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You think Eric Byrnes' recent cycle for the A's was impressive? Hah! Page 2's Bill Simmons has a ballpark cycle so tough it'll turn the stomach of any player ... or hungry fan, for that matter. Then there are answers to questions about the Sports Gal's new name, jumping the shark, and the new wave in Hollywood nude scenes.
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Any doubts about LeBron James' ability to win at the game of hoops were put to rest a while ago. After watching him in summer-league action, Page 2's Ralph Wiley says King James will win the bigger game, too -- the game of life. He is cool, calm and comfortable with Michael's crown.

Ballpark Tour The Daily Quickie
A statue of the Home Run King, Hank Aaron, guards the gates to the home of the Braves, which makes for a fitting image for Jeff Merron's evaluation of Hot-lanta's kid-friendly Turner Field.
The Daily Quickie says the old dogs (read: Karl Malone) wearing Lakers' unis may not have time to learn the new tricks in Phil's triangle offense. Plus, J-Kidd and B-Scott make up.

OVERRATED FINALS
There is one weekend left in Page 2's Most Overrated Person Alive bracket. Will Ja Rule's early lead over Trista Rehn in the finals hold up? You still have time to vote.


When Kobe Bryant was arrested for an alleged sexual assault, everyone was shocked. But an athlete making shocking headlines off the field is nothing new. So here are the sports world's 10 biggest falls from grace:
10]  George O'Leary
After Notre Dame discovered the lies on O'Leary's résumé, he was shown the door after only a week at his dream job.
9]  Mike Tyson
The man who was the future of boxing became a national punchline with his less than stable behavior.
8]  Ben Johnson
Canada's great Olympic hope in 1988 left humiliated when his 100-meter gold medal was taken away after a positive test for steroids.
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VEGAS' ODDS TO WIN 2003 BRITISH OPEN
Tiger Woods 3-1   Phil Mickelson 10-1
Ernie Els 8-1   Vijay Singh 15-1
Sergio Garcia 20-1   Davis Love III 15-1
Mike Weir 10-1   Jim Furyk 10-1
Retief Goosen 15-1   David Toms 20-1
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THE LIST
Many are too busy chastising Dusty Baker to see the flaws in Kobe Bryant's newfound respect.

THE SPORTS GUY
The Sports Guy breaks down the summer countdown to the NFL season.

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AD NAUSEUM
Making fun of athletes in commercials is nothing new but Page 2's Eric Neel thinks you should give these guys a break.

NEXT BIG THING
Who will be the next LeBron? Page 2's Ralph Wiley says the hype has annointed Coney Island's Sebastian Telfair.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


It's Kurt Warner's wife Brenda, left, and American Idol Clay Aiken. This match was requested by Brett Amos of Kokomo, Ind. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.


Baseball Tonight
7 p.m. ET, ESPN
All-Star Special from Chicago.
 
2003 Home Run Derby
8 p.m. ET, ESPN
Embrace the long ball, folks.
 
2003 Legends/Celebrity Softball Game
10 p.m. ET, ESPN
Hollywood vs. legends, slowpitch style.
 
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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Thurs., July 10: Sausage Assault
• Wed., July 9: Emanski & Crime Dog
• Tue., July 8: The Next LeBron
• Mon., July 7: Final Four

Other featured content:
• Lakers' Dream Team roster holes
• Olympic sports we'd like to see
• Bad Hair Hall of Shame for 2003
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