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1 week, 5 days ago

Meeting in unfamiliar territory, UCLA and Arizona may feel like perfect strangers

LA Times

Arizona guard Caleb Love, shown leaping in the air while guarding UCLA’s Sebastian Mack last season, is the Wildcats’ sole returning player. “The whole thing’s weird,” Bruins coach Mick Cronin said Wednesday of a game that always drew one of the biggest home crowds of the season for each team but is now being staged elsewhere as a name, image …

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No. 17 Iowa St beats Wildcats 29-21 for first 10-win season, moves to cusp of Big 12 title game

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 17 Iowa State’s defense came up with big stops in the second half to help the Cyclones beat Kansas State 29-21 on Saturday night for the first 10-win season in program history. Iowa State needed BYU to beat Houston on Saturday night to secure a spot …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Strack has 25 points, 15 boards, No. 14 Kentucky women blitz No. 19 Illini in fourth to win 76-53

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Clara Strack scored 25 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, Teonni Key added a double-double and No. Kentucky went 11 of 22 in the fourth quarter when Dazia Lawrence scored 10 points. Illinois scored the last seven points of the first quarter to …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Brea scores 20 points off the bench to pace Kentucky

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! LEXINGTON, Ky — Koby Brea came off the bench to score 20 points, including six three-pointers, and Jaxson Robinson added 14 as No. The Wildcats were cold from three-point range early in the first half, but Brea and Kerr Krissa each hit threes within 30 …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Poindexter scores 19 of 23 points in 1st half, No. 13 Kansas State women top Belmont 82-56

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! MANHATTAN, Kan. — Temira Poindexter scored 23 points, Kennedy Taylor added 18 and No. Poindexter hit all five her her shots, including three 3s, for 13 points in the second quarter and 19 in the first half, which ended with the Wildcats up 42-24. K-State …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Love's Return Fuels Arizona's Domination in Season Opener

Associated Press

Arizona opened their season with a resounding 93-64 victory over Canisius. The Wildcats dominated both offensively and defensively, showcasing their depth and experience. Love's return from the NBA waters was a major boost, scoring seven points in the opening run. The Wildcats showcased their size advantage with 17 offensive rebounds and 19 second-chance points. Canisius struggled to contain the Wildcats' …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Oweh Soars for Wildcats, Outmaneuvers Wright State in Debut

Associated Press

Otega Oweh shines for Kentucky in his debut, leading the Wildcats to a 103-62 victory over Wright State. Oweh, an Oklahoma transfer, had a near triple-double with 21 points, 18 rebounds, and 8 assists. Kentucky dominated the boards, outrebounding Wright State 41-32 and scoring 56 points in the paint. The Wildcats' shooting efficiency was impressive, shooting 60% from the field …

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Wildcats Unleash Strack's Potential, Cruise Past Upstate in Dominant Debut

Associated Press

No. 22 Kentucky started their season with a 98-43 win over South Carolina Upstate. The Wildcats were led by Clara Strack with 22 points, Georgia Amoore with 11 points, and Teonni Key with 14 points. The Wildcats shot 52% and held the Spartans to 29% shooting. USC Upstate had 18 turnovers and was outscored 34-0 on points off turnovers.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who are the women’s college basketball coaches with the most to prove in 2024-25?

New York Times

More eyes than ever are on women’s hoops, and with that attention comes extra pressure. 8 seed Kansas Seasons at Michigan: 12 Record at Michigan: 261-133 Barnes Arico is the most successful women’s basketball coach in Michigan history, and it’s not close. The Lady Vols haven’t been to the Elite Eight since 2016 and haven’t won a conference title — …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Neptune's Hot Seat: Wildcats Coach Faces Uncertain Future

Associated Press

Villanova coach Kyle Neptune is in his third season on the hot seat after consecutive NIT bids. He has faced challenges with the Wildcats' performance, but he has shown signs of improvement in recent seasons. The Wildcats open the season against Lafayette and play Virginia and new coach Ron Sanchez on Nov. 15. They participate with Philadelphia's five other D-I …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

College football Week 7 oddly specific predictions: Texas, Ohio State survive upset threats

New York Times

Fraud alert: It’s me. Most passing yards We’ve had 15 FBS quarterbacks throw for 400 yards in a game this season, and only two have done it more than once: Miami’s Cam Ward and North Texas’ Chandler Morris. Here’s what I know: Jeanty ran for 192 yards and three touchdowns and nearly led Boise State to a win in Eugene …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 18 Kansas State cruises to 41-6 win over UT Martin

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “And it just allows me to go out there to kind of relax and be able to settle in the game.” K-State also befuddled UT Martin’s passing attack by sacking Kinkead Dent three times. We got a tough road game next week.” Meanwhile, the Wildcats’ offense …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 18 K-State plays Tennessee-Martin with QB Avery Johnson getting the start for Wildcats

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! PLAYERS TO WATCH Tennessee-Martin: QB Kinkead Dent threw for 2,295 yards and 25 touchdowns last season after winning an open competition for the starting job. Kansas State: DJ Gidden ran for 1,226 yards and 10 touchdowns last season while catching 29 passes for 323 yards and …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Avery Johnson takes reins of No. 18 Kansas State as season begins Saturday vs UT-Martin

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Avery Johnson was recruited to be the starting quarterback at Kansas State, and one of the nation’s top dual-threats did nothing to dissuade Wildcats coach Chris Klieman from turning the team over to him after last season. Giddens, who ran for 1,226 yards and 10 scores …

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8 months ago

2024 NBA mock draft: Should the Pistons draft Alexandre Sarr if they get the No. 1 pick?

New York Times

It’s April, and around these parts, that means it is time to focus on next season and the NBA Draft. Detroit Pistons: Stephon Castle | 6-6 wing | 19 years old | Connecticut The initial Tankathon simulation wasn’t kind to the NBA’s worst team, but it also wasn’t too harsh. Detroit Pistons: Dalton Knecht | 6-6 wing | 22 years …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Top-seeded Villanova advances to inaugural WBIT championship game with 58-53 win over Penn State

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — Lucy Olsen scored 21 points and Kaitlyn Orihel added 13 to lead Villanova past Penn State 58-53 in Monday’s first Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament semifinal. Villanova looked to be in control late in the third quarter when the Nittany Lions missed seven of their last eight shots, going scoreless for the final 2:24, while the Wildcats made five …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Clemson reaches the Elite Eight for the first time since 1980, beating Arizona 77-72

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — When Clemson has encountered rough stretches this season, coach Brad Brownell has told his team, “We’re built for this, we can handle this.” In their biggest game of the season Thursday night, the Tigers proved their coach correct. Chase Hunter scored 18 points and Clemson advanced to the Elite Eight for the second time in school history, …

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9 months ago

Villanova AD says embattled coach Kyle Neptune will return next season after two straight NITs

Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — Kyle Neptune will return for a third season at Villanova, where he succeeded Hall of Fame coach Jay Wright and followed with two straight seasons in the NIT. The smattering of fans who remained to the end chanted “Fire Neptune!” Villanova athletic director Mark Jackson told The Associated Press on Thursday that while he understood the disappointment surrounding …

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9 months ago

Kentucky Wildcats and Oakland Golden Grizzlies square off in the first round of NCAA Tournament

Associated Press

Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs. Kentucky Wildcats Pittsburgh; Thursday, 7:10 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Wildcats -13.5; over/under is 161.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. Jack Gohlke averages 3.6 made 3-pointers per game for the Golden Grizzlies, scoring 12.3 points while shooting 37.0% from beyond the arc. LAST 10 GAMES: Wildcats: 7-3, averaging 88.8 points, 34.4 rebounds, 16.4 assists, 7.4 steals and 7.0 …

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9 months, 1 week ago

NCAA Tournament East Region analysis: Can UConn emerge and repeat as champions?

New York Times

Follow live coverage of South Carolina, NC State and Iowa, UConn in women’s Final Four today The East Region of the Men’s Tournament can best be described as quirky — it features overall No. —Jeff Goodman Team in 16 words: Bruce Pearl’s teams defend, play hard and if they make enough shots from deep, are dangerous. Record: 27-7 Coach: Bruce …

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9 months, 1 week ago

NCAA Tournament West Region analysis: Can North Carolina find redemption or will a dark horse prevail?

New York Times

Follow live coverage of South Carolina, NC State and Iowa, UConn in women’s Final Four today The West Regional of the NCAA Tournament has a resurrected No. Record: 26-7 Coach: Randy Bennett Player to watch: Augustas Marčiulionis WEST WCC 5 6 Clemson WEST 21-11 Profile Strengths: Like Brad Brownell’s best team at Clemson — the 2017-18 squad that reached the …

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9 months, 1 week ago

No. 10 Marquette rebounds in OT after potential winner waved off, beats Villanova 71-65 in Big East

Associated Press

NEW YORK — Kam Jones and Marquette thought they executed their play perfectly with 2.3 seconds left in regulation to beat the buzzer and Villanova in the quarterfinals of the Big East Tournament. Jones scored 18 points, Oso Ighodaro’s only basket was a huge one with 18 seconds remaining in OT and Marquette rebounded from having a potential winner waved …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Londynn Jones scores 16 to lead No. 8 UCLA over Arizona 61-41

Associated Press

TUCSON, Ariz. — Londynn Jones scored 16 points, Lauren Betts had 11 points and 12 rebounds, and No. 8 UCLA dominated on the boards in a 61-41 win at Arizona on Saturday night in the regular season finale for both teams. “If you’re going to be playing something of an elite level on a consistent basis, you want to build …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Londynn Jones leads UCLA to blowout victory over Arizona

LA Times

UCLA guard Londynn Jones, shown here shooting against Arkansas, scored 16 points in a 61-41 win over Arizona on Saturday. 8 UCLA dominated on the boards in a 61-41 win at Arizona on Saturday night in the teams’ regular-season finale. “If you’re going to be playing something of an elite level on a consistent basis, you want to build from …

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Meeting in unfamiliar territory, UCLA and Arizona may feel like perfect strangers

No. 17 Iowa St beats Wildcats 29-21 for first 10-win season, moves to cusp of Big 12 title game

Strack has 25 points, 15 boards, No. 14 Kentucky women blitz No. 19 Illini in fourth to win 76-53

Brea scores 20 points off the bench to pace Kentucky

Poindexter scores 19 of 23 points in 1st half, No. 13 Kansas State women top Belmont 82-56

Love's Return Fuels Arizona's Domination in Season Opener

Oweh Soars for Wildcats, Outmaneuvers Wright State in Debut

Wildcats Unleash Strack's Potential, Cruise Past Upstate in Dominant Debut

Who are the women’s college basketball coaches with the most to prove in 2024-25?

Neptune's Hot Seat: Wildcats Coach Faces Uncertain Future

College football Week 7 oddly specific predictions: Texas, Ohio State survive upset threats

No. 18 Kansas State cruises to 41-6 win over UT Martin

No. 18 K-State plays Tennessee-Martin with QB Avery Johnson getting the start for Wildcats

Avery Johnson takes reins of No. 18 Kansas State as season begins Saturday vs UT-Martin

2024 NBA mock draft: Should the Pistons draft Alexandre Sarr if they get the No. 1 pick?

Top-seeded Villanova advances to inaugural WBIT championship game with 58-53 win over Penn State

Clemson reaches the Elite Eight for the first time since 1980, beating Arizona 77-72

Villanova AD says embattled coach Kyle Neptune will return next season after two straight NITs

Kentucky Wildcats and Oakland Golden Grizzlies square off in the first round of NCAA Tournament

NCAA Tournament East Region analysis: Can UConn emerge and repeat as champions?

NCAA Tournament West Region analysis: Can North Carolina find redemption or will a dark horse prevail?

No. 10 Marquette rebounds in OT after potential winner waved off, beats Villanova 71-65 in Big East

Londynn Jones scores 16 to lead No. 8 UCLA over Arizona 61-41

Londynn Jones leads UCLA to blowout victory over Arizona