Gurvinder Singh Gandu
I'm a New York City-based writer, with West Coast roots. Along with Yahoo Sports, my work has been published on various websites including ReviewFix and BenevolentSlang. I am currently covering the beat assignment for the 2012 London Olympics for Yahoo Sports - use the site filter below to access published articles. Follow me on Twitter @SINGHinBROOKLYN
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The Key to the Lakers-Thunder Series Lies Beyond the Stars: Fan ReactionAt this point in the season, it’s no secret that the Thunder are the favorites to represent the West in this year’s finals. But they'll have to get past Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers first.
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Green Bay Packers Mother's Day Gift GuideLooking to make an impression on mom this Mother’s Day? A Green Bay Packers-themed gift will surely do the trick - Celebrate mom and get her geared up for the upcoming Packers season with these great gifts!
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New York Knicks Mother's Day Gift GuideHoping to make Mother’s Day extra special this year? Well here’s your chance. This flashy Knicks gear will surely make you stand out amongst the rest.
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U.S. Men's Volleyball Team Begins Their Olympic Journey in CaliforniaIf the U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team hopes to win their second consecutive Olympic gold medal, they’ll have to, first, earn a birth to this summer’s Games at the NORCECA Men’s Continental Olympic Qualification Tournament.
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Oklahoma City Goes Up 2-0, but the Series is Far from Over: Fan ReactionTime and time again, history has proven that it’s not easy to come back from a 0-2 deficit in a NBA playoff series, but for the defending-champion Dallas Mavericks, there is still hope.
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Draw Set for London 2012 Olympic Basketball TournamentIn their quest to win back-to-back Olympic gold medals, both the U.S. men’s and women’s national basketball teams are set to face some of the toughest competition yet on the international level.
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Clippers Erase 27-point Deficit, Shock the Grizzlies: Fan ReactionWith a 27-point comeback win in Game 1 of the first round of the NBA playoffs, the Los Angeles Clippers prove why they're a force to be reckoned with in the West
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The Newly-Constructed Water Polo Arena is Ready for the OlympicsAs one of the final venues to be completed for the upcoming summer Games, the construction of the temporary Water Polo Arena marks yet another milestone for the London officials, as they prepare for the festivities.
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Without Derrick Rose, Bulls Don't Stand a Chance: A Fan's ReactionEven though the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Chicago Bulls on Sunday, April 1, had Bulls' Derrick Rose played, it would have been an entirely different matchup.
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Rivalry Grows as the Thunder Defeat the Lakers: Fan ReactionThe physical play that we’ve witnessed between the Thunder and the Lakers this season seems to be the start of a newfound rivalry in the NBA - something that the league has been lacking in recent years.
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How Teams Qualify for the Olympic Volleyball CompetitionThe competition will feature the very best 12 men’s and 12 women’s national teams in the world looking to secure a place in Olympics history. But before this summer’s prestigious volleyball tournament takes place, teams will have to earn their spot.Also published on:
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The Black Mamba Strikes Again, This Time in Oakland: Fan ReactionKobe Bryant, a.k.a. ‘The Black Mamba,’ claimed another victim Tuesday night, as the Los Angeles Lakers escaped Oakland with a close win, 104-101, against the Golden State Warriors.
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Clippers Put on a Show at the Staples Center, Beat the Hornets 97-85: Fan Reaction“Lob City” was operating at its finest Monday night, as the Los Angeles Clippers picked up an impressive win, 97-85, at home against the New Orleans Hornets. If the Clippers continue to play at a high level, they will be a force to be reckoned with.
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Grizzlies Outplay the Lakers on the Road, Win 102-96: Fan ReactionBehind a balanced scoring attack, which included seven players in double figures, the slumping Grizzlies - losers of three straight games before Sunday - showed great resilience, picking up a big win against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center.
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U.S. Wrestling Team Dominates at the FILA Pan Am Olympic QualifierIt was a dominating overall performance by American wrestlers, as they locked up numerous slots at this summer’s Olympic competition in London. At the Pan Am qualifier, the U.S. qualified seven of the nine weight classes it competed in.
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Official Team GB Olympic Kit LaunchedGreat Britain, the host country to the 2012 Olympics, will compete in utter style at this summer’s competition. On Thursday, March 22, Adidas unveiled the official outfits that will be worn by British athletes in London.
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Lakers Shoot Lights-out Against the Mavericks, Win 109-93: Fan ReactionAfter being humiliated by the Mavericks in last year’s NBA playoffs, when they were knocked out via a 4-game sweep, the Lakers are in route to return the favor, albeit in the regular season. On Wednesday, March 21, the Lakers beat the Dallas Mavericks.
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London Olympics Venue Spotlight: BMX TrackThe newly-built BMX Track, located on the north end of Olympic Park, will be the setting for the much-anticipated BMX Cycling competition at the 2012 Olympics in London.
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Dallas Rolls, Picks Up Much-Needed Road Win in Denver: Fan ReactionThe all-around effort by Dallas couldn’t have come at a better time, as they put an end to a horrendous 7-game losing streak on the road. After struggling for much of the early portion of March, the Mavericks have bounced back nicely, showing resilience.
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Half-Marathon Would Be a Good Addition to the Olympic GamesAdding the half-marathon to the Olympic Games would provide a great opportunity for distance runners to test their 13.1-mile speed at the greatest sporting event in the world.
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Spurs Outlast Thunder in Duel of 'Best in the West': Fan ReactionThe Oklahoma City Thunder were unable to complete the 27-point comeback against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. With a little over a month left in the NBA season, the Thunder must fend off the Spurs for first place in the West.
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London Unveils First Glimpse of Athlete Accommodations in Olympic VillageThe unveiling of the first completed apartments in the Olympic and Paralympic Villages, on March 15, was a much-anticipated milestone for the London 2012 Organizing Committee (LOCOG).
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Duchess of Cambridge Promotes London Olympics, Team Great BritainKate Middleton - The Duchess of Cambridge - made an appearance at the Riverbank Arena, in London’s prized Olympic Park, on Thursday to show support for the athletes that will represent Team Great Britain at this summer’s Games.
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Mike D'Antoni Resigns as Knicks Continue to Struggle: Local ReactionMike D’Antoni has resigned as the Knicks’ head coach, just 3 ½ years after his arrival in the 'Big Apple.' Assistant coach Mike Woodson will take over as the interim head coach.
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Five Keys to Succes for the Dallas MavericksWith time running out in the NBA regular season, the defending-champion Dallas Mavericks are struggling to simply maintain a playoff spot. Dallas needs to get it together fast if they hope to defend their throne.
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Olympic Stadium to Kick Off '2012 Hours to Go' Until the London OlympicsOn Saturday May 5, The London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG) will host a night of entertainment at the Olympic Stadium in London. The event, called '2012 Hours to Go: An Evening of Athletics and Entertainment,’ is open to the public.Also published on:
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Michael Phelps Looks to Be in Championship Form for LondonWith the 2012 London Olympics just a few months away, Michael Phelps looks to be in good form after winning all three of his events at the Columbus Grand Prix.
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Twelve Must-See Music Festivals of 2012 (U.S.)The 2012 music festival circuit has commenced and it’s the time to start making travel plans. To help narrow down the possibilites, here’s a list of the twelve can’t-miss music festivals of the year.
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Spain Without Ricky Rubio for the 2012 London OlympicsWith the season-ending injury to point guard Ricky Rubio, the Spanish National basketball team will have to find a replacement if they hope to dethrone Team USA at this summer's Olympic Games in London.
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The Five Current NBA Players with Multiple Olympic MedalsFor the NBA players who get the opportunity to represent “red, white and blue,” winning an Olympic medal is the ultimate achievement in basketball (perhaps even more so than attaining a NBA ring). These five players have achieved this feat more than once.
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Top 5 Most Decorated U.S. OlympiansThe United States has had a strangle-hold on the Olympics since the beginning of the competition. These five athletes, especially, have consistently proven why they're the best of the best.
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'Blur' to Headline at BT London Live Closing Ceremony Celebration Concert in Hyde ParkAs part of the Olympic festivities in London, 'Blur' will be gracing the stage for the first time at Hyde Park since their legendary sold-out reunion shows of summer 2009.
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Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell to Give Us Preview of 2012 OlympicsThe two fastest men in the world, Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell, will square off at two Diamond League meets, just ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
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'Live Sites' Invite Everyone in the UK to Join the Olympic CelebrationTo provide access to the Games to everyone, London has strategically set up ‘Live Sites’ around the UK, where locals and tourists alike can gather and get involved in the celebration.
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London Launches Olympic Rings, 2012 FestivalThe London 2012 Festival will turn this summer's Olympic Games into a vibrant, cultural experience.
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U.S. Paralympic Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team Nominated for 2012 Paralympic GamesThe 2012 U.S. Paralympic Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team, along with the National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA), has announced the names the of athletes who will represent the ‘Red, White & Blue’ at the 2012 Paralympic Games in London.
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Men's Olympic Football Tournament Qualification Play-Off Match AnnouncedAs part of the London Prepares Series, the final qualification play-off for the Men's Olympic Football competition between AFC (Asia) and CAF (Africa) confederations will be played on April 23 at the City of Coventry Stadium in England.
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Team USA Basketball Annonces Pre-Olympic Exhibition TourThe U.S. Men’s National Basketball Team will embark on a five-game exhibition tour in preparation for the London Summer Olympics. The tour includes games against Argentina, Spain, Great Britain, Brazil and Dominican Republic.
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Wimbledon to Host the 2012 London Olympic Games Tennis CompetitionThree weeks after hosting the prestigious annual grand slam tournament, Wimbledon will, once more, entertain the best players from around the world at the London 2012 Olympic Games Tennis competition.
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Dress Rehearsal Announced for Olympic Torch RelayTo ensure this summer’s Olympic Torch Replay goes as planned, The London 2012 Organizing Committee (LOCOG) has announced plans for a full dress rehearsal on April 20. The walk-through will test functions surrounding the event.
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The 18th FINA Visa Diving World Cup 2012 is a Test Run for the New Olympic Aquatics CentreThe 18th FINA Visa Diving World Cup 2012, being held at the brand new Aquatics Centre in Olympic Park will allow the London 2012 Olympic Organizing Committee (LOCOG) to examine it's preparedness for the 2012 London Olympic Games.Also published on:
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2012 London Olympics Basketball: A Preview of Team USAThe U.S. is the clear-cut favorite going into the ‘12 Games. With a star-studded roster, Team USA will look to continue its domination on the international basketball scene.
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2012 London Olympics: Basketball Venue OverviewTwo state-of-the-art arenas are set to provide the perfect backdrop for the best players from around the world to showcase their elite talent, while getting the opportunity to represent their respective countries.Also published on:
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London 2012: A Sustainable OlympicsBy hosting the 2012 Summer Olympics, London is ready to use this opportunity to create positive, lasting change that will improve quality of life in east London. Via the Games, it hopes to leave behind a lasting legacy that will benefit the entire UK.Also published on:
