As No. 12 Michigan State basketball looks to extend its win streak to 10, Penn State hopes to use its stingy defense to provide a roadblock.
How late Colorado coach Bill McCartney faced his own mortality
Years before his recent death, former Colorado football coach Bill McCartney had a memorable conversation with a reporter about his cruel condition.
T.J. Otzelberger, Iowa State basketball at historic high while staying ‘locked into the moment’
Iowa State has never been higher in the USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll and is one spot from reaching No. 1 for first time in program history.
College Football Playoff expansion rescued Ohio State, Notre Dame, and we’re better for it
A four-team College Football Playoff would have omitted the nation's best team from the bracket. The bigger playoff saved this matchup.
Swayman’s resurgence very encouraging for Bruins amid critical stretch
If the Bruins are going to hang on to a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, Jeremy Swayman will be the reason why.
Phil Taylor says Luke Littler faces ‘Man Utd syndrome’ to beat titles record
- New champion ‘would need 20 years to surpass 16 titles’
- ‘Everybody raises their game against you’
Phil Taylor has backed Luke Littler to break his record of 16 world titles but says the 17-year-old darts phenomenon will have to overcome “Man Utd syndrome” to do it.
Littler became the youngest player to win the world championship at Alexandra Palace earlier this month to complete a brilliant debut year on tour. After securing his first crown, Littler has said he could attempt to top Taylor’s tally if he has the desire over the next couple of decades.
Continue reading...‘See if I can mix it again’: Wallabies legend confirms shock comeback after ‘Hail Mary’
Ex-Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper is coming out of retirement to play for Japan’s Toyota Verblitz after receiving a call from former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen, he said Wednesday.
Kerr compares Warriors roster depth to popular chain restaurant menu
Warriors coach Steve Kerr compared Golden State's roster depth to that of a popular chain restaurant menu.
Breer, Perry identify potential Patriots DC candidates for Vrabel
Who should Mike Vrabel hire as his defensive coordinator in New England? Albert Breer and Phil Perry discuss the Patriots' DC opening.
Roob’s Bonus Eagles Observations: DeVonta Smith’s remarkable postseason performance
A look at DeVonta Smith in the playoffs, more slam dunks from Howie Roseman, records in the divisional round and more in Roob's Bonus Observations.
NFL playoffs remaining starting QBs were seven first-round picks and a second-round pick
Matthew Stafford and Jared Goff were first overall picks traded for each other; the other six QBs are with the team that drafted them.
Posey reveals how Giants eventually can lure superstar player
San Francisco Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey shared how he believes the organization eventually can lure a premiere superstar player.
New address, same issues: Why John Calipari’s dismal start at Arkansas mirrors his fall from favor at Kentucky
Arkansas is still searching for its first SEC victory under Calipari and finds itself in jeopardy of missing the NCAA tournament this March.
George Mason takes on Dayton for conference showdown
George Mason Patriots (12-5, 3-1 A-10) at Dayton Flyers (11-5, 1-2 A-10) Dayton, Ohio; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Flyers -7.5; over/under is 134.5 BOTTOM LINE: Dayton takes on George Mason in a matchup of A-10 teams. The Flyers have gone 10-0 at home.
Medor and Fordham host UMass
UMass Minutemen (6-11, 1-3 A-10) at Fordham Rams (8-9, 0-4 A-10) New York; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rams -1.5; over/under is 153.5 BOTTOM LINE: Fordham plays UMass after Japhet Medor scored 20 points in Fordham's 74-64 loss to the Davidson Wildcats. The Rams have gone 6-3 in home games.