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Texas Tech’s upset loss at Arizona State was overshadowed by an injury scare to star forward JT Toppin. Toppin appeared to hurt his right leg on a drive to the basket with 6:03 remaining.
Auburn guard Keyshawn Hall practiced and was not listed on Tuesday’s injury report. The Tigers’ leading scorer is set to play Wednesday night at Mississippi State.
Lakers center Deandre Ayton was briefly detained Tuesday at an airport in the Bahamas, according to his lawyer. The detention was tied to suspicion of possessing a “very small amount of marijuana.”
Mike Conley is back with the Minnesota Timberwolves just two weeks after being moved in a trade-deadline transaction. The team announced his return Tuesday.
Lakers governor Jeanie Buss said her late father, Jerry Buss, would have approved of selling the franchise he helped turn into a global powerhouse. Buss pointed to the need for greater resources as a key factor in the decision.
Free agent center Mason Plumlee is signing a 10-day contract with the San Antonio Spurs. The short-term agreement gives San Antonio an experienced frontcourt option.
Doug Moe, the former Denver Nuggets coach known for engineering one of the NBA’s most dynamic offenses in the 1980s, has died at age 87. Moe’s up-tempo teams helped define an era of Nuggets basketball.
Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. had surgery Tuesday to remove a growth in his left knee. The team has not provided additional details beyond the procedure.
North Carolina added five-star Dylan Mingo to its 2026 recruiting class, giving Hubert Davis his second top-100 commitment in the cycle. Here’s how the latest pledge fits into the Tar Heels’ growing group of early commitments.
Dylan Mingo, a five-star senior and top-10 prospect in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to North Carolina. He revealed his decision during a Tuesday appearance on ESPN’s “First Take.”
Duke coach Jon Scheyer said he "could have said even more" in response to a local district attorney’s assertion that there was "zero evidence" supporting his claim that Duke staffers were punched during a recent court storming at UNC. The exchange stems from comments Scheyer made in the aftermath of the incident.
Mark Cuban says the NBA should “embrace tanking,” arguing that the fan experience should be the league’s priority. He also emphasized affordability as a key part of that equation.
As the NBA moves into its second half, attention shifts to the league’s biggest postseason and awards races. Andre Snellings and Eric Moody outline the wagers they consider most compelling, from playoff outcomes to the MVP conversation.
With Selection Sunday a month away, Jay Bilas has released an updated Bilas Index ranking the top 68 teams in men’s college basketball. The list offers a snapshot of the current pecking order as the postseason picture comes into sharper focus.
Cleveland’s championship odds improved following its trade for James Harden. Even with that movement, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets continue to stand out as the top favorites.
The Lakers made little noise at the trade deadline, but their summer outlook remains significant. With LeBron James’ future not fully settled, plus draft assets and meaningful cap flexibility, Los Angeles is positioned to be active once the offseason begins.
North Carolina star Caleb Wilson is adjusting to playing with a cast on his non-shooting hand as he works back from a fractured left hand. Wilson said he’s inching closer to returning “soon.”
Nate Heise drilled a go-ahead 3-pointer as No. 6 Iowa State edged Big 12 leader and second-ranked Houston 70-67 on Monday night. The moment came just hours after his sister, Taylor Heise, scored in the U.S. women’s Olympic hockey team’s 5-0 win over Sweden in Milan.
Philadelphia is set to bring back two-way forward Jabari Walker on a new two-year contract and add veteran guard Cam Payne for the remainder of the season, according to league sources. The moves address depth in the frontcourt and backcourt as the schedule continues.
Bill Donovan, a Boston College basketball standout whose playing career earned him a place in the school’s Hall of Fame, has died. He was the father of Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan.
Portland guard Damian Lillard sent a message to Stephen Curry about expanding the 2027 3-point contest field. Lillard specifically mentioned Klay Thompson, Devin Booker and “four more real shooters.”
NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles produced plenty of talking points beyond the games themselves. From Victor Wembanyama’s visible enthusiasm to Commissioner Adam Silver’s remarks on tanking, the event delivered storylines on and off the court.
Michigan is the new No. 1 in the Associated Press men’s college basketball poll, reaching the top spot for the first time in 13 years. The Wolverines’ ascent ends Arizona’s nine-week reign at the top of the rankings.
Michigan has moved to No. 1 in the latest AP Top 25 poll after the Wildcats’ back-to-back losses ended a nine-week run at the top. The shift reflects a sudden change at the top of the rankings following the Wildcats’ recent downturn.
Anthony Edwards led Team Stars to victory in the NBA’s revamped All-Star Game, earning MVP honors. The showcase featured a notably competitive edge, with Edwards and Victor Wembanyama helping set the tone.
Celtics star Jaylen Brown said the City of Beverly Hills’ explanation for shutting down his brand event Saturday night was “completely false.” Brown pushed back publicly after the event was halted.
Kansas State has fired men’s basketball coach Jerome Tang for cause. Tang led the Wildcats to an Elite Eight in his first season but did not match that postseason success over the next three years, including a season with one Big 12 win.
Providence forward Duncan Powell has been suspended for three games for “combative actions” following an on-court fight in Saturday’s loss to No. 17 St. John’s. Powell was one of six players ejected from the game.
Green Bay coach Doug Gottlieb slammed both hands on a table and demanded answers after receiving a late technical foul in Sunday’s loss at Milwaukee. The Phoenix also were whistled for a pivotal foul in the final seconds of the 75-72 Horizon League defeat.
Stephen Curry is slated to return to the NBA’s 3-point contest at next year’s All-Star Weekend in Phoenix. The two-time winner will re-enter the shootout after time away from the event.
