понедельник, 31 декабря 2012 г.

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'Skins Are In

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 12:07 AM PST

With the NFC East title on the line, Alfred Morris rumbled for 200 yards and three touchdowns as the Redskins ousted the Cowboys 28-18. Indeed, a star was born, writes Matt Gagne.

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49ers secure NFC West, No. 2 seed by beating Cardinals

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 11:30 PM PST

Niners look to Crabtree early and often to help Kaepernick out of slow start.

Tony Romo faces familiar questions after latest flameout

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 06:53 PM PST

Quarterback must prove he can come through in the clutch after falling short vs. Redskins.

Clippers win 17th in row, finish December at 16-0 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 10:21 PM PST

Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin, left, struggles for the ball with Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- After their 17th consecutive victory gave them a perfect month, the Los Angeles Clippers finally paused to admire their achievement.


Reviewing the heroes and zeros of Week 17

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 05:33 PM PST

Clippers win 17th in row, finish December at 16-0 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 10:11 PM PST

LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 30:  Caron Butler #5 of the Los Angeles Clippers goes for a jump shot against Gordon Hayward #20 of the Utah Jazz during the game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on December 30, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jamal Crawford scored 11 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Utah Jazz 107-96 on Sunday night for their 17th consecutive victory, becoming the third team in NBA history to record a perfect month.


USA TODAY Sports' Jarrett Bell previews NFL playoffs

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 01:37 AM PST

After surprise Super Bowl winners past 2 seasons, playoffs look wide open again

Clippers beat Jazz for 17th straight win, perfect month

Posted: 31 Dec 2012 04:22 AM PST

Clippers keep Jazz at bay, make history with unblemished December

Special Delivery

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 08:04 PM PST

Adrian Peterson didn't get the record, but he led the Vikings past the Packers 37-34 and into the playoffs. AP never doubted himself; there's no doubting him now, says Dennis Dillon.

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Clippers beat Jazz to complete 16-0 December

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 11:49 PM PST

Jamal Crawford scored 11 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Utah Jazz 107-96 on Sunday night for their 17th consecutive victory, becoming the third team in NBA history to record a perfect month.

Bears Miss Playoffs, Future Uncertain

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 08:37 PM PST


Bears miss the playoffs for the fifth time in six years

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Resilient Redskins prove themselves against Cowboys

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 03:44 AM PST

Redskins are hobbled but hold on against Cowboys to advance to postseason.

Clippers beat Jazz, finish month with 16-0 record

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 08:56 PM PST

Peterson makes MVP case; Snap Judgments

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 03:20 PM PST

Musings, observations and the occasional insight from a Week 17 that offered a fitting and thrilling conclusion to 2012...

Morris, Redskins top Cowboys for NFC East title

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 11:40 PM PST

RG III and the Washington Redskins are NFC East champions.

Another season ends in frustration for Romo, Cowboys

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 04:31 PM PST

With the NFC East on the line, rookie Alfred Morris rumbled for 200 yards and three touchdowns, Tony Romo threw three interceptions and the Redskins ousted the Cowboys 28-18.

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Redskins beat Cowboys 28-18 to win NFC East (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 10:12 PM PST

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) reacts as running back Alfred Morris (46) heads for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)

LANDOVER, Md. (AP) -- ''R-G-3!'' was all Redskins fans needed to chant when they wanted to express their love for Robert Griffin III. For the lesser-known rookie, they opted for his whole name: ''Alf-red Mor-ris!''


Peterson, Vikings reach playoffs | Nine yards shy

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 03:37 PM PST

The Vikings are in the playoffs after beating the Packers 37-34 as time expired. Adrian Peterson rushed for 199 yards and finished 9 yards shy of the single-season rushing record.

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Turner expects to be dismissed by Chargers

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 07:44 PM PST

Micheal Spurlock returned the opening kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown and San Diego beat the Raiders 24-21 on a wet, gloomy Sunday in what's expected to be Norv Turner's final game as Chargers coach.

Kravitz: Colts' Chuck Pagano gets cherry on top of inspiring return

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 01:09 AM PST

Coach couldn't have asked for better storybook ending than beating Texans in return.

воскресенье, 30 декабря 2012 г.

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Sweet Redemption

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 11:55 PM PST

There's a new alpha male of the heavyweight division, says Jeff Wagenheim. This much is clear after Cain Velasquez utterly dominated Junior Dos Santos to reclaim the UFC title.

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Michigan State edges TCU 17-16 in BWW Bowl (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 11:45 PM PST

TCU's Matthew Tucker (29) carries the ball during the first quarter of the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl NCAA college football game against Michigan State at Sun Devil Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/The Arizona Republic, )

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Michigan State labored on offense throughout the first half, unable to get anything going on the ground, in the air, anywhere.


Now Or Never

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 11:13 PM PST

While two NFC playoff spots remain unclaimed, home-field advantage in the AFC is up for grabs. Chris Burke surveys the Week 17 storylines, which may include a pair of milestones.

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UFC 155: Velasquez batters Dos Santos to regain title

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 06:17 PM PST

Junior Dos Santos vs. Cain Velasquez 2 was the war the first fight wasn't.

Who does America hate more: Alabama or Notre Dame?

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 05:31 PM PST

The Fighting Irish and Crimson Tide are two of the most storied — and resented — programs.

DeMarcus Cousins divides opinions of Sacramento Kings

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 02:45 AM PST

Behavior of DeMarcus Cousins and potential for a move have Sacramento Kings in a quandary

Wing Bowl: Michigan State trips TCU with late FG

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 07:29 PM PST

Velasquez thrashes dos Santos, wins back title

Posted: 30 Dec 2012 12:22 AM PST

Cain Velasquez returned the favor to Junior dos Santos by dominating the Brazilian to regain the heavyweight crown at UFC 155.

MMA Fighting: Miller beats Lauzon in lightweight classic

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 09:14 PM PST

Gordon helps Hornets extend Bobcats' skid to 18

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 10:30 PM PST

This time, Velasquez provides crucial first-round blow

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 05:40 PM PST

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MMA Fighting: Miller beats Lauzon in lightweight classic

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 09:14 PM PST

Thunder roll to 124-94 win over Rockets (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 08:38 PM PST

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives to the basket past Houston Rockets forward Marcus Morris (2) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Bob Levey)

HOUSTON (AP) -- Kevin Durant made one of his first eight shots, and the Oklahoma City Thunder were clinging to a two-point lead in the second quarter on Saturday against the Houston Rockets.


Even with Wade back, Bucks too much for Heat (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 09:20 PM PST

Miami Heat's Chris Bosh left, shoots over Milwaukee Bucks' Ekpe Udoh during the first half of an NBA basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Jim Prisching)

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Dwyane Wade's return to the lineup wasn't nearly enough for Miami.


Wade returns, but Bucks too much for Heat

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 09:30 PM PST

Brandon Jennings scored 25 points and Mike Dunleavy had 13 of his 18 in the fourth quarter as the Bucks beat the Heat 104-85 on Saturday night to spoil Dwyane Wade's return.

Ash, Texas rally to stun No. 15 Oregon State (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 08:47 PM PST

Texas' Jaxon Shipley (8) misses a pass as Oregon State's Ryan Murphy (25) defends during the first quarter of the Alamo Bowl NCAA football game, Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in San Antonio.  (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- David Ash wasn't sure he would start the Alamo Bowl. No one will remember after the way he finished Texas' rocky season with a validating and dazzling victory.


Buffalo Bills to wear decals honoring slain firefighters

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 02:54 AM PST

The Bills will wear "WWFD" decals in tribute to the West Webster Fire Department.

The Heart Of Texas

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 03:57 PM PST

David Ash threw two fourth-quarter touchdown passes, including a 36-yard strike with 2:24 left, to give Texas a 31-27 victory over No. 15 Oregon State in the Alamo Bowl.

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Eric Gordon returns as Hornets drop Bobcats

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 02:05 AM PST

Bobcats' woes continue as they blow a 21-point lead to Hornets.

TCU vs. Michigan State in Wild Wings Bowl

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 07:29 PM PST

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Clippers rally past Jazz for 16th straight win

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 01:07 AM PST

Chris Paul scored 29 points and the Clippers rallied from a 19-point deficit in the third quarter to beat the Jazz 116-114 on Friday night, stretching their winning streak to 16 games.

Clippers beat Jazz 116-114 for 16th straight win (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 10:38 PM PST

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - DECEMBER 28:  Chris Paul #3 of the Los Angeles Clippers drives against Earl Watson #11 of the Utah Jazz at Energy Solutions Arena on December 28, 2012 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images)

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Chris Paul could hardly be heard over Jay-Z's pounding music as his Los Angeles Clippers teammates sang along in the visitors' locker room.


UCLA rallies to upset No. 7 Missouri 97-94 in OT (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 11:12 PM PST

UCLA's Shabazz Muhammad reacts after a score by his team during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Missouri in Los Angeles, Friday, Dec. 28, 2012. UCLA won 97-94 in overtime. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- After two defeats to ranked opponents and a surprising loss to Cal Poly that knocked them out of the Top 25, the UCLA Bruins are starting to find their way.


Kings' James Johnson, not Cousins, beats buzzer, Knicks

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 05:17 PM PST

Mike Breen learned James Johnson's name as the Kings player hit a three to beat the Knicks.

Bell: It's time for Tony Romo to stand up and deliver

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 05:12 PM PST

For Tony Romo to quiet his haters this Sunday, he just has to win.

Kings' Johnson beats buzzer, Knicks

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 10:26 PM PST

Howard powers surging Lakers past Blazers

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 12:07 AM PST

Dwight Howard had 21 points and 14 rebounds, Kobe Bryant scored 27 points and the Los Angeles Lakers never trailed in their sixth win in seven games, 104-87 over the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night.

Not All Bad

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 08:50 PM PST

It wasn't pretty, but Virginia Tech edged Rutgers 13-10 in overtime to claim the Russell Athletic Bowl. There were worse ways to spend a weekday afternoon, says Andy Staples.

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Q&A: Texans' J.J. Watt believes he has a shot at NFL MVP

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 04:48 AM PST

The last defensive player to be named NFL MVP was Lawrence Taylor in 1986.

Chris Paul rallies Clippers by Jazz for 16th win in row

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 04:20 AM PST

Chris Paul had 29 points, and Randy Foye missed a three-pointer at the buzzer for the Jazz.

Muhammad, UCLA upset No. 7 Missouri in OT

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 11:46 PM PST

habazz Muhammad hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:01 left in overtime to help UCLA upset No. 7 Missouri 97-94 on Friday night and extend the Bruins' winning streak to five games.

Kings edge Knicks as Johnson hits 3 at buzzer

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 11:56 PM PST

James Johnson made a 3-pointer at the buzzer Friday night, lifting the Sacramento Kings to a 106-105 victory over the New York Knicks after blowing an early 27-point lead.

FG gives Texas Tech Meineke Car Care Bowl win

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 06:16 PM PST

Surging UCLA upends No. 9 Missouri in overtime

Posted: 29 Dec 2012 04:50 AM PST

Shabazz Muhammad hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:01 left in overtime.

Clippers rally past Jazz for 16th straight win

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 10:48 PM PST

Chris Paul scored 29 points and the Clippers rallied from a 19-point deficit in the third quarter to beat the Jazz 116-114 on Friday night, stretching their winning streak to 16 games.

Pistons rally past Heat despite James' 35 points

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 08:26 PM PST

Will Bynum had 25 points and 10 assists, leading another spirited performance by the Detroit bench, and the Pistons beat the short-handed Miami Heat 109-99 on Friday night despite 35 points by LeBron James.

Muhammad, UCLA outlast No. 7 Missouri in OT

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 09:22 PM PST

LOS ANGELES (AP) After two defeats to ranked opponents and a surprising loss to Cal Poly that knocked them out of the Top 25, the UCLA Bruins are starting to find their way.

Will Bynum, Pistons knock off Dwyane Wade-less Heat

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 02:33 AM PST

With Dwyane Wade suspended, 73 points from LeBron James and Chris Bosh weren't enough.

Parker, Duncan combine for 61 as Spurs stop Rockets

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 06:49 PM PST

Concussed Davis hopes to play vs. Cardinals

Posted: 28 Dec 2012 07:29 PM PST

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) Vernon Davis is anxious to get back on the field with the San Francisco 49ers and help them build momentum for the playoffs during Sunday's regular-season finale against Arizona.