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Daily Sundial
The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial
The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

Lauren Holmes, Author

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The New Orleans Pelicans' Anthony Davis, right, battles for a rebound with the Memphis Grizzlies' Zach Randolph at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., on Wednesday, April 8, 2015. The Grizzlies won, 110-74. (Nikki Boertman/The Commercial Appeal/TNS)

Why Anthony Davis is worth every single penny

Lauren Holmes
April 30, 2015
Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose (1) watches a defensive possession in the final minute from the bench on Monday, April 27, 2015, at the United Center in Chicago in Game 5 of a first-round playoff series. The Bucks defeated the Bulls, 94-88. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

NBA to undergo drug testing in offseason

Lauren Holmes
April 28, 2015
"NBA Live is currently the highest-grossing basketball video game with 35 million sells, but their fall in popularity caused them to take a three year hiatus after 2010’s release. Since their return, Kerr has been a perennial announcer for 2K’s in-game play-by-plays and player analysis." Photo courtesy of TNS

Who will be the next NBA 2k commentator?

Lauren Holmes
April 13, 2015
"Each month has marked something special for Westbrook, reaching platforms that haven’t been touched in years." Photo courtesy of TNS

A look at Russell Westbrook’s triple-double spree

Lauren Holmes
April 10, 2015
"Kerr’s accomplishments is a reflection of the Golden State Warriors’ successful regular season in which individual and team records are set almost monthly. The No. 1 seeded team set new franchise records in March with 61 home wins and 27 road wins, with the Splash Brothers, Thompson and Curry, continuing to shatter scoring rap-sheets."

The Steve Kerr Effect

Lauren Holmes
April 9, 2015
Golden State Warriors guards are making a splash

Golden State Warriors guards are making a splash

Lauren Holmes
April 1, 2015
"Dean Smith, who died February 7th this year at 83, didn’t know when he would take his final breath, but he did know that he wanted to reward the players that helped him become the ninth most winningest division one college coach in NCAA history." Photo courtesy of TNS.

Dean Smith’s legacy lives on

Lauren Holmes
March 30, 2015
"Nowitzki snatched his 10,000th rebound after a missed corner 3-point attempt by San Antonio’s Manu Ginobili in Tuesday evening’s game at home in the American Airlines Center. The fans were awarded that night with a 101- 94 victory and a little taste of history." Photo courtesy of TNS.

A perfect circle: a look back at Dirk Nowitzki’s legacy

Lauren Holmes
March 26, 2015
Steve Nash is introduced before the start of the NBA All-Star game at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, February 14, 2010. (Ron Jenkins/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/MCT)

Former NBA MVP and current Los Angeles Laker Steve Nash calls it quits after 19 seasons

Lauren Holmes
March 23, 2015
Former Los Angeles Lakers star Shaquille O'Neal during a ceremony to retire his number before a game against the Dallas Mavericks at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times/MCT)

Orlando Magic honor Shaquille O’Neal with Hall of Fame induction

Lauren Holmes
March 19, 2015
Photo credit: Kristine Delicana

Social media is changing the news— For the bad and good

Lauren Holmes
March 10, 2015
Michael Jordan was named on Forbes Billionaire List Monday, furthering his legacy as one of the most important athletes of all time. Photo courtesy of TNS

Michael Jordan breaks boundaries becoming a billionaire

Lauren Holmes
March 5, 2015
Dez Bryant, who was recently franchised by the Dallas Cowboys, may get much more out of his season with the new cap space for each NFL team. Photo courtesy of TNS.

New NFL salary cap flexes league’s monetary power

Lauren Holmes
March 5, 2015
Photo credit: Thomas Gallegos

New York Knicks lose a Favorite; Anthony Mason Dead at 48

Lauren Holmes
March 2, 2015

Fair helps students achieve better understanding of their selected majors

Lauren Holmes
February 26, 2015
Minnesota Timberwolves' Kevin Garnett returns to the team that drafted him in 1995. Photo courtesy of TNS.

Kevin Garnett’s Homecoming: the Minnesota Timberwolves’ very own

Lauren Holmes
February 26, 2015

Speaker talks taking control- a tale of surviving eating disorders

Lauren Holmes
February 25, 2015
File Photo/The Sundial

Water Polo: Ferreira’s goals couldn’t lift CSUN out of eighth at UC Irvine Invitational

Lauren Holmes
February 23, 2015
File Photo/The Sundial

Water Polo: No. 9 CSUN splits games at UC Irvine Invitational

Lauren Holmes
February 22, 2015

Student volunteers offer free tax services to low-income residents

Lauren Holmes
February 19, 2015
Photo courtesy of Tribune News Services

NBA All – Star game uplifts New York’s spirits and fans hopes.

Lauren Holmes
February 16, 2015
Women's Water Polo: Matadors sweep in Redlands double-header

Women’s Water Polo: Matadors sweep in Redlands double-header

Lauren Holmes
February 16, 2015
All - Star Weekend's Slam Dunk Contest gets fresh legs

All – Star Weekend’s Slam Dunk Contest gets fresh legs

Lauren Holmes
February 15, 2015
Women's Water Polo: CSUN Remains Undefeated at Home; Defeats Claremont

Women’s Water Polo: CSUN Remains Undefeated at Home; Defeats Claremont

Lauren Holmes
February 14, 2015
File Photo/The Sundial

Water Polo: CSUN finish fourth at UCSD Triton Invitational

Lauren Holmes
February 9, 2015
File Photo/The Sundial

Women’s Water Polo: CSUN knocks Hartwick and UC Davis to advance to UCSD Triton Invitational semis

Lauren Holmes
February 8, 2015
Women's Water Polo: CSUN notches first win against ranked team in home opener

Women’s Water Polo: CSUN notches first win against ranked team in home opener

Lauren Holmes
February 2, 2015
File photo/The Sundial

Women’s Water Polo: CSUN maintains perfect record in Cal Baptist Tournament

Lauren Holmes
February 1, 2015
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