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Hornets extend Bobcats' losing streak to 18

Associated Press, ESPN.com

Eric Gordon had 24 points and seven assists, helping the New Orleans Hornets overcome a 21-point first-half deficit and extend the Charlotte Bobcats' losing streak to 18 games with a 98-95 victory Saturday night.

Michael David Smith, profootballtalk.com

When Sean Payton returns to coach the Saints after his yearlong suspension, he’ll do so with a salary that may make him America’s highest-paid coach, in any sport. Payton’s five-year contract with the Saints is expected to pay him more than $8 milli…

Isaac Rauch, deadspin.com

This should be obvious, but if you want to sell narcotic bath salts masquerading as aromatherapy powder, there's no better packaging than Drew Brees, photoshopped to make it look like he's wearing Heath Ledger's Joker makeup (we think). It's basic marke…

Dan Swenson, nola.com

An illustrated look at how Drew Brees and the 7-8 New Orleans Saints' top five offensive playmakers have performed this season and during their 34-31 overtime victory over the Dallas Cowboys