Kyle Kuzma dons massive jacket to Saturday
Kuzma is known for his eccentric clothing. He again made a fashion statement before Saturday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets.
Ball State hires Southern Miss’ Mitchell as AD
Ball State has hired Southern Miss deputy director of athletics Jeff Mitchell to be the school’s new athletic director.
LeBron closes in on Kareem as Lakers rally late
LeBron James pulled within 63 points of the NBA’s career scoring record as Anthony Davis’ 11-foot jumper pushed the Los Angeles Lakers past the Pacers 112-111.
Embiid, Morant, SGA headline All-Star reserves
Tyrese Haliburton, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. were all first-time NBA All-Star selections.
Denver’s Porter faces charges from fatal crash
Denver basketball player Coban Porter was charged Wednesday with felony counts of vehicular homicide and vehicular assault stemming from a suspected drunken-driving crash that killed a 42-year-old woman.
Kansas happy to avenge road loss to K-State
Jalen Wilson said K-State’s home win over his Jayhawks was fresh on the team’s mind in Tuesday’s rematch. “It was like a big rub in our face, them storming the court,” Wilson said. “I always remember stuff like that.”
Post-antisemitic slur, Leonard seeks NBA return
Meyers Leonard, 30, who last played in the NBA in January 2021 before being suspended for using an antisemitic slur during a livestream of a video game and dealing with injuries, told ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap that he expects to play in the NBA again.
Which teams should you buy or fade ahead of March Madness?
With the NCAA tournament field almost a month away, Dalen Cuff looks at some of the top teams around the country and whether you should buy the hype or fade them.
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Brooklyn All-Star Kyrie Irving didn’t get a chance to face former teammate LeBron James in the Nets’ victory over the Lakers Monday, but he was honest after the game about how the league and fans should “congratulate and celebrate” the Los Angeles star.
Luka nets 53 while chirping with Pistons assistant
Luka Doncic posted his NBA-leading fourth 50-point game of the season to lead the Mavs to victory Monday night — all while continuously chirping with Pistons assistant coach Jerome Allen.
Raptors
Raptors wing O.G. Anunoby will miss the remainder of Toronto’s current road trip before being re-evaluated when the team comes back home next week.
Waiver wire pickups: Look to Seth Curry and Brandon Clarke
The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes on your roster. Here are the ones to add before it’s too late.
Grizzlies hold moment of silence for Tyre Nichols
The Grizzlies held a moment of silence Sunday for Tyre Nichols, who was killed earlier this month after a police traffic stop.
Refs
The National Basketball Referees Association admitted to missing Jayson Tatum’s foul on LeBron James at the end of regulation and called the mistake “gut-wrenching.”
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The Celtics snapped a 3-game skid after beating the Lakers 125-121 in overtime.
Johnson leads No. 5 K-State past former team
Keyontae Johnson had 13 points and 11 rebounds in a sentimental matchup with the Gators, helping No. 5 Kansas State to a dominant 64-50 victory in the Big 12-SEC Challenge.
SEC/Big 12 Challenge preview: Which conference will reign supreme?
The mid-January series affects NCAA tournament résumés, provides a break from hectic conference play and showcases some of the best talent in men’s college basketball.
Longtime Final Four broadcaster Packer dies at 82
Longtime college basketball commentator Billy Packer, the voice of the NCAA tournament for more than 30 years, died Thursday night. He was 82.
Jokic sits out Wednesday
Two-time reigning MVP Nikola Jokic is out for the Nuggets on Wednesday night at Milwaukee as he continues to recover from a tight left hamstring.
Fantasy basketball tips and NBA betting picks for Wednesday
Everything you need to know to place your NBA bets and set your fantasy basketball lineups for Wednesday’s slate including Nets vs. 76ers.