Inside THE WEEK IN SPORTS

HORSE RACING
Hal's Hope enters Derby fray
Mighty showing in Louisiana
How good is War Chant?

BASEBALL
Alou's strong return buoys Astros
Can Avery fill Smoltz's spot
Look who's been renewed

THE NBA
Pistons favor Bad Boy as coach
Does Starks deserve title shot
Nuggets' art-loving guard

THE NHL
Iginla hot for Flames
Former NHLer and llamas on the links
Buckle up (chin straps) for safety!

COLOR PHOTO: PHOTOGRAPH BY JOHN W. MCDONOUGH Stealing Kandi The reach of Clipper Michael Olowokandi, whowould have 14 rebounds in this game, exceeds the grasp of Raptor Antonio Davis in a 95-94 Toronto victory.