Each week, the News Record sports desk provides its readers with links to the best articles and videos from the world of sports.

Mark McGwire – What ever happened to Mark McGwire? ESPN’s Wright Thompson checks in with the slugger in hiding.

The Godfather of Hangtime – Bill Simmons writes a profile on one of the greatest players in NBA history that no one really knows about: Elgin Baylor.

Ride that Pony – Marcus Washington with a classic celebration after making a tackle.

Sneaker Wars – A three part series examining the sneaker industry’s influence on amateur basketball in New England. (Jamual Warren mentioned in article)

Stack Jack – You might think you know the Golden State Warrior’s Stephen Jackson, but you have no idea.

This Week's attempt to get people interested in boxing – Paul "the Punisher" Williams with a viscious first round knockout in his latest fight. The Chad Johnson look-alike is one of the top fighters in boxing at the prime of his career and a megafight is on the horizon.

The Emmitt Zone