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Deals of the Hour / July 10, 2010, 11:13 pm

Associated Press Writer

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The American Psychological Association has taken the unprecedented step of supporting an attempt to strip the license of a psychologist accused of overseeing torture. The APA has told a Texas licensing board in a letter mailed July 1 that the allegations against Dr. James ... (Source: KGAN.com 2010-07-10T21:29:38Z)

Psychology group backs detainee's abuse claim against doctor

Columbus, Ohio -- The American Psychological Association has taken the unprecedented step of supporting an attempt to strip the license of a psychologist accused of overseeing torture. The APA has told a Texas licensing board in a letter mailed July 1 that the allegations against Dr. James Mitchell ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-11T05:07:46Z)

Bobcats, Tyrus Thomas agree on five-year, $40 million deal

The deal was struck shortly after the New Jersey Nets presented a front-loaded offer sheet that would have been difficult for Charlotte to match because it's close to hitting the luxury tax, a payroll figure owner Michael ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-09T23:25:21Z)

Carlos Boozer, Chicago Bulls agree to deal

CHICAGO - Carlos Boozer is headed to the Chicago Bulls. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that the two-time All-Star forward agreed to a deal on Wednesday and is leaving the Utah Jazz ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-08T04:14:03Z)

Cliff Lee was worth the gamble for Mariners

SEATTLE -- Cliff Lee is gone now, but he'll always have a place in Mariners lore (and hearts) for his 21/2-month flashdance of brilliance. Randy Johnson was more intimidating, Jamie Moyer was more confounding, and Felix Hernandez's stuff is more dazzling. But Seattle baseball fans may never have ... (Source: Modesto Bee 2010-07-11T02:58:55Z)

The Chicago White Sox All-Time Starting Rotation

Chicago already had a rich baseball history before the founding of the American League White Sox. Al Spalding and Cap Anson had acted as owner and player/manager for the history rich White Stockings of the National League. They had won consecutive titles back in the 1880s before Spalding had sold or ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-11T02:37:26Z)

Sign of the times: 10-story-tall mural of LeBron James being taken down in Cleveland

CLEVELAND - LeBron James is being dropped off a building. And his jerseys, at least the ones not on fire, are almost being given away. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-10T21:01:00Z)

David Lee traded from Knicks to Warriors

David Lee is headed from the New York Knicks to the Golden State Warriors in a sign-and-trade deal, the All-Star forward's agent said Thursday. Mark Bartelstein said Lee, a native St. Louisan who went to Chaminade High ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-09T18:24:42Z)

Bobcats, Thomas agree to deal

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Charlotte Bobcats made a long-term commitment to forward Tyrus Thomas on Friday, coming to terms on a five-year, $40 million contract with the restricted free agent. The deal was struck ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-10T03:35:53Z)

Nix homers for 6th time in his last 7 games

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Jayson Nix homered for the sixth time in his last seven games, Jhonny Peralta hit a three-run homer and the Cleveland Indians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-3 Friday night. Cleveland went ahead 3-1 on Nix's solo shot off James Shields (7-9) in the fifth. Peralta's three-run drive ... (Source: Springfield News Sun 2010-07-10T02:45:47Z)

Baseball's All Star Game is Still a Big Deal

Depression deepening in 1933, local promoters of that year's Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago despaired of its prospects. Arch Ward, a Chicago Tribune sports editor, suggested that a special baseball event at the peak of the Expo season would stimulate interest and attendance. And so the ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-09T19:43:27Z)

Mariners trade Cliff Lee to Rangers for first baseman

SEATTLE _ The Seattle Mariners have called a 3:15 p.m. news conference, where they are expected to announce they have traded star pitcher Cliff Lee to the Texas Rangers. A news release from the Mariners says general manager Jack Zduriencik will make "a major announcement." Numerous reports ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-07-10T06:56:19Z)

Indians end Rays' win streak

Jayson Nix homered for the sixth time in his last seven games, Jhonny Peralta hit a three-run homer and the Cleveland Indians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-3 Friday night. Cleveland went ahead 3-1 on Nix's solo shot off James Shields (7-9) in the fifth. Peralta's three-run drive off Andy Sonnanstine and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T02:52:56Z)

Bobcats, Thomas agree to 5-year deal

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Charlotte Bobcats made a long-term commitment to forward Tyrus Thomas on Friday, coming to terms on a five-year, $40 million contract with the restricted free agent. The deal was struck shortly ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-10T01:12:43Z)

NBA: LeBron James mural coming down in Cleveland

CLEVELAND — LeBron James is being dropped off a building. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in downtown Cleveland on Saturday. The billboard has dominated the city's skyline ... (Source: Naples Daily News 2010-07-10T17:33:24Z)

Knicks' Walsh shoots down report he is retiring

NEW YORK -- New York Knicks president Donnie Walsh says he is not retiring, denying a report he may step down because of health problems and the disappointment of losing out on LeBron James. Walsh also denies speculation in the New York Post that his recent neck surgery had anything to do with his ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-09T18:10:23Z)

Boozer: Teams can't fear Heat

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Carlos Boozer sees championship potential in Chicago, even without LeBron James. And he insists the Bulls aren't conceding anything. The King's announcement that he's uniting with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in a powerhouse trio that could make Miami the favorite in the Eastern ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-10T08:43:42Z)

Warriors acquire David Lee from Knicks in sign-and-trade

NEW YORK — The New York Knicks sent All-Star forward David Lee to Golden State in a sign-and-trade deal Friday, giving the Warriors the marquee player they sought this offseason. Forwards Anthony Randolph, Kelenna ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-10T03:28:44Z)

Nix Homers For 6th Time In Last 7 Games

Jayson Nix homered for the sixth time in his last seven games, Jhonny Peralta hit a three-run homer and the Cleveland Indians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-3 Friday night. Cleveland went ahead 3-1 on Nix's solo shot off James Shields (7-9) in the fifth. ... » Read More ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T13:15:43Z)

Need Lance-Alot: Lance Berkman Is What the White Sox Need

The All-Star break is suddenly approaching which for many signifies the upcoming trade deadline on July 31. With the recent trade of perennial CY Young candidate Cliff Lee to the Texas Rangers many teams will open the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-11T00:14:16Z)

Knicks' Walsh denies report or retirement plans

NEW YORK—New York Knicks president Donnie Walsh says he is not retiring, denying a report he may step down because of health problems and the disappointment of losing out on LeBron James. Walsh also denies speculation in the New York Post that his recent neck surgery had anything to do with his ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-09T17:27:26Z)

LeBron Dumps Cleveland Only to Heat It Up

It was the most riveting hour of live national television since Geraldo Rivera breathlessly described the opening of Al Capone's vault 24 years ago. Instead of dirt and an empty glass bottle, we got LeBron James talking in the third person about all the talent he brought to Cleveland for seven ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-11T04:46:17Z)

Cliff Lee in Yankee pinstripes? Not a done deal; maybe a no deal (updated)

1:35 P.M. UPDATE: The twists, turns and tweets have been interesting. Now there are reports that an agreement with the Yankees isn't quite so solid and that other teams are jumping in and upping the ante. No surprise to learn of that. You think GM Jack Zduriencik won't play this hand for all it's ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-07-09T20:47:52Z)

Knicks' Walsh denies report or retirement plans

N EW YORK — New York Knicks president Donnie Walsh says he is not retiring, denying a report he may step down because of health problems and the disappointment of losing out on LeBron James. Walsh also denies speculation in the New York Post that his recent neck surgery had anything to do with his ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-09T17:48:55Z)

City Brights: Zennie Abraham : Carlos Boozer to Chicago Bulls cloud LeBron James to Knicks leaks

The Chicago Bulls, who looked all but out of the running for LeBron James , have just improved their stock in the arms race to land The Chosen One. While Phoenix Suns Forward Jared Dudley's Twitter tweet sends James to ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-08T04:21:13Z)

LeBron’s mural coming down in Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) â€" LeBron James is being dropped off a building. And his jerseys, at least the ones not on fire, are almost being given away. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a ... (Source: Valdosta Daily Times 2010-07-11T04:10:30Z)

The last PT Cruiser

A decade ago, the PT Cruiser roared onto the road with trendsetting looks and Al Capone swagger. In a sea of bland Honda Civics and Toyota Camrys, it was a retro hit. Chrysler could barely keep up with demand. On Friday morning, the last Cruiser rolled off the assembly line in Mexico ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T15:17:24Z)

ESPN -- as usual -- overplays this show

So, what'd you expect from ESPN? A classy, dignified pregame to last night's "Decision" by LeBron James? The preface was everything ESPN does to everything, and that ain't good. "We're all on the edge of our seats," SportsCenter anchor Linda Cohn said at 8:05 p.m. If so, perhaps that came from ... (Source: New York Post 2010-07-09T18:17:33Z)

Texas psychologist under fire for Gitmo detainees treatment

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- U.S. psychologists have been warned by their professional group not to take part in torturing enemy combatants. Now the American Psychological Association has taken the unprecedented step of supporting an attempt to strip the license of a psychologist accused of overseeing the ... (Source: KHOU 2010-07-11T00:50:04Z)

The Knicks trade David Lee for three Golden State Warriors

The joke is that the New York Knicks spent the entirety of the team's post-Isiah Thomas run clearing cap space for the ability to bring in LeBron James (notes) this summer, along with some other max-makin' stud. Ever ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-11T00:14:16Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 10, 2010, 9:17 pm

Most baseball deadline deals flop

Justin Smoak is the next Mark Teixeira to some. Yet one evaluator calls him "good, but not a perennial All-Star,'' likening him to late-arriving Pirate Garrett Jones . Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik was on the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-11T01:04:23Z)

Durant does the unthinkable this summer, lands deal without fanfare

Kevin Durant had every excuse to act in a manner similar to this summer's star free agents. He is only 21 years old. He was raised in a me-first, reality TV culture. He exploded on the scene last season and instantly became one of the top five players in the league. He, too, will one day become a ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-10T03:57:22Z)

Dan Gilbert VS. LeBron James: Spectacle Of Naricissism

The majority owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers (a NBA basketball team to you FIFA World Cup fans), Daniel Gilbert, has some mighty strong wrongs to say against LeBron James. Last night, during a 3-hour spectacle of narcissism on ESPN (which preempted their 2-hour FIFA World Cup special), King James ... (Source: RIGHTPUNDITS.COM 2010-07-08T23:55:10Z)

Sources: Felton, Knicks close to deal

The New York Knicks' consolation prize after missing out on LeBron James will be point guard Raymond Felton . Two league sources told ESPN.com that the Charlotte Bobcats' unrestricted free agent reached an agreement in ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-10T03:00:06Z)

Summary Box: Economic worries cast a cloud

THE EVENT: A throng of CEOs, investors and entrepreneurs from the worlds of technology and media gather at an annual conference in Sun Valley, Idaho. THE MOOD: Tech and media moguls who spoke with reporters sounded a mostly cautious note on the economy. DEALS STILL POSSIBLE: Poor economic conditions ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-09T20:26:24Z)

TheSpec.com - Sports_Wire - Fire sale: LeBron James jerseys going cheap after NBA star leaves Cleveland

CLEVELAND - They're almost giving away LeBron James jerseys in the city he left behind. All over Cleveland, No. 23 jerseys can be found at discounted rates as merchants look to get rid of their inventories for the superstar, who left the Cavaliers this week to play for the Miami Heat. At Dick's ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-10T21:22:28Z)

LeBron James brought us to our knees

Swear to the sports gods, when Jim Gray popped the question to LeBron, I thought one of two things were going to happen. Michael Jackson was going to pop out of a casket to make the announcement, or we're going to see Geraldo, Oprah, Michael Jordan and President Obama coming out of Al Capone's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-10T12:39:55Z)

The Hot Stone League

With the Mariners apparently on the verge of a closing a Cliff Lee deal with the Yankees, I thought I'd present a little background on the guy who appears to be the key to the trade, catcher Jesus Montero . At least, he ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-07-09T15:40:04Z)

Iconic LeBron James mural in Cleveland is coming down

Cleveland -- LeBron James is being dropped off a building. And his jerseys, at least the ones not on fire, are almost being given away. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in downtown Cleveland on Saturday. The billboard has dominated the city's skyline for ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-11T01:40:10Z)

Free-agent buzz: Knicks reach deal with Felton

Charlotte Bobcats free-agent point guard Raymond Felton (notes) has reached agreement with the New York Knicks on a multiyear contract, Felton's agent Tony Dutt told Yahoo! Sports. The contract won't be longer than three years, though the two sides were still negotiating final details ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-10T03:00:06Z)

LeBron's mural coming down in Cleveland

CLEVELAND -- LeBron James is being dropped off a building. And his jerseys, at least the ones not on fire, are almost being given away. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in downtown Cleveland on Saturday. AP Passersby stop to take photos of workmen removing ... (Source: Staten Island Advance 2010-07-10T22:41:13Z)

NBA: Lebron James Doesn't Go to The New York Knicks, What Do They Do Now?

The Big Apple had their fair share of heartaches Thursday night. With the King making his announcement only an earshot away from New York, Knicks fans felt like they'd been teased into thinking LeBron was coming. His ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-11T00:50:04Z)

Details emerge from wartime diaries of Bosnian Serb Gen. Mladic on deals with Bosnian Croats

AMSTERDAM (AP) — Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released Friday. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in The Hague cited ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-09T17:34:36Z)

Moguls go to Sun Valley mountains to make toasts, fish for trout and cut deals

Tech and media moguls gathered here for an annual confab this week sounded a mostly cautious note on the economy. Big debts and still-depressed housing prices will continue to weigh on consumers, said Greg Maffei, CEO of Liberty Media Corp., whose entertainment businesses include the Starz pay-TV ... (Source: Idaho Statesman 2010-07-10T05:59:03Z)

Durant feels right staying with Thunder

The Village, Okla. — Like fellow NBA superstar LeBron James the night before, Kevin Durant sat in front of dozens of kids on Friday as he talked about the future of his basketball career. The key difference: Everyone in attendance knew where Durant will be playing the next few years — the same ... (Source: LJWORLD 2010-07-10T16:14:40Z)

LeBron's 10-Story Mural Coming Down In Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) --LeBron James is being dropped off a building. And his jerseys, at least the ones not on fire, are almost being given away. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in ... (Source: KOLO TV Reno 2010-07-10T21:51:06Z)

Details emerge from Mladic's secret wartime diary

Friday, July 9, 2010 | 10:40 a.m. Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released Friday. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in ... (Source: Las Vegas Sun 2010-07-09T17:41:45Z)

Durant: To stay in Okla. 'a great feeling'

THE VILLAGE, Okla. -- Like fellow NBA superstar LeBron James the night before, Kevin Durant sat in front of dozens of kids on Friday as he talked about the future of his basketball career. The key difference: Everyone in attendance knew where Durant will be playing the next few years -- the same ... (Source: St. Augustine Record 2010-07-10T02:52:56Z)

LeBron James' breakup with Cleveland is personal

CLEVELAND — The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears — and the self-righteous fury that ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-10T00:58:24Z)

The 404 619: Where we're nothing but a pyramid scheme (podcast)

To help celebrate Friday, we bring in our good buddy Tim Geisenheimer to end the week on a good note. Of course the big news we talk about right at the top of the show is the unprecedented announcement of LeBron James' decision to sign with the Miami Heat. Being an actual fan of the NBA, Tim helps ... (Source: CNet 2010-07-09T18:46:11Z)

Fire sale: Prices for LeBron jerseys slashed in Cleveland

CLEVELAND -- They're almost giving away LeBron James jerseys in the city he left behind. All over Cleveland, No. 23 jerseys can be found at discounted rates as merchants look to get rid of their inventories for the ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-10T21:43:57Z)

Yanks sign veteran corner infielder Tracy

As the Yankees wait in hopes of finalizing a deal with the Mariners to acquire Cliff Lee -- one that appears imminent, according to multiple reports -- they signed Chad Tracy to a Minor League deal on Friday, according ... (Source: New York Yankees 2010-07-09T18:03:14Z)

Analysis: James spectacle the ultimate in reality television

CLEVELAND -- The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears -- and the self-righteous fury that inevitably ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-07-10T17:26:15Z)

Win Before LeBron James? How, Dan Gilbert? Root for Lakers and Harrison Barnes?

"I PERSONALLY GUARANTEE THAT THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS WILL WIN AN NBA CHAMPIONSHIP BEFORE THE SELF-TITLED FORMER 'KING' WINS ONE.'' After LeBron James decided to "take his talents" to Miami, Dan Gilbert's emotions changed ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-11T03:49:01Z)

The last PT Cruiser

A decade ago, the PT Cruiser roared onto the road with trendsetting looks and Al Capone swagger. In a sea of bland Honda Civics and Toyota Camrys, it was a retro hit. Chrysler could barely keep up with demand. On Friday morning, the last Cruiser rolled off the assembly line in Mexico ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T15:17:24Z)

Details emerge from Mladic's diary

Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in The Hague cited Mladic's diaries, seized in a raid ... (Source: WA today 2010-07-09T21:59:27Z)

LeBron's jilting of Cleveland gets personal for fans and casual observers alike

CLEVELAND - The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears — and the self-righteous fury that inevitably ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-10T18:02:02Z)

LeBron jerseys selling for 75% off

CLEVELAND - They're almost giving away LeBron James jerseys in the city he left behind. All over Cleveland, No. 23 jerseys can be found at discounted rates as merchants look to get rid of their inventories for the ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-07-11T02:23:07Z)

ESPN -- as usual -- overplays this show

So, what'd you expect from ESPN? A classy, dignified pregame to last night's "Decision" by LeBron James? The preface was everything ESPN does to everything, and that ain't good. "We're all on the edge of our seats," SportsCenter anchor Linda Cohn said at 8:05 p.m. If so, perhaps that came from ... (Source: New York Post 2010-07-09T18:17:33Z)

Tag: SUN VALLEY 2010

1:57 p.m. | Updated SUN VALLEY, Idaho — For years, the Allen & Company annual retreat here has been the birthplace of mega-deals that have reshaped the media landscape. Exhibit A: the sale of ABC to the Walt Disney Company . Exhibit B: the sale of a majority stake in NBC Universal to Comcast ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-07T23:56:21Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 10, 2010, 5:11 pm

Wolves take Beasley off the Heat's hands

The Timberwolves late Thursday night acquired forward Michael Beasley from the Miami Heat for a 2011 second-round draft pick and a swap of future first-round picks. The trade enables the Heat to clear more salary cap ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-09T14:14:10Z)

Sign of the times: 10-story-tall mural of LeBron James being taken down in Cleveland

CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James is being dropped off a building. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in downtown Cleveland on Saturday. The billboard has dominated the city's ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-10T18:23:31Z)

ESPN analyst Jeremy Green loses job after arrest for child pornography

Bristol, Conn. -- Jeremy Green, the son of former NFL coach Dennis Green, no longer has a job as an NFL analyst at ESPN after being arrested this week on a child pornography charge in Connecticut. Bristol police say the ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-10T04:18:50Z)

NBA Capsules: Welcome to Miami, LeBron, as Heat begin the party

MIAMI (AP) — Dressed in his new Heat uniform, LeBron James took a look at his new home crowd and grinned. The MVP has taken center stage in Miami. "It feels right," James said. "To be in this position, to wear ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-10T03:00:06Z)

Cleveland grieving LeBron James' departure

CLEVELAND -- Charred remains of a torched LeBron James jersey were scattered among ashes and 10 spent wooden matchsticks on a sidewalk across the street from Quicken Loans Arena. Over on Ontario Street, workers prepared ... (Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal 2010-07-10T23:38:29Z)

Magic to consider matching Bulls' offer for Redick

After struggling early in his NBA career, J.J. Redick has steadily improved and become a key contributor for the Orlando Magic. Now they'll have to pay the price to keep him. Magic general manager Otis Smith said Saturday that he plans to take "the full seven days" to decide whether to match an ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T23:17:00Z)

LeBron James' breakup with Cleveland is personal

CLEVELAND — The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears — and the self-righteous fury that ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-10T00:58:24Z)

Mariners trade ace Cliff Lee to Texas Rangers

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Cliff Lee was indeed traded to a first-place team. Except it was the Texas Rangers and not the New York Yankees who got one of the most coveted players on the market. Despite bankruptcy proceedings and unsettled ownership, the Rangers completed a six-player deal Friday with ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-10T08:00:45Z)

Bulls' offer of $20 million might be too rich for Magic owner DeVos

The Magic have nothing left? No money for JJ? Where did it go? Vince and Lewis yea I know. But hey if I had a new arena to fill, I would have cleared the roster and kept Howard, Gortat, Redick Petrius, Barnes and Anderson and gone after Lebron. Can you imagine a new arena and roster with Howard and ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel (blog) 2010-07-10T13:51:30Z)

Durant feels right staying with Thunder

The Village, Okla. — Like fellow NBA superstar LeBron James the night before, Kevin Durant sat in front of dozens of kids on Friday as he talked about the future of his basketball career. The key difference: Everyone in attendance knew where Durant will be playing the next few years — the same ... (Source: LJWORLD 2010-07-10T16:14:40Z)

New York Knicks, Amar'e Stoudemire complete deal

NEW YORK — Amare Stoudemire is headed to the New York Knicks , and both sides are hoping he's not coming alone. 07/05/2010 Miami Heat fans showed up to greet Dwyane Wade upon his arrival in Miami, but were sent to the ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-06T03:33:28Z)

Chrysler produces its last PT Cruiser

DETROIT — A decade ago, the PT Cruiser roared onto the road with trendsetting looks and Al Capone swagger. In a sea of bland Honda Civics and Toyota Camrys, it was a retro hit. Chrysler could barely keep up with demand. On Friday morning, the last Cruiser rolled off the assembly line in Mexico ... (Source: Courier-Post 2010-07-10T15:03:05Z)

LeBron's jilting of Cleveland gets personal for fans and casual observers alike

CLEVELAND - The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears — and the self-righteous fury that inevitably ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-10T18:02:02Z)

Bulls Introduce Boozer, Make More Moves

Yesterday, after losing out on the Big 3 Sweepstakes , the Bulls officially introduced their 'big' free agent signing of this off-season, Carlos Boozer, who has inked a five-year, $76 million deal with the team. Said Jerry Reinsdorf at the press conference: "I also think we're a better team than ... (Source: Chicagoist 2010-07-10T16:14:40Z)

Details emerge from Mladic's secret wartime diary

Friday, July 9, 2010 | 10:40 a.m. Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released Friday. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in ... (Source: Las Vegas Sun 2010-07-09T17:41:45Z)

With Lee fronting rotation, Rangers all but secure spot in postseason

Within hours of breaking off a deal that would have sent lefty ace Cliff Lee to the New York Yankees for top hitting prospect Jesus Montero and two others, the Seattle Mariners have finalized a deal to instead send Lee, injured reliever Mark Lowe , and some cash relief to the Texas Rangers for ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-08T23:55:10Z)

Cleveland is left at a loss

With that, LeBron James brought joy to the Miami Heat and their fans, disappointment to New York and Chicago, and enormous sorrow to people in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio, who have, as he himself said, "seen me grow from an 18-year-old kid to a 25-year-old man.'' The vehicle was an hourlong ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-09T21:09:21Z)

Michael Beasley heads north

N ow that LeBron James has finally made his decision, David Kahn expects the Minnesota Timberwolves transformation to really start taking shape. James chose Miami on Thursday night and hours later the Wolves agreed to ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-10T05:01:47Z)

LeBron James brought us to our knees

Swear to the sports gods, when Jim Gray popped the question to LeBron, I thought one of two things were going to happen. Michael Jackson was going to pop out of a casket to make the announcement, or we're going to see Geraldo, Oprah, Michael Jordan and President Obama coming out of Al Capone's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-10T12:39:55Z)

Jeremy Green, son of former NFL coach, arrested in Conn. on child porn charge, loses ...

BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — Jeremy Green, the son of former NFL coach Dennis Green, no longer has a job as an NFL analyst at ESPN after being arrested this week on a child pornography charge in Connecticut. Bristol police ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-09T21:30:49Z)

LeBron James' mural coming down in Cleveland

C LEVELAND — LeBron James is being dropped off a building. Workers began dismantling the 10-story-tall iconic image of James on a mural in downtown Cleveland on Saturday. The billboard has dominated the city's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-10T19:06:28Z)

NBA: Lebron James Doesn't Go to The New York Knicks, What Do They Do Now?

The Big Apple had their fair share of heartaches Thursday night. With the King making his announcement only an earshot away from New York, Knicks fans felt like they'd been teased into thinking LeBron was coming. His ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-10T21:58:16Z)

Details emerge from wartime diaries of Bosnian Serb Gen. Mladic on deals with Bosnian Croats

AMSTERDAM (AP) — Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released Friday. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in The Hague cited ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-09T17:34:36Z)

ESPN, ACC reach 12-year TV rights deal

The Atlantic Coast Conference and Bristol-based ESPN have agreed to a 12-year deal that would give the network exclusive rights to conference football and men's basketball game, The Associated Press reports. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed Thursday. The deal begins in the ... (Source: Hartford Business 2010-07-09T16:01:32Z)

Durant does the unthinkable this summer, lands deal without fanfare

Kevin Durant had every excuse to act in a manner similar to this summer's star free agents. He is only 21 years old. He was raised in a me-first, reality TV culture. He exploded on the scene last season and instantly became one of the top five players in the league. He, too, will one day become a ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-10T03:57:22Z)

LeBron crushes Cleveland

CLEVELAND - Charred remains of a torched LeBron James jersey were scattered among ashes and 10 spent wooden matchsticks on a sidewalk across the street from Quicken Loans Arena. Over on Ontario Street, workers prepared to remove a massive 100-foot-high billboard of James, his arms outstretched, that ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2010-07-10T04:47:28Z)

Bosnian Serb diary details war deals

AMSTERDAM - Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-10T20:18:03Z)

Former USC Star Traded

WYFF 4.com Former USC baseball standout Justin Smoak was traded Friday from the Texas Rangers to the Seattle Mariners. The Rangers received Cy Young winner Cliff Lee and a reliever in the deal. Three other Ranger minor leaguers were also part of the swap. Smoak was hitting .209 with eight homers and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T00:15:27Z)

The last PT Cruiser

A decade ago, the PT Cruiser roared onto the road with trendsetting looks and Al Capone swagger. In a sea of bland Honda Civics and Toyota Camrys, it was a retro hit. Chrysler could barely keep up with demand. On Friday morning, the last Cruiser rolled off the assembly line in Mexico ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T15:17:24Z)

Free-agent buzz: Felton to join Knicks

Charlotte Bobcats free-agent point guard Raymond Felton (notes) has reached agreement with the New York Knicks on a multiyear contract, Felton's agent Tony Dutt told Yahoo! Sports. The contract won't be longer than ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-10T21:58:16Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 10, 2010, 4:13 pm

LeBron James brought us to our knees

Swear to the sports gods, when Jim Gray popped the question to LeBron, I thought one of two things were going to happen. Michael Jackson was going to pop out of a casket to make the announcement, or we're going to see Geraldo, Oprah, Michael Jordan and President Obama coming out of Al Capone's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-10T12:39:55Z)

NBA Free Agency: New York Knicks Winners in David Lee-To-Warriors Deal

LeBron James stiffed the Knicks with his decision to sign with the Miami Heat. The Knicks, however, wasted no time before listening to their new leader, Amar'e Stoudemire, who at Thursday's press conference said, "it ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-09T17:34:36Z)

Raiders sign third-round draft pick Jared Valdheer (Hillsdale College)

ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders have agreed to contracts with third-round offensive lineman Jared Veldheer and fourth-rounder Bruce Campbell. The deals announced Friday are the first the team has reached with ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-10T08:15:04Z)

Chrysler puts brakes on popular PT Cruiser

A decade ago, the PT Cruiser roared onto the road with trendsetting looks and Al Capone swagger. In a sea of bland Honda Civics and Toyota Camrys, it was a retro hit. Chrysler could barely keep up with demand. On Friday morning, the last Cruiser rolled off the assembly line in Mexico, finally killed ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-07-10T13:44:21Z)

Warriors Team hopes to 'eat glass' with Lee deal

No one said it specifically. Instead, they came up with a variety of more telling ways to make the point. When the Warriors' sign-and-trade deal for David Lee became official Friday afternoon, Golden State became a completely different team. With the acquisition of one of only three 20-point-and-10 ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-10T07:03:29Z)

Details emerge from Mladic's secret wartime diary

Friday, July 9, 2010 | 10:40 a.m. Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released Friday. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in ... (Source: Las Vegas Sun 2010-07-09T17:41:45Z)

On the write path? Kim might need to update book if she wins US Women's Open

OAKMONT, Pa. - Christina Kim recently co-authored a funny and insightful book about her LPGA career and the inner workings of women's golf. Perhaps she was a bit premature in writing it, because she possibly left out the ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-10T20:53:50Z)

NBA Capsules: Welcome to Miami, LeBron, as Heat begin the party

MIAMI (AP) — Dressed in his new Heat uniform, LeBron James took a look at his new home crowd and grinned. The MVP has taken center stage in Miami. "It feels right," James said. "To be in this position, to wear ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-10T03:00:06Z)

Moguls in Sun Valley to Focus on Web, Not Mega-Deals

July 6 (Bloomberg) -- Media moguls at Allen & Co.'s annual conference, usually on the prowl for the next big deal, are paying more attention to small screens as they confront rapidly shifting consumer tastes. With more ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-09T19:50:36Z)

Sun Valley Mogul Camp to Focus on Small Internet Screens, Not Mega-Mergers

Media moguls at Allen & Co. 's annual conference, usually on the prowl for the next big deal, are paying more attention to small screens as they confront rapidly shifting consumer tastes. Shrinking DVD sales and ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-06T04:59:22Z)

Raiders sign picks Jared Veldheer, Bruce Campbell

ALAMEDA, Calif. -- The Oakland Raiders have agreed to contracts with third-round offensive lineman Jared Veldheer and fourth-rounder Bruce Campbell. The deals announced Friday are the first the team has reached with this ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-09T21:09:21Z)

Boozer: Teams can't fear Heat

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Carlos Boozer sees championship potential in Chicago, even without LeBron James. And he insists the Bulls aren't conceding anything. The King's announcement that he's uniting with Dwyane Wade and ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-10T08:43:42Z)

Bosnian Serb diary details war deals

AMSTERDAM - Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-10T20:18:03Z)

Raiders sign 2 draft picks

(AP) — The Oakland Raiders have agreed to contracts with third-round offensive lineman Jared Veldheer and fourth-rounder Bruce Campbell. The deals announced Friday are the first the team has reached with this year's ... (Source: Newsday 2010-07-09T21:37:58Z)

Dow and S&P flat ahead of earnings

In deal news, Air Products and Chemicals Inc <APD.N> late Thursday raised its hostile bid for rival Airgas Inc <ARG.N> by 5.8 percent to $5.3 billion, but the offer remained slightly below the company's current market value. Air Products shares rose 0.9 percent to $69.41, while Airgas stock shot up ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-07-09T16:01:32Z)

Carlos Boozer: Teams must face the Heat

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Carlos Boozer sees championship potential in Chicago, even without LeBron James. And he insists the Bulls aren't conceding anything. The King's announcement that he's uniting with Dwyane Wade and ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-10T03:35:53Z)

Cleveland says LeBron "a disgrace"

CLEVELAND — Charred remains of a torched LeBron James jersey were scattered among ashes and 10 spent wooden matchsticks on a sidewalk across the street from Quicken Loans Arena. Over on Ontario Street, workers prepared ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2010-07-10T15:38:52Z)

Wall Street up ahead of earnings; Google lifts Nasdaq

In deal news, Air Products and Chemicals Inc <APD.N> late Thursday raised its hostile bid for rival Airgas Inc <ARG.N> by 5.8 percent to $5.3 billion, but the offer remained slightly below the company's current market value. Air Products rose 0.8 percent to $69.36, while Airgas rose 1.2 percent to ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-07-09T18:53:20Z)

Moonves, Iger Tell New Moguls to Sign Up Customers Who Will Pay

July 9 (Bloomberg) -- Media executives at Allen & Co.'s annual conference have a message for websites and device makers that want TV shows and films: Customers have to pay and new deals can't cannibalize existing profits. "The overriding issue for all content-producing companies is whether we ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-09T04:27:11Z)

23 skidoo: Cleveland rids itself of LeBron

Charred remains of a torched LeBron James jersey were scattered among ashes and 10 spent wooden matchsticks on a sidewalk across the street from Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. Over on Ontario Street, workers prepared ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-07-10T16:07:30Z)

Details emerge from wartime diaries of Bosnian Serb Gen. Mladic on deals with Bosnian Croats

AMSTERDAM (AP) — Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic recorded details of secret deals with Bosnian Croats to divide the country and expel the Muslim population in the early 1990s, according to excerpts of his diaries released Friday. Prosecutors at the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal in The Hague cited ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-09T17:34:36Z)

Hawks sign CMA grad Jordan Crawford

Atlanta -- The Atlanta Hawks have signed first-round draft pick Jordan Crawford. His agent said Friday the 6-foot-4 guard, a graduate of Communication and Media Arts in Detroit, agreed to a four-year deal that will pay ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-10T06:06:13Z)

The last PT Cruiser

A decade ago, the PT Cruiser roared onto the road with trendsetting looks and Al Capone swagger. In a sea of bland Honda Civics and Toyota Camrys, it was a retro hit. Chrysler could barely keep up with demand. On Friday morning, the last Cruiser rolled off the assembly line in Mexico ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-10T15:17:24Z)

Warriors acquire David Lee from Knicks in sign-and-trade

NEW YORK — The New York Knicks sent All-Star forward David Lee to Golden State in a sign-and-trade deal Friday, giving the Warriors the marquee player they sought this offseason. Forwards Anthony Randolph, Kelenna ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-10T03:28:44Z)

LeBron James' breakup with Cleveland is personal

CLEVELAND — The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears — and the self-righteous fury that ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-10T00:58:24Z)

LeBron's jilting of Cleveland gets personal for fans and casual observers alike

CLEVELAND - The elimination ceremony boiled down to a single sentence, uttered by the most coveted bachelor of them all. And it ended, as such endings always do, with tears — and the self-righteous fury that inevitably ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-10T18:02:02Z)

Cleveland grieving LeBron James' departure

CLEVELAND -- Charred remains of a torched LeBron James jersey were scattered among ashes and 10 spent wooden matchsticks on a sidewalk across the street from Quicken Loans Arena. Over on Ontario Street, workers prepared ... (Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal 2010-07-10T19:49:25Z)

Air Products beefs up offer for rival Airgas Inc.

View full size Express-Times File Photo The Air Products logo appears on the side of a liquid nitrogen container. Lehigh Valley-based Air Products and Chemicals Inc. has upped the ante in its bid to complete a hostile takeover of rival Airgas Inc. Air Products increased its offer to buy all ... (Source: LehighValleyLive.com 2010-07-09T22:13:46Z)

2 rounds and gone again for Wie at US Women's Open

OAKMONT, Pa. - It wouldn't have been difficult envisioning Michelle Wie, Eun-Hee Ji and Se Ri Pak being grouped together near the top of the U.S. Women's Open leaderboard not that long ago. Like, maybe last year. Instead ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-10T21:58:16Z)

Welcome to Miami, LeBron, as Heat begin the party

Mariners trade a... Seattle Mariners starter Cliff Lee pitches against the Detroit Tigers in the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, July 4, 2010, in Detroit. Lee was a player selection for the All-Star game. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) LeBron's breakup... A lone passerby looks up at the giant ... (Source: comcast.net 2010-07-10T00:51:15Z)

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