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Northwestern coach Chris Collins signs multiyear extension
Northwestern basketball coach Chris Collins signed a multiyear extension to remain with the school.,Athletic director Mark Jackson announced the agreement on Friday but didn't reveal any terms. CBS Sports said his new salary will put him among the highest-paid coaches in the Big Ten.,Michigan State'...
2025 Final Four Best Bets: Top Picks for Florida vs. Auburn and Houston vs. Duke
Get the best bets for the 2025 Final Four with expert picks on Florida vs. Auburn and Houston vs. Duke, including player props and game totals....
What We Learned During MLB’s First Week: Six Early Takeaways Across the League
From the Yankees' chaos to the Braves' struggles, here are six early takeaways from MLB's first week — one for each division....
San Diego Padres Start Hot, Refuse to Fold Amid Roster Turnover
The Padres are off to a 7-0 start, defying expectations once again despite major offseason losses. Don't count them out just yet....
NFL Draft Quarerback Watch: Three Teams That Might Surprise Everyone
Keep an eye on these three teams that could surprise everyone by drafting a quarterback in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft, including the New Orleans Saints and more....
Pistons aim to punch ticket to playoffs in clash vs. Raptors
The Detroit Pistons visit the Toronto Raptors on Friday night with a chance to clinch their first playoff berth since the 2018-19 season.,The Pistons (42-34) are just one win or one Orlando Magic loss away from being assured of advancing to the postseason. ,The Raptors (28-49) were eliminated from p...
Report: Virginia G Andrew Rohde commits to Wisconsin
Virginia transfer guard Andrew Rohde committed to Wisconsin, according to On3.,Rohde spent his freshman season with St. Thomas, playing in the Summit League, where he averaged 17.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.7 steals.,In 2023, Rohde transferred to Virginia, where he played the last two...
Wisconsin G John Blackwell enters NBA draft
Wisconsin guard John Blackwell declared for the NBA draft on Thursday after enjoying a solid sophomore season.,Blackwell said he would retain his college eligibility in case he decides to pull out of the draft.,"My goal has always been to play in NBA, and going through the process will take me one s...
Reports: Ex-UCLA PG Dylan Andrews heading to Boise State
Former UCLA point guard Dylan Andrews is transferring to Boise State to continue his college career, according to reports.,Andrews, a two-year starter with the Bruins, had a tough junior season following a sophomore campaign in which he averaged 12.9 points and 3.7 assists. He averaged 35.2 minutes ...
MLB Best Bet: Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers, April 3
Nick Lodolo looks to outduel Nestor Cortes as the Cincinnati Reds aim to capitalize on Milwaukee’s shaky pitching. This is our best MLB bet for Thursday April 3rd. ...
NFL Draft Smoke Says Shedeur Sanders Is Sliding, Don’t Buy It
Shedeur Sanders' draft stock seems to be slipping, but don’t buy the hype—NFL teams desperate for a young QB won’t let him fall far....
11 players who will determine the national championship
As the 2025 Women's Basketball Tournament prepares for its Final Four, it's clear that the remaining teams have been college basketball's elite teams all season.,The sport's most decorated program in UConn, hard-nosed Texas, breakout Final Four first-timer UCLA and defending national champion South ...
Virginia G Isaac McKneely commits to Louisville
Isaac McKneely, Virginia's leading scorer in 2024-25, announced Thursday he is transferring to fellow Atlantic Coast Conference member Louisville.,"Committed to the Ville," the rising senior guard posted on X along with a photo of himself in a Cardinals uniform.,McKneely shot an ACC-best 42.1 percen...
Jamion Christian replaces Phil Martelli Jr. at Bryant
Bryant hired Jamion Christian as the new head coach of its men's basketball team on Thursday.,Christian, 42, previously held that role at alma mater Mount St. Mary's (2012-18), Siena (2018-19) and George Washington (2019-22). He spent the past couple of seasons coaching a professional team in Italy....
Justin Verlander chases 263rd win in Giants' home opener vs. Mariners
Justin Verlander hopes to build upon an encouraging debut for the San Francisco Giants when he gets the ball in the home opener against the visiting Seattle Mariners on Friday afternoon.,After signing a one-year deal with San Francisco over the winter, Verlander (0-0, 3.60 ERA) has been the only Gia...
Why a Duke vs. Auburn Final Would Be the Best 2025 NCAA Championship Game
A Duke vs. Auburn rematch in the NCAA championship game promises the two best teams in an elite matchup, and must-watch basketball....
Flagg and Friends: Final Four loaded with NBA draft prospects
A quartet of No. 1 seeds converge on San Antonio this weekend as a Cinderella-free March bracket funnels into a star-studded Final Four. ,NBA Draft destinies can be forged in the fire of the Big Dance just as pro teams post their final records. ,With Big Boards as volatile as the stock market, Duke,...
NIL Changed the NCAA Tournament, but Didn’t Ruin March Madness
The 2025 NCAA Tournament has lacked the usual chaos of March Madness, but blaming NIL alone oversimplifies the issue. ...
Zion Williamson’s Season Is Over—Again. Now What?
Zion Williamson’s season ends early once more, leaving the New Orleans Pelicans with tough questions about his future with the franchise....
Falcons owner ready to pay Kirk Cousins millions to ride pine
With three years remaining on a four-year contract signed 13 months ago, Kirk Cousins is guaranteed nothing in Atlanta in 2025. Well, other than the $27.5 million Falcons owner Arthur Blank owes for the upcoming season under the terms of that pact.,Blank said at the NFL annual meeting in Florida tha...