Darrion Williams had a season-high 23 points, freshman Christian Anderson scored a season-high 20 and Texas Tech breezed to a 101-57 victory over Lamar on Saturday. Williams made 7 of 13 shots with four 3-pointers for the Red Raiders (9-2), who improved to 8-0 at home. Chance McMillian hit 7 of 11 shots with three 3-pointers, scoring 19 with six rebounds for Texas Tech.
Karaban leads No. 11 UConn past Butler, 78-74
Alex Karaban scored 21 points, including two late 3-pointers, and No. 11 UConn won its sixth straight game, beating Butler 78-74 on Saturday.
Nets’ Nic Claxton fined $25,000 for throwing ball into stands
Nets center Nic Claxton has been fined $25,000 for throwing the game ball into the stands on Dec. 19 against the Toronto Raptors, the NBA announced.
Report: Spurs positioning themselves for Kings’ potential Fox trade
The San Antonio Spurs reportedly are positioning themselves for a potential trade with Sacramento Kings star point guard De'Aaron Fox.
De’Aaron Fox reportedly not asking Kings for trade, but will he sign extension to stay?
If Fox doesn't sign (or tells the Kings he won't) they have to consider a trade, and San Antonio is lurking.
Alex Caruso hopes to sign extension to remain in Oklahoma City
His defense and secondary ball handling is a perfect fit with the Thunder, but his price will likely double from his current deal.
Report: Fox’s agent met with Kings to discuss star’s future
De'Aaron Fox's agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, met with Kings general manager Monte McNair and assistant general manager Wes Wilcox to discuss the star point guard's future.
How to Watch, BetSaracen Odds: Arkansas vs. North Carolina A
The Arkansas Razorbacks (9-2, 0-0 SEC) will host the North Carolina A&T Aggies (3-9, 0-1 CAA) for a non-conference matchup Saturday at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville. The Razorbacks are on a four-game win streak and most recently took down the UCA Bears, 82-57, at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock last Saturday.
3 observations after Sixers ride hot start to victory in masked Embiid’s return
A masked Joel Embiid posted 34 points and nine assists Friday night in the Sixers' 108-98 win over the Hornets.
A year after being shot, Jeremy Fears Jr. showing toughness for Michigan State basketball
A year after being shot, Jeremy Fears Jr. is bringing the toughness and tenacity Tom Izzo demands from Michigan State basketball's point guards.
Indiana hosts Chattanooga after Huff’s 20-point game
Indiana averages 79.3 points and has outscored opponents by 8.8 points per game. The Mocs have gone 2-3 away from home. Chattanooga averages 75.9 points while outscoring opponents by 5.7 points per game.
SMU faces Boston College on 5-game win streak
Boston College scores 70.2 points and has outscored opponents by 1.2 points per game. The Mustangs have gone 1-0 against ACC opponents. SMU leads the ACC with 16.5 assists.
Flagg and No. 5 Duke host Georgia Tech
Duke Blue Devils (9-2, 1-0 ACC) at Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (5-6, 0-1 ACC) Atlanta; Saturday, 12 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Blue Devils -15; over/under is 144.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. Duke plays Georgia Tech after Cooper Flagg scored 24 points in Duke's 68-47 win over the George Mason Patriots.
No. 20 Michigan State plays Florida Atlantic, looks for 5th straight victory
Florida Atlantic Owls (7-5) at Michigan State Spartans (9-2, 2-0 Big Ten) East Lansing, Michigan; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Spartans -13.5; over/under is 158 BOTTOM LINE: No. Michigan State will try to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Spartans take on Florida Atlantic.
Jacksonville State visits Eastern Kentucky, looks to stop road slide
Jacksonville State Gamecocks (6-5) at Eastern Kentucky Colonels (6-5) Berea, Kentucky; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Colonels -1.5; over/under is 146.5 BOTTOM LINE: Jacksonville State travels to Eastern Kentucky looking to end its three-game road skid. The Colonels have gone 3-0 at home.