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Will Jason Collins finally break the barrier for other gay men in professional sports?

Why Straight Men Don't Want To Believe Jason Collins Is Gay

By coming out on the court, NBA player Jason Collins challenges what straight guys consider a 'man.'

The media coverage of gay athletes coming out in professional sports has been happening for years, so why do we suddenly care about Jason Collins? An expert says it's because straight men with are threatened by him.

Dating on the Rebound

Dating on the Rebound

Rebounds are great in basketball, but when it comes to love, it's an entirely different ball game.

In basketball, a rebound is a successful act of a team gaining control of the ball after a missed shot. However, in dating, a rebound can often be an unsuccessful attempt to date someone who recently came out of a relationship. If you are dating someone on the rebound, it's important to have a clear understanding of where they are emotionally before fully committing yourself. Although some rebound relationships turn into lifelong loves, it's best to look at the big picture before planning your happily ever after. 

Kobe and Vanessa Bryant
She wants those championship rings!

Kobe Bryant's Wife Can't Be Married To Someone Who Doesn't Win

Vanessa Bryant makes a disturbing remark about her hubby's performance.

It's become abundantly clear that Vanessa Bryant, better known Kobe Bryant's wife, only loves her famous husband if he wins championships.

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It's March Madness time. Tips for how to watch the games with your guy.

5 Tips For Watching Sports With Your Guy If You Don't Have A Clue

So, you don't know that much about why he loves March Madness—no worries. Here's how to deal.

There is this stereotypical perception out there that women are total nags when their guys are trying to watch the big game. She's asking what color paint swatch would look best on the dining room walls, prodding him about where he left the vacuum, insisting that he kill that massive spider, basically doing everything but letting him watch the game...

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She totally looks like she would school you at sports knowledge, right?

I'm A Female Sports Fan—Why Is This A Turn-Off?

A female sports nut wonders why a perfect March Madness bracket doesn't translate to dating success.

My female friends always think my mad love of sports will consistently win the hearts of guys the world over. For some reason, they believe this is the magical key that will make men utter, "Marry me" on the first date. Ha. They're always in for a surprise when I tell them negative reactions usually ensue.

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Who did you pick to win it all? She's had her bracket filled out for days already...

March Madness Time: 5 Reasons To Date A Girl Who Loves Sports

When you're watching basketball 'round the clock, you want a woman who can relate.

If you know Anthony Davis is No. 1-seed Kentucky's freshman phenom or that you should never count Tom Izzo's Spartans or Coach K's Blue Devils out, this is for you. Reasons guys should date ladies who love sports. (But we can still send it out to dudes en masse as a reminder...)

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Ready to deal with your guy's basketball obsession?

What Guys Think Links: Ready For March Madness?

Plus, seven questions to ask before you talk commitment.

It's less than a week to the world's greatest and most romantic holiday: St. Patrick's Day. The beer is green, the corned beef is hashed and the eyes are smiling. Ahhh, thanks for chasing out all them snakes, Pat. Not to mention... It's time to make your March Madness bracket, or ignore your guy for doing so.

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This guy is really into Asian women and pain.

8 Signs He May Have An Asian Fetish

Has Linsanity taken hold of your man's senses... and loins?

As a resident of New York City and a fan of professional athletics, I'm duty-bound to somehow comment on the "Linsanity" currently taking place with the New York Knickerbockers. Jeremy Lin, a Harvard graduate, has begun starting for the Knicks and taken the hearts of New Yorkers. But there have been some "racist" bumps along the way. Is having an Asian fetish racist? Here's how to tell if a guy has one

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Knicks star Jeremy Lin has his pick of ladies.

Matchmaker, Matchmaker: Who Should Knicks Star Jeremy Lin Date?

We know it's not going to be Kim Kardashian. But maybe Katy Perry? Pippa Middleton? Taylor Swift?

Appearing Monday on Good Morning America, Jeremy Lin shot down rumors that he was set to go on a date with Kim Kardashian, saying he doesn't think the reality-TV star is his "type." But there are plenty of other single celebrities who might interest the 23-year-old Knicks phenom and Harvard graduate.

Michael Jordan Is Engaged To Yvette Prieto
The happy couple!

Michael Jordan Is Engaged To Yvette Prieto

The basketball legend popped the question on Christmas weekend.

Way to go, Michael! 48-year-old Jordan asked his girlfriend of three years, Cuban-American model Yvette Prieto, to marry him over the Christmas weekend.

Why Did Kobe Bryant's Wife File For Divorce Now?
Vanessa Bryant has had enough of being a basketball wife!

Why Did Kobe Bryant's Wife File For Divorce Now?

Plus, the other biggest celebrity splits of the year.

Kobe Bryant's wife Vanessa just filed for divorce after 10 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences, TMZ reports exclusively.