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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Sheldon Richardson thinks its pretty easy to point out whats wrong with the New York Jets.And the solutions, the big defensive lineman says, are just as simple.Yeah, turnovers, score, things of that nature, Richardson said Friday.A quarterback switch from Ryan Fitzpatrick to Geno Smith was the focus this week for an offense that has struggled mightily with a league-low 15.8 points per game.But the Jets also are ranked 23rd in overall defense, an alarmingly low spot for a team coached by the defensive-minded Todd Bowles, whose squad finished fourth overall last season.New York has allowed 27.3 points per game, which ranks 25th in the NFL, and the passing defense is 28th.Weve got to execute, Richardson said. We cant blame everything on play-calling. Its mainly us, so weve got to make sure we execute.The biggest culprit might be the four measly takeaways: two interceptions by Marcus Williams, a fumble recovery by Richardson and Kansas City running back Spencer Ware losing control of the football and his fumble bouncing into the end zone and out of bounds.Thats it. Tied for 31st in the league, one more than the Giants.Weve got to get our hands on more balls, whether its tipped passes, turnovers or anything, Bowles said. Last year, we got a bunch of turnovers. This year, we havent gotten them yet.New York had five alone in the first game of last season, and finished tied for third in the league with 30 overall.You cant force plays, cornerback Darrelle Revis said. Youve just got to let them happen. They havent happened for us at the start of the season, but at the same time, weve still got to focus, do our jobs and when they come, theyre going to come in bunches.Were waiting for that, and hopefully we can start doing that this coming Sunday.The Jets (1-5) take on the Baltimore Ravens (3-3), who have done a good job of taking care of the football.Theyve turned the ball over just eight times, including four interceptions by Joe Flacco. But the Ravens quarterback hasnt been picked off in 151 attempts, the third-longest streak in franchise history, dating to his second interception of the game against Jacksonville on Sept. 25.I feel like if we get a turnover, theyll just keep coming, said cornerback Buster Skrine, echoing Revis comments. Last year, we got a turnover in the first game and they just kept coming. Its time for us to pick it up.It appeared the Jets were off to a good start with Williams getting interceptions in each of the first two games of the season. But other than Gilchrists play against the Chiefs in Week 3, Richardsons fumble recovery two weeks ago has been the only other takeaway by the Jets this season.Its not even just (turnovers), Richardson said. Just preventing points, you can still be a great defense. Were not doing that. So, even on that note, thats what it comes down to. Just not getting off the field on third down and we balled there last year, so weve just got to get back to it.Weve got to make plays.New York ranked first in the league in red-zone defense (35 percent) last season, and third overall in third-down defense (33.19 percent).This year, the numbers are far from what would be expected from a defense that many considered one of the NFLs best entering the season. The Jets are 24th in the red zone (64.71 percent) and 20th in third-down situations (40.3).Cheering home fans can be a factor in helping making things tough for opposing offenses. New York is playing its first game at MetLife Stadium in three weeks, and Richardson knows the crowd support directly depends on how they perform.We would like it, but youve got to give them something to cheer for, Richardson said. Were not blind to that fact, either. Its just that simple. You cant be cheering and you cant be happy if youre getting scored on.Game notesRichardson and WR Brandon Marshall downplayed their heated spat in the locker room after the Jets Week 3 loss at Kansas City. Its locker-room business, Richardson said. Thats what its supposed to be. Marshall said it was just a case of two leaders in this locker room trying to figure out a way to win. The argument never got physical, and Bowles addressed them and the rest of the team. It was really nothing, Bowles said. You lose a game, people get frustrated and you move on. ... 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Jeff Green scored 13 points and Kris Humphries 12 for the Celtics, who nearly blew an 18-point, second-half lead. Sullingers 20-20 was the first by a Celtics player since Kevin Garnetts first game in Boston in 2007. Garnett was dealt -- along with Paul Pierce -- to Brooklyn during the off-season. Nick Leddy Jersey . 9. Price, heading to the 2014 Olympics for Canada, was named the First Star after posting wins in three starts with a 1.00 goals-against average and a .971 save percentage.Russell Westbrook signed a contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, ending speculation that has run rampant since Kevin Durant departed for the Golden State Warriors.The team did not disclose terms of the deal, but sources told ESPNs Ramona Shelburne and Chris Broussard that the new contract is potentially worth $85.7 million over the next three seasons. The deal includes a player option that would allow Westbrook to still become a free agent after the 2017-18 season.Theres nowhere else I would rather be than Oklahoma City, Westbrook said at a news conference to announce the deal. You guys have basically raised me. Ive been here since I was 18, 19 years old. You guys did nothing but great things for me. Through the good and the bad, you guys supported me through it all, and I appreciate it. Definitely when I had the opportunity to be able to be loyal to you guys, thats the No. 1 option. Loyalty is something that I stand by.Asked why he agreed to the extension now rather than wait until next season, Westbrook was emphatic: Theres no need to wait if you know where you want to be.Talks between the sides centered around the addition of two more years to Westbrooks current deal, which expires after the 2016-17 season. The new deal calls for Westbrooks salary to jump from $17.8 million next season to the maximum $26.5 million. He would then earn the max the next two seasons if he exercises the third-year option.The player option for the third season of the deal will allow Westbrook to capitalize on the league rule allowing players who have completed 10 seasons to earn a larger max salary.In the wake of Durant leaving, the Thunder made locking up Westbrook to a long-term deal their primary offseason objective. Oklahoma City removed its qualifying offer to restricted free agent Dion Waiters to free up cap space to offer Westbrook a max extension. Waiters agreed to a deal with the Miami Heat last month.Westbrook said he found out about Durants departuree through social media.ddddddddddddAsked if Durant choosing the Warriors made it sting more, Westbrook responded, Sting for who?With Kevin going it opened up a few things for me, he said. For me, just being able to see the team we have, the guys we have ... I felt like this is the best place for me and the best team. I love being here, and this is the place I wanted to be.In a statement released Thursday, Thunder chairman Clayton I. Bennett said: On behalf of the Thunder organization and the entire State of Oklahoma I want to congratulate Russ and offer my sincere appreciation for not only his profound presence and skill as a player, but for his high character, personal integrity and extraordinary leadership. We are thrilled he will continue with us and we look forward to exciting days ahead for the Oklahoma City Thunder.Enthusiasm for Westbrooks signing extended to the Oklahoma City city hall, with mayor Mick Cornett proclaiming Thursday Russell Westbrook Day.Westbrook excelled in 2015-16, tying Hall of Famer Magic Johnson for the most triple-doubles in the past 30 years with a league-high 18, including seven in the month of March.A five-time All-Star and two-time All-Star Game MVP, Westbrook averaged 23.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 10.4 assists last season and finished fourth in the MVP voting.Russell has been an outstanding leader of this team since he was drafted by our organization eight years ago. His competitiveness, character and unique athletic ability have propelled him to the forefront of the game, Thunder general manager Sam Presti said. Russell personifies many of the traits that are synonymous with Oklahoma and Oklahomans. We are excited that Russell has chosen to continue to build the legacy of the Thunder with us as we move forward together.Information from ESPNs Chris Broussard and Ramona Shelburne was used in this report. ' ' '