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Knicks come out of break with confidence against sliding Bulls
The New York Knicks prepared for their challenging schedule following the All-Star Break in about the only way a blue-collar team could do so: By playing their longest game of the season.,The Knicks will begin their playoff push Thursday night, when they host the Chicago Bulls as both teams return f...

Seeking win to boost NCAA chances, Ohio State welcomes Northwestern
Looking ahead. That's all Ohio State can do as the Buckeyes seek to rebound from a loss to rival Michigan when they host Northwestern on Thursday.,The Buckeyes (15-11, 7-8 Big Ten) hoped a victory over the then-No. 20 Wolverines on Sunday would fortify their bid to make the NCAA Tournament for the f...

Wisconsin gives coach Luke Fickell contract extension
Wisconsin announced Wednesday that head coach Luke Fickell was given a one-year contract extension through 2032. ,Financial terms were not disclosed by the school. Fickell's previous deal kept him with the program through 2031. He made $7.7 million this past season, fifth-highest in the Big Ten. ,Fi...

Eagles promote Kevin Patullo to OC
The Philadelphia Eagles promoted passing game coordinator Kevin Patullo to offensive coordinator on Wednesday. ,Patullo, 43, joined the Eagles as passing game coordinator in 2021 and added the title of associate head coach in 2023. ,He replaces Kellen Moore, who was named head coach of the New Orlea...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: College Basketball Predictions for February 18th
Betting options are limited on Tuesday February 18th, so we took a deep dive into the slate of 32 college basketball games to give your our expert betting picks and predictions....

Crew extend G Patrick Schulte's contract through 2027
The Columbus Crew signed goalkeeper Patrick Schulte on Monday to a contract extension through the 2027 season with a club option for 2028.,Schulte, 23, was a finalist in 2024 for MLS Goalkeeper of the Year after he started all 27 of his regular-season matches and recorded a career-best 10 shutouts a...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: 4 Nations Face Off, College Basketball Bets for February 17th
February 17th's top sports betting picks and predictions include our expert analysis for Monday night's slate of college basketball and 4 Nations Face Off....

Mavs assistant coach arrested on assault charge
Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Darrell Armstrong was arrested Saturday and faces a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.,The Dallas Police Department confirmed the arrest Sunday. The Mavericks said in a statement that they had suspended an unidentified employee.,"The Dallas Mavericks ...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: NBA All-Star Game, Daytona 500, College Basketball Bets for February 16th
February 16th's top sports betting picks and predictions include our expert analysis for Sunday's Daytona 500, college basketball, and NBA All-Star Game....
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: NBA Three-Point Contest, College Basketball Predictions for February 15th
February 15th's top sports betting picks and predictions include our expert analysis for Saturday's slate of college basketball and the NBA Three-Point Contest....
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: NBA Rising Stars, College Basketball Predictions for February 14th
Valentine's Day gives us a prime opportunity to win some money betting on sports, so here are Deadspin's expert betting picks for February 14th's NBA Rising Stars game and college basketball....

Report: Mavs' Daniel Gafford to miss at least 6 weeks
The Dallas Mavericks received an unwelcome update on Thursday, with a report that center Daniel Gafford won't be back for at least six weeks due to a ligament sprain in his right knee.,The Mavericks were already down several other big men, including Anthony Davis (adductor strain) and centers Dereck...

Short-handed Mavericks hold on to beat Heat
Dante Exum scored a season-high 27 points to lead seven Dallas players in double figures as the Mavericks beat the visiting Miami Heat 118-113 on Thursday in the final game before the All-Star break for both teams.,In a game that featured 32 lead changes and 15 ties, Dallas used a 12-0 run to move a...

Eagles OG Landon Dickerson says knee surgery likely
Philadelphia Eagles left guard Landon Dickerson, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, said Thursday that his left knee injury likely will require surgery this offseason.,Dickerson, 26, didn't disclose the exact nature of the injury, which occurred during Philadelphia's victory over the Washington Comman...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: NBA, College Basketball Predictions for February 13th
February 13th's top sports betting picks and predictions include our expert analysis for Thursday night's slate of college basketball and NBA games to bet on....

New-look Mavs hope to enter break on high note
Max Christie is making a strong first impression with the Dallas Mavericks, who host the Miami Heat on Thursday in the final game before the All-Star break for both teams.,Christie was considered a throw-in by many when the Mavericks traded star Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for a package hi...

Kyrie Irving's big night lifts Mavs past Warriors
Kyrie Irving made a season-high seven 3-pointers and scored 27 of his 42 points in the second half as the Dallas Mavericks beat the visiting Golden State Warriors 111-107 on Wednesday.,Klay Thompson and Max Christie scored 17 apiece, Brandon Williams added 12 off the bench, and Naji Marshall had 10 ...

Kyrie Irving's big night lifts Mavs past Jazz
Kyrie Irving made a season-high seven 3-pointers and scored 27 of his 42 points in the second half as the Dallas Mavericks beat the visiting Golden State Warriors 111-107 on Wednesday.,Klay Thompson and Max Christie scored 17 apiece, Brandon Williams added 12 off the bench, and Naji Marshall had 10 ...

Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks survive OT battle with Hawks
Jalen Brunson hit the game-winning shot with 11 seconds left in overtime for the host New York Knicks, who overcame a five-point deficit in the extra session to edge the Atlanta Hawks 149-148 in the highest-scoring game of the season.,The Knicks recovered from blowing an 18-point lead in the second ...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: NBA Gambling Predictions for February 12th
Every single NBA team is in action on Wednesday, so these are Deadspin's expert sports betting picks and predictions for February 12th's slate of games....