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JT Toppin-less No. 16 Texas Tech forges on at No. 4 Iowa State
No game in the Big 12 Conference rates as a breathe-easy tuneup because most teams are capable of jumping up and biting one of the league's frontrunners on any given night.,So, taking the first two steps of the rest of the season without preseason All-American JT Toppin were by no means easy outings...
Streaking Reed Sheppard leads Rockets into matchup with Heat
The Houston Rockets were on the verge of completing a stunning rally from a 19-point deficit against the Orlando Magic on Thursday but needed one final push to get over the hump.,Up stepped reserve guard Reed Sheppard, who followed his 28-point performance against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday w...
Joey Aguilar Eligibility Ruling Is a Win for College Football
The NCAA won a key court ruling denying Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar an extra year of eligibility. Here’s why the decision matters....
UFC Mexico City Betting Predictions: Moreno vs Kavanagh Fight Night Picks
UFC Mexico City features Brandon Moreno vs Lone’er Kavanagh in the main event. Here are the best bets and predictions for Fight Night....
Tua Tagovailoa’s Future Uncertain as Dolphins Explore Options
The Miami Dolphins are exploring their options with Tua Tagovailoa. Should another team take a chance on the former Pro Bowl quarterback?...
Friday NBA Picks: Pistons vs Cavs, Nuggets vs Thunder, and More
NBA betting picks for Friday including Pistons vs Cavaliers, Nuggets vs Thunder and Knicks vs Bucks spread predictions....
Miami out to maintain top-four ACC spot vs. Boston College
Amid a remarkable turnaround, Miami will be out to solidify its NCAA Tournament credentials when it plays host to Boston College in an Atlantic Coast Conference game Saturday.,What seemed unlikely before the season began is within reach for the Hurricanes under first-year head coach Jai Lucas. A com...
Reports: Falcons fire assistant DL coach LaTroy Lewis
The Atlanta Falcons fired assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis, who is being accused of rape in Michigan, multiple outlets reported Friday.,The dismissal comes after Darko State News reported details of violent behavior, and screen shots of electronic communication between Lewis and the alleg...
USMNT M Malik Tillman avoids serious injury ahead of World Cup
After initial fears of a serious ankle injury, United States men's national team midfielder Malik Tillman is expected to be back on the field soon.,Tillman was injured in a game last Saturday as he played for his club team, Bayer Leverkusen in Germany. He missed a Champions League game on Tuesday an...
Report: WNBA players divided in CBA approach during 'spirited' meeting
The approach to a potential strike was a point of contention among WNBA union members at a sometimes "tough" meeting where the state of labor negotiations was discussed, Front Office Sports reported.,At a virtual meeting held Tuesday by the WNBPA, some players reportedly changed their minds from a m...
Billy Gillispie will not return to Tarleton State in 2026-27
Tarleton State head coach Billy Gillispie will not return next season, the university announced on Friday.,Texans associate head coach Glynn Cyprien is serving as the acting head coach in the absence of Gillispie, who has missed 11 games this season due to health issues.,"I can confirm that Coach Gi...
No. 2 Arizona intent to avert season sweep by No. 14 Kansas
No. 2 Arizona can avenge its loss earlier this month at Kansas and clinch a share of the Big 12 regular-season title with a victory over the No. 14 Jayhawks on Saturday at Tucson, Ariz.,The Wildcats (26-2, 13-2 Big 12) have won three straight games, including at Houston on Saturday and Baylor on Tue...
NFL boosts salary cap to $301.2M in 2026
The NFL informed its teams Friday that the salary cap for the upcoming season will be $301.2 million, an increase of $22 million from 2025.,NFL Network reported on Jan. 30 that the 2026 salary cap was projected to land anywhere from $301.2 million and $305.7 million.,The salary cap for 2025 was $279...
Julian Hall, Red Bulls look to continue fast start vs. Revs
The New York Red Bulls may have their next budding star in Julian Hall.,After Hall powered a successful season opener for new head coach Michael Bradley and the Red Bulls, they will try for two wins in two weeks when they face the New England Revolution in their home opener Saturday in Harrison, N.J...
After reaching 20 wins, Iowa out for more at Penn State
In a bounce-back season for Iowa, the Hawkeyes' main objective now is to see if their resurgence can lead to an NCAA Tournament berth.,Iowa can take an important step toward that goal Saturday when it faces Penn State at University Park, Pa.,Entering Friday No. 26 in the NET rankings, Iowa (20-8, 10...
Kon Knueppel, surging Hornets set focus on Trail Blazers
It has been a record week for the Charlotte Hornets, who are taking their current surge back home to face the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday afternoon.,Both teams are floating around the playoff cut-off lines in their respective conferences.,The Hornets won 133-109 at Indiana on Thursday as Kon ...
Montreal seeks better result vs. Fire after rough opener
After a rough start to the 2026 MLS season, CF Montreal aim to bounce back quickly when they visit the Chicago Fire on Saturday.,Montreal (0-1-0, 0 points) opened the campaign with a 5-0 loss to San Diego FC last week. An early tally and a stoppage time marker had the Canadian side trailing 2-0 at h...
No. 24 Louisville looks to address road woes at Clemson
Despite residing in the top half of the Atlantic Coast Conference standings, No. 24 Louisville and host Clemson find themselves in desperate need for a victory when they tip off on Saturday afternoon.,The Tigers (20-8, 10-5 ACC) lost their fourth straight game last Saturday with a 70-65 setback to F...
Toronto FC complete acquisition of USMNT striker Josh Sargent
Toronto FC completed the acquisition of U.S. Men's National Team striker Josh Sargent on Friday.,Sargent, 26, arrives from EFL Championship side Norwich City for a transfer fee of up to $27 million, one of the highest in MLS history.,He will occupy a designated player spot and is under contract thro...
Union acquire D Philippe Ndinga from Swedish club
The Philadelphia Union acquired defender Philippe Ndinga from Sweden's Degerfors IF on Friday.,The 20-year-old left back will occupy U22 Initiative and international roster slots. He is signed through 2028-29 with an option for 2029-30.,"Philippe is a dynamic defender with the ability to play confid...