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Miami's Shaquille O'Neal dunks over Rasheed Wallace in the second quarter. 
One of 21 Seahawk free agents, Matt Hasselbeck could be asking for Chad Pennington-type money this offseason (seven years, $64 million). 
The Sonics began their five-game East Coast swing in fine fashion Thursday, hitting 9-of-17 from 3-point range in a 94-79 victory over the Hawks. December 30, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Minnesota's Latrell Sprewell loses the ball while trying to dribble around New York Knicks' Allan Houston during the third quarter Wednesday. Sprewell's 22 points was a team high, but the Knicks won 100-87. 
Toronto Raptors' Rafer Alston (11) looks for a way around Golden State Warriors' Clifford Robinson Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004, in Oakland, Calif. The Warriors extended their winning streak to four over the Raptors, 111-105. 
Colorado's Hugh Charles (2) rushes for a first down as Texas-El Paso's Chris Mineo (70) pursues during the second quarter of the Houston Bowl Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004 in Houston. Colorado beat UTEP 33-28. 
Jaguars quarterback Byron Leftwich had his worst game of the season Sunday at Alltel Stadium, in a 21-0 loss to the Houston Texans. 
Philadelphia's Jeremiah Trotter, right, tries to tackle Washington running back Clinton Portis in December 2004. December 29, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Odalis Perez could be headed to Seattle 
LeBron James: Has been flirting with his first career triple-double. 
Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant celebrates his team scoring a point in the fourth quarter against the Toronto Raptors in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004. Bryant finished the game with 48 points as the Lakers won 117-99. 
Los Angeles Lakers' Caron Butler, left, takes a shot while being defended by the Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2004. The Lakers won 117-99. 
Golden State Warriors' Calbert Cheaney, left, dunks as Denver Nuggets' Francisco Elson looks on in the first half in Oakland, Calif on Monday, Dec. 27, 2004. The Warriors won 104-101. 
Los Angeles Clippers' Mikki Moore, right, slams home a bucket against Memphis Grizzlies' Lorenzen Wright, left, during the Grizzlies' 96-76 victory on Monday, Dec. 27, 2004, in Memphis, Tenn. December 27, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Colts quarterback Peyton Manning gets a hug from his dad, Archie Manning, following the Colts' 34-31 overtime win against the San Diego Chargers. Manning threw his 49th touchdown pass of the season to break Dan Marino's single-season record. (AP) 
Reggie White, an ordained minister at 17, was an all-American at Tennessee, a Pro Bowl player for 13 straight seasons, and a Super Bowl champion. His 198 career sacks were a record, broken just last year. 
Jaguars quarterback Byron Leftwich is sacked in the second quarter by Houston Texans defender Robaire Smith (99) and Kailee Wong (52). Houston won 21-0. (AP) 
Panthers receiver Muhsin Muhammad gets lifted by teammate Brad Hoover (45) after scoring during the first quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (AP) 
Patriots wide receiver Deion Branch (83) and guard Stephen Neal celebrate after Branch scored during the fourth quarter against the Jets. (AP) 
Jets quarterback Chad Pennington looks up at the scoreboard during the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots. Pennington completed 22 of 36 passes for 252 yards but the Patriots beat the Jets 23-7. (AP) 
Seahawks quarterback Trent Dilfer (4) leaps up to pat running back Shaun Alexander on the head after Alexander's fourth-quarter, 23-yard touchdown run. Alexander rushed 30 times for 154 yards with three touchdowns, leading Seattle to a 24-21 win over Ariz 
Steelers backup quarterback Tommy Maddox throws a fourth-quarter pass after replacing starter Ben Roethlisberger in a 20-7 win over the Baltimore Ravens. (AP) 
Cowboys quarterback Vinny Testaverde (16) celebrates with teammate Kurt Vollers (78) after throwing a go-ahead touchdown pass against the Redskins in the fourth quarter. The Cowboys won 13-10. (AP) 
San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson, center, outruns the Indianapolis Colts defense for a first down in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2004. Tomlinson ran 16 yards for a touchdown on the first play of the fourth quarter, giving him 12 stra 
Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant (8) defends as Miami Heat's Shaquille O'Neal (32) drives to the basket, Saturday, Dec. 25, 2004, in Los Angeles. December 26, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
The Lakers' Kobe Bryant (8) is fouled by Miami's Shaquille O'Neal late in the fourth quarter. O'Neal fouled out on the play. 
Kansas City's Dante Hall, center, is congratulated by Rich Scanlon, left, and Chris Horn after Hall ran back a kickoff 49 yards. 
Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Tice yells at an official in the fourth quarter Friday. 
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh McCown celebrates his second touchdown with teammate Anquan Boldin in the fourth quarter last Sunday against the St. Louis Rams. 
Mike Sherman has plenty of time to prepare for Green Bay's playoff opponent. 
Jose Lima has agreed to go back to the Kansas City Royals December 23, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
J.D. Drew hit 31 home runs last season and was one of nine players to post an OPS higher than 1.000. 
Randy Johnson will spend Christmas with the Diamondbacks 
Moises Alou to the Giants 
Tim Floyd was 49-190 in four seasons with the Bulls. 
Dave Wannstedt is heading to Pitt? December 22, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
LSU Coach Nick Saban likely would receive $4 million per season if he moved to Miami. Interim coach Jim Bates and former Raiders coach Art Shell also have been interviewed 
The megadeal between the D-Backs, Dodgers, and Yankees has fallen through. Johnson's future team is in question. 
The left forearm chop to Green Bay receiver Robert Ferguson’s Adam’s apple will cost Jacksonville safety Donovin Darius roughly the cost of a 2005 Hummer and a vacation cruise in the Caribbean, but not a game this season. 
Michael Bennett has carried the ball just 45 times for 165 yards and a TD this season. Photo/AP 
Toni Kukoc played in only the first four games this season before going on the injured list. 
Ben Wallace has missed practice with a left ankle sprain, but hopes to play against the Bulls December 21, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Philadelphia's Allen Iverson, who scored 51, questions being hit with a first-half technical. 
Jason Williams' 12-point night helped spur the Grizzlies victory. 
Cleveland’s LeBron James stretched before a game against the Wolves at Target Center last February. 
The Suns' Quentin Richardson tips in the ball as time runs out Monday. 
Orlando Cabrera can thank the Angels for giving him alot of free agent cash 
Jacque Jones decided to stay with the Minnesota Twins for another year. He agreed to the deal on Monday. December 20, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Indianapolis quarterback Peyton Manning, right, is congratulated by Baltimore linebacker Ray Lewis following a 20-10 Colts victory in Indianapolis. Manning completed 20 of 33 passes for 249 yards with one touchdown pass. Manning is one short of tying Dan 
Randy Moss, left, congratulates fellow Minnesota wide receiver Nate Burleson (81) after catching a 36-yard touchdown pass against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter in Detroit. (AP) 
Houston Texans quarterback David Carr looks to throw during the third quarter against the Chicago Bears. (AP) 
San Diego quarterback Drew Brees finds tight end Antonio Gates downfield in the second quarter ... (AP) 
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Trent Green looks back as he prepares to hand the ball off to running back Larry Johnson in the third quarter. Green wound up completing 16 of 19 passes for 224 yards and three touchdowns. (AP) 
New York Jets running back Curtis Martin heads downfield for a first down against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter. Martin wound up with 134 rushing yards. (AP) 
Philadelphia Eagles receiver Terrell Owens (81) is carried up the tunnel at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. He sprained his ankle after making a 20-yard reception on the first play from scrimmage in the third quarter. X-rays showed no fractures. 
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Josh McCown (12) celebrates his second touchdown run with teammate Anquan Boldin during the fourth quarter at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Ariz. The Cardinals won 31-7. (AP) 
A stunned Brett Favre walks off the field after throwing a costly interception in the end zone early in fourth quarter on Sunday. 
Oakland Raiders quarterback Kerry Collins looks for a pass downfield in the third quarter. Collins wound up passing for 371 yards and five touchdowns. (AP) 
New Orleans' Michael Lewis returns a punt 53 yards to the Tampa Bay 4-yard line during late in the fourth quarter. (AP) 
New Orleans Saints quarterback Aaron Brooks runs for 13 yards on fourth-and-12 to the Tampa Bay 30-yard line with two minutes remaining and the Saints trailing 17-14. (AP) December 18, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Jason Kidd, left, and Vince Carter could give the Nets one of the most dynamic 1-2 punches in the NBA. 
Gilbert Arenas led the Wizards with 37 points and helped the Wizards survive Kobe Bryant's 36 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds. 
Phoenix Suns center Amare Stoudemire (32) dunks past Seattle SuperSonics forward Danny Fortson (21) in the second quarter Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, in Seattle. 
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett (21) keeps the ball out of reach of Los Angeles Clippers guards Marko Jaric, left, of Serbia-Montenegro, and Quinton Ross (13) during the third quarter in Minneapolis, Friday, Dec. 17, 2004. The Timberwolves be 
Portland Trail Blazers forward Zach Randolph (50) takes a shot against Atlanta Hawks Al Harrington (3) during the fourth quarter, Friday, Dec. 17, 2004, at Philips Arena in Atlanta. The Trail Blazers won, 100-84. Randolph had 23 points for the night. 
Titans quarterback Steve McNair has enured many pains this season and will miss the rest of the year to have surgery on his sternum. 
Steelers coach Bill Cowher greets Jerome Bettis after he scored a touchdown against the Jets in Sunday's game. The win was the Steelers' 11th in a row. 
Redskins linebacker LaVar Arrington will likely return to the defense Saturday in a limited role. December 17, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Randy Johnson delivers a pitch. Johnson was on the verge of joining the New York Yankees in a three-team, megadeal that also includes Shawn Green and Javier Vazquez, sources told The Associated Press on Thursday night, Dec. 16 
Right-handed pitcher Tim Hudson is 92-39 lifetime with a 3.30 earned-run average. 
Adrian Beltre is expected to be the Mariners' highest-paid player. 
Cleveland's LeBron James reacts in the first quarter after shooting an air ball in Auburn Hills, Mich. 
In this photo released by CBS' "60 Minutes," on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2004, former Miami Dolphins superstar running back Ricky Williams, right, talks with Mike Wallace, in his first television interview since retiring from the NFL. The interview will be broa 
Arizona Cardinals Emmitt Smith shows some moves and picks up another record in the process against the New York Giants Sunday, Nov. 14, 2004 in Tempe. Emmitt plans to return for another year in the league. December 16, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Rick Majerus, newly-hired basketball coach at Southern California, talks about his new and former teams at a news conference at the USC campus in Los Angeles Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004. Majerus, one of college baskeball's top coaches who has won more than 4 
The Orioles have growing interest in talented Marlins right-hander A.J. Burnett, 27, who has family ties to Baltimore. 
Adrian Beltre looks like he will be hitless in Seattle. 
The Brewers traded Keith Ginter to the Oakland A's Wednesday. December 15, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (8) drives around Seattle SuperSonics guard Ray Allen in the first quarter Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004 at KeyArena in Seattle. The Sonics beat the Lakers 108-93. 
Sacramento Kings' Chris Webber reacts after making a game-winning 3-point basket in the last second of their game against the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2004, in Milwaukee. The Kings won 89-86. 
Wally Szczerbiak beat Portland’s Derek Anderson on a drive to the basket in Tuesday’s fourth quarter. Szczerbiak made 12 of his 20 field-goal attempts in Tuesday’s victory. 
49ers coach Dennis Erickson could jump to the SEC at Ole Miss. 
Dolphins coach Dave Wannstedt could end up at Pittsburgh? 
Mike Tice on the sidelines during the game against New York in October 2003. December 14, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Vikings coach Mike Tice is on the hot seat 
The Milwaukee Brewers ended their search for a right-handed power hitter Monday by striking a deal sending centerfielder Scott Podsednik, reliever Luis Vizcaino and a player to be named to the Chicago White Sox for Carlos Lee, 28, who batted .305 with 31 
Pedro Martinez is leaving the Red Sox for the Mets? 
If the Mariners sign Richie Sexson, they would only be able to afford one of their other top free-agent targets — Carlos Delgado or Adrian Beltre. 
Ricky Davis' 19 fourth-quarter points forced overtime, and the Clippers forced a second, but the Celtics came out shining in a 134-127 victory on Monday. 
Allen Iverson burned the Bucks with 40 points. December 13, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Richie Sexson is headed to the Seattle Mariners 
Twins third baseman Corey Koskie reacts after striking out in the tenth inning against the New York Yankees in the second game of the American League Division Series at Yankee Stadium. 
Walt Harris leaves the University of Pittsburgh's practice facilities on the South Side yesterday after telling his players and assistants that he's heading to Stanford. 
Steelers RB Jerome Bettis eludes Jets S Reggie Tongue and LB Mark Brown on his way to a touchdown. (AP) 
Packers QB Brett Favre celebrates with WR Donald Driver after both hooked up for a 23-yard touchdown. (AP) 
Chargers LB Donnie Edwards celebrates after corssing the end zone with a 30-yard interception return. (AP) 
Jaguars QB Byron Leftwich gives directions before the next play. (Getty Images) 
Colts QB Peyton Manning unleashes a pass downfield as he gets pressured by Texans CB Aaron Glenn. (Getty Images) 
Eagles S Brian Dawkins points to the sky in celebration of his interception that ended a late Redskins drive. (AP) December 12, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Tim Hudson could be pitching for the Los Angeles Dodgers next year. 
The Diamondbacks met with Randy Johnson's representatives at the winter meetings in Anaheim. 
Matt Leinart won the 70th Heisman Trophy award in New York. 
Pitt's Walt Harris headed to Stanford? 
"He is considerably more efficient than he was last year," Coach Marty Schottenheimer said of Drew Brees, who has thrown for 21 touchdowns. 
Chicago Bulls center Eddy Curry reacts after scoring two points in the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves Saturday in Chicago. 
Matt Lawton not only provides decent pop at the top of the lineup but he can also man either of the corner outfield spots. December 11, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Pitcher Russ Ortiz, who signed a four-year deal with the Diamondbacks, has never missed a start because of injury. 
Starter Odalis Perez is one of the players Jim Bowden would like to add for the Nationals. 
The Brewers are open to trading centerfielder Scott Podsednik. December 10, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Lynn Swann was a prominent supporter of President George Bush and the Republican ticket this year, making numerous appearances including this one last month on election eve. 
Mike Tice on the sidelines against the New York Giants in October 2003 
All-Star second baseman Jeff Kent takes questions from reporters Thursday, Dec. 9, 2004, in Anaheim, Calif. The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Thursday that they have agreed to terms with Kent on a $17 million, two-year contract. 
The Mariners, looking this offseason to improve their offense, have made a reportedly sizable offer to free agent Adrian Beltre. December 09, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Suns' Amare Stoudemire, right goes up to the basket and scores over Los Angeles Lakers' Lamar Odom on Wednesday. 
Minnesota Timberwolves' Latrell Sprewell (8) has the ball stripped by Philadelphia 76ers' Aaron McKie on a breakaway, Wednesday, in Philadelphia. The Timberwolves beat the struggling 76ers 119-84. 
Damon Jones and Eddie Jones celebrate after Eddie Jones' three-pointer late in the fourth quarter. 
Walt Harris leads Pitt onto the field Saturday in Tampa, Fla., for the Panthers final regular season game ? a 43-14 rout of South Florida 
Troy Glaus is now an Arizona Diamondback? December 08, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Florida's new head football coach Urban Meyer speaks to the media Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004 in Gainesville, Fla. Meyer, a two-time National Coach of the Year from Utah will replace former Florida coach Ron Zook. 
University of Southern California quarterback Matt Leinart gestures during the first half against UCLA, Saturday, in Pasadena, Calif. Leinart, the star quarterback for the nation's No. 1 team is considered a leading contender in the tight Heisman Trophy r 
Phoenix Suns Shawn Marion, left, is fouled by Golden State Warriors' Mike Dunleavy (34) during the second quarter, Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004, in Phoenix. 
Charolotte Bobcats forward Steve Smith fouls Sacramento Kings forward Brad Miller, right, in the third quarter in Sacramento, Calif., Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004. The Kings won, 109-92. December 07, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Cowboys running back Julius Jones celebrates after he scored the winning touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth quarter. Jones had a total of three touchdowns as the Cowboys beat the Seahawks 43-39. (AP) 
Cowboys running back Julius Jones is hugged by right guard Andre Gurode after Jones scored the winning touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth quarter. (AP) 
Seahawks wide receiver Jerry Rice celebrates a first-quarter touchdown reception against the Dallas Cowboys. (AP) 
Quarterback Donovan McNabb riddled the Green Bay secondary to the tune of 464 yards passing. 
Charlotte Bobcats' Keith Bogans goes up to the hoop over Los Angeles Clippers' Marko Jaric, from Serbia-Montenegro during the first quarter in Los Angeles Monday, Dec. 6, 2004. December 06, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Eagles QB Donovan McNabb passed for 464 yards and 5 touchdowns against the Packers. 
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger checks the scoreboard clock during the final seconds against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Alltel Stadium. 
Arizona Cardinals quarterback John Navarre throws against the Detroit Lions in the fourth quarter in Detroit. Navarre, a rookie who wasn't drafted and hadn't taken a snap in the regular season, was intercepted four times. He completed 18-of-39 passes for 
New York Jets running back Curtis Martin celebrates his second touchdown against the Houston Texans during the fourth quarter at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Martin rushed for 134 yards to help the Jets beat the Texans 29-7. (AP) 
Daunte Culpepper gets sacked by Bears Alfonso Boone in the third quarter. 
San Diego's Jesse Chatman (24) and Nate Kaeding (10) leap in celebration as the Chargers close out a 20-17 victory against the Denver Broncos. (AP) 
Terrell Owens and the Eagles laid waste to the Packers, 47-17, Sunday in Philadelphia. Owens had eight catches for 161 yards and a touchdown. 
Phoenix forward Quentin Richardson, right, gets a hug from teammate Jake Voskuhl during a break in the second half last night in Portland. 
Bucks coach Terry Porter December 05, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
USC's Reggie Bush had two long touchdown runs against UCLA, then played to the Trojan fans afterward. 
Top-ranked Southern California tailback Reggie Bush makes his cut as he rushes for 35-yards late in the fourth quarter against UCLA at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004. Bush rushed for 204-yards and USC won, 29-24, to virtually lo
University of Southern California quarterback Matt Leinart gets set to pass during the first half against UCLA, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004, in Pasadena, Calif. 
Auburn coach Tommy Tuberville links arms with his players as the prance onto the field prior to the Southeastern Conference football championship game against Tennessee at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004. Players from left: Mayo Sowe 
Auburn's Carnell Williams eludes an attempted tackle in the first quarter of the SEC championship game last night in Atlanta. The Tigers, though 12-0 and ranked third, likely are bound for a Sugar Bowl date with Virginia Tech. 
Arizona slugger Richie Sexson is high on the Mariners' wish list, but the Yankees could also have interest. 
Ben Wallace fashions the title belt teammate Rasheed Wallace present to him and other Pistons. 
The Los Angeles Clippers' Marko Jaric, right, of Serbia-Montenegro looks for an opening against Sam Cassell during the first half of Saturday's game in Los Angeles. December 04, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds returns to the dugout after running laps in the outfield during 2004 spring training. Bonds testified to a grand jury that he used a clear substance and a cream given to him by a trainer, but said he didn't know they were 
Los Angeles Lakers' Lamar Odom puts up a shot as Golden State Warriors' Clifford Robinson guards during the first half Friday night, Dec. 3, 2004. 
Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb will look to pass first, but won’t hesitate to run if there is an opening. December 03, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Barry Bonds is part of the MLB Balco steroid scandal 
Jason Giambi reportedly started using steroids in his days with the Oakland A's 
The Cardinals took receiver Larry Fitzgerald with the third pick in the 2004 draft. Though he suffered an ankle injury, he leads the team in catches with 41. December 02, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Yankees slugger Jason Giambi admits injecting himself with human growth hormone in 2003 and also used steroids for at least three seasons. 
Golden State's Troy Murphy, left, and Mike Dunleavy guard a shot by Timberwolves forward Wally Szczerbiak during Wednesday's game in Oakland. 
Ray Allen puts up a reverse shot after beating Utah's Mehmet Okur to the basket in the first half last night. Allen scored a season-high 38 points, making 17 of 19 free throws. 
Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant takes a breather on the bench during the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004 in Chicago. Bryant scored 28 points but the Bulls won the game 92-84. 
Sacramento Kings center Brad Miller (52) struggles for a rebound with New Orleans Hornets forward P.J. Brown, left, and forward David West (30) during the first half in New Orleans Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004. December 01, 2004« November 2004 | Main | January 2005 »
Notre Dame was 21-15 under Tyrone Willingham’s watch. 
Butch Davis: Went 24-36 in Cleveland including a playoff appearance in 2002. 
Jason Kendall, left, with Oakland general manager Billy Beane yesterday at a news conference introducing Kendall in Oakland. 
New Brewers catcher Damian Miller meets the media Tuesday. 
Kobe Bryant leads the Lakers past the Bucks. 
Sonics teammates Rashard Lewis, left, and Vladimir Radmanovic, right, walk with Danny Fortson after he was ejected early in the fourth quarter Tuesday. Fortson had been in a verbal joust with Portland's Shareef Abdur-Rahim during the second half. The Soni Warning: include(/home/benmalle/www/includes/footer.php) [function.include]: failed to open stream: No such file or directory in /home/benmalle/public_html/archives/2004/december/pictures.html on line 3623 Warning: include() [function.include]: Failed opening '/home/benmalle/www/includes/footer.php' for inclusion (include_path='.:/usr/lib/php:/usr/local/lib/php') in /home/benmalle/public_html/archives/2004/december/pictures.html on line 3623 |