is truly an outstanding human being.The tornado that ripped through the streets, homes and lives of Oklahoma City was devastating. Merely the thought of lives being lost and families being displaced is enough to send a piercing chill down the back of your spine.Amid all the tragedy, though, beacons of hope can be found in the selfless displays of generosity. A disaster like this is horrifying,...

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A franchise-record 56 wins and two straight playoff appearances weren't enough for Vinny Del Negro, who will not be retained by the . The news comes from Yahoo! Sports' :It's been a truly polarizing run for the 46-year-old head coach.On one hand, he took over a franchise that had been to the playoffs just once in the last 13 years and immediately guided it to two postseason appearances in three...

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Former and coach Phil Jackson didn't exactly come out and say that former Bulls' legend Michael Jordan is a better player than in excerpts from his But it's difficult to draw any other conclusion based on Jackson's pointed, and earnest words."One of the biggest differences between the two stars from my perspective was Michael's superior skills as a leader," Jackson writes....

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Can the Grizzlies' Zach Randolph bounce back, or will he continue to look like the player who was once traded for Quentin Richardson in a straight-up one-for-one swap?After a 105-83 blowout loss in Game 1, Memphis will look to tie up the series against the San Antonio Spurs tonight in the Western Conference Finals.The big story for the Spurs in Game 1 was their stellar defense. They were able to...

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After nine years of misery, failure and heartbreak, the Charlotte Bobcats intend to change their nickname to the Hornets. Michael Jordan, team owner and one of the greatest winners in NBA history, made the announcement at a press conference on Tuesday evening.The switch won’t happen immediately, with Jordan revealing the franchise won’t be officially known as the Charlotte...

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is full of surprises.From 81-point outings to five championship rings to , the Black Mamba lives to shock and awe.Still rehabilitating a ruptured Achilles, Kobe's mantra hasn't changed. He's still intent on remaining unpredictable.Knowing that the ' season is over and he is in no shape to ambush us on the hardwood, Kobe is going to different lengths to surprise us; lengths that include...

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Let the ' worst nightmare commence.Considered a favorite to retain , reports that Superman's return to Hollywood is far from a sure thing. And why? Because of , among other things: Not to mention his frustration with Kobe Bryant. ESPN L.A.’s Dave McMenamin reported Howard told GM Mitch Kupchak he felt marginalized by D’Antoni, who looked to Bryant and Steve Nash for...

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The moment all sneakerheads have been waiting for is finally here. Well, almost.Maverick Carter, the man behind , posted a sneak peek of the the LeBron XI on his .Don't go tossing your LeBron X's already though, because these puppies haven't dropped just yet, hence the "sneak peek."Until they're released, visual evidence will have to suffice. It allows us to get a better feel for what...

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The 2013 draft lottery has come and passed, with the Cleveland Cavaliers winning the rights to the first overall draft choice.The Cavaliers entered the draft with 15.6 odds to win the rights to the No. 1 selection. After 13 teams found their location, however, only one number was important.No. 1.Who's ready for the NBA draft? Pick No. Team Odds Selection 1. Cleveland Cavaliers 15.6% Nerlens...

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