JuJu Watkins and Kiki Iriafen scored 22 points each and No. 4 Southern California defeated 25th-ranked Illinois 76-66 on Sunday to retain sole possession of first place in the Big Ten. The Trojans (25-2, 15-1) needed their eighth win over a ranked team to avoid falling into a tie with No. 3 UCLA, which edged Iowa on the road to stay in second at 14-1. USC got 12 points and 13 rebounds from Rayah Marshall as the Trojans finished 14-1 at Galen Center after their home finale.
NFL to consider changes to kickoff, including touchbacks moving to 35-yard-line
The NFL was happy with how the dynamic kickoff worked in its inaugural run in 2024, but there may still be changes to the play in 2025.
Arizona State’s leading scorer BJ Freeman is no longer with team after turbulent stretch
Arizona State's leading scorer BJ Freeman is no longer with the program because of conduct detrimental to the team, a team spokesman confirmed on Sunday. The dismissal follows a turbulent stretch for Freeman, who was ejected in games against Colorado and Arizona during conference play. The Arizona Republic first reported Freeman’s dismissal.
Marist defeats Niagara 64-61
Josh Pascarelli scored 22 points as Marist beat Niagara 64-61 on Sunday. Pascarelli went 9 of 18 from the field (3 for 6 from 3-point range) for the Red Foxes (20-5, 13-3 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Elijah Lewis added 12 points while going 4 of 8 and 4 of 5 from the free-throw line and had eight rebounds.
Keanu Neal announces his retirement
Safety Keanu Neal has reached the end of the line.
NFL Competition Committee begins discussing potential additions to replay assist system
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said at his Super Bowl press conference this month that he expects to see an expansion of the replay assist system for the 2025 season and the league's Competition Committee has started to discuss that prospect.
Felton and East Carolina win 96-89 in OT against UTSA
Joran Riley scored 17 points while going 6 of 11 and 5 of 8 from the free-throw line and added eight rebounds and three steals. Hayes shot 4 for 12 (0 for 3 from 3-point range) and 8 of 8 from the free-throw line to finish with 16 points, while adding three steals. Primo Spears led the Roadrunners (10-17, 4-11) in scoring, finishing with 24 points, seven assists and three steals.
Austin Benigni scores 26 points as Navy knocks off Holy Cross 83-77 in OT
Austin Benigni scored 26 points, six overtime, as Navy defeated Holy Cross 83-77 on Sunday. Benigni shot 7 of 18 from the field, including 2 for 6 from 3-point range, and went 10 for 14 from the line for the Midshipmen (11-18, 8-8 Patriot League). Jordan Pennick scored 23 points while shooting 9 for 17, including 3 for 7 from beyond the arc.
Quinnipiac wins 74-71 against Manhattan
Amarri Monroe scored 20 points as Quinnipiac beat Manhattan 74-71 on Sunday. Monroe added 16 rebounds for the Bobcats (17-10, 13-3 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Khaden Bennett scored 18 points while shooting 6 for 10, including 4 for 6 from beyond the arc and added four steals.
VanSlooten’s 17 points lead No. 22 Michigan State past Indiana 73-65
Grace VanSlooten scored 17 points to help spark No. 22 Michigan State to a 73-65 win over Indiana to snap a two-game loss streak on Sunday. The Spartans (20-7, 10-6 Big Ten) bounced back after falling by six at No. 1 UCLA and eight at No. 4 USC. Indiana (17-10, 9-7) came into the game after upsetting No. 8 Ohio State at home.
Manchester City 0-2 Liverpool: Premier League player ratings
Salah and Van Dijk stood out for Liverpool while Savinho and Foden disappointed in City’s attack
Ederson Possibly unsighted for second goal. The keeper’s judgment was well poised, as usual. 6/10
Continue reading...Indiana’s defense comes up big in 2nd half and leads Hoosiers past No. 13 Purdue 73-58
Malik Reneau and Trey Galloway each scored 15 points, while the Hoosiers allowed just 21 points in the second half.
San Diego FC wins debut match over reigning MLS Cup champs LA Galaxy
Anders Dreyer scored two goals and San Diego FC had a successful MLS debut, beating the defending cup champion LA Galaxy 2-0 on Sunday.
Eaton scores 27 as Saint Peter’s beats Sacred Heart 85-79
Bryce Eaton scored 27 points as Saint Peter's beat Sacred Heart 85-79 on Sunday. Eaton shot 8 for 11 (4 for 5 from 3-point range) and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line for the Peacocks (10-14, 5-11 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Armoni Zeigler added 20 points while going 8 of 15 and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line while they also had 13 rebounds.
Bell has 23 in Wichita State’s 78-67 victory over Tulane
Corey Washington scored 19 points while going 7 of 11 and 5 of 7 from the free-throw line and added eight rebounds. Quincy Ballard finished 5 of 7 from the floor to finish with 11 points, while adding nine rebounds. The Shockers picked up their sixth straight victory.