Rockets try to even series against Lakers after losing Yao for rest of playoffsHOUSTON — The Houston Rockets are down 2-1 in their Western Conference semifinal against the Los Angeles Lakers and they’ll be down their best player for the rest of the series. A’s send INF Joe Dillon to Tampa Bay to complete trade for Adam KennedyOAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Athletics have sent infielder Joe Dillon to Tampa Bay to complete the trade that sent Adam Kennedy to the A’s one day earlier. Hail the mighty home run: Ball flies, woes seem to go awayBALTIMORE — Memo to Jake Peavy, or whoever starts July 3 for the San Diego Padres: Don’t throw a first-pitch fastball to Manny Ramirez. Yankees add veteran pitcher Tomko to shaky bullpen; he had 0.64 ERA in Triple-ABALTIMORE — The New York Yankees purchased the contract of right-hander Brett Tomko from Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre before Saturday’s game at Baltimore. Owner Tom Hicks’ living on borrowed dime casts doubt over Rangers, Stars through loan defaultDALLAS — Tom Hicks owns the Texas Rangers and the Dallas Stars because he’s been a pro at turning borrowed money into handsome profits. Rockets’ Ron Artest will play in Game 4 after league downgrades hard foul on Lakers’ Pau GasolHOUSTON — The NBA downgraded a flagrant foul called against Ron Artest, determining Saturday that the play should not have been severe enough to warrant an ejection. A’s promote Adam Kennedy, insert infielder in lineup against Blue Jays; recall RHP Jeff GrayOAKLAND, Calif. — Infielder Adam Kennedy has been added to the Oakland Athletics’ roster one day after being acquired him from Tampa Bay. Mets manager Jerry Manuel suspended 1 game for making contact with umpire during argumentNEW YORK — Mets manager Jerry Manuel was suspended one game and fined for making contact with an umpire during an argument in a game on Thursday night. Kobe Bryant scores 33 to lead Lakers past Rockets 108-94 in Game 3 and take 2-1 leadHOUSTON — Kobe Bryant scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Lakers took a 2-1 lead in their Western Conference semifinal series with a 108-94 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night. Bryant scores 33 to lead Lakers past Rockets 108-94 in Game 3HOUSTON — Kobe Bryant scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Lakers took a 2-1 lead in their Western Conference semifinal series with a 108-94 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night. Braun hits 2-run homer in eighth to lift Brewers to 3-2 win over injury-plagued CubsMILWAUKEE — Ryan Braun hit a two-run homer in the eighth and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs, who may be without third baseman Aramis Ramirez for an extended period after he dislocated his left shoulder Friday night. Dwight Howard powers Magic to 117-96 win and 2-1 series lead over CelticsORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic seem to be at their best when they’re shorthanded. Dwight Howard had 17 points, 14 rebounds and five blocks to lift the Orlando Magic to a 117-96 victory over the Boston Celtics on Friday night and a 2-1 series lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal. Raiders sign FB Neal, RB Russell; WR Walker undergoes knee surgeryALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders have bolstered their backfield by signing fullback Lorenzo Neal and running back Gary Russell. Dwight Howard powers Magic to 117-96 win and 2-1 series lead over CelticsORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic seem to be at their best when they’re shorthanded. Dodgers begin adjusting to life without Manny RamirezLOS ANGELES — A pair of baggy black jeans hung inside his locker. A nearly empty water bottle sat on a shelf. A pristine No. 99 jersey was ready to be slipped on. Orioles send disgruntled Freel to Cubs for OF Gathright to help bolster depth for both clubsBALTIMORE — The Baltimore Orioles have traded disgruntled utility player Ryan Freel to the Chicago Cubs for reserve outfielder Joey Gathright. Derek Fisher suspended for Game 3, Lakers expecting physical play to continue in HoustonHOUSTON — Round 3 might be a more fitting label than Game 3 when the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets meet Friday night in the Western Conference semifinal series. NCAA to review Chattanooga complaint about loss from hosting tourney games with no local teamsCHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Chattanooga has complained to the NCAA, saying it lost money hosting women’s tournament games because the teams had no local ties. Magic’s Courtney Lee to return for Game 3 against Celtics in Eastern Conference semifinalORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic will get a much-needed boost in their backcourt for Game 3 against the Boston Celtics with the return of Courtney Lee. Colts’ restructuring leads to another change with departure of longtime personnel adviserINDIANAPOLIS — A longtime player personnel official for the Indianapolis Colts has left the team in a front-office restructuring. Arizona makes “unconventional” promotion of 34-year-old Hinch to managerPHOENIX — After firing Bob Melvin, the Arizona Diamondbacks have turned their fortunes over to a 34-year-old former catcher with no experience as a manager. A’s acquire infielder Adam Kennedy from Tampa Bay for player to be namedOAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Athletics have acquired infielder Adam Kennedy from the Tampa Bay Rays for a player to be named. Will he or won’t he? Favre questions continue, amid reports Vikes are looking at his X-raysMINNEAPOLIS — Is Brett Favre healthy and hungry enough to end his retirement again? And how badly do the Minnesota Vikings want him? QB Ryan excited to work with 10-time Pro Bowl tight end Tony GonzalezFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Matt Ryan isn’t trying to hide his excitement about the arrival of Tony Gonzalez. Rams release six-year veteran linebacker Pisa Tinoisamoa, the team’s leading tackler in ‘08ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Rams have released veteran linebacker Pisa Tinoisamoa, the team’s leading tackler last season. Builder of Cowboys’ collapsed training facility had 3 other buildings fall in heavy weatherDALLAS — Court records show the company that built the Dallas Cowboys’ collapsed training facility also manufactured at least three other buildings that have fallen in heavy weather since 2002. Seahawks getting jump start on ’succession plan’ for star LT Walter JonesRENTON, Wash. — The Seahawks’ future without Walter Jones is now. Hold your horses! Former Pimlico owner De Francis willing to step up to save racing in MDBALTIMORE — Alarmed over the state of the Maryland horse racing industry, former Pimlico Race Course owner Joe De Francis said Wednesday he would be willing to throw his support behind efforts to keep the struggling track afloat. Bengals get RB Brian Leonard from Rams for DT Orien HarrisCINCINNATI — Looking to add depth at running back, the Cincinnati Bengals acquired Brian Leonard in a trade with the St. Louis Rams on Thursday. Despite leadership change, Pac-10 conference appears likely to remain pro-BCSPHOENIX — The coming change of commissioners in the Pac-10 provided a glimmer of hope for advocates of a college football playoff. |
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