Flyers vs. Red Wings Preview DETROIT, MI (AP) – A stunning loss to one of the NHL’s weakest teams marked the close of 2010 for the Western Conference-leading Detroit Red Wings.
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Grizzlies vs. Jazz Preview SALT LAKE CITY, UT (AP) – The Utah Jazz struggled a bit in December, though they still haven’t lost to a team with a losing record since October.
Nets vs. Timberwolves Preview It may be a stretch for the Minnesota Timberwolves to believe they should have won their last home game.
Warriors vs. Heat Preview MIAMI, FL (AP) – A stellar final month of 2010 has the Miami Heat extremely confident heading into the new year.
Capitals vs. Penguins Preview PITTSBURGH, PA (AP) – Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux never took their can-you-top-this rivalry outdoors, back to the purest form of hockey played on ponds instead of indoor palaces. Where whipping winds and a frozen shooting hand can influence the result as much as a hot goaltender.
Sharks vs. Kings Odds LOS ANGELES, CA (AP) – The Los Angeles Kings are wondering why their last two games didn’t look anything at all like their victory earlier this week over the San Jose Sharks.
Rangers vs. Lightning Preview TAMPA BAY, FL (AP) – Keeping pace with Sidney Crosby’s amazing season seems almost impossible, but Steven Stamkos is doing everything he can to keep the league’s best player within his sights.
Lee signs deal with O’s BALTIMORE, MD (AP) – The Baltimore Orioles and free agent first baseman Derrek Lee have reached an oral agreement on a one-year contract pending a physical.
Hawks vs. Thunder Preview OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (AP) – The Atlanta Hawks have been dominant at home this month, but they’ve been far less spectacular on the road.
Wizards vs. Pacers Preview INDIANAPOLIS, IN (AP) – A strong second half helped the Washington Wizards cruise past the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday in the nation’s capital. They shouldn’t expect Friday afternoon’s rematch to be quite as easy.