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.
UNLV hosts Hargress and UC Riverside
UC Riverside Highlanders (8-4, 2-0 Big West) at UNLV Rebels (5-5) Las Vegas; Saturday, 3 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rebels -9.5; over/under is 141.5 BOTTOM LINE: UC Riverside plays UNLV after Barrington Hargress scored 22 points in UC Riverside's 83-80 victory over the Montana State Bobcats. The Rebels are 4-1 in home games.
Rhode Island Rams and the Temple Owls square off in Springfield, Massachusetts
Temple Owls (7-4) vs. Rhode Island Rams (10-1) Springfield, Massachusetts; Saturday, 6:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rams -2.5; over/under is 150.5 BOTTOM LINE: Temple and Rhode Island square off in Springfield, Massachusetts. The Rams are 10-1 in non-conference play.
Villanova visits Ashworth and Creighton
Villanova Wildcats (8-4, 1-0 Big East) at Creighton Bluejays (7-5, 0-1 Big East) Omaha, Nebraska; Saturday, 4 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bluejays -4.5; over/under is 145 BOTTOM LINE: Creighton takes on Villanova after Steven Ashworth scored 21 points in Creighton's 81-57 loss to the Georgetown Hoyas. The Bluejays have gone 6-1 at home.