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How the Paul George negotiations changed the direction of the Clippers

When Steve Ballmer bought the franchise, he said he was willing to spend whatever it takes to win. But now he's trying to build a team mindful of the second apron.

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Why these Celtics look so much like the 73-win Warriors

The path Jayson Tatum and the Celtics seek looks eerily similar to the winningest team of all time.

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The CFP committee underrated the SEC?! Connelly on the playoff picture, conference race outlook

Where do the conference favorites, long shots and College Football Playoff hopefuls stand? We break down the projections.

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CFP Anger Index: Why essentially everyone not in the Big Ten should be upset

Unpacking which teams should be most upset with the first CFP rankings of the year.

REACTING TO THE RANKINGS

What Stephen A. would change from the first CFP rankings reveal

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Finebaum's team outside the top 12 that could make the CFP

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MEN'S COLLEGE HOOPS

Coach Cal looks to bring fun back to Arkansas and find some for himself

John Calipari has brought national success everywhere he's been. Razorbacks fans hope that trend continues.

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Bracket watch: 4th 1-seed, Big Ten's title hopes, potential upsets

Is it too early to speculate? These are the questions we will try to answer all season here at Bracketology HQ.

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'YOU'RE GONNA HATE PLAYING US'

Caldwell, Tennessee hope to restore tradition with relentless press

With an unconventional brand of basketball and zero ties to Tennessee, Kim Caldwell looks to return the Lady Vols to their championship glory.

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AROUND THE ASSOCIATION

Real or not? Examining eight key NBA early-season trends

Who is the Lakers MVP? More 3-point shooting? Will the Warriors cool off? Judging which of the top trends from the first two weeks will stick and which will falter.

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Power Rankings: Edwards and Jokic hit early-season struggles while Cavs climb

Two weeks into the season, some teams have had surprising slips while others are ascending the ranks.

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