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Freshman Darryn Peterson delivered in the closing moments, knocking down two late 3-pointers to help No. 11 Kansas secure a win over No. 13 Texas Tech. Peterson said he was glad to finally finish a game for the Jayhawks, who needed him at the end.
Syracuse alum Carmelo Anthony appeared to express frustration after the Orange’s loss to North Carolina. Anthony commented “SMFH” under a highlight from Monday’s game.
The LA Clippers and James Harden are exploring potential trades ahead of Thursday’s NBA deadline. The Cleveland Cavaliers are among the teams that have expressed interest.
Pat Connaughton appeared with blonde hair on the Charlotte Hornets bench during Monday night’s victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. The new look was tied to a fantasy football punishment.
Charlotte coach Charles Lee said he was sorry after a head-to-head collision with LaMelo Ball on the sideline. Lee took responsibility for the mishap, calling his involvement in the scramble for a loose ball “foolish.”
Kevin Durant will miss Monday night’s game after spraining his left ankle in a recent outing. The All-Star forward was injured when he stepped on a fan’s foot during play.
Warriors star Stephen Curry will not play Tuesday night against the Philadelphia 76ers. Golden State listed Curry as out due to a persistent right knee issue diagnosed as patellofemoral pain syndrome.
The newest men’s AP Top 25 is out, featuring a reshuffled top five. Arizona held firm as the unanimous No. 1, while Illinois climbed into the top five.
Monday’s slate offers several teams a chance to strengthen their NCAA tournament résumés, including Kansas, Texas Tech and North Carolina. The night also features a couple of automatic bids on the line.
Top-ranked senior Tyran Stokes headlines the boys’ roster for the 49th annual McDonald’s All American Game. The lineup features a deep group of blue-chip prospects, including several uncommitted five-stars from the 2026 SC Next 100 class.
Michigan moved past UConn to claim the No. 2 spot in the latest AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll. Arizona held firm as the unanimous No. 1.
Michigan coach Dusty May and Michigan State coach Tom Izzo accused each other’s teams of dirty play following Friday’s matchup. May said, “It wasn’t an illusion.”
Seventeen additional former NC State student-athletes have joined a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse, sexual harassment and sexual exploitation by former sports medicine director Robert Murphy. The filing now includes 31 plaintiffs.
Tuskegee men’s basketball coach Benjy Taylor was led off the court in handcuffs following a postgame incident Saturday. The university’s Division II program was on site when the situation unfolded.
Milwaukee has reportedly responded to teams pursuing a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo by sending back counteroffers. Antetokounmpo is a two-time NBA MVP and the centerpiece of the Bucks’ franchise.
Spire Academy (Ohio) has moved into the No. 1 spot in the latest SC Next Top 25 entering February. Undefeated Seven Lakes (Texas) also joins the rankings, breaking into the top 25.
An arbitrator ruled Monday in favor of Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier in a salary dispute with the NBA. The dispute stemmed from circumstances following Rozier’s federal indictment in a gambling investigation.
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has been fined $35,000 following public criticism of officiating after Dallas’ loss to Houston. The league cited both his comments about the referees and the use of profane language.
Each week, fantasy managers can find roster help on the waiver wire. Here are the top available options to consider adding for the week ahead, including Bailey, Jerome and Demin.
A year after the league-shaking trade involving Luka Doncic, NBA insiders revisit what has changed for the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks. The deal continues to shape roster decisions and broader league conversations.
Multiple teams are reportedly showing serious interest in a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Any deal would likely require a significant return, with packages built around premium players and assets.
The NBA landscape is moving quickly as teams monitor the trade market and front offices weigh roster decisions. Here’s the latest running update of trade alerts and league intel from around the league.
The Spurs capped a turbulent travel day with a 112-103 win over the Magic on Sunday night. The result secured an All-Star Game coaching nod for Mitch Johnson in his first full season leading the team.
Nikola Jokic will have a familiar teammate alongside him at the NBA All-Star Game. Denver guard Jamal Murray was named an All-Star for the first time in his career Sunday, earning the honor in his ninth season.
A year after completing a stunning trade to acquire Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers shared a midseason assessment of where they stand. The team described itself as being “in a good spot” as the season reaches its midpoint.
Detroit delivered the most lopsided victory in franchise history, overwhelming Brooklyn 130-77. The 53-point margin set a new team record in a wire-to-wire rout.
Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija has been selected as a Western Conference reserve for the NBA All-Star Game. The honor makes Avdija the first Israeli player to be named an NBA All-Star.
NBA All-Star rosters are set, with LeBron James included and Kawhi Leonard among the notable omissions. Analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton examined the biggest surprises and the most debated snubs across both conferences.
Florida overwhelmed Alabama 100-77 on Sunday in a matchup of ranked SEC rivals. The win came a little more than a week after coach Todd Golden publicly guaranteed a victory against the Crimson Tide.
Keaton Wagler poured in 28 points as No. 9 Illinois continued its surge with an 11th consecutive victory. The Illini knocked off No. 5 Nebraska 78-69 on Sunday.
