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	Proving once again that sports is the universal language, Page 2's Eric Neel and his hidden microphone find that Demi Moore (40) and Ashton Kutcher (25 going on 13) are getting over themselves and their generation gap with a few back-and-forth sweet nothings about the NBA Finals. Among Bruce, Brittany and other things. NEEL: AGE NUTHIN' BUT A NUMBER

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	Shouldn't Rudy Giuliani be watching his favorite team in the company of the new boss (his new bride) rather than the old Boss? Why is Martha Stewart so befuddled right now? And what about the strange goings-on in Rick Neuheisel's head? It all becomes clear in the latest edition of "What the Heck Were They Thinking?"

Weekend Water Cooler		The Daily Quickie

	One of the highlights in Brian Murphy's Weekend Water Cooler is the off-the-deck act that Paul Kariya put on against the Devils. But what happens if Kariya doesn't get up? And why are all the eunuchs smiling today?		The Daily Quickie sees Tony Parker play in Game 3 and wonders who needs Jason Kidd. Not the Spurs. Plus Kurt Snibbe's Sportoon takes you through an NHL and NBA Finals exam, geometry and all.

THE STREAKER LIVES!

He struck ... er, streaked again on Sunday at the French Open. That's reason enough for Page 2 to revisit Wayne Dreh's revealing look at Mark Roberts, sport's most notorious un-dresser.

Earlier this month, NFL teams had to pare payroll to get in line with the salary cap. Lots of high-priced players got the axe. Page 2 is left wondering, what if Major League Baseball had a similar June cutdown day? Who needs to go?
10]	Rob Nen (Giants) Savings: About $6 million this year. $15 million total. We have just two words for you: shoulder surgery.

9]	Andy Ashby (Dodgers) Savings: About $5.5 million. Are the Dodgers trying to justify his outsized salary by moving him into the starting rotation?

8]	Damion Easley (Tigers, Rays) Savings: Tigers: About $12 million. Devil Rays: $7,000? Easley set a record on March 28, when he became the most expensive player in MLB history to be released.
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NHL/NBA	FAVORITE	LINE	UNDERDOG	O/U
Monday	Devils	1½	Mighty Ducks	4
Wednesday	Spurs	2	Nets	183
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	SOSA HELPS OUT Think Sammy Sosa put baseball back in hot water? Guess again. Page 2's Eric Neel has 10 ways Sammy helped the National Pastime.
	THE SPORTS GUY The 2003 NBA Finals might not post huge ratings, but Page 2's Bill Simmons expects it to be a great show.
	TUESDAY MORNING QB While NFL fans long for the next chance to see their team in action, TMQ offers a morsel to pass the time.
	JUST SAY NO Page 2's Stacey Pressman loves women's sports, but she's still not buying the WNBA.


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It's Ducks' center Steve Rucchin, left and Braves hurler John Smoltz . This match was requested by 22 Page 2 readers. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.

MLL Lacrosse: Rattlers at Lizards
3 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Bet you didn't know there was an MLL.

MLB: Astros at Yankees
7 p.m. ET, CBS
Mussina looking to re-heat.

MLB: Braves at A's
10 p.m. ET, TBS
Maddux may nab 300 before Clemens.

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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Fri., June 6: Unfriendly Confines
• Thurs., June 5: Time to Grow Up
• Wed., June 4: Cork-screwed
• Tues., June 3: Life After Buffy

Other featured content:
• Why do men fear the WNBA?
• The Sports Guy vs. The Good Doctor
• Is Jennie Finch the most popular?
• The Sports Guy on Roger Clemens
• Page 2's 2003 Wacky Bracket

Monday, June 9, 2003