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Confident Shaq joins Cavs

The Associated Press

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio - His nickname hasn't arrived. His motto with Cleveland is already in place. ``'Win a Ring for the King,''' Shaquille O'Neal said in announcing his goal to help LeBron James get his first NBA championship. The Big Benefactor? Dressed... Full story

Artest going to Lakers

The Associated Press

HOUSTON - Ron Artest is joining Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers. ``I am very excited to finally be going to L.A.,'' Artest said in a statement issued by his agent Thursday night. ``For years now, the Lakers have expressed interest in having... Full story

CFL fines player for TD tribute to Michael Jackson

The Associated Press

TORONTO - The Canadian Football League has fined Toronto Argonauts receiver Arland Bruce because it wasn't thrilled with his tribute to Michael Jackson after scoring a touchdown. The league announced today it fined Bruce an undisclosed amount... Full story

Mayfield not at Daytona when garage opens

The Associated Press

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Car owner Larry Gunselman says his sponsor does not want Jeremy Mayfield to drive the No. 64 this weekend at Daytona International Speedway. Gunselman says he signed Fred's, a Southeastern-based discount store, to sponsor... Full story

Pryor recalls epic brawl with Arguello

The Associated Press

NEW YORK - Nearly three decades ago, a ferocious puncher and a brilliant ring tactician waged one of boxing's epic brawls under the twinkling lights of the Orange Bowl in Miami, a fight so big that few remember Roberto Duran was on the undercard. After... Full story

Judge lifts suspension, says Mayfield can race

The Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - A judge lifted Jeremy Mayfield's drug suspension today, saying the NASCAR driver is free to race at Daytona this weekend. ``The court finds the harm to Mr. Mayfield significantly outweighs any harm to NASCAR,'' U.S. District Court... Full story

Source: Pistons meet with Bulls' Ben Gordon

The Associated Press

DETROIT - A person tells The Associated Press that Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is in talks with the Detroit Pistons about joining the team. Pistons spokesman Kevin Grigg declined comment on Gordon's situation today, saying there's an NBA moratorium... Full story

UPDATE: Ex-boxing champ Alexis Arguello found dead from gunshot wound

The Associated Press

MANAGUA, Nicaragua (AP) - Alexis Arguello, who fought in one of boxing's most classic brawls and reigned supreme at 130 pounds, was found dead at his home early Wednesday. Presidential spokeswoman Rosario Murillo confirmed Arguello's death and an autopsy... Full story

Flu cases rise to 28 at Wimbledon

The Associated Press

WIMBLEDON, England - Flu-like symptoms are spreading among Wimbledon staff, although organizers said no personnel has been diagnosed with swine flu. All England Club spokesman Johnny Perkins said today that 28 staffers have been asked to stay... Full story

Vick bankruptcy plan offers more to creditors

The Associated Press

NORFOLK, Va. - Michael Vick's revised bankruptcy plan would funnel more of his future pay to his creditors and ensure that they receive a portion of his earnings even if the suspended NFL star doesn't return to the league. Vick attorney Paul Campsen... Full story

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