaten a boycott if seedings upset them.
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Chiefs tackle Victor Riley charged in Overland Park incident
Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Victor Riley, 26, turned himself in Friday on felony counts of aggravated assault and criminal damage to property and misdemeanor counts of child endangerment and leaving the scene. The charges stem from an May 23 crash in Overland Park involving his wife and infant daughter. Riley posted $50,000 bond and is set for a first court appearance Tuesday.
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Griffey Returns, Sanders Sent to Minor League
Cincinnati Reds activate Ken Griffey Jr. from the disabled list and designate Deion Sanders for assignment to the minors in a one-day roster overhaul. Griffey Boone and Barry Larkin, coming off injury, prepared with trainer Lance Sewell before the game against Colorado in Cincinnati as the team aimed to field its projected starting lineup.
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Woods struggles. Brooks, Goosen lead US Open at Southern Hills
Tiger Woods opened with a 74 his worst U S Open score in three years flirting with the cut line before birdie bursts saved him for weekend play as Brooks, Goosen and J L Lewis led after a chaotic Friday Doug Ferguson notes Woods trailing by nine behind the leaders while Matt Gogel posts even par 70 and Kansas alum reflects on the scene in Tulsa
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Power outage suspends Royals Brewers game at Miller Park
A Miller Park power failure halted Friday night’s Royals Brewers game after a scoreless first inning. The game resumes in the second at 12:05 p.m. today followed by the regularly scheduled 6:05 p.m. contest.
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KU seniors fail to land first round in NBA mock drafts
Kansas star duo Eric Chenowith and Kenny Gregory are not projected in the top 29 of major mock drafts. Both are seen as possible second round picks after Chicago pre draft camp showings. Katz notes Chenowith’s consistency and Gregory’s position issues, despite workout sessions with six teams.
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