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Chris Paul saved his best for last in his Clippers debut, hitting three big shots down the stretch in a 105-86 win over the Warriors.

As for Lob City, that may take a while, says Sam Amick.

One of the biggest home games in Wisconsin history happens to also be the Big Ten debut for Nebraska, and Cornhuskers quarterback Taylor Martinez can't wait to make a big splash.

"Everybody on the team has something to prove," Martinez said. "We're ready to shock the world." When No.

Owen Hargreaves speaks of his relief at coming through his Manchester City debut unscathed after scoring a superb opener in Wednesday's Carling Cup win against Birmingham.

Cesc Fabregas makes his Barcelona debut as a substitute and helps the Catalans beat Real Madrid in a bad-tempered Spanish Super Cup.

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini describes Sergio Aguero as a "photocopy" of Brazilian legend Romario after the Argentine's superb debut against Swansea.

A debut try from Manu Tuilagi and 13 points from the boot of Jonny Wilkinson help England to victory over Wales in a World Cup warm-up game at Twickenham.

Seattle Mariners center fielder Franklin Gutierrez is set to make his 2011 debut after being activated from the 15-day disabled list.

Markos Geneti set a Los Angeles Marathon record in winning in his debut at 26.2 miles Sunday, while Buzunesh Deba won the women's event to give Ethiopia a sweep.

Northern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington has named former England Under-21 goalkeeper Lee Camp in his squad for the first time.

New York has its latest superstar. The Knicks beat the Bucks 114-108 and Carmelo Anthony had 27 points. Chris Mannix says the love affair will continue ... as long as the Knicks win.