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  Durant's 36 get Thunder even with Spurs

  When Lil Wayne turned down Kevin Durant's invitation to watch the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals, he missed quite a show by the three-time scoring champion.

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  Carter's OT goal gives Kings 2-0 lead

  The Los Angeles Kings are headed back to Hollywood, and the Stanley Cup is so close they don't even want to think about it.

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  Vilma's lawyer challenges Saints' ledger

  The attorney for suspended New Orleans linebacker Jonathan Vilma says a ledger of under-the-table cash bonuses and fines for Saints players shows no proof of bounties placed on targeted opponents.

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  Dickey follows no-no with 7-hit shutout

  A day after Johan Santana made Mets history, R.A. Dickey baffled the St. Louis Cardinals in his own way.

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  Strasburg dominates as Nats blank Braves

  Even though Stephen Strasburg is on a three-game winning streak, his most recent starts hadn't been especially smooth. On Saturday, he threw freely and easily, pitching four-hit ball for seven sharp innings to help lead the Washington Nationals over the Atlanta Braves 2-0.

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  Wilson helps surging Angels beat Rangers

  C.J. Wilson pitched six scoreless innings against his former teammates, Alberto Callaspo singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh and the surging Los Angeles Angels beat Texas 3-2 Saturday night to pull within 31/2 games of the AL West-leading Rangers.

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  Levin grabs Memorial lead, Woods 4 back

  Spencer Levin realizes that a one-shot lead going into the final round means next to nothing. If he didn't learn this by blowing a six-shot lead at the Phoenix Open earlier this year, he was reminded of it on the back nine Saturday at the Memorial.

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  Kings take 1-0 lead against Rangers after first period

  The Los Angeles Kings held a 1-0 lead over the New Jersey Devils after the first period of Saturday's Game Two of the Stanley Cup Finals at the Prudential Center.

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  Durant soars late as Thunder tie series with Spurs

  (Reuters) - Kevin Durant's unstoppable fourth-quarter explosion lifted Oklahoma City to a 109-103 victory over the recently unbeatable San Antonio Spurs on Saturday and leveled the Western Conference Finals series at 2-2.

• Angels relieved as Frieri holds off Rangers

  (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Angels' new reliever Ernesto Frieri rescued the team from late-inning danger to preserve a tense 3-2 triumph over the American League-leading Texas Rangers on Saturday.

• Giants baseball player Sandoval questioned over possible sex assault

  (Reuters) - San Francisco Giants all-star infielder Pablo Sandoval is under investigation in connection with a possible sexual assault on a woman in Northern California, and the case is expected to be turned over to prosecutors, police said on Saturday.

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  Surprise package Levin takes control at Memorial

  American journeyman Spencer Levin stole the limelight from four-times champion Tiger Woods at the Memorial tournament on Saturday, twice chipping in to grab a one-shot lead in the wind-buffeted third round.

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  Tiger remains on the prowl, despite putting woes

  Tiger Woods stayed ominously in the hunt for his 73rd PGA Tour title, despite being betrayed by his putter on firming greens as the winds gusted in Saturday's third round of the Memorial tournament.

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  Tallinder close to Stanley Cup recall

  New Jersey Devils coach Peter DeBeor said defenseman Henrik Tallinder, who has been sidelined since mid-January with a blood clot in his left leg, could make a surprise return for the Stanley Cup finals.

• Recapping Phillies' loss to the Marlins

  Lisa Hillary recaps Saturday's highlights, including the Phillies' loss the Miami Marlins. 60312

• NBA Draft: Temple's Eric to work out for Sixers

  Former Temple Center Micheal Eric will workout for the Sixers along with four other prospects.

• NBA draft: Owls' Eric leaning on old roommate

  A year after Lavoy Allen jumped from Temple to the Sixers, former Owls teammate Micheal Eric finds himself in the same shoes.

• NBA draft: Sixers to work out Jardine, Lamb

  The Sixers will hold a pre-draft workout for two players, including Scoop Jardine, on Sunday.

• NBA draft: O'Quinn out to impress at workouts

  Norfolk State's Kyle O'Quinn, who worked out for the Sixers Saturday, was barely a blip on the NBA draft radar before he became a star in the NCAA tourney.

• Contreras injury update: likely done for season

  MRI results confirmed that Phillies relief pitcher Jose Contreras has a complete UCL tear and a flexor pronator tear in his right elbow.

• NBA Draft: O'Quinn out to impress at workouts

  Norfolk State's Kyle O'Quinn, who worked out for the Sixers Saturday, was barely a blip on the NBA draft radar before he became a star in the NCAA tourney.

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• Daniels proves to be ready when Rivers calls

  Marquis Daniels hasn't been called upon often in the postseason, but was ready to answer Doc Rivers' call in Game 3. He was a big part of the Celtics' win.

• Carter getting last laugh in Cup Finals

  Jeff Carter is a little happier when he thinks about how he was shipped out of Philadelphia. He's now just two games away from willing the Stanley Cup.

• Quick takes road less traveled to Cup Finals

  Jonathan Quick doesn't come from a place known for producing great hockey players, but he's showing that greatness can come from anywhere.

• Buchholz finally puts it all together

  Clay Buchholz goes eight strong innings, finally giving the Red Sox the outing they've been hoping for from the promising righty.

• Rowe, Feilhaber lead Revs

  Kelyn Rowe and Benny Feilhaber give the Revs an offensive spark.

• Celtics turn down Heat with Game 3 win, 101-91

  The Celtics withstand the Heat's fourth-quarter run and take Game 3 in Boston, 101-91. Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Rajon Rondo all have over 20 points in the win.

• Santana pitches first no-no in Mets' history

  Johan Santana pitches the first no-hitter in New York Mets history in an 8-0 win over the Cardinals.

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• Boren pushing into the picture?

  Justin Boren is making people notice as he battles for a job at left guard.

• Roberts nearing happy return to Orioles

  Brian Roberts is looking more and more as if he'll be ready when his rehab assignment ends on June 12.

• Matusz leads O's past Rays

  Brian Matusz pitched effectively into the eighth inning and the Baltimore Orioles ended a six-game losing streak by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 Saturday.

• Matsuz leads O's past Rays

  Brian Matusz pitched effectively into the eighth inning and the Baltimore Orioles ended a six-game losing streak by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 Saturday.

• Ravens: Prototypical defense

  Pro Football Focus goes with on the Ravens when picking prototypes at various positions.

• Ravens: prototypical defense

  Pro Football Focus goes with on the Ravens when picking prototypes at various positions.

• Today's Orioles-Rays lineups

  The Orioles are playing the second of three games against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Game time is 4:05 p.m.

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• Fraser notes similarities between Kings, Blackhawks

  Los Angeles Kings center Colin Fraser is in his second Stanley Cup Final in the past three seasons. The former Blackhawk notices similarities between his current team and the 2010 Cup winners.

• Fire, Rolfe prepare to face Revolution

  As the Fire prepare to face the New England Revolution, they welcome back Chris Rolfe who has returned from a three-year stint playing in Germany.

• Cubs keeping Rizzo in holding pattern

  Soon enough, Cubs fans will find out if Anthony Rizzo is worth the hype. On Friday, Rizzo was named the team's minor league player of the month and Jason McLeod says he's in the "finishing stages" atTriple-A Iowa.

• Carter's strange journey puts him on Game 2 throne

  Jeff Carter was the king of the Kings Saturday night, scoring the game-winning goal 13:42 into overtime to give the Kings a 2-1 win and 2-0 Stanley Cup Final lead over the New Jersey Devils.

• Would Kerry Wood have retired if Cubs were contending?

  Kerry Wood hung it up two weeks ago, but would he still have gone through that process if the Cubs were in contention?

• Former Bulls player Orlando Woolridge dies at age 52

  Former Bulls player Orlando Woolridge has died after a long battle with heart disease. He spent five years in Chicago after being drafted as the No. 6 overall pick in 1981.

• Bulls' fortunes could be better than anticipated

  Nobody knows what the offseason holds for the Bulls, but after taking a look at the rest of the Eastern Conference, the Bulls may not be in as bad of shape as people think. Insider Aggrey Sam explain why.

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• Strasburg sensational in win over Braves

  Stephen Strasburg pitched four-hit ball for seven sharp innings and Jesus Flores homered, leading the Washington Nationals over the Atlanta Braves 2-0 on Saturday.

• Finding this year's fantasy breakout performers

  Ready to plan ahead for this year's breakout stars? You won't have to look too far outside the Washington area to find the most eligible quarterback.

• Final second proving worst second for Mystics

  Washington heads to Connecticut on Sunday after consecutive losses in the final second.

• Last second proving worst second for Mystics

  Washington heads to Connecticut on Sunday after consecutive losses in the final second.

• Redskins would have rocked 'Hard Knocks'

  A behind the scenes look at the Redskins would have made for some 'must-see' TV, here is 5 reasons why...

• RG3's arm is a hammer

  Its arm-ageddon at Redskins Park. Youd better stay out of arms way. The Redskins have an armed force.

• The Morse Effect

  When Michael Morse returns to the Nationals -- perhaps tonight -- he should have a profound impact on the club's lineup.

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• MRI for Casilla; Sandoval and Penny report to minors

  Giants interim closer Santiago Casilla isn't out of the clear yet, but he got good news from the results of an MRI on his tweaked knee Saturday.

• Warriors work out six more players on Saturday

  Saturday's workout included Memphis Will Barton, Old Dominions Kent Bazemore, VCU's Bradford Burgess, Alabamas Tony Mitchell, Fairfields Rakim Sanders and Georgetowns Hollis Thompson.

• Giants lineup: Huff batting sixth

  Aubrey Huff will be making his first start at first base since May 27th. Since returning from the disabled list, he is two for 17 with five walks.

• Ray Ratto's chat transcript (6.1.2012)

• Kansas City-A's: What to watch for

  Yoenis Cespedes returns to the A's lineup as they begin a three-game series in Kansas City after losing eight consecutive games. Insider Casey Pratt has your key storylines.

• A's Lineup: Cespedes in LF, 'Shreddick' time?

  Yoenis Cespedes is back in the lineup for the first time since May 6 as the A's look to end their eight-game losing streak in the opener against the Royals.

• BUZZ: Melky, Harbaugh, Cespedes & Cap'n Jack

  What does Melky Cabrera do for an encore? Ann Killion provides your Friday Buzz!

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