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Duke's Christian Laettner stretches during a news conference in Indianapolis in March 1991.

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In 'I Hate Christian Laettner,' ESPN Explores The Belly Of The Beast

3:31pm March 13, 2015

by Linda Holmes

Christian Laettner played basketball for Duke in the early '90s, and ESPN's excellent documentary series investigates the intriguing vehemence with which people ... well, hated him, and still do.

Mayweather, Pacquiao Will Brawl For Boxing's Richest Purse Ever

10:28am March 13, 2015

by Nate Rott

The upcoming bout between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao may or may not be the greatest of all time, but the two fighters are expected to take home at least $200 million combined.

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Hype Officially Begins For Mayweather-Pacquiano Fight

9:45am March 13, 2015

by Tom Goldman

There was fear in the boxing world that this generation's two best fighters would retire before facing each other in the ring. But the Floyd Mayweather, Jr. and Manny Pacquiao fight is on for May 2.

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Does NCAA Ban On Paying Student Athletes Violate Federal Law?

7:56am March 13, 2015

by Jacob Goldstein

The top college basketball teams face off next week in the NCAA tournament. And, a panel of judges will hear arguments over whether colleges should be allowed to pay basketball and football players.

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Princeton Women's Undefeated Season Sets Eyes On March Madness

10:40pm March 11, 2015

They did it! The Princeton Women's Basketball team finished their regular season, undefeated: 30-0. Melissa Block talks to Coach Courtney Banghart about how, and her aspirations for March Madness.

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Earl Lloyd of the Syracuse Nationals poses for a portrait circa 1950 in Syracuse, N.Y.

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Earl Lloyd Was Basketball's Jackie Robinson. Why Isn't He Famous?

1:55pm March 11, 2015

by Gene Demby

Earl Lloyd, the NBA's first black player, wasn't celebrated like Jackie Robinson, but today, Lloyd's league occupies a far bigger place in the black — and global — imagination.

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Deford: NCAA Fans Continue To Drink Deeply Of The (Sports) Spirits

7:41am March 11, 2015

by Frank Deford

Recent scandals involving student athletes at Syracuse University and other prominent athletic departments, remind commentator Frank Deford of speakeasies during Prohibition.

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Caddies File $50 Million Class-Action Lawsuit Against PGA Tour

7:41am March 11, 2015

More than 100 caddies filed legal action against the Professional Golfers Association for $50 million in advertising revenue. Renee Montagne talks to Rex Hoggard, a senior writer at the Golf Channel.

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A&T To Acquire Stadium From City

5:27pm March 10, 2015

by Neal Charnoff

North Carolina A&T State University and the city of Greensboro have reached a deal on War Memorial Stadium. Officials hope an upgraded stadium will be a catalyst for the area.

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Aliy Zirkle drives her dog team during the 2014 Iditarod.

Iditarod's Top Dogs Will Brave New Twists

9:20am March 09, 2015

by Emily Schwing

In the already challenging sled dog race, there has been a change in the normal route due to warm weather. The strongest veteran mushers size up their strengths that have prepared them to compete.

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