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Are you an NBA player living in the Los Angeles area who's sick of hearing an endless stream of smack from your 7-foot-2 teammate? Then you won't want to miss the next episode of "The Jenny Jones Show." You won't believe what you'll hear when several Lakers join us to proclaim, "He Think He All That, But He Ain't."
IMMERMAN: JENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS




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It's the season of giving, so The Sports Guy is here to give you a gift that promises to keep on giving for years to come. By using his patented 10-step method, you'll be able to easily rip off any owner in your fantasy league in a one-sided trade that would make even Jerry West smile. And you won't even need to threaten force or cut off the head of some unsuspecting pony.

The Water Cooler Bold Move, LeBron
Give me an "S." Give me a "C." What's that spell? A long, endless nightmare for Page 2's Brian Murphy. Our beloved Bruin continued his winter of discontent as he watched a Trojan walk off with the Heisman this weekend. Our man could use a little good cheer -- and, fortunately, Terrell Owens is ready with his pompoms.
Despite his smashing debut on national TV last week, LeBron James has played his last basketball game. Page 2 has learned that LeBron is giving up hoops to pursue a career that should be even more profitable. If he ever does decide to give the NBA a shot, Page 2's Charley Rosen has some pointers on how the kid can improve.

NFL STUD & DUD FOR WEEK 15
Even though it's December, the Dolphins still have plenty of fight left. In fact, one 'Fin packed so much punch on Sunday that he was able to bag our NFL Stud award for Week 15. When it comes to punching, however, you always want to focus on the opponent -- as our Dud recipients found out the hard way.


Although it's the season of good cheer, it's also a time to reflect. And Page 2 is here to reflect on the 10 things that ticked off sports fans the most in 2002. Check out our list of grievances and then vote for the one that irked you the most.
10]  The Exploitation of LeBron James
Lots of folks are making money already off a kid who's only 17 years old. He might be wise beyond his years, he might have the best advisors, and he might end up OK in the long run. But we're still very concerned.
9]  Loooong games
When baseball fans, who tend to really appreciate the leisurely aspects of the sport, start to get fidgety, you know there's something seriously wrong.
8]  Figure skating scandal
As we saw at Salt Lake this year, the method of determining the winners depends on unreliable, corrupt judges and a scoring system that doesn't work. The pairs judging and the bumbling bureaucratic aftermath at the Winter Games was a disgrace.
7]  Baseball's new drug policy
Baseball's new labor agreement includes steroid testing -- with so many caveats and conditions that it's laughable.
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NFL FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Monday Titans 2 Patriots 43
COLLEGE FB FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Fiesta Bowl Miami 13 Ohio State 51
Orange Bowl USC 6 Iowa 57
Rose Bowl Oklahoma 6½ Wash. State NL
Sugar Bowl Georgia 3½ Florida State NL
All Times ET | Bold indicates home team
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Got a comment about something you've seen on Page 2? Here's your chance to sound off to the editors and columnists. Plus, if you'd like to send an e-mail to The Sports Guy, here's your direct link to Bill Simmons.


HEY, RUBE
The Good Doctor visits the Honolulu Marathon, searching for the answer to the age-old question, "Why do these buggers run?"

HIDDEN MVPS
Forget those flashy media darlings, if you're looking for an MVP, head straight to Tennessee writes Page 2's Ralph Wiley.

FOR PETE'S SAKE
Page 2's spies were there when Mike Schmidt, Pete Rose and Bud Selig got together for a secret meeting.

LEBRON TV
Didn't have time to watch the LeBron James Show? No worries. Page 2's Dan Shanoff gives you a running diary on LBJ's national debut.

BASKETBALL DIARY
Charley Rosen checks in on Tracy McGrady. We know he can score, but even T-Mac admits his defense needs work.

THE SPORTS GUY
Just because he's living the SoCal life, doesn't mean Page 2's Bill Simmons isn't still rambling.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


Page 2 was ecstatic when columnist Jim Caple, left, won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night. We just never knew our man was moonlighting as the 'SC quarterback. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.


Celtics at Bulls
8:30 p.m. ET, Fox Net
Check out development of Baby Bulls.
 
Patriots at Titans
9 p.m. ET, ABC
Both AFC contenders heating up at right time.
 
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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Fri., Dec. 13: Charlie Hustling
• Thurs., Dec. 12: Waiting For LeBron
• Wed., Dec. 11: Hidden Agenda
• Tues., Dec. 10: Stuck In Reverse

Other featured content:
• 10 Burning Questions with Tom Berenger
• Vote for the best hat in sports history
• The List: 10 most hyped phenoms of all-time
• The List: 10 phenoms who flopped the most
• Athletes can be perfectly NORML
• Makin' It Better: NFL jerseys
Monday, Dec. 16, 2002
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