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Ginobili, Duncan help Spurs force Game 7 (AP)

AP - The San Antonio Spurs' Big Three came through. Now they have to win one on the road to keep their title defense alive. Manu Ginobili scored 25 points, Tim Duncan had 20 points and 15 rebounds, and Tony Parker added 15 points in the Spurs' 99-80 victory over the New Orleans Hornets in Game 6 on Thursday night.

Former Patriots assistant can't recall Walsh talk (AP)

AP - Former New England assistant coach Brian Daboll told the NFL he doesn't remember speaking with Matt Walsh about the St. Louis Rams' walkthrough Walsh attended the day before the 2002 Super Bowl.

Flyers hold off Penguins 4-2, force Game 5 (AP)

AP - The Pittsburgh Penguins' road to the Stanley Cup finals along the Pennsylvania Turnpike took an unexpected detour.

Drew, Webb lead D'backs to 8-5 win over Rockies (AP)

AP - Backed by Stephen Drew's career-high four hits, Brandon Webb became the major leagues' first nine-game winner when the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies 8-5 on Thursday night.

Eight Belles had no diseases, bone abnormalities (AP)

AP - Eight Belles had no diseases or pre-existing bone abnormalities that caused the filly to break down after finishing second in the Kentucky Derby.

Taylor death suspect pleads guilty to second degree murder (Reuters)

Reuters - One of five defendants charged with the death of Washington Redskins NFL footballer Sean Taylor faces a 29-year jail sentence after pleading guilty to second degree murder and armed burglary.

Spurs beat Hornets to send series to Game Seven (Reuters)

Reuters - The San Antonio Spurs crushed the New Orleans Hornets 99-80 on Thursday to force a deciding Game Seven in their Western Conference semi-final.

Thome's RBI single gives White Sox 4-3 win (AP)

AP - Jim Thome hit a go-ahead RBI single in the ninth inning, A.J. Pierzynski's RBI double capped a three-run second against former batterymate Jon Garland, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 Thursday night.

Celtics inch closer to East finals behind KG, Pierce

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Webb spins rare 9-0 start; D-backs sweep Rockies

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Pistons assistant Porter interviews for Suns' job

The Phoenix Suns have begun their coaching search in earnest by interviewing Detroit Pistons assistant coach Terry Porter.

Spurs shoot their way into Game 7

The Spurs showed the pride of a champion in forcing a Game 7. Oh, and shooting the lights out helped, too, Charley Rosen says.

Rockies could be in market to trade Holliday

At 15-25 and a long way from 2007's success, the Rockies' next move may be a stunner, Ken Rosenthal says — trading Matt Holliday.

Schein: Alexander a Saint?

Well at least for now he's not. But Adam Schein says former MVP Shaun Alexander could very easily land in the Big Easy.

NFL Headlines
	Daboll doesn't recall talking with Walsh (AP)
	Suspect in Taylor slaying pleads guilty (AP)
	Specter wants independent Spygate probe (AP)
	Jaguars give DT Meier 4-year extension (AP)
	Redskins release ex-Pro Bowl KR Mathis (AP)
	Pennington, Clemens bid to be Jets QB (AP)
	Browns fill out secondary, sign DB Perry (AP)

NBA Headlines
	Spurs beat Hornets 99-80 to force Game 7 (AP)
	Barkley confirms $400K gambling debt (AP)
	Cavs lose Gibson with separated shoulder (AP)
	Billups ready for Game 1 of East finals (AP)
	Visa issue keeps Kirilenko from practice (AP)
	Jazz hope to stay alive vs. Lakers (AP)
	Road-weary Celtics look to oust Cavs (AP)
	Rockets C Mutombo not ready to retire (AP)

MLB Headlines
	Stark: Rumblings and Grumblings
	Indians starter gives up run but Tribe still sweep
	Kazmir, Rays drop Yankees to last place in AL East
	Hamels hurls first career shutout in Phillies' win
	Brewers ink Braun to eight-year, $45 million deal
	Dempster outduels Maddux as Cubs blank Padres
	Pirates break through against Izzy, stun Cardinals
	Harris' acrobatic catch saves Nats win over Mets

NHL Headlines
	Flyers beat Penguins 4-2, avert sweep (AP)
	Red Wings C Franzen out for Game 5 (AP)
	Stars' Turco has 0-9-2 record in Detroit (AP)
	Wild not worried about losing Risebrough (AP)
	US loses to Finland in OT at worlds (AP)
	Canada routs Norway in worlds quarters (AP)
	Bruins give F Kobasew 3-year extension (AP)
	Sharks fire coach Ron Wilson (AP)

WNBA Headlines
	Storm prepared for season of lofty expectations (AP)
	Monarchs head into new season without old leader (AP)
	Sun extend Thibault's contract (AP)
	Crossley to miss Silver Stars season (AP)
	Mystics F Beard to miss opener (PA SportsTicker)
	Sun's Thibault signs extension (PA SportsTicker)
	Silver Stars' Crossley to miss season (PA SportsTicker)
	After surgery, Mystics' Beard hopes for Olympic nod (AP)

Golf Headlines
	Sorenstam shoots 67 to share lead
	Perry survives wet day for share of lead in Georgia
	Updates: Action under way at AT&T Classic
	Golf tourney to host $200K buy-in event in '09
	Green, Singh shoot 66 to lead Irish Open
	Clarke's focus on making Ryder Cup team
	Woods: 'Everything in my life is doing great'
	Garcia outlasts Goydos to claim Players Championship

Nascar Headlines
	Prelude to the Dream: Heat Races
	Racing Power Rankings: Concord
	Prelude to the Dream: Expectations
	Prelude to the Dream: Edwards' victory
	Prelude to the Dream: Victory Junction
	FOX Spotlight: Dave Blaney
	The brains behind Newman
	All-Stars prepared to shine

Tennis Headlines
	Henin retirement to make Sharapova No. 1 (AP)
	Sharapova rallies to make Rome quarters (AP)
	Nadal ruins Murray's birthday in Hamburg (AP)
	Kuerten among wild cards at French Open (AP)
	Henin announces immediate retirement (AP)
	Sharapova, WTA compromise on photo shoot (AP)
	Doubles team of twins heroic in fire (AP)

Boxing Headlines
	Byrd Lite
	Little Big Men
	Cotto to face Margarito July 26 in anticipated bout
	Tired of waiting for Arthur, Guzman vacates title
	Haye, moving to heavyweight, gives up WBC belt
	Bradley edges Witter
	Frazier's legendary Philadelphia gym up for sale
	Arnaoutis outpoints Tyner to defend title

Soccer Headlines
	Beasley back on US roster (AP)
	Keeper's ball-juggling blunder costs San Lorenzo (Reuters)
	Bolivia's president scores goal, slams FIFA (AP)
	Libertadores Cup summaries (Reuters)
	Kaka, Robinho to join Brazil on American tour (PA SportsTicker)
	Man. United's Ronaldo does not rule out move to Spain (Reuters)
	Hayes to coach new Chicago women's soccer team (AP)

College Basketball Headlines
	Indiana gives Dakich $185,000 settlement (AP)
	Mayo denies allegations of cash, gifts (AP)
	Grambling State names Rick Duckett coach (AP)
	Charges dropped against UTEP G Jackson (AP)
	Indiana: Self-imposed penalties enough (AP)
	Duquesne G Mensah to enter NBA draft (AP)
	NCAA recommends goaltending rule change (AP)

College Football Headlines
	Paterno treated, released from hospital (AP)
	Jacksonville State signs QB Perrilloux (AP)
	USC signs 25-year lease with LA Coliseum (AP)
	Rodriguez: WVU board, Manchin pressured (AP)
	Murray State QB's felony charge reduced (AP)
	Gators DL Patchan shot, should recover (AP)
	Paterno: Penn State has plenty of merits (AP)

College Sports Headlines
	Hays: One pitch links Findlay, Selden
	Hays: NCAA softball tournament region-by-region breakdown
	Seminole touches 'em all: 9 positions, grand slam
	Florida International put on four years probation
	NCAA accuses Alabama St. of 24 rules violations
	NCAA: More than 700 teams not making the grade
	Sabres sign BC forward Gerbe to 3-year contract
	Official: Ga. Tech pitcher accidentally overdosed

Horse Racing Headlines
	Undistinguished field beyond two favorites
	Big Brown is 1-2 Preakness favorite
	Autopsy: Filly had no bone abnormalities
	UPS inks marketing deal with Derby-winning horse
	Gayego enters Preakness for rematch with Big Brown
	Recapturetheglory won't run in Preakness
	Trainer: Eight Belles was not on steroids
	Bay Meadows track approaching the finish line

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