1.   But the big talking point was the first half bust-up involving the rivals managers and team officials.

2.   SOUTH African rugby team officials denied claims yesterday that anti-apartheid protesters hit Springbok players with eggs and flour at the start of their tour of England.

3.   Also, chat sessions hosted by radio broadcaster Mike Allison give fans the opportunity to talk live with players and team officials.

4.   Although Carr maintained his relationship with Gaston was fine, according to sources, he had rockey relations with other high-ranking team officials.

5.   Although some team officials secretly hoped the league would lobby for a full-time move to Anaheim, the Board of Governors was unable to sway Sterling.

6.   An Islanders team official even made a call to the National Hockey League office thinking there had been a mistake.

7.   And according to a Kings team official, he has never been mentioned as possible compensation for Richmond.

8.   And one team official contended that people outside the coaching staff and the players visit the practice facility no more than they used to under Van Gundy.

9.   And last night ... team officials had a secret meeting with Rodman in a restaurant here in L.A.

10.   And team officials correctly pointed out that the Miami defense is more settled than the offense for one of the first times in franchise history.