Sports Rewind: Kobe Bryant Is Back

Plus, Robinson Cano signs $240 million deal.

Kobe Bryant Makes His Season Debut - Steelers coach slammed with $100K fine; smoke and fire cause NBA game to be postponed; plus Deion Sanders is fired from charter school for the second time this year. —Dominique ZonyééAfter nearly eight months of recovery due to an Achilles injury, Kobe Bryant returned back to the court on Dec. 8. Bryant had nine points and eight rebounds in his season debut, but the Lakers were unable to stop the Toronto Raptors and lost 106-94. "I think the last time I had eight months off, I was still in the womb," Bryant said. "It felt good to get out there."(Photo: Danny Moloshok/AP Photo)

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Kobe Bryant Makes His Season Debut - Steelers coach slammed with $100K fine; smoke and fire cause NBA game to be postponed; plus Deion Sanders is fired from charter school for the second time this year. —Dominique ZonyééAfter nearly eight months of recovery due to an Achilles injury, Kobe Bryant returned back to the court on Dec. 8. Bryant had nine points and eight rebounds in his season debut, but the Lakers were unable to stop the Toronto Raptors and lost 106-94. "I think the last time I had eight months off, I was still in the womb," Bryant said. "It felt good to get out there."(Photo: Danny Moloshok/AP Photo)

Jayson Williams Out of Prison and Allegedly Threatening Daughters - Former NBA baller Jayson Williams just got of prison for killing his limo driver back in 2002, and now, according to TMZ, he is threatening to kill again. Williams’ estranged wife, Tanya Williams, filed court documents in California seeking health insurance and support for their two young daughters. Because they are in “fear for their lives,” after Williams punched a ceiling and screamed, “I want to kill someone.”(Photo: Frank H. Conlon-Pool/Getty Images)

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Jayson Williams Out of Prison and Allegedly Threatening Daughters - Former NBA baller Jayson Williams just got of prison for killing his limo driver back in 2002, and now, according to TMZ, he is threatening to kill again. Williams’ estranged wife, Tanya Williams, filed court documents in California seeking health insurance and support for their two young daughters. Because they are in “fear for their lives,” after Williams punched a ceiling and screamed, “I want to kill someone.”(Photo: Frank H. Conlon-Pool/Getty Images)

Robinson Cano Signs Record-Breaking Deal With Mariners - With the help of his sports agent, Jay Z and Roc Nation Sports, Robinson Cano scored one of the three biggest contracts in baseball history for $240 million over the course of 10 years with the Seattle Mariners.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

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Robinson Cano Signs Record-Breaking Deal With Mariners - With the help of his sports agent, Jay Z and Roc Nation Sports, Robinson Cano scored one of the three biggest contracts in baseball history for $240 million over the course of 10 years with the Seattle Mariners.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

LeBron James the Actor? - LeBron James will be teaming up with funny man Kevin Hart to star in the Universal Pictures comedy Ballers, which Hart will co-write. James will star as an NBA player, while Hart will play the role of his brother, who is living in James’ shadow. Sounds like this could be hilarious. Stay tuned to see when the film starts production.(Photo: John M. Heller/Getty Images)

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LeBron James the Actor? - LeBron James will be teaming up with funny man Kevin Hart to star in the Universal Pictures comedy Ballers, which Hart will co-write. James will star as an NBA player, while Hart will play the role of his brother, who is living in James’ shadow. Sounds like this could be hilarious. Stay tuned to see when the film starts production.(Photo: John M. Heller/Getty Images)

Mike Tomlin's Rule-Breaking Bill - Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin will think again before running on the field. The NFL announced on Wednesday that they are fining Tomlin $100,000 for violating Rule 13, Section 1, Article 4 of the NFL rule book by crossing into the 6-foot restricted white border that surrounds the playing field during Baltimore Ravens kick returner Jacoby Jones' 73-yard return on Thanksgiving night.(Photo: AP Photo/Nick Wass)

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Mike Tomlin's Rule-Breaking Bill - Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin will think again before running on the field. The NFL announced on Wednesday that they are fining Tomlin $100,000 for violating Rule 13, Section 1, Article 4 of the NFL rule book by crossing into the 6-foot restricted white border that surrounds the playing field during Baltimore Ravens kick returner Jacoby Jones' 73-yard return on Thanksgiving night.(Photo: AP Photo/Nick Wass)

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Jonathan Martin Will Return to NFL - Andre Ward dominates Rodriguez, another NFLer arrested for drug possession, plus “Big Baby” wilds out. — Dominique ZonyééJonathan Martin finally broke his silence on Nov. 15. After meeting with NFL investigator Ted Wells, Martin told reporters he would not speak about the case publicly. However, he did mention that he is looking forward to returning to the NFL.(Photo: AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

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Jonathan Martin to Meet With NFL Investigator Again - As the investigation into the Miami Dolphins bullying scandal between Jonathan Martin and Ritchie Incognito continues, Martin will meet Ted Wells, the lawyer assigned to the investigation for the second time on Dec. 5. Martin and Wells met for the first time on Nov. 15 to present his harassment case against Incognito. Hopefully they are getting closer to resolving the issue.  (Photo: AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Jameis Winston, @jaboowins - Tweet: "For the people that criticize the way that I talk this is for y'all. The Florida state Seminoles are national champions! That is all."Florida State Seminoles quarterback Jameis Winston responds to critics who bashed his communication skills after his victory speech went viral following his team's big win Monday night. (Photo: Phil Sears/AP Photo, File)

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Florida State QB Jameis Winston Rape Case Unfolds - Heisman Trophy candidate Jameis Winston will not be charged in the sexual assault case due to lack of evidence, state attorney Willie Meggs announced on Dec. 5. The Florida State quarterback was accused of raping a female student in December 2012.(Photo: AP Photo/Phil Sears, File)

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Jason Kidd Spilled Drink Stunt Costs Him $50K - Jason Kidd just can't seem to stay out of trouble. Fresh off suspension for a DUI, the Brooklyn Nets coach found himself in hot water again when the NBA fined Kidd $50,000 in November for intentionally bumping into Tyshawn Taylor, causing him to intentionally spill his drink on the court as an unusual stall tactic. Kidd denied it at first, but was caught on video mouthing "hit me" to Taylor.(Photo: AP Photo/John Minchillo)

Drake Teams Up With Michael Jordan - Just in time for the holidays, Drake’s record label, October’s Very Own, is teaming up with Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan brand to launch OVO Air Jordans. Drizzy posted an image of the new kicks on Instagram on Dec. 2. (Photo: Drake via Instagram)

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Drake Teams Up With Michael Jordan - Just in time for the holidays, Drake’s record label, October’s Very Own, is teaming up with Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan brand to launch OVO Air Jordans. Drizzy posted an image of the new kicks on Instagram on Dec. 2. (Photo: Drake via Instagram)

Michael Jordan Is Expecting His Fourth Child - Former NBA baller Michael Jordan is expecting his fourth child and his first with his new wife, Yvette Prieto. The newlyweds, who married seven months ago, confirmed that Prieto was pregnant on Nov. 30, but no word yet on how far along the new Mrs. Jordan is.(Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for MJCI)

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Michael Jordan Is Expecting His Fourth Child - Former NBA baller Michael Jordan is expecting his fourth child and his first with his new wife, Yvette Prieto. The newlyweds, who married seven months ago, confirmed that Prieto was pregnant on Nov. 30, but no word yet on how far along the new Mrs. Jordan is.(Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for MJCI)

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 Steelers Plaxico Burress Sued for Pitbull Attack - Plaxico Burress’ neighbor Gina Stasinos and her husband filed the lawsuit against Burress, claiming that his pitbull got loose and viciously attacked Gina in May while she walked by Burress’ home. Stasinos claims she suffered serious and permanent injuries during the attack and is suing for “unspecified damages.”   (Photo: Wylde / Splash News)

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 Steelers Plaxico Burress Sued for Pitbull Attack - Plaxico Burress’ neighbor Gina Stasinos and her husband filed the lawsuit against Burress, claiming that his pitbull got loose and viciously attacked Gina in May while she walked by Burress’ home. Stasinos claims she suffered serious and permanent injuries during the attack and is suing for “unspecified damages.”   (Photo: Wylde / Splash News)

Spurs-Timberwolves Game Postponed Because of Smoke - Holy smokes! The San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves were slated to play at the Mexico City Arena on Dec. 4, but a generator malfunctioned and went into a blaze filling the arena with smoke. The game was ultimately postponed and a new date has yet to be announced.  No one was hurt.(Photo: AP Photo/Christian Palma)

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Spurs-Timberwolves Game Postponed Because of Smoke - Holy smokes! The San Antonio Spurs and the Minnesota Timberwolves were slated to play at the Mexico City Arena on Dec. 4, but a generator malfunctioned and went into a blaze filling the arena with smoke. The game was ultimately postponed and a new date has yet to be announced.  No one was hurt.(Photo: AP Photo/Christian Palma)

Patriots’ Linebacker Jerod Mayo Puts His Name to Good Use - After six seasons in the league, Jerod Mayo is finally taking the opportunity to make use of his last name. Mayo announced the launch of “Jerod’s All Pro Mayo,” a line of gourmet mayonnaise that will come in flavors such as “Bruisin Bacon,” “Crushin Chipotle” and “Kickin Buffalo.” The flavor varieties are on sale here now. (Photo: Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

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Patriots’ Linebacker Jerod Mayo Puts His Name to Good Use - After six seasons in the league, Jerod Mayo is finally taking the opportunity to make use of his last name. Mayo announced the launch of “Jerod’s All Pro Mayo,” a line of gourmet mayonnaise that will come in flavors such as “Bruisin Bacon,” “Crushin Chipotle” and “Kickin Buffalo.” The flavor varieties are on sale here now. (Photo: Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Deion Sanders:  “There Were Gays on Every NFL Team I Played For” - NFL veteran Deion Sanders played for five teams over the course of his 14 seasons in the league and, according to him, there were gay players on all them. Sanders, an avid supporter of Michael Sam, visited The Arsenio Hall Show and stated that, “Sam should not have a problem in the NFL locker room.” (Photo: Elsa/Getty Images)

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Deion Sanders Gets Fired Again - For the second time in one year, former Dallas Cowboys star Deion Sanders has received a “pink slip” from Prime Prep Academy, the Dallas-area charter school he helped found. Sanders and some school officials are allegedly shocked at the termination. Sanders was dismissed the first time in October after allegations surfaced that he assaulted a school administrator, but he was reinstated a day later.(Photo: Elsa/Getty Images)