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For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream

Quinn Cook No.15 of the East Team drives to the basket during the NBA D-League All-Star Game as part of 2017 All-Star Weekend at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Feb. 18, 2017. Chris Marion/NBAE/Getty Images hide caption

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For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream

It's the first regular season call up to the NBA for the 23-year-old point guard. For the past season and-a-half, he's been playing in the D-League — pro basketball's minor league.

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NBA Teams Enjoy 1 More Day Off Before All-Star Break Ends

Over the weekend, the NBA held its all-star game — which is the traditional mid-season break. In reality, the regular season already is two-thirds over. It's now a sprint to the finish.

NBA Teams Enjoy 1 More Day Off Before All-Star Break Ends

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Saturday Sports: A Winning Streak And A Losing Streak

A weekly update on the world of sports! This week, a look at the women's basketball team with the most wins, and the team that hasn't won a single game all year.

Saturday Sports: A Winning Streak And A Losing Streak

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NFL Players Union Works To Block Illinois Workers' Comp Bill

The NFL players union says it will tell members not to sign with the Chicago Bears if a state workers' comp bill passes. The bill reduces benefits for professional athletes injured during a game.

NFL Players Union Works To Block Illinois Workers' Comp Bill

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Super Bowl Victory Is Decided In OT: Patriots Beat Falcons 34-28

For a while, it looked like the Atlanta Falcons would be Super Bowl champs, but Tom Brady commanded the come-from-behind Patriots to force overtime. Brady is the only QB with five Super Bowl wins.

Super Bowl Victory Is Decided In OT: Patriots Beat Falcons 34-28

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Saturday Sports: What To Watch For During The Super Bowl

The New England Patriots face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in Houston. We discuss what to expect from the two teams based on their record so far this season.

Saturday Sports: What To Watch For During The Super Bowl

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Political Divisions Could Put Damper On Super Bowl Merriment

Atlanta and New England face off in this Sunday's Super Bowl in Houston. The big game offers a massive party in the host city. But the current political divide could ruin the fun leading up to game day.

Political Divisions Could Put Damper On Super Bowl Merriment

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What To Expect On Super Bowl Sunday

The Atlanta Falcons are vying for their first Super Bowl win, while the New England Patriots are after a fifth win with quarterback Tom Brady. We look at how the two teams match up.

What To Expect On Super Bowl Sunday

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U.S. Men's Soccer Goes Back To The Future With New Coach, New Priorities

U.S. men's national soccer team coach Bruce Arena watches his team during a practice session on Jan. 11, in Carson, Calif. Arena returned to the U.S. team in November to salvage its run for World Cup qualification. Jae C. Hong/AP hide caption

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U.S. Men's Soccer Goes Back To The Future With New Coach, New Priorities

For the first time in decades, the struggling U.S. team may not qualify for next year's World Cup. But the return of Bruce Arena, who led the team to two World Cups, brings hopes of a turnaround.

U.S. Men's Soccer Goes Back To The Future With New Coach, New Priorities

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Saturday Sports: Golf, Politics And The Presidency

Golf will return as the prominent presidential sport. And football legend and African-American icon Jim Brown shocked the political sports community by supporting Donald Trump.

Saturday Sports: Golf, Politics And The Presidency

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A Snowstorm Didn't Stop This LeBron James Fan From Catching The Game

NPR sports correspondent Tom Goldman's son Max really likes LeBron James, so Goldman got the two of them tickets to see the Cleveland Caveliers play. Then a snowstorm hit.

A Snowstorm Didn't Stop This LeBron James Fan From Catching The Game

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College Football Champion Will Be Crowned Monday Night

The Alabama Crimson Tide plays the Clemson Tigers almost a year to the day since the two teams vied for last year's title. Alabama won that game 45-40. Alabama has won 4 of the last 7 championships.

College Football Champion Will Be Crowned Monday Night

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What To Watch For In Sports This Year

In this week's sports roundup: The start of NFL playoffs, the fate of running back Joe Mixon, who was caught on video punching a woman in 2014, and a 105-year-old Frenchman still on his bike.

What To Watch For In Sports This Year

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It's A Crucial Weekend For College And Pro Football

The college football playoff begins with two games on Saturday. And on Sunday, the NFL's final regular season games will be played to determine playoff match-ups.

It's A Crucial Weekend For College And Pro Football

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