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Report: Texas A&M finalizing extension with Mike Elko
Texas A&M is finalizing a contract extension with Mike Elko that would make him one of the five highest-paid coaches in college football, ESPN reported Saturday.,The third-ranked Aggies (9-0, 6-0 Southeastern Conference) are off to their best start since 1992 heading into Saturday afternoon's clash ...
Mikaela Shiffrin wins slalom in World Cup opener
Mikaela Shiffrin won the first slalom race of the 2025-26 World Cup season on Saturday, her record-extending 102nd overall career victory on the circuit.,Shiffrin held a one-second lead after the first run in Levi, Finland, and turned in a flawless second run for the victory.,"It's really important ...
Report: UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava out vs. No. 1 Ohio State
UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava will miss Saturday night's game at No. 1 Ohio State because of a concussion, ESPN reported.,Redshirt sophomore Luke Duncan will make his first career start for the Bruins (3-6, 3-3 Big Ten) against the unbeaten Buckeyes (9-0, 6-0) in Columbus. Duncan never has attempt...
Report: Virginia Tech in talks with James Franklin
Virginia Tech is in the "early stages" of talks with former Penn State coach James Franklin, ESPN reported Saturday.,There is "mutual interest between the parties" and a decision could be made in the coming days, per the report.,Virginia Tech fired head coach Brent Pry on Sept. 14 after an 0-3 start...
Pelicans fire coach Willie Green following 2-10 start
The New Orleans Pelicans fired coach Willie Green on Saturday following a 2-10 start to his fifth season on the job.,Associate head coach James Borrego, who coached the Charlotte Hornets from 2018-22, was named interim coach.,"After careful evaluation, we have made the difficult decision to make a c...
No. 1 Houston braces for stern test from No. 22 Auburn
No. 1 Houston has dominated every challenge so far this season.,Now comes the Cougars' first game away from home. It's against a ranked opponent, no less.,Houston (3-0) will take on No. 22 Auburn (3-0) on a neutral court -- perhaps more accurately described as a semi-neutral court -- on Sunday after...
NYCFC confirms knee injury for F Alonso Martinez
New York City FC forward Alonso Martinez sustained a knee injury while on duty with Costa Rica's national team on Thursday, the MLS club confirmed Saturday.,Multiple reports indicated that Martinez, 27, tore his ACL during a training session.,"Martinez has returned to New York City for further evalu...
Kyle Kuzma, Bucks bid to build momentum vs. Lakers
Milwaukee's Kyle Kuzma geared up for a matchup against his former team by turning in his best outing of the young season.,Kuzma will look to build on his standout performance when the Bucks host the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night. Milwaukee is aiming to win back-to-back games for the first tim...
These Are the NBA's Worst Three-Point Shooters Right Now
Russell Westbrook is a Hall of Famer. But the NBA’s all-time worst three-point shooter. Here’s a starting five of current stars who can’t shoot either....
Undermanned Nuggets take aim at Timberwolves
Almost nothing has slowed the Denver Nuggets this season.,Now, Denver must show it can persevere despite injuries to key players.,The Nuggets learned Friday that they will be without forward Christian Braun for approximately six weeks because of a sprained left ankle. Denver will play its first game...
The Patriots Are Back and They Might Be the AFC's Most Dangerous Team
Drake Maye’s breakout, Mike Vrabel’s leadership and the NFL’s best run defense have New England rolling into December....
Golden Knights search for offense in encounter vs. Blues
After stalling offensively during a disappointing 1-3-2 homestand, the Vegas Golden Knights will try to regain momentum while playing five of their next six games on the road.,Their journey will begin Saturday night when they visit the St. Louis Blues.,After scoring 14 goals in their last six games,...
Jason Robertson, Stars eager to continue hot streaks in clash vs. Flyers
Jason Robertson will look to stretch his "puck luck" when the Dallas Stars open a brief two-game homestand Saturday night against the Philadelphia Flyers.,Robertson collected two goals and an assist as the Stars blanked the Montreal Canadiens 7-0 on Thursday to stretch their winning streak to four g...
Oilers' Zach Hyman expected to make season debut vs. Hurricanes
The Edmonton Oilers could use a pick-me-up heading into Saturday night's game against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, N.C.,After all, the Oilers have just two wins in their last six games (2-3-1) and are in the midst of a seven-game road trip.,And according to coach Kris Knoblauch, Edmonton just...
Talented Thunder arrive in Charlotte well-rested
The only thing to slow down the Oklahoma City Thunder this week was a couple of days off.,And perhaps the extra rest could help the team with the NBA's best record.,The Thunder will find out when they visit the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night.,They have been off since their Wednesday game, a 121...
Nick Martinelli's late free throws lift Northwestern over DePaul
Nick Martinelli scored 24 points, sealing the win with two free throws to break a tie with 3.5 seconds remaining in regulation, helping Northwestern stay undefeated with an 81-79 victory over local rival DePaul on Friday night in Chicago.,Arrinten Page finished with 22 points for the Wildcats (4-0),...
Timberwolves dominate late, beat Kings for fourth straight win
Anthony Edwards scored 30 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves finished strong for a 124-110 win over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night in Minneapolis.,Julius Randle posted a double-double with 26 points and 11 rebounds for Minnesota, which won its fourth game in a row. Donte DiVincenzo finished...
No. 11 Texas Tech overcomes slow start to beat Milwaukee
Christian Anderson scored 18 points to lead five players in double figures as No. 11 Texas Tech pulled away from Milwaukee for an 80-63 win Friday night in Lubbock, Tex.,Donovan Atwell tallied 17 points, Tyeree Bryan scored 13 points and Jaylen Petty came off the bench to add 11 points. LeJuan Watts...
Bennett Stirtz puts up 21 as Iowa takes down Xavier
Bennett Stirtz scored a game-high 21 points to go with eight rebounds and Tavion Banks chipped in 13 points to help Iowa post an 81-62 victory against Xavier on Friday in Iowa City.,Kael Combs added 11 points for the Hawkeyes (3-0).,Jovan Milicevic paced the Musketeers with 15 points. Filip Borovica...
Brock Purdy back under center for 49ers at Cardinals
San Francisco and Arizona are in separate stages of quarterback drama as they prepare to conclude their season series Sunday in Phoenix.,The 49ers (6-4) will have Brock Purdy back under center as they go for a series sweep and push for their fourth playoff appearance in five seasons.,Purdy returned ...