Duncan wary of Nets Martin in NBA Finals clash
Tim Duncan says Kenyon Martin is among the top defensive big men, likely to guard him with man to man pressure. Popovich expects Martin to vary his defensive positions to disrupt Duncan while New Jersey adapts to Spurs prep from recent series and Nets guard Jason Kidd faces Tony Parker.
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Pistons fire Carlisle and eye Larry Brown successor
Rick Carlisle is out as Pistons coach after a strong run including division titles and an Eastern Conference finals, with Larry Brown poised as his replacement. Joe Dumars confirmed Brown’s agreement and said a formal announcement is coming, while others noted Brown’s playoff pedigree and fit for Detroit.
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Costa nails comeback as Hewitt falters on clay
At Roland Garros Albert Costa, rank 1a, clawed back from two sets down to defeat Nicolas Lapentti 4-6 4-6 6-3 6-4 6-4 in a marathon. Hewitt, leading 2-0 in sets, collapsed in the final three as Tommy Robredo rallied to win 4-6 1-6 6-3 6-2 6-3. Costa prepares to face Arnaud Clement while Hewitt searches for rhythm on clay.
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