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LeBron's recent play defying description

CNNSI.com

The Heat have been scorching in February. So has LeBron James, who is on an incredible run -- even by his standards. Just how impressive? Rob Mahoney takes a closer look.

Hal Bodley, MLB.com

Start here: This is the best team Fredi Gonzalez has had as manager of the Marlins and now the Braves. Top to bottom, these Braves ooze with talent -- plenty to maybe unseat Washington as the National League East champion.

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Pitcher Jake Westbrook has left the St. Louis Cardinals' game against the Miami Marlins with a bruised left knee and outfielder Carlos Beltran has departed with a bruised right toe.

Joe, miamiherald.com

Haters and critics be damned, the pre-game dunks will continue. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra called it the "theater of the absurd." LeBron James said he doesn't care. People have apparently criticized James about his pre-game dunks—no one actuall…

Armando Salguero, miamiherald.com

I made the point in the last post that the Dolphins should know the kids coming out of the University of Miami and Florida International University better than any other team because of the proximity of those two schools. Well, throw in the University o…

CNNSI.com

Forget a dynasty, but the Pats' window is still open. And after re-working Tom Brady's deal, they're in a very strong position to chase another championship, Don Banks writes.

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Tino Martinez is taking a simple approach in his new role as Miami Marlins hitting coach.

Darin Gantt, profootballtalk.com

The Bills will clear about $5 million worth of salary cap room with DE Chris Kelsay’s retirement. The Dolphins have let some local products slip under their noses in past years, and FIU’s John Cyprien could be next. The Patriots are hoping the Alex Sm…

Armando Salguero, miamiherald.com

One of the defensive back draft prospects that caught the eye of many so-called gurus and experts the past month following the Senior Bowl and Indianapolis Combine is Florida International University's Jonathan Cyprien. Here's hoping he has the attentio…