For Dirk Nowitzki, the resume is complete. He's an NBA champion. For LeBron James, the agonizing wait continues for at least one more year. A season that began with Miami celebrating the signings of James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh -- along with the promise of championships -- ended on the very same floor, with the Dallas Mavericks hoisting the title trophy for the first time in their franchise...
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Jess targets second world title
Trafford AC golden girl Jessica Ennis has collected two more awards and been nominated for one of the most prestigious individual honours in the world. Pin-up girl Ennis is in the running to become Laureus world sportswoman of the year on a night of stars in Abu Dhabi next month. Britain’s World and European heptathlon champion is in stellar company, including the girl who pipped her to become 2010 IAAF female athlete of the year, Blanka Vlasic. However, her listing is further evidence of Ennis’ global success. The award will be decided by a panel of 46 of the greatest sportsmen and sportswomen of all time. Ennis is up against a formidable array of talent, including the current holder of the title, Wimbledon and