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High-flying Wisconsin aims to extend dominance over Minnesota
Wisconsin just claimed its most prestigious win in seven years.,Now, Greg Gard wants to make sure his Badgers team avoids a letdown in its follow-up performance.,Wisconsin (11-5, 3-2 Big Ten) goes for its third win in a row when it tips off against Minnesota (10-6, 3-2) on Tuesday night in Minneapol...
Behind new coach Rick Bowness, Blue Jackets tangle with Flames
The Columbus Blue Jackets intend to fan their flickering playoff hopes with new head coach Rick Bowness behind the bench when they play host to the Calgary Flames on Tuesday.,Columbus, sitting last in the Eastern Conference with a 19-19-7 record, made the bold decision on Monday to relieve bench bos...
After turning corner, St. John's returns home to meet Marquette
Shortly after the horn sounded on a disappointing home loss to Providence on Jan. 3, St. John's seemed to have hit a low point. At least, the Red Storm hoped it would be their low point.,In the past week, the Red Storm responded with a pair of impressive road performances and they seek their third s...
Villanova to put Providence's shaky 3-point defense to the test
Defending the 3-point line has been a problem for Providence this season, and it will likely be a major concern for the Friars entering Tuesday night's Big East matchup against visiting Villanova.,Providence (8-8, 1-4 Big East) ranks last among Big East teams in opponents' 3-point field goal percent...
No. 2 Iowa State looking to start faster against Kansas
No. 2 Iowa State has figured out how to dominate the second half. Now the undefeated Cyclones have to just figure out how to start better.,Iowa State (16-0, 3-0 Big 12) will get a chance to do that Tuesday when it travels to Lawrence, Kan., to take on the Jayhawks (11-5, 1-2) in conference action.,I...
Unhappy with No. 18 Alabama's play, coach seeks salve at Miss. State
Alabama coach Nate Oats was livid with his team following the Crimson Tide's 92-88 home loss to Texas on Saturday. It marked No. 18 Alabama's second straight Southeastern Conference loss.,Oats and Alabama (11-5, 1-2 SEC) look to regroup against a Mississippi State team also bidding to bounce back wh...
'No panic' Nebraska puts No. 8 ranking on line against Oregon
The Big Ten's last unbeaten team will try to extend the best start in school history when No. 8 Nebraska hosts Oregon in conference play on Tuesday night in Lincoln, Neb.,The Cornhuskers (16-0, 5-0 Big Ten) have won 20 in a row, which includes their four-game sweep to claim the College Basketball Cr...
No. 24 Tennessee eyes turnaround vs. surging Texas A&M
After No. 24 Tennessee dropped a 91-67 decision at Florida on Saturday, Volunteers coach Rick Barnes was seething. All he could see on the stat sheet handed to him were the overabundance of turnovers listed.,When the Volunteers (11-5, 1-2 Southeastern Conference) play host to Texas A&M (13-3, 3-0) o...
No. 16 Virginia begins challenging stretch at No. 20 Louisville
No. 16 Virginia enters a challenging stretch with three straight games against ranked opponents and four of its next five contests on the road.,The Atlantic Coast Conference gauntlet begins on Tuesday night for the Cavaliers (14-2, 3-1) at No. 20 Louisville. The Cardinals (12-4, 2-2) swept both meet...
NBA Best Bets Monday: Jazz vs Cavaliers, Lakers vs Kings, Hornets vs Clippers
Monday NBA betting picks featuring Jazz vs Cavaliers, Lakers vs Kings, and Hornets vs Clippers with spreads and player props....
Texans vs Steelers Wild Card Pick: Top Monday Night Football Playoff Predictions
A breakdown of Steelers vs Texans in the NFL Wild Card, including key matchup edges and a betting pick on Houston -3....
Unhappy with No. 13 Alabama's play, coach seeks salve at Miss. State
Alabama coach Nate Oats was livid with his team following the Crimson Tide's 92-88 home loss to Texas on Saturday. It marked No. 13 Alabama's second straight Southeastern Conference loss.,Oats and Alabama (11-5, 1-2 SEC) look to regroup against a Mississippi State team also bidding to bounce back wh...
No. 3 Iowa State looking to start faster against No. 22 Kansas
No. 3 Iowa State has figured out how to dominate the second half. Now the undefeated Cyclones have to just figure out how to start better.,Iowa State (16-0, 3-0 Big 12) will get a chance to do that Tuesday when they travel to Lawrence, Kan., to take on the No. 22 Jayhawks (11-5, 1-2) in conference a...
Unranked West Virginia tries to slay another giant in No. 7 Houston
West Virginia is after its second straight win against a ranked opponent when it travels to No. 7 Houston for a Big 12 Conference showdown on Tuesday.,The Mountaineers (11-5, 2-1 Big 12) knocked off No. 22 Kansas on Saturday in Morgantown, W.Va., behind 23 points from Honor Huff.,Brenen Lorient's re...
'No panic' Nebraska puts No. 10 ranking on line against Oregon
The Big Ten's last unbeaten team will try to extend the best start in school history when No. 10 Nebraska hosts Oregon in conference play on Tuesday night in Lincoln, Neb.,The Cornhuskers (16-0, 5-0 Big Ten) have won 20 in a row, which includes their four-game sweep to claim the College Basketball C...
Kings, without suspended Dennis Schroder, have score to settle with Lakers
The Sacramento Kings might possess the third-worst record in the NBA, but they certainly are showing they haven't lost fight.,Monday night's rematch with the Los Angeles Lakers promises to be a testy affair in Sacramento, and the Kings will be without veteran guard Dennis Schroder for his actions fo...
Roman Josi, Steven Stamkos push Predators past Capitals
Roman Josi had a goal and two assists and the host Nashville Predators held on late for a 3-2 win against the Washington Capitals on Sunday night.,Steven Stamkos had a goal and an assist for the Predators, who have won two of three. Justus Annunen made 29 saves, including four in the final minute of...
No. 21 Tennessee eyes turnaround vs. surging Texas A&M
After No. 21 Tennessee dropped a 91-67 decision at Florida on Saturday, Volunteers coach Rick Barnes was seething. All he could see on the stat sheet handed to him were the overabundance of turnovers listed.,When the Volunteers (11-5, 1-2 Southeastern Conference) play host to Texas A&M (13-3, 3-0) o...
No. 23 Virginia begins challenging stretch at No. 20 Louisville
No. 23 Virginia enters a challenging stretch with three straight games against ranked opponents and four of its next five contests on the road.,The Atlantic Coast Conference gauntlet begins on Tuesday night for the Cavaliers (14-2, 3-1) at No. 20 Louisville. The Cardinals (12-4, 2-2) swept both meet...
With Kings next, Stars identify penalty kill as pain point
As the Dallas Stars continue to look for ways to exit their three-week slump, solidifying their penalty kill has moved to the forefront.,The Stars will aim to stay out of the penalty box when they visit the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night. But if and when they do go short-handed, they hope to limi...