Sports Rewind: Lolo Jones' Twitter Backlash

Plus, Anthony Bennett makes NBA Draft history.

Lolo Jones Back in Twitter Trouble - Lolo Jones' latest Twitter controversy; Anthony Bennett makes NBA Draft history; plus more sports headlines. —Britt Middleton  Olympic track star Lolo Jones once again faced scrutiny for her questionable sense of humor. Twitter followers slammed her this week after she compared Rachel Jeantel, a witness in the second-degree murder trial of George Zimmerman, to the character Madea. (Photo: Lolo Jones via Twitter)

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Lolo Jones Back in Twitter Trouble - Lolo Jones' latest Twitter controversy; Anthony Bennett makes NBA Draft history; plus more sports headlines. —Britt Middleton Olympic track star Lolo Jones once again faced scrutiny for her questionable sense of humor. Twitter followers slammed her this week after she compared Rachel Jeantel, a witness in the second-degree murder trial of George Zimmerman, to the character Madea. (Photo: Lolo Jones via Twitter)

Ausar Walcott Released - The Cleveland Browns have released Ausar Walcott, who is charged with attempted murder for allegedly punching a man outside a club in northern New Jersey. (Photo: AP Photo/Harrisonburg, Va., Police Dept., File)

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Ausar Walcott Released - The Cleveland Browns have released Ausar Walcott, who is charged with attempted murder for allegedly punching a man outside a club in northern New Jersey. (Photo: AP Photo/Harrisonburg, Va., Police Dept., File)

Joe Lefeged - Police say Indianapolis Colts' Joe Lefeged was released from jail on his own recognizance on Tuesday morning. Lefeged was arrested on gun-related charges after a traffic stop in Washington, D.C., early Saturday morning, June 29.  (Photo: AP Photo/AJ Mast, File)

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Joe Lefeged - Police say Indianapolis Colts' Joe Lefeged was released from jail on his own recognizance on Tuesday morning. Lefeged was arrested on gun-related charges after a traffic stop in Washington, D.C., early Saturday morning, June 29.  (Photo: AP Photo/AJ Mast, File)

Bennett Makes NBA Draft History - In a surprise move, the Cleveland Cavaliers drafted Anthony Bennett as the No.1 overall pick during Thursday's NBA Draft, making him the first Canadian to take the top spot in draft history. The power forward hails from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. (Photo: AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)

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Bennett Makes NBA Draft History - In a surprise move, the Cleveland Cavaliers drafted Anthony Bennett as the No.1 overall pick during Thursday's NBA Draft, making him the first Canadian to take the top spot in draft history. The power forward hails from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. (Photo: AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)

Durant Signs With Roc Nation - On his Instagram page this week, Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant announced that he has signed with Jay-Z's sports management agency. "Grateful for this opportunity with Roc Nation Sports. It's go time," Durant wrote. (Photo: Kevin Durant via Instagram)

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Durant Signs With Roc Nation - On his Instagram page this week, Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant announced that he has signed with Jay-Z's sports management agency. "Grateful for this opportunity with Roc Nation Sports. It's go time," Durant wrote. (Photo: Kevin Durant via Instagram)

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Hernandez Murder Mystery Continues to Unfold - Aside from his charge of murdering 27-year-old Odin Lloyd, CNN reported on Thursday that former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez is also being investigated by police for a double homicide on Boston's South End in July 2012. (Photo: AP Photo/The Sun Chronicle, Mike George, Pool)

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Hernandez Murder Mystery Continues to Unfold - Aside from his charge of murdering 27-year-old Odin Lloyd, CNN reported on Thursday that former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez is also being investigated by police for a double homicide on Boston's South End in July 2012. (Photo: AP Photo/The Sun Chronicle, Mike George, Pool)

Browns’ Walcott Arrested, Facing Murder Charges - Rookie linebacker Ausar Walcott has been dropped from the Cleveland Browns following his arrest for first-degree attempted murder on Sunday morning. Walcott allegedly punched a man in the head outside of a New Jersey bar. The man is reportedly listed in critical condition at a New York hospital. (Photo: AP Photo/Harrisonburg, Va., Police Dept., File)

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Browns’ Walcott Arrested, Facing Murder Charges - Rookie linebacker Ausar Walcott has been dropped from the Cleveland Browns following his arrest for first-degree attempted murder on Sunday morning. Walcott allegedly punched a man in the head outside of a New Jersey bar. The man is reportedly listed in critical condition at a New York hospital. (Photo: AP Photo/Harrisonburg, Va., Police Dept., File)

Is Howard Moving On? - According to ESPN, the Los Angeles Lakers are "not likely" to re-sign star center Dwight Howard. "Howard is willing to forgo the extra $30 million the Lakers can pay him to play for a coach and in a system he feels will better use his skill set," a source told the sports website. (Photo: Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

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Is Howard Moving On? - According to ESPN, the Los Angeles Lakers are "not likely" to re-sign star center Dwight Howard. "Howard is willing to forgo the extra $30 million the Lakers can pay him to play for a coach and in a system he feels will better use his skill set," a source told the sports website. (Photo: Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

LeBron Turns 20 - LeBron James is adding another milestone to his illustrious career: The Miami Heat star's appearance on this week's issue of Sports Illustrated marks his 20th cover. (Photo: AP Photo/Sports Illustrated)

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LeBron Turns 20 - LeBron James is adding another milestone to his illustrious career: The Miami Heat star's appearance on this week's issue of Sports Illustrated marks his 20th cover. (Photo: AP Photo/Sports Illustrated)

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Gilbert Arenas Charged for Illegal Fireworks - Former Washington Wizards baller Gilbert Arenas was charged with possession of dangerous fireworks without a permit. The charges come as a result of his June 27 arrest, in which he was pulled over in California and police uncovered 100 pounds of fireworks.(Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Gilbert Arenas Arrested - Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was arrested for being in possession of illegal fireworks, cited for speeding and driving without a license, TMZ reported. He was booked for misdemeanor possession and later released without bail. In 2010, Arenas was arrested for brandishing a loaded firearm inside the Washington Wizards locker room. (Photo: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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Pippen Accused of Assault - NBA legend Scottie Pippen has been accused of assaulting a man who requested a picture with the Hall of Famer at a Los Angeles restaurant recently. After Pippen declined the autograph, Pippen claims he was defending himself after the man called him the N-word and spit at him. Pippen was not arrested. The alleged victim reportedly sustained severe injuries to his head, face and back. (Photo: Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images)

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Pippen Accused of Assault - NBA legend Scottie Pippen has been accused of assaulting a man who requested a picture with the Hall of Famer at a Los Angeles restaurant recently. After Pippen declined the autograph, Pippen claims he was defending himself after the man called him the N-word and spit at him. Pippen was not arrested. The alleged victim reportedly sustained severe injuries to his head, face and back. (Photo: Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images)

A Helping Hand - On Twitter last week, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook helped a fan propose to his girlfriend. Westbrook tweeted: "@rachelhaycraft, @chuuuuck1 loves u, he wants to know if u would spend the rest of ur life watching thunder games w/ him. #marryhim #Whynot." She said yes!  (Photo: Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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A Helping Hand - On Twitter last week, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook helped a fan propose to his girlfriend. Westbrook tweeted: "@rachelhaycraft, @chuuuuck1 loves u, he wants to know if u would spend the rest of ur life watching thunder games w/ him. #marryhim #Whynot." She said yes!  (Photo: Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

The NBA Heads Abroad - On Dec. 4, the San Antonio Spurs will play the Minnesota Timberwolves in Mexico City. In addition, the Brooklyn Nets will face the Atlanta Hawks at the O2 arena in London on Jan. 16, 2014. The games are part of the NBA Global Games schedule for the 2013-14 season. (Photo: Courtesy of NBA)

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The NBA Heads Abroad - On Dec. 4, the San Antonio Spurs will play the Minnesota Timberwolves in Mexico City. In addition, the Brooklyn Nets will face the Atlanta Hawks at the O2 arena in London on Jan. 16, 2014. The games are part of the NBA Global Games schedule for the 2013-14 season. (Photo: Courtesy of NBA)

No Criminal Charges for Jaguars’ Maurice Jones-Drew - Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew will not be charged in connection to an alleged bar fight in June, according to the State Attorney's Office. The NFL player had been accused of punching a bouncer at St. Augustine restaurant over Memorial Day weekend. (Photo: Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

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No Criminal Charges for Jaguars’ Maurice Jones-Drew - Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew will not be charged in connection to an alleged bar fight in June, according to the State Attorney's Office. The NFL player had been accused of punching a bouncer at St. Augustine restaurant over Memorial Day weekend. (Photo: Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)