Andre Iguodala finished with 16 points, seven rebounds and four assists as the Philadelphia 76ers rallied to beat the Boston Celtics 92-83 in game four of their Eastern Conference series.

American Jason Dufner rolled in four birdies on his final five holes for a four-under 66 and a one-shot lead after the second round of the PGA Tour's Byron Nelson Championship.

Taking batting practice and infield practice are rituals in baseball.

Former US Open champion Graeme McDowell defeated Spanish star Sergio Garcia in a thrilling extra-hole duel to reach the Volvo World Match Play Championship semi-finals on Saturday.

Tony Parker scored 23 points and Tim Duncan added 19 as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 96-86 for their 17th NBA victory in a row.

In his latest playoff gem, Henrik Lundqvist had little time to do more than stop every breakaway or 2-on-1 attempt New Jersey shot his way. When he took a moment to breathe, Lundqvist had all the confidence his New York Rangers would bail him out with a goal or two.

American Jason Dufner fired a one-under par 69 to keep a one-stroke lead after the third round of the PGA Byron Nelson Championship but Vijay Singh and Jason Day are among those hot on his heels.

Refreshed in body and spirit, the Miami Heat returned to practice reunited and refocused.

It's not often a race car driver intentionally cruises slowly at the back of the field.

Reds manager Dusty Baker went deep into his dominant bullpen to find someone who could put away the New York Yankees.

Kerry Wood, who electrified the worldwide of baseball with an amazing start to his career, pitched his final game in the majors on Friday, retiring after one final, emotional appearance with the Chicago Cubs.

Two outs were all that separated Justin Verlander from yet another rare achievement ? and an exclusive club that includes Cy Young, Nolan Ryan and only three other pitchers.

Reigning US Women's Open champion So Yeon Ryu of South Korea was ousted 2-up by American Vicky Hurst on Saturday in a quarter-final at the LPGA Sybase Match-Play Championship.

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.

Andy Pettitte gave the New York Yankees a Turn Back the Clock night.

but fallen short in the Belmont Stakes. I'll Have Another will try to snap that streak on June 9.

Kevin Durant hit the go-ahead three pointer with 13 seconds left to lift the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 103-100 win over Los Angeles to put the Lakers on the brink of elimination.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The key witness in former baseball pitching ace Roger Clemens' perjury trial testified on Friday that evidence he turned over to federal investigators showed Clemens had used performance-enhancing drugs but that it also included items used by other players.

DETROIT (Reuters) - General Motors Co will not advertise in next year's Super Bowl because it is too expensive, the top marketing executive for the U.S. automaker said three days after the company announced it was dropping paid ads on Facebook Inc. The 2013 Super Bowl will be broadcast by CBS Corp, which is selling 30-second ads for as much as $4 million. Spots on NBC's broadcast of this year's National Football League championship game, the most heavily watched annual event on U.S. television, cost about $3.5 million per 30-second spot. NBC is majority-owned by Comcast Corp. ...

Kevin Durant stood above the 3-point line and watched the shot clock dwindle in the final seconds of Game 4. When Metta World Peace backed up slightly on defense, Durant hesitated only an instant before launching a 26-footer.

Nothing was going to rattle the calm, cool and collected Spurs. Not even a 24-point deficit.

Has Kerry Wood pitched his final game?

(Reuters) - The Atlanta Hawks have re-signed head coach Larry Drew back for a third season after he steered the injury-hit team to the fourth-best record in the Eastern Conference, the National Basketball Association team said on Friday. Despite losing several key players for stretches of the lockout-shortened season, the Hawks made the playoffs for a fifth straight year before losing to the Boston Celtics in the first round of the postseason. ...

Kobe Bryant shot a perfect 18-of-18 from the free-throw line and had a game-high 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City 99-96 to hand the Thunder their first loss of the 2012 playoffs.

Nine players had or shared the lead during the third round of the Byron Nelson Championship.

Cristie Kerr crashed out of the LPGA's Sybase Match Play Championship on Friday, losing to Vicky Hurst 1-up on a day when four of the top-10 seeds moved to the third round.

I'll Have Another poked his head out of his stall, started nibbling on his nameplate tacked to a wall and looked up at all the people watching his every move.

(Reuters) - Kobe Bryant refused to let a second successive game slip through his fingers as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 99-96 in a cliffhanger on Friday to avoid going down 3-0 in their NBA playoff series. Bryant endured a 9-for-25 shooting night to score 36 points, including eight of his team's final 10 points, helping the Lakers get the home win needed in the second-round West matchup. Kevin Durant tallied 31 points, but missed a long, potential game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds, while Russell Westbrook and James Harden each had 21 in the loss. ...

(Reuters) - Kobe Bryant refused to let a second successive game slip through his fingers as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 99-96 in a cliffhanger on Friday to avoid going down 3-0 in their NBA playoff series. Bryant endured a 9-for-25 shooting night to score 36 points, including eight of his team's final 10 points, helping the Lakers get the home win needed in the second-round West matchup. Kevin Durant tallied 31 points, but missed a long, potential game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds, while Russell Westbrook and James Harden each had 21 in the loss. ...

Telegraph.co.uk

Nothing can touch Frankel over a mile so he must step up to 10 furlongs Telegraph.co.uk If Frankel's facile victory in Saturday's JLT Lockinge Stakes was merely the warm-up and he improves as much for the run as Sir Henry Cecil believes then heaven help the other milers. By Marcus Armytage But therein lies the problem for Frankel if he is ... Frankel on top of the world after after demolishing Lockinge rivalsDaily Mail Wonder horse Frankel makes it a perfect 10 with Lockinge Stakes winThe Guardian Frankel primed to join the all-time greatsThe Independent The Press Association -BBC Sport -Sportinglife.com all 318 news articles »

Daily Mail

Hodgson praises England trio for starring roles in Chelsea's win over Bayern Daily Mail By Sportsmail Reporter Roy Hodgson acknowledged he was always going to upset a few people by omitting Rio Ferdinand from England's Euro 2012 squad - but was buoyed by Gary Cahill's performance in Chelsea's Champions League triumph. Chelsea success good for England - HodgsonGoal.com Hodgson: 'One strike and you're out!'The Independent Roy Hodgson warns England stars not to abuse his trustSunday People The Press Association -The Guardian -Telegraph.co.uk all 95 news articles »

American Jason Dufner fired a one-under par 69 to keep a one-stroke lead after the third round of the PGA Byron Nelson Championship but Vijay Singh and Jason Day are among those hot on his heels.

Nine players had or shared the lead during the third round of the Byron Nelson Championship.

Metro

Fernando Torres demands crunch talks with Chelsea over squad status Metro Fernando Torres has signalled his intent to hold make-or-break talks with Chelsea about his future after suffering through 'the worst season of his career'. The Spanish striker has struggled to hold down a regular place at Stamford Bridge since his ... Don't break up the golden oldies! Lampard pleads for Chelsea to keep Drogba in ...Daily Mail Chelsea's Bertrand could 'hardly believe' Champions League final startGoal.com Feeling Blue: Torres slams Chelsea and hints he may quit the club after ...Mirror.co.uk The Press Association -BBC Sport -BBC News all 6,354 news articles »

It's not often a race car driver intentionally cruises slowly at the back of the field.

Kevin Durant hit the go-ahead three pointer with 13 seconds left to lift the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 103-100 win over Los Angeles to put the Lakers on the brink of elimination.

Has Kerry Wood pitched his final game?

Kerry Wood, who electrified the worldwide of baseball with an amazing start to his career, pitched his final game in the majors on Friday, retiring after one final, emotional appearance with the Chicago Cubs.

I'll Have Another poked his head out of his stall, started nibbling on his nameplate tacked to a wall and looked up at all the people watching his every move.

Kevin Durant stood above the 3-point line and watched the shot clock dwindle in the final seconds of Game 4. When Metta World Peace backed up slightly on defense, Durant hesitated only an instant before launching a 26-footer.

The Guardian

Cricket-West Indies 243 & 345 v England 398 - first test, innings Yahoo! Eurosport UK West Indies were all out for 345 in their second innings, giving them a lead of 190, on the fourth day of the first test against England at Lord's on Sunday. West Indies 345 (S. Chanderpaul 91, M. Samuels 86) & 243 (S.Chanderpaul 87 not out, ... Swann removes stubborn ChanderpaulThe Press Association LIVE: England v West Indies - follow the action on day four of the first Test ...Daily Mail England v West Indies, 1st Test, Lord's, 4th dayESPNcricinfo.com Times of India -The Guardian -Reuters UK all 1,953 news articles »

Yahoo! Eurosport UK

Haye 'decapitates Chisora with bottle' in game Yahoo! Eurosport UK David Haye has released an iPhone app where users can play as him and slice off Dereck Chisora's head with a bottle. The controversial game shows Haye taking the bottle out of his glove before using it to decapitate his fellow British heavyweight, ... David Haye's big plan to challenge Vitali Klitschko in September for the World ...Telegraph.co.uk Flashback Photos: Haye Brawls With Chisora, His TrainerBoxingScene.com WBC threatens ban for all involved in David Haye v Dereck ChisoraThe Guardian WBN - World Boxing News -BBC Sport -Mirror.co.uk all 53 news articles »

BBC Sport

Paulo Sergio unhappy at silence over Hearts contract BBC Sport Scottish Cup-winning Hearts manager Paulo Sergio admitted to being frustrated at the lack of clarity over his contractual situation. "I'm not happy with this situation. I'm happy with our supporters, our players, with all we did together," he said. Hearts striker Craig Beattie is open to agreeing a new deal at Tynecastlestv.tv Sergio still in dark over Hearts futureYahoo! Eurosport UK Hearts fans turn out for cup paradeLancashire Evening Post STV Local -The Independent all 1,081 news articles »

Cristie Kerr crashed out of the LPGA's Sybase Match Play Championship on Friday, losing to Vicky Hurst 1-up on a day when four of the top-10 seeds moved to the third round.

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.

but fallen short in the Belmont Stakes. I'll Have Another will try to snap that streak on June 9.

Telegraph.co.uk

Best motivated by defeat Clubcall Ulster captain Rory Best says his side should use the pain of their Heineken Cup final defeat to spur them on to better things. The Belfast side went down 42-14 to Leinster at Twickenham on Saturday in one of the most open and exciting finals of recent ... Heineken Cup 2012: Brian O'Driscoll overwhelmed by Leinster's record-breaking ...Telegraph.co.uk Leinster break Ulster's resistance to win the Heineken CupThe Guardian Best - final heartache must spur us onThe Press Association SkySports -BBC Sport -BBC News all 994 news articles »

Telegraph.co.uk

David Price has bright future after fourth round victory over Sam Sexton at ... Telegraph.co.uk If British boxing is looking for a new heavyweight star, David Price could be the man. By Gareth A Davies, Boxing Correspondent After a clinical, faultless performance last night in which the 6ft 8ins boxer from Liverpool claimed the vacant British ... The Price is right! Deadly David promises bigger things after demolishing Sam ...Daily Mail Price aims high after Sexton winClubcall IMPRESSIVE WIN FOR DAVID PRICESportinglife.com Mirror.co.uk -BBC News -BBC Sport all 88 news articles »

USA TODAY

Sale of Olympic torches on eBay ignites controversy The Independent 70 police officers to guard one little flame might seem excessive, but the seven and a half thousand Olympic torch bearers still to run will no doubt be glad of the protection, after it has emerged that the torches they will carry have a street value ... Olympic torches listed for sale on eBayThe Guardian Olympic flame carriers cash in by listing their torches on eBay for up to £150000Daily Mail Olympic Torch begins its winding path through BritainTelegraph.co.uk NEWS.com.au -BBC News -The Press Association all 4,589 news articles »

Kobe Bryant shot a perfect 18-of-18 from the free-throw line and had a game-high 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City 99-96 to hand the Thunder their first loss of the 2012 playoffs.

Refreshed in body and spirit, the Miami Heat returned to practice reunited and refocused.

Reds manager Dusty Baker went deep into his dominant bullpen to find someone who could put away the New York Yankees.

Goal.com

Van Persie departure would set Arsenal back years - Keown Goal.com By Rhys Turrell Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown believes that it could take the club years to recover if they lose star striker Robin van Persie this summer. The Dutchman scored 30 times for the north London side this season, but has just one year ... Martin Keown worried by Robin van Persie departureSports Mole Is Robin Gunner leave? Manchester City are closing in on sensational £25m deal ...Mirror.co.uk Mega rich Anzhi Makhachkala line up £45m bid for Arsenal star Van PersieDaily Mail The Press Association -ESPN.co.uk -The Guardian all 525 news articles »

(Reuters) - The Atlanta Hawks have re-signed head coach Larry Drew back for a third season after he steered the injury-hit team to the fourth-best record in the Eastern Conference, the National Basketball Association team said on Friday. Despite losing several key players for stretches of the lockout-shortened season, the Hawks made the playoffs for a fifth straight year before losing to the Boston Celtics in the first round of the postseason. ...

DETROIT (Reuters) - General Motors Co will not advertise in next year's Super Bowl because it is too expensive, the top marketing executive for the U.S. automaker said three days after the company announced it was dropping paid ads on Facebook Inc. The 2013 Super Bowl will be broadcast by CBS Corp, which is selling 30-second ads for as much as $4 million. Spots on NBC's broadcast of this year's National Football League championship game, the most heavily watched annual event on U.S. television, cost about $3.5 million per 30-second spot. NBC is majority-owned by Comcast Corp. ...

Reigning US Women's Open champion So Yeon Ryu of South Korea was ousted 2-up by American Vicky Hurst on Saturday in a quarter-final at the LPGA Sybase Match-Play Championship.

Nothing was going to rattle the calm, cool and collected Spurs. Not even a 24-point deficit.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The key witness in former baseball pitching ace Roger Clemens' perjury trial testified on Friday that evidence he turned over to federal investigators showed Clemens had used performance-enhancing drugs but that it also included items used by other players.

Andy Pettitte gave the New York Yankees a Turn Back the Clock night.

Two outs were all that separated Justin Verlander from yet another rare achievement ? and an exclusive club that includes Cy Young, Nolan Ryan and only three other pitchers.