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Phil Jackson's tweak of the Miami Heat ruffles feathers around the league:...
Dribbling around the Association in an eventful week off the court. View full sizePaul Sancya / Associated PressHey, Phil Jackson was kidding when asked about the Miami Heat. Sure, he was joshing,...
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In The Spotlight: Carolina Panthers quarterback Jimmy Clausen
Carolina's rookie QB admits this has been a rough rookie season after starring at Notre Dame. View full sizeChuck Burton / Associated PressCarolina's rookie QB Jimmy Clausen admits it's been a tough...
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How long will Cleveland Indians pay for bad decisions? Hey, Hoynsie!
The plans of the Indians' management team -- and past decisions -- top this week's mailbag to beat writer Paul Hoynes. View full sizeChuck Crow / The Plain DealerThe decline in production from Travis...
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Rich Rodriguez admits 'frustration,' but says the worst is behind the Wolverines
The coach's job security is in doubt after his Michigan team falls to Ohio State for a third straight season. But Rodriguez said change takes time, and he needs more of it. View full sizeKyle...
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The worst fate for Michigan is Buckeyes' pity and ex-Wolverines' anger: Bill...
When even Buckeyes feel slightly sorry for Michigan, the rivalry is working on becoming less than The Game. View full sizeMarvin Fong / The Plain DealerOSU's Brian Rolle (left) and Chimdi Chekwa...
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Kelly Pavlik in rehab clinic for alcohol abuse; manager says career may be over
The former middleweight champion has been receiving treatment for alcohol abuse and may not fight again. PD file photoKelly Pavlik may not fight again once he leaves a California rehab center, says...
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Jake Delhomme gets a second chance to make a first impression with Cleveland...
Jake Delhomme is hoping to pick back up where he left off during his lone healthy half of the season in the opener in Tampa. View full sizeChuck Crow / The Plain DealerJake Delhomme, finally healthy...
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Byron Scott answers NBA's 'questions' about his criticisms of officials:...
Lots of talk, but no fine yet for Scott's criticism of the officials. View full sizeLisa DeJong / The Plain DealerByron Scott knows he will likely be fined for his comments Friday night in Orlando,...
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What they'll remember from Ohio State 37, Michigan 7
The officials' no-fun attitude and Rich Rodriguez's defensiveness were two impressions taken from Saturday's Buckeyes romp. View full sizeKyle Robertson / Columbus DispatchDeVier Posey's "O" gesture...
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Michigan can't kick about outcome; Sanzenbacher apologies for lost TD: Best...
The best and worst from Saturday's game. View full sizeMarvin Fong / The Plain DealerRoss Homan and the Ohio State defense had their hands full containing Michigan's Denard Robinson, who moved the...
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Cavs vs. Grizzlies: Mary Schmitt Boyer's in-game blog
The Cavaliers and Grizzlies are both playing their second game in as many nights. View full sizeJoshua Gunter / The Plain DealerCavaliers center Ryan Hollins tries to block a shot by Memphis' Mike...
View ArticleDefense, Norris Cole help lead Cleveland State to 7-0 start
Cleveland State continued its successful start to its season Saturday, even on a night when the Vikings struggled to score. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Cleveland State continued its successful start to its...
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Buckeyes' defense gives up yards, but not points, to Michigan's Robinson:...
Some early grades after Saturday's win. View full sizeMarvin Fong / The Plain DealerDenard Robinson gained 105 rushing yards despite playing less than a half following a hand injury, but Nathan...
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St. Edward rides its defense and a second-half surge to Div. I title game,...
MASSILLON, Ohio -- Running back Terrell Bates collapsed to his hands and knees. Tears filled wideout Colin McManamon's eyes. Defensive back Frank Finotti gave assistant coach Bill Rockwell a long,...
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For your holiday weekend dessert, it's the home debut of the Delhomme: Bud...
In yet another U-Turn to the Browns' season, we arrive Sunday at Jake by the Lake, Bud Shaw writes in his Sunday Spin. View full sizePlain Dealer file photoJake Delhomme's return to the starting...
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Buchtel overwhelms Marlington, 52-8, to reach Div. III state title game
CANTON, Ohio -- With flashes of brilliance on offense and riding a defense that was both intimidating and unrelenting, Buchtel will finish the football season exactly where it started. Under-rated but...
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J.J. to the rescue: Hickson's big plays down the stretch push Cleveland...
Wearing bright yellow shoes that looked like big bananas, Hickson played his best game in weeks to help the Cavaliers outlast Memphis. View full sizeJoshua Gunter / The Plain DealerWith this lefty...
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There's plenty of long-term (short-term, too) questions for the Cavaliers:...
Is Antawn Jamison long for Cleveland? How about Mo Williams? The mailbag is full of speculation this week. View full sizeJohn Raoux / Associated PressDoes Antawn Jamison (4) really want to be with the...
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Where are all the injured Cleveland Browns? Hey, Tony!
Another trip through the extensive mailbag of beat writer Tony Grossi. View full sizeJoshua Gunter / The Plain Dealer Dave Zastudil hasn't been seen much around Berea this fall, as he has spent much...
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Terry Pluto's talkin' ... about the Browns' missing wideouts, ex-Indians in...
Terry isn't necessarily in the holiday spirit when it comes to pondering Cleveland's pro football, baseball and basketball teams. View full sizeJoshua Gunter / The Plain DealerSo, did you have Chansi...
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