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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) is tackled by New Orleans Saints safety Johnathan Abram (24) in the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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After Falcons fizzle, coach Arthur Smith deflects when asked about his future
By GUERRY SMITH - Associated Press
Sun,01/07/24-7:33PM , 197 Reads
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Following Atlanta’s second-half collapse against the rival Saints on Sunday, embattled Falcons coach Arthur Smith had opportunities to make a public case for his retention.

He wasn't willing to address it.
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New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram (14) shoots over Sacramento Kings guards De'Aaron Fox (5) and Chris Duarte (3) in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/José Luis Villegas)

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CJ McCollum scores 30, Pelicans lead by 50 in 133-100 rout of Kings
By ERIC HE - Associated Press
Sun,01/07/24-7:17PM , 109 Reads
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — CJ McCollum scored 30 points, making seven 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Pelicans led by 50 points in a 133-100 rout of the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.
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New Orleans Saints players huddle in a tunnel before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

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Saints players defy their own coaches and score from kneel-down formation, angering the Falcons
By BRETT MARTEL - AP Sports Writer
Sun,01/07/24-5:22PM , 107 Reads
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Reserve quarterback Jameis Winston and New Orleans' offense capped off a convincing victory with an aggressive play call that defied the orders of their own coaches and upset the rival Atlanta Falcons.
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Reese, Williams lead No. 7 LSU women past Mississippi, 84-73
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Sun,01/07/24-4:25PM , 74 Reads
OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — Angel Reese scored 21 points and Mikaylah Williams made four 3-pointers in a 20-point effort in No. 7 LSU's 84-73 victory over Mississippi on Sunday.

The Tigers (15-1, 2-0 Southeastern Conference) put it away with a 12-2 run to start the fourth quarter against the Rebels (11-4, 1-1).
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Chance of Rain: 90%
Max Temp: 85°F
Min Temp: 77°F
Feels Like: 80°F
Dew Point: 73°F
Humidity: 74%
Sunrise: 5:56 AM
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Wind Gust: 7 mph
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