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Durant Second Again, to LeBron, in MVP Race
ABC News
After finishing second in the MVP voting for the second time in his career, Kevin Durant says he doesn't get any extra motivation from coming so close to winning the NBA's top individual honor. Miami's LeBron James was named the winner of the award on …
LeBron James humbly accepts third MVP trophyChicago Tribune

LeBron James wins third NBA MVP awardUSA TODAY
Thunder's Kevin Durant finishes 2nd in MVP for second time, focused on winning …Washington Post
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'30 Rock' gets one last season
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Alec Baldwin portrays Jack Donaghy, left, and Tina Fey portrays Liz Lemon in the NBC comedy series, "30 Rock." (AP Photo/NBC, Ali Goldstein) Amy Poehler, left, reunites with Tina Fey, formerly of SNL and now star of the NBC comedy "30 Rock", center, …
NBC Renews And Reduces Its Thursday-Night Comedies, And That's A Good ThingNPR (blog)

NBC renews 'Community,' '30 Rock',' Parenthood,' 'Cougar Town' moving to TBSGreen Bay Press Gazette
Hicks: '30 Rock's' next season is its lastSan Jose Mercury News
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AP Source: James wins 3rd NBA MVP award
Fox News
MIAMI – LeBron James loves telling the story about his first MVP award. In James' first season of organized basketball, he was the best player on an undefeated team, but everyone on the roster got an MVP trophy from coach Frank Walker Sr. "Right then …
Heat doesn't want to be floppersSacramento Bee

LeBron James chosen as NBA MVPSan Francisco Chronicle
LeBron James to receive NBA MVP award this weekendWorcester Telegram
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Celtics Beat Hawks 83-80 to Advance in East
ABC News
Kevin Garnett had 28 points and 14 rebounds, hitting a jumper to give Boston the lead with 31 seconds left, and the Celtics beat the Atlanta Hawks 83-80 in Game 6 on Thursday night to win their first-round playoff series and advance to the Eastern …
Celtics oust Hawks behind Garnett's Game 6 heroicsUSA TODAY

Garnett's double-double helps Celtics knock out HawksChicago Tribune
Celtics win, advance to next roundBoston Herald
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The Heat in On, Knicks Eliminated From the Playoffs
Fox News
LeBron James and the Miami Heat have taken the next step to capture a championship while the New York Knicks once again can't live up to expectations. Having Thursday off from practice is Miami's first playoff prize, and although a five-game win over …
Knicks links: New York picks up pieces after series-ending loss to Heat in MiamiThe Star-Ledger – NJ.com

James scores 29, Heat oust Knicks 106-94KSAT San Antonio
Knicks, Woodson could be close to dealHoopsWorld
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'American Idol': Joshua, Jessica blow the judges away
San Jose Mercury News
By Chuck Barney It's getting very late in the "American Idol" season — a time when irritation and annoyance begin to set in. We're down to only four singers, so why are the performance shows still a bloated two hours? Why are the stage props — girls …
'American Idol' Leaves Hollie Cavanagh With 'Nowhere To Go'MTV.com

'American Idol' 2012 recap: Top 4 blow minds while California dreamin'The Star-Ledger – NJ.com
It's Joshua Ledet's world on 'American Idol,' but judge Lopez refused to …Washington Post
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Heat Advance to Face Indiana, Topping NY 106-94
ABC News
LeBron James was still on the court, enjoying the moment after ousting the New York Knicks, when the first questions came about what's next for the Miami Heat. For one day, Indiana can wait. Having Thursday off from practice is Miami's first playoff …
The Miami Herald Linda Robertson columnChicago Tribune

1. Once Again, Heat Dispose Of East Foe In 5ESPN
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Has 'American Idol' gotten too touchy feely this season?
Fox News
While Ledet has unquestionable talent, many fans thought Lopez's hyperbole epitomized the problems with the kinder, gentler version of “American Idol” since cranky British judge Simon Cowell left the series two years ago (not even addressing the fact …
American Idol's Steven Tyler: I'm No Simon Cowell!Radar Online

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Josh Hamilton Hits Four Home Runs in One Game
ABC News
Josh Hamilton, the baseball star known for his epic exploits on the field – and his monumental struggles to stay sober off of it – etched his name in the record books with a performance for the ages. Hamilton became just the 16th person in major league …
MLB Notebook: Hamilton makes 2012 uniqueMLB.com

Josh Hamilton makes history with four home-run game [Video]Los Angeles Times
Texas vs. BaltimoreUSA TODAY
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