Times in triplicate

Everyone's still abuzz over the forceful dunk attempt by Ohio State's Greg Oden in the national semifinal game against Georgetown.

The Times apparently liked it so much they quoted Oden talking about it--three times. On the same page.

-In Matchup of Big Men, Ohio State’s Oden Comes Out the Ultimate Winner, Joe LaPointe: “I wanted to get in there and just tear the rim down,” Oden said.

-Timing Is Perfect for Oden and Buckeyes, Pete Thamel: “I was out for 17 minutes,” Oden said. “I wanted to get in there and just tear the rim down.”

-It’s Hard Getting to the Final Four, Even if You’re Supposed To, George Vecsey: "Asked how he felt at halftime, Oden said: "I was out for 17 minutes. I wanted to get in there and just tear the rim down, you know."

Uncredited Reuters photo of Oden dunk attempt found in various places online.