Fresh And Ready Phoenix,Az – Home is beckoning for Gonzaga, which has the chance to complete an impressive sweep of opponents on the road over a stretch of nearly three weeks on Sunday when it plays Arizona as part of the Desert Classic at U.S. Airways Center in Phoenix.
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Denfensive Problems Defensive struggles have plagued the Minnesota Wild all season, something that’s been highlighted during their current swoon.
One Long Streak Salt lake City,Ut – Dwight Howard hasn’t missed one game since the Orlando Magic drafted him first overall in 2004, and his teammates hope that streak continues despite leaving his last game early because of knee pain.
Rolling Along Atlanta,Ga – A victory over the Atlanta Hawks three weeks ago helped the Cleveland Cavaliers bounce back from a disappointing defeat.
Instate Rivals West Lafayette,In – If Purdue can play as well against Indiana State as it just did versus another in-state opponent, the Sycamores could be in for a long Saturday afternoon in West Lafayette.
Starting Fresh Anaheim,Ca – With a disappointing loss behind it, UCLA can now look to building for the rigors of the Pac-10 Conference.
Home Cooking San Jose,Ca – It’s doubtful the San Jose Sharks would mind playing another five straight games at home. The St. Louis Blues are probably glad to see California for the last time this season.
Offensive Explosion East Rutherford, NJ – Nobody seems able to shut down New Jersey’s offense right now, but on Saturday night the Devils will face the last team to do just that.
Yankees Sign Burnett NEW YORK (AP) -The New York Yankees reeled in another pitcher with a rich offer, reaching agreement with free agent A.J. Burnett on $82.5 million, five-year contract Friday.
New Coach,Same Result Denver,Co – The result from Kevin McHale’s debut in his second stint as the coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves was the same as the majority of the team’s games this season.