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LaDainian Tomlinson says he believes he has played his last game as a San Diego Charger.

The Devils have won the Ilya Kovalchuk sweepstakes, acquiring from the superstar winger from the Thrashers on Thursday night, a source close to the deal told ESPN.com.

Kobe Bryant does not participate in practice, opting for treatment.

NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith paints a bleak picture of the league’s labor situation.

The Los Angeles Clippers have made a coaching change with just 32 games left in the season, naming Kim Hughes as their new interim coach on Thursday night after Mike Dunleavy relinquished his bench duties.

The teen from Bear, Del., has committed to play at USC, according to his private quarterback coach Steve Clarkson.

One week before defending his title at Pebble Beach, Dustin Johnson is off to a flawless start at Riviera. He shot a 7-under 64 for a one-shot lead over Andres Romero among early starters in the Northern Trust Open.

Despite Tiger Woods’ problems surrounding his adultery scandal and lost corporate sponsors, the world’s No. 1 golfer remains the top athlete brand as ranked by Forbes.

New Orleans Hornets point guard Chris Paul underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Thursday afternoon for a meniscal repair, the team said in a news release.

Nicklas Backstrom’s third-period, power-play goal — his fifth point of the night — snapped a tie and gave the Capitals a 6-5 victory over the New York Rangers on Thursday that extended the Capitals’ winning streak to a team-record 12 games.