Buckeyes ride Penn's small frame to big lift
Scoonie Penn, 5-foot-10 guard, anchors Ohio State's return to the Top 25. The Boston College transfer says size is no hurdle as he leads the Buckeyes from 8-22 last season to 15-5 this year. Penn hails from Salem, Massachusetts, and credits heart and discipline over stature.
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Scoonie Penn Turns Buckeyes Into a Respectful Force
Penn, a pure point guard from Salem high, energized Ohio State with leadership and assist-heavy play. He sacrificed scoring to feed Michael Redd, helped OSU rise in the Big Ten, and drew praise from coach Jim O'Brien and national writers for his energy, passing, and defense.
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Blue Devils roll past Seminoles in Tallahassee
Duke, ranked ninth, shot 58 percent from three and got 26 points from 6-foot center Michele Van Gorp in a 92-75 road win over Florida State. The Blue Devils extended their win streak to 12 and their series lead to 10 straight over the Seminoles, as Florida State coach Sue Semrau praised Duke’s balance and shooting as well as Van Gorp’s inside presence. Duke led 46-34 at halftime and closed strong in the final five minutes.
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Butler guard Butler ends season with surgery after spine injury
Butler shooting guard faced severe pain ending his season after Dec 7 game versus the Lakers. Doctors halted return, revealing bone spurs removal and cervical spine fusion as the only option. He remained upbeat, insisting he would play again despite the setback.
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Cavaliers unveil revised 1998-99 TV schedule
The Cleveland Cavaliers announce a TV plan covering 40 of 50 regular season games on WUAB Channel 43 Cavs Television Network and FOX Sports Ohio. Key telecasts include February 5 at Atlanta February 6 at Boston February 8 home vs Indiana and March 23 vs Boston.
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Connecticut Survives Georgetown Challenge in Washington
No. 1 Connecticut trailed at halftime but 27 points from Richard Hamilton, plus a 16-6 second-half run, propelled the Huskies to a 78-71 win over Georgetown in Washington. Hamilton added eight rebounds and 10 of 13 from the line as UConn remained unbeaten at 18-0.
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Bulls sign Barry six year 27 million deal
Chicago Bulls sign free agent Brent Barry to a six year 27 million contract. Barry, son of Hall of Famer Rick Barry, averaged 9.6 points in three seasons with the Clippers and Heat, while Miami coach Pat Riley compares him to Michael Jordan. The Bulls renounce forward Scott Burrell. Olowokandi signs with the Clippers after leaving Kinder Bologna. Steve Nash extends with the Mavericks. Grizzlies waive Bobby Hurley. Suns re-sign Rex Chapman and Clifford Robinson. Pat Garrity unsigned. Benji Wells signs with Trail Blazers.
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NBA preseason wrap and roster moves mix
Indiana beat Chicago 79 71 in a Sunday preseason game. The Hawks cut three players including Brian Olive and Mitch Henderson. Barry explored options including Golden State and a return to Miami after a brief stint with the Bulls. Jason Caffey signed a seven year deal with Golden State.
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