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Thomas Scores 26 as Bulls Defeat Raptors

Ford efficient in tuneup; Boylan triumphs in possible swan song

By Jesse Andrews, Newser User

Posted Apr 16, 2008 10:43 PM CDT

(Newser) – The Toronto Raptors will be in good shape if T.J. Ford shoots this way in the playoffs. While Ford finished with 18 points in 18 minutes, Tyrus Thomas scored a season-high 26 to lead Chicago to a 107-97 victory over Toronto in what might... Read full story »

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Thomas Scores 26 as Bulls Defeat Raptors

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