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USC parts ways with leading scorer Chad Baker-Mazara
USC announced that Chad Baker-Mazara is no longer with the men’s basketball program. The move comes one day after he left the Trojans’ loss to Nebraska.
By DeShawn Williams5 min read
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Haliburton, a Leap Day Birthday, and the Love From Pacers Fans
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton reflected on being born on a leap year, saying it’s “just as good” even when it isn’t technically his birthday. He also expressed appreciation for the birthday wishes he received.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Stephen Curry to Miss at Least Next Five Games With Right Knee Issue
Warriors star Stephen Curry will be sidelined for at least the next five games as he continues to deal with a persistent right knee issue, the team announced Sunday. Golden State will be without its leading guard as it navigates the upcoming stretch of its schedule.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Harden Returns Despite Broken Thumb as Cavaliers Win Sunday
James Harden returned to the lineup for the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday while still dealing with a broken thumb on his non-shooting hand. His comeback coincided with a Cavaliers victory.
By Dr. Sarah Chen5 min read
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Knicks Clamp Down, Hold Spurs to 89 to Snap Streak
New York delivered a dominant defensive performance Sunday, limiting San Antonio to 89 points. The result halted a Spurs winning streak and underscored the Knicks’ ability to control a game on the defensive end.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Grizzlies’ Zach Edey to Undergo Additional Left Ankle Surgery
Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey is set for another procedure on his left ankle. His timetable to return will be determined following the surgery.
By Tony Morales5 min read
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Lakers Win Punctuates LeBron James’ Father-Daughter Road Trip With Zhuri
LeBron James added a personal milestone to his long list of career moments: a successful father-daughter road trip with Zhuri. The Lakers’ win served as the fitting capstone to the journey.
By Dr. Sarah Chen5 min read
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Calipari shrugs off career-tying worst defeat as Arkansas takes heavy loss
Arkansas coach John Calipari said “stuff happens” after the Razorbacks suffered a defeat that matched the largest margin of loss in his 34-year coaching career. The result marked a notable low point for the veteran coach in terms of point differential.
By DeShawn Williams5 min read
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No. 7 Florida rolls past No. 20 Arkansas to clinch share of SEC title
No. 7 Florida secured at least a share of the SEC championship Saturday night with a 111-77 blowout of 20th-ranked Arkansas. The win also extended the Gators’ winning streak to nine games.
By Marcus Thompson5 min read
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Stephen Curry says knee rehab will keep him out ‘a little longer’
Warriors star Stephen Curry said he has not yet progressed to on-court work as he continues rehabbing persistent right knee issues. Curry acknowledged he will remain sidelined “a little longer.”
By DeShawn Williams5 min read
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Zion Williamson Exits Early After Ankle Tweak in Pelicans’ Win Over Jazz
Pelicans forward Zion Williamson left Saturday’s win over the Utah Jazz in the second quarter after tweaking his ankle. New Orleans finished out the game without him and secured the victory.
By Dr. Sarah Chen5 min read
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Villanova forward Matt Hodge injures right leg in loss at St. John’s
Villanova starting forward Matt Hodge injured his right leg Saturday night against No. 15 St. John’s at Madison Square Garden. The injury occurred in a road loss for the Wildcats.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Porzingis to Miss Fourth Straight Game as Illness Lingers
Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis will remain sidelined Saturday night due to a general illness. It will mark his fourth consecutive missed game.
By Marcus Thompson5 min read
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Michigan guard L.J. Cason tears ACL, out for season
Michigan will be without reserve guard L.J. Cason for the remainder of the season after he suffered a torn right ACL. Cason had emerged as one of the nation’s top backup guards this year.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Joel Embiid to Miss at Least Three Games With Strained Oblique
76ers center Joel Embiid will be sidelined for at least three games due to a strained right oblique, the team announced Saturday. Philadelphia will be without its star big man as it navigates the upcoming stretch of its schedule.
By DeShawn Williams5 min read
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Spoelstra Calls Idea of Durant on 2028 Olympic Team ‘Incredible’
Erik Spoelstra said it would be “incredible” to imagine Kevin Durant playing for the U.S. in the 2028 Olympics. Spoelstra added the possibility hinges on whether Durant still wants to play at that time.
By DeShawn Williams5 min read
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Warriors Agree to Three-Year, $15M Extension With Gui Santos
Golden State has reached a three-year, $15 million contract extension with forward Gui Santos. The deal was completed Saturday, per reports.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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Kon Knueppel Moves Ahead of Cooper Flagg in Rookie of the Year Odds
Kon Knueppel’s recent surge has reshaped the NBA’s Rookie of the Year betting market. The Charlotte Hornets rookie has overtaken Cooper Flagg to become the new favorite.
By Marcus Thompson5 min read
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Dort ejected after flagrant 2 as Jokic calls foul 'unnecessary'
Thunder guard Lu Dort was assessed a flagrant foul 2 and ejected Friday night after appearing to trip Nuggets star Nikola Jokic. Jokic described the play as “an unnecessary move.”
By Marcus Thompson5 min read
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Celtics deliver historic offensive showing in win over Nets
Boston produced one of the most efficient offensive performances in NBA history Friday night against Brooklyn. The Celtics’ scoring and shot-making from the floor powered a decisive victory.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Horn Malfunction Halts Pistons-Cavaliers for 18 Minutes
Friday night’s matchup between the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers was interrupted by an 18-minute delay in the third quarter. A power surge caused the overhead scoreboard to malfunction, triggering a blaring horn.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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No. 3 Michigan tops No. 10 Illinois, clinches Big Ten regular-season crown
No. 3 Michigan beat No. 10 Illinois 84-70 on Friday night to secure the Big Ten regular-season title. The win locked up the championship outright for the Wolverines.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Cornell shocks first-place Yale on Fiegen’s last-second 3
Jake Fiegen drilled a go-ahead 3-pointer with one second remaining to lift Cornell past first-place Yale, 72-69, on Friday night. The late shot capped an Ivy League thriller and handed Yale a setback at the top of the standings.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Alabama Supreme Court Denies Bediako Request to Play During Appeal
The Alabama Supreme Court has denied Crimson Tide center Charles Bediako’s request to be allowed to play while his eligibility case is on appeal. The decision means Bediako will remain sidelined as the appeal process continues.
By Dr. Sarah Chen5 min read
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Perry’s last-second layup lifts No. 21 Miami (Ohio) past Western Michigan
Trey Perry scored on a driving layup with one second left as No. 21 Miami (Ohio) rallied late to beat Western Michigan 69-67. The win pushed the RedHawks’ season-opening streak to 29 straight victories.
By Elena Kowalski5 min read
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Mitchell, Harden sit again as Cavs rule out four vs. Pistons
Donovan Mitchell and James Harden will miss a second straight game for Cleveland. The Cavaliers also listed Keon Ellis and Dean Wade as out for Friday’s matchup with Detroit.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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Heat’s Norman Powell sidelined at least a week with groin strain
Miami Heat guard Norman Powell will miss at least a week after being diagnosed with a Grade 1 right groin strain. Powell, an All-Star and the team’s leading scorer, was ruled out in an update issued Friday.
By Tony Morales5 min read
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Suns Waive Cole Anthony Three Weeks After Deadline Deal
The Phoenix Suns waived guard Cole Anthony on Friday. Anthony did not appear in a game for Phoenix after being acquired at the NBA trade deadline.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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Spurs Sign Mason Plumlee for Rest of Season
The San Antonio Spurs have signed center Mason Plumlee to a deal for the remainder of the season. The agreement was confirmed by his representation.
By James O'Brien5 min read
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NBA Awards Watch: Sorting the MVP Betting Board and Other Races
With the regular season moving deeper into the stretch run, the NBA’s awards picture continues to draw heavy attention. Analyst Andre Snellings breaks down the current markets, highlighting which award bets offer value and which are best avoided.
By DeShawn Williams5 min read