Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo said Jase Richardson's left ankle is OK and the freshman should be ready for the Maui Invitational next week.
Ituka scores 18 off the bench, Jacksonville State downs East Carolina 86-78
Jao Ituka led Jacksonville State over East Carolina on Thursday night with 18 points off of the bench in an 86-78 victory. Ituka shot 5 for 10 (2 for 6 from 3-point range) and 6 of 8 from the free-throw line for the Gamecocks (4-1). Jaron Pierre Jr. added 16 points while shooting 4 of 10 from the field and 7 for 11 from the line while he also had six rebounds and six assists.
James, Quigley and Hayes combine for 59 points as No. 20 NC State women beat Coastal Carolina 89-68
Aziaha James had 21 points, eight rebounds and five assists, Devyn Quigley scored a career-high 20 points and made four 3-pointers and NC State beat Coastal Carolina 89-68 on Thursday. NC State had its lead trimmed to 54-46 midway through the third quarter before James scored five straight points to begin a 13-2 run that ended in a 19-point lead. Quigley took over in the fourth, making three 3-pointers and scoring 15 points.
Paul George officially out at least two games with left knee bone bruise, reevaluated Monday
George missed the first five games of this season with the same injury on the same knee.
Paul George to miss at least two games with left knee bone bruise
The Sixers won't have Paul George for their weekend home games vs. the Nets and Clippers.
Boston Celtics visit White House for NBA championship celebration
The NBA champion Boston Celtics' victory lap continued Thursday as the team visited the White House for the traditional celebration with the president.
KyKy Tandy scores 21 and Florida Atlantic pulls away late to beat Oklahoma State 86-78
KyKy Tandy scored 21 points and Florida Atlantic pulled away late in the second half to beat Oklahoma State 86-78 on Thursday in the Charleston Classic. Florida Atlantic (4-2) plays the Bulldogs in the semifinals on Friday, while Oklahoma State (3-1) battles the Hurricanes in a consolation game. Leland Walker completed a three-point play with 4:38 left in the second half to give FAU its first lead, 68-67, since it was 16-14.
NFL issues security alert to teams, players regarding recent Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce home burglaries
Recent burglaries at the homes of professional athletes, including Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Bobby Portis, could be connected, according to law enforcement investigators.
Pistons vs Hornets Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Projected Starting Lineups, Betting Trends and Stats
The Pistons and Hornets link in Charlotte on NBA TV for the second meeting of the season.
Can UConn pull off a historic three-peat? The next three weeks will provide some answers
Dan Hurley is trying to run it back with only one returning starter from last year's championship squad.
5 stats that prove LeBron James is having his most impressive season | The Big Number
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine get together, along with five of their favorite stats, to see if this is the most impressive season in LeBron James' awe-inspiring career.
Draymond issues passionate defense of Warriors teammate Podziemski
Draymond Green came to the defense of his Golden State Warriors teammate Brandin Podziemski after his slow start to the season.
Report: Former Temple men’s basketball player the subject of a federal points-shaving investigation
Temple games were flagged for unusual wagering activity at the end of the 2023-24 season.
Report: NBA to tweak All-Star Game with pickup-style tournament
The NBA reportedly will alter the 2025 All-Star Game format, with players splitting into four teams for a fast-paced tournament.
How Kerr’s Warriors film session helped Draymond limit turnovers
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green credits a film session with Steve Kerr for helping him limit turnovers this season.