Nate Oats and the second-ranked Crimson Tide are fully embracing the expectations.
What is Tatum’s best revenge against Steve Kerr, Warriors?
It'd be nice to see Jayson Tatum succeed at Steve Kerr's expense in the Boston Celtics vs. Golden State Warriors matchup, but the reigning champs have loftier goals, Chris Forsberg writes.
The biggest questions and top storylines for the 2024-25 men’s college basketball season
Can UConn three-peat? How good will Cooper Flagg be? And who's going to cut down the nets?
Want some NBA moves already? Here are 4 teams that should try out these new lineups now
We’re only two weeks into this young NBA season, but here are four lineups and rotations that need some changes.
Charlotte’s starting center Nick Richards out indefinitely due to rib fracture
Expect a lot of Grant Williams at the five.
Why DeRozan chose Kings, Sacramento during 2024 NBA offseason
Kings star DeMar DeRozan told NBC Sports California's Morgan Ragan why he chose Sacramento during the 2024 NBA offseason.
Fantasy Basketball Dynasty Weekly: Dyson Daniels soaring high for Hawks
Dyson Daniels has gotten off to a strong start, but just how good can he be?
How will C’s fans greet Steve Kerr? Warriors coach gives snarky reply
Steve Kerr is leaning into his role as the villain at TD Garden when his Warriors face Jayson Tatum and the Celtics on Wednesday.
76ers vs Clippers Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Projected Starting Lineups, Betting Trends and Stats
The 76ers and Clippers meet on ESPN and Paul George will be the main focus of the matchup since switching from Los Angeles to Philadelphia.
Celtics vs Warriors Prediction: Odds, Expert Picks, Projected Starting Lineups, Betting Trends and Stats
Two of the hottest teams meet in Boston when the Celtics host the Golden State Warriors.
Live Scoreboard: Arkansas vs. Lipscomb
Details on how to watch and live updates for Arkansas basketball's season-opening game against the Lipscomb Bisons.
Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Fred VanVleet and Brandon Miller are buy-low candidates
Fred VanVleet and Brandon Miller are off to slow starts this season. See why it might be time to target them in a fantasy trade.
Osobor’s double-double helps send Washington past UC Davis in Sprinkle’s debut
Great Osobor scored 15 points and tied a career high grabbing 17 rebounds and Washington rallied late to beat UC Davis 79-73 to usher in the Danny Sprinkle era on Tuesday night. In the season opener for both teams, Washington used a balanced attack with Mekhi Mason scoring 13 points and reserves Zoom Diallo scored 12 and Wilhelm Breidenbach 10 respectively. The Aggies' TY Johnson scored a career-high 35 points shooting 10 of 25 and 13 for 16 from the free-throw line.
Hield explains why Steph’s 3-balls feel like ‘nine-point plays’
Buddy Hield is enjoying his new status as Golden State Warriors teammates with Steph Curry.
Arizona State pulls away late to beat Idaho State 55-48
Alston Mason scored 14 points to lead Arizona State to a 55-48 victory over Idaho State on Tuesday night in the season opener for both teams. BJ Freeman added 12 points and eight rebounds for Arizona State. Joson Sanon chipped in 11 points.