Riding High Raleigh,NC – Marquette has ridden the play of three talented guards to NCAA tournament appearances the last three years, but an undersized power forward may be pivotal to the team matching that success this season.
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Home Field EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -The NFC road to the Super Bowl will run through the Meadowlands because the New York Giants did what they had to do against frigid, swirling wind – run the ball.
Old Friend Memphis,Tn – After serving under John Calipari for seven seasons at Massachusetts, James "Bruiser" Flint took over the Minutemen when Calipari left for the New Jersey Nets in 1996.
Repeat Performance Vancouver – The last time the Anaheim Ducks played the Vancouver Canucks, Teemu Selanne had his best performance of the season.
Season Saver TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers did everything they could to save their season.
Home Sweet Home Edmonton – The Edmonton Oilers had to weather a tough road-heavy schedule early. But now that they’re finally playing some games at home, they’re not finding it to be much of an advantage.
Statement Game NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -The Tennessee Titans wanted to head into the playoffs with a little momentum. Thanks to a dominating performance over the Pittsburgh Steelers, they’ll have much more than that.
Steady Backup Washington,DC – Jason Terry is giving the Dallas Mavericks a backup they can count on. The Washington Wizards, meanwhile, can barely rely on their starters.
Not Happy Yet Atlanta,Ga – Despite owning the fourth-best record in the Eastern Conference this season, the Atlanta Hawks are far from satisfied.
Starting Hot Again Miami,Fl – For the fourth straight year, Clemson has opened the season with a lengthy winning streak.