Rick Pitino told the Rupp Arena crowd that new Wildcats coach Mark Pope will carry Kentucky, which suffered two first-round exits in the past three NCAA tournaments, to “greatness.”… Continue Reading »
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Duke’s Flagg ‘not running’ from lofty expectations
Cooper Flagg, Duke’s star freshman and the projected No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA draft, is “not running” from the all the hype and lofty expectations, says coach Jon Scheyer.… Continue Reading »
Father’s footsteps: Boozer brothers pick Duke
Five-star brothers Cameron Boozer and Cayden Boozer will follow in their father’s footsteps, announcing Friday they’re committing to Duke.… Continue Reading »
How the Boozer twins’ commitment impacts Duke, Miami
Cameron and Cayden will play basketball at dad Carlos Boozer’s alma mater. Here’s what this means for Duke — and Miami, which lost out on them.… Continue Reading »
From No. 1 to 100: Here’s our new ranking of the 2025 NBA draft prospects
Duke’s Cooper Flagg tops the list, but who else is turning scouts’ heads? ESPN draft analyst Jonathan Givony has the top players ahead of the season.… Continue Reading »
The 10 names that will define the NBA season
Stakes are massive for 10 players, coaches and executives. Here is how their performances and their decisions will shape 2024-25 — and beyond.… Continue Reading »
SEC, B10: No private funds; football not ‘broken’
SEC and Big Ten leaders showed a united front, as any big changes that would include private equity are unlikely to garner national support without their backing.… Continue Reading »
Cal taps NASA specialist to plan for ACC travel
The Golden Bears brought in a NASA specialist during the offseason to speak to the school’s sports teams amid worries over increased travel during conference play.… Continue Reading »
Kansas picked to win Big 12; Dickinson top player
Big 12 coaches tabbed Kansas as the preseason favorite to win the conference, while Jayhawks center Hunter Dickinson was picked as the preseason player of the year.… Continue Reading »
Study: Athlete abuse spikes at March Madness
The abuse college athletes face on social media, including threats of violence, spikes during March Madness, with women basketball players targeted three times more often than men, according to a study the NCAA released Thursday.… Continue Reading »