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Warriors’ Moses Moody Diagnosed With Torn Patellar Tendon
Golden State guard Moses Moody has been diagnosed with a torn patellar tendon in his left knee. The injury rules him out for the remainder of the season.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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Paul George Set to Return as 76ers Face Celtics After 25-Game Suspension
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George is slated to return Wednesday against the Boston Celtics following a 25-game suspension for a failed drug test. George said mental health issues contributed to his PED use.
By Dr. Sarah Chen5 min read
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Nuggets, Suns Meet in Key Western Conference Playoff Race Clash
Denver and Phoenix square off in a matchup with major implications for the Western Conference standings. The latest playoff projections and draft lottery standings were also updated following Monday’s slate.
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NBPA criticizes Bucks amid dispute over Giannis shutdown
The NBA Players Association has publicly rebuked the Milwaukee Bucks in a dispute involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. The union suggested the team’s desire to shut down the All-Star forward for the rest of the season raises concerns about competitive integrity.
By Marcus Thompson5 min read
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NBPA Urges NBA to Revisit 65-Game Awards Eligibility Rule
The NBA Players Association is asking the league to amend the 65-game requirement tied to end-of-season awards eligibility. The union says any change should, at minimum, address how the current threshold is applied.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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2026 NBA Draft Stock Watch: Early March Madness Movers
The first weekend of March Madness delivered a fresh set of evaluations for 2026 NBA draft prospects. Here’s a concise look at how the latest tournament action affected the buzz and scouting focus around a group of top names.
By Tony Morales5 min read
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LeBron James, Austin Reaves revisit the moment behind their viral sideline meme
A brief late-game exchange between LeBron James and Austin Reaves from a 2022 matchup against the Brooklyn Nets has lived on as a widely shared meme. Years later, the two Lakers have addressed how the moment came together on the floor.
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Arizona State Names Saint Mary’s Randy Bennett as Next Head Coach
Arizona State has hired Saint Mary’s head coach Randy Bennett to lead its men’s basketball program. The school announced the move Monday, turning to a veteran coach from the West Coast Conference.
By DeShawn Williams5 min read
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Report: Cincinnati set to hire Utah State coach Jerrod Calhoun
Cincinnati is expected to hire Utah State head coach Jerrod Calhoun, who emerged as the Bearcats’ top target after the position opened. Calhoun has guided the Aggies to back-to-back NCAA tournament appearances.
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Mexican prospect Karim Lopez declares for NBA draft after NBL stint
Karim Lopez has declared for the NBA draft after spending two seasons in Australia’s NBL. The Mexican-born prospect is positioned to become the first player born in Mexico to be selected in the first round.
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Markelle Fultz to Sign 10-Day Contract With Raptors
Former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz is set to sign a 10-day contract with the Toronto Raptors. The short-term deal gives Toronto an additional backcourt option as the team evaluates its roster.
By Tony Morales5 min read
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Sweet 16 Preview: What Could Decide Each Regional Semifinal
The NCAA tournament reaches the Sweet 16 with regional semifinal matchups that will be shaped by a handful of defining factors. From Michigan vs. Alabama to Purdue vs. Texas, here are the key elements that could determine who moves on.
By Marcus Thompson5 min read
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Fantasy Pickups: Jazz’s Chandler, Wizards’ Coulibaly headline weekly adds
Each week, fantasy basketball managers can find available players who help cover roster needs. Here are the top additions to consider for the week ahead, led by Utah’s Chandler and Washington’s Coulibaly.
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Creighton’s Greg McDermott to Retire After Season
Creighton announced head coach Greg McDermott will retire at the end of the season. McDermott leaves after a 16-year run in Omaha that included 365 wins.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Charlotte Hires Wes Miller as Men’s Basketball Coach
Charlotte has named Wes Miller its next men’s basketball coach. Miller takes over the program after being dismissed at Cincinnati earlier this month.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Ranking the NBA’s Best and Worst Transactions Since Last Summer
A new ranking breaks down the 10 best and 10 worst NBA transactions since last offseason. The list highlights headline-grabbing hypotheticals — from Bradley Beal to the Clippers to Jared McCain landing with the Thunder — while evaluating which moves have helped or hurt the most.
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Sweet 16 Reset: How the Remaining Men’s Teams Stack Up
The men’s Sweet 16 is set after a first weekend defined by buzzer-beaters, blowouts and bracket-shaking results. With five Big Ten teams still alive and Texas emerging as a dangerous, upset-minded presence, the field has narrowed to a compelling mix of styles and résumés.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Bill Self Says No Decision Yet on Coaching Future After Kansas’ Season Ends
Kansas coach Bill Self said he has not made a decision about his coaching future following the Jayhawks’ season-ending loss to St. John’s. Self added that any decision will be based solely on his health.
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Kentucky suffers largest NCAA tournament loss since 1972 in defeat to Iowa State
Kentucky’s season ended with an 82-63 loss to Iowa State, a 19-point margin that marked the program’s most lopsided NCAA tournament defeat since 1972. The Wildcats were unable to keep pace as Iowa State pulled away to close out the game.
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Gillespie’s 21-point outing pushes Vols deeper into March
Ja'Kobi Gillespie delivered 21 points and six assists in Tennessee’s Sunday win over Virginia. The performance also put him in the program record book through the first two games of the NCAA tournament.
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Painter earns 500th Purdue win as Boilermakers reach Sweet 16
Matt Painter reached a milestone victory as Purdue defeated Miami 79-69 to advance to the Sweet 16. The win marked Painter’s 500th at his alma mater.
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Folgueiras’ late 3 lifts Iowa past defending champ Florida
Alvaro Folgueiras buried a 3-pointer with 4.5 seconds left as Iowa edged defending national champion Florida in a second-round NCAA tournament thriller. The shot sealed a season-ending defeat for the Gators and sent Iowa on to the next stage.
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Darling’s Buzzer-Beater Lifts St. John’s Past Kansas, Into Sweet 16
Dylan Darling scored on a layup as time expired to give St. John’s a 67-65 win over Kansas in the men’s NCAA tournament. The victory sends the Red Storm to their first Sweet 16 since 1999.
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Haliburton takes a playful jab at Kentucky alums after ISU win
Tyrese Haliburton had some fun at the expense of Kentucky alumni following an ISU victory. The moment also came with a reminder of John Calipari’s shifting college coaching ties.
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Iowa State’s Joshua Jefferson Eyes Sweet 16 Return
All-America forward Joshua Jefferson is hoping to be back on the floor for Iowa State in the Sweet 16. The Cyclones’ standout says he’s getting another opportunity to finish on his own terms.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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NBA Rescinds Luka Doncic’s 16th Technical, Clearing Him to Play Monday
The NBA has rescinded Luka Doncic’s 16th technical foul, removing the automatic suspension that would have followed. Doncic will be available for the Los Angeles Lakers’ road game against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.
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Thunder’s Jalen Williams Set to Return Monday vs. 76ers
Oklahoma City star Jalen Williams is expected to return from a nagging hamstring injury for Monday’s road game against Philadelphia. His availability provides a boost as the Thunder continue their trip.
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Men’s March Madness Sunday Takeaways: Purdue’s Path to the Sweet 16
Sunday’s NCAA tournament action continued with teams battling for a place in the Sweet 16. Here’s a look at how Purdue secured its spot and what stood out from the win.
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Syracuse Working Toward Hiring Siena’s Gerry McNamara as Head Coach
Syracuse is working toward hiring Siena head coach Gerry McNamara as the program’s next head coach. McNamara, a former Syracuse standout, would return to lead his alma mater if an agreement is finalized.
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Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell, Wizards’ Justin Champagnie Suspended After Altercation
Oklahoma City guard Ajay Mitchell and Washington forward Justin Champagnie have been suspended one game without pay. The league handed down the discipline Sunday following an altercation Saturday night that spilled into the stands.
By Marcus Thompson5 min read