Cavaliers Brace for Draft With 11 Under Contract
The Cavaliers explore options in a weak draft while aiming to win now. The Heat and Pistons are the only obstacles to the Cavaliers securing the Eastern Conference crown as aging frontcourts loom. Cleveland enters the draft with 11 players under contract ready for next season.
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Cavaliers eye moves as trade rumors swirl around guards
Veteran guards Damon Jones and Eric Snow are cited as trade assets in possible packages to acquire a scoring point guard. Cavaliers general manager Ferry signals interest, keeping options open for an intriguing week.
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Cavaliers weigh draft choices and futures
Cavs general manager Ferry discusses balancing needs with selecting the best talent at 42nd and 55th picks. He cites potential guards such as Farmar Rondo and Douby, notes possible moves including second round picks or overseas stints, and recalls past successes developing Ginobili and Andriuskevicius.
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Knicks give Thomas a year to work magic
Knicks chair James Dolan gives Isiah Thomas one season to turn around the franchise after firing Larry Brown. Thomas faces rebuilding the team with management backing but must show significant progress toward an NBA championship or face departure. Dolan cited Brown overstepping his role and clashing with ownership on personnel matters.
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World Cup Controversy Sways Final Moments in Australia Italy Match
Australia loses 1-0 to Italy on a controversial late penalty decision as Francesco Totti converts. Referee calls and penalty drama dominate discussion with Ukraine and Brazil in contrasting moments.
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Italy advances as Totti seals late World Cup win
The match in Kaiserslautern ends 1-0 after a disputed penalty in stoppage time converted by Francesco Totti. The call infuriates Australia, who protest a sequence involving Fabio Grosso and Lucas Neill. Italy progresses to face Ukraine in the quarterfinals as Australia exits in controversy.
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World Cup refereeing row grows with record cards
The World Cup saw a record flood of red and yellow cards as Italy beat Australia to reach the quarterfinals. Referee Valentin Ivanov drew criticism for his handling, while Portuguese star Luis Figo escaped dismissal after a skirmish with Mark van Bommel.
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