Sam Dickerson's game-winning catch for USC in 1969 still cause for debate

Sam Dickerson's game-winning catch for USC in 1969 still cause for debate

Dickerson caught the game-winning touchdown pass that helped USC defeat UCLA, 14-12, at the Coliseum. Fans still argue over whether he was...

 

Pac-10 games stand out on an otherwise dull day

Leading the way is Oregon's rally from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter in Tucson to beat Arizona, 44-41, in double overtime.

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David Beckham's injury could add twist to MLS final

David Beckham's injury could add twist to MLS final

The Galaxy midfielder is nursing a bone bruise as Los Angeles prepares to take on Real Salt Lake for the championship Sunday.

Excuses are the last thing the Kings need right now

Excuses are the last thing the Kings need right now

They can permit opponents to dictate their fate, as Calgary did in a 5-2 victory at Staples Center, or they can learn to ignore distractions and disadvantages and consistently play hard and tough.

Ducks lose fourth straight at home to the Sharks, 3-2

Ducks lose fourth straight at home to the Sharks, 3-2

The loss comes down to what winger Ryan Getzlaf calls 'little mistakes that cost us in the end.'

Boxing referee Gwen Adair picks her battles, fights the good fight

Boxing referee Gwen Adair picks her battles, fights the good fight

The former actress' career as a pro boxing referee has broken down barriers for women and earned her induction to the World Boxing Hall of Fame.

Clippers' Rasual Butler takes coming off the bench in stride

Clippers' Rasual Butler takes coming off the bench in stride

He had a season-high 27 points, and was eight for 15 shooting against the Nuggets, in a reserve role.

A Golden State of disarray

A Golden State of disarray

The Warriors are like 'Hamlet, the Reality Show,' with the stage littered with the bodies of the principal characters. Coach Don Nelson is the Prince of Denmark.

Broncos are gasping for air

Broncos are gasping for air

They're tied with the Chargers, whom they face today, and starting quarterback Kyle Orton is hurting.

U.S. team's World Cup success depends on luck of draw

U.S. team's World Cup success depends on luck of draw

The national team will face several scenarios when FIFA representatives meet Dec. 4, but its chances to advance past the first round would improve with play of Landon Donovan.

Loyola Marymount rallies to defeat USC, 67-59

Loyola Marymount rallies to defeat USC, 67-59

Lions come back for their second win after Kasey Cunningham leaves because of a knee injury.

Alterraun Verner sets the tone for UCLA

Alterraun Verner sets the tone for UCLA

Cornerback's interception return for a touchdown gives Bruins the early lead.

Pac-10: Oregon rallies to beat Arizona in double OT

Pac-10: Oregon rallies to beat Arizona in double OT

No. 11 Ducks post a 44-41 win and are in position for a Rose Bowl berth.

No. 10 LSU falls short at Mississippi

No. 10 LSU falls short at Mississippi

Confusion is the order of the day at the end of a 25-23 loss for the Tigers.

Connecticut beats Notre Dame

Connecticut beats Notre Dame

Irish fall to 6-5 after a 33-30 overtime loss.

A TCU fan's road to happiness is paved with . . . asphalt?

A TCU fan's road to happiness is paved with . . . asphalt?

Sportswriter Sally Jenkins says that her dad, sportswriting great Dan Jenkins, was truly driven to support his beloved Horned Frogs.

How they stand

How they stand

Sam Farmer takes a closer look at the NFL standings.

Jim Irsay's vision for Indianapolis Colts becomes reality

Jim Irsay's vision for Indianapolis Colts becomes reality

Team owner initially had a hard time selling fans in Indiana on the idea of a winning future for Colts, but they are not doubting him now.

Sunday night preview

Sunday night preview

Al Michaels and Chris Collinsworth look at the storylines in the Bears-Eagles game.

Bulls seem to be waiting for another Michael Jordan to drop into their laps

Bulls seem to be waiting for another Michael Jordan to drop into their laps

Chicago would love to sign Dwyane Wade next summer, but he might not be leaving Miami.

Mark Heisler's NBA rankings

Pau Gasol's return keeps Lakers on top of a logjam.

The week in quotes

The week in quotes

Chicago's Joakim Noah compares Lakers-Bulls matchup to a varsity team going against a JV squad.

Long Beach State beats Wisconsin Green Bay, 81-69

Stephan Gilling scores 22 points to lead the 49ers.

Andre Ward thrashes Mikkel Kessler for WBA's 168-pound title

Andre Ward thrashes Mikkel Kessler for WBA's 168-pound title

He wins his first world championship belt in a unanimous decision, a stunning upset victory in his hometown of Oakland.

Southland teams' eyes are on the bowls

The 10 CIF section commissioners will meet Dec. 13 to determine the pairings for the five bowl games that pit Southern California teams against their counterparts from the northern part of the state.

SEC: No. 1 Florida, No. 2 Alabama win easily

Conference's top two teams cruise against overmatched nonconference foes.

Big Ten: Ohio State beats Michigan again

Buckeyes win their sixth straight in the rivalry, 21-10.

Big 12: Colt McCoy sets NCAA record for Texas

He gets his 43rd win as a starter after a 51-20 rout of Kansas.

ACC: Clemson clinches conference title game berth

Tigers push winning streak to six with a 34-21 win over Virginia.

Big East: Syracuse upsets No. 25 Rutgers

Orange sacks Savage nine times in 31-13 victory.

West: No. 4 TCU gets easy victory

Horned Frogs go on the road and win at Wyoming, 45-10, to keep BCS talk alive.

No. 24 Houston routs Memphis

Keenum sets school record for career touchdown passes in 55-14 win.

Red Wings get two in shootout to beat Canadiens, 3-2

Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg each score in a shootout to help Detroit rebound after losing to Florida on Friday.

Women's AP top 25 results

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Darren Collison leads Hornets over Hawks

Darren Collison leads Hornets over Hawks

Former Bruins guard has 22 points and 11 assists.

Nets fall to 0-13

Nets fall to 0-13

New Jersey loses to New York and inches closer to record for futility.

Looking ahead

Looking ahead

Lakers-Thunder provides an intriguing matchup in the West.

Up next for Lakers: Sunday vs. Oklahoma City

Lakers barely beat the Thunder this month at Oklahoma City and figure to have their hands full against Kevin Durant and former UCLA star Russell Westbrook.

From the Wires

Adams scores 22 to lead No. 15 Texas A&M past Auburn, 79-59

Iowa, Penn St end season eligible for BCS bid; Oklahoma St, Va Tech trying to do same

Bjorklund's 24 points lead way as No. 6 Tennessee beats No. 12 Virginia before record crowd

David Garrard directs another late TD drive, lifts Jaguars to 18-15 win over Bills

Rompza comes through late to lead UCF to 59-50 victory over Drake in Glenn Wilkes Classic

NFL commissioner to have teams work with independent neurologists on concussions

Jones scores 28, leads South Florida to 74-66 win over UNC-Wilmington in Charleston Classic

Alexis Rack scores 43 to lead Mississippi State past Maryland 84-55

Cardinals' QB sidelined after taking blow to head in 2nd quarter

Houts helps No. 16 Georgia rally to beat Rutgers 49-48