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West Virginia's Stunning Upset Over No. 3 Gonzaga Shakes College Basketball

9 hours ago

West Virginia defeats No. 3 Gonzaga 86-78 in overtime.
- Javon Small leads WVU's comeback with 31 points.
- Amani Hansberry adds 19 points, boosting WVU's efforts.
- Gonzaga's Braden Huff scores 19 but can't secure win.
- Theodore DeVries forces OT with vital free throws.
- WVU coach celebrates key early-season victory.
- Mountaineers' free throws clinch overtime success.

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Tennessee Vols Dominate UT Martin in 78-35 Victory at Food City Center

9 hours ago

Tennessee defeated UT Martin 78-35 on November 27.
- Chaz Lanier led Tennessee with 18 points.
- Felix Okpara recorded a double-double: 10 points, 11 rebounds.
- Vols limited UT Martin to 23.5% shooting, a defensive record.
- Tennessee is 7-0 this season, staying undefeated.
- Lanier, SEC Player of the Week, excelled in the game.
- Tennessee faces Syracuse next in the SEC-ACC Challenge.

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Auburn Triumphs Over Memphis to Secure First Maui Invitational Championship

3 hours ago

Auburn beat Memphis 90-76 for its first Maui Invitational championship.
- Johni Broome led Auburn with 21 points and a double-double performance.
- Auburn capitalized on 11 Memphis turnovers, scoring 14 points.
- Auburn utilized a significant rebounding advantage for 16 second-chance points.
- Memphis struggled to close the gap, never bringing it under 15 points.
- PJ Haggerty was Memphis's top scorer with 27 points.
- Auburn will face Duke in the SEC/ACC Challenge next Wednesday.

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Notre Dame's Markus Burton Sidelined with Knee Injury, Eyes Return This Season

6 hours ago

Markus Burton suffers knee injury in Notre Dame vs. Rutgers game.
- Notre Dame's Burton averages 21.4 points per game this season.
- Coach Burton hopes for full recovery after Burton's injury.
- Burton's season continues despite the knee injury.
- Teammate Logan Imes scores eight points in Burton's absence.
- Burton's return is vital for Notre Dame basketball's success.
- Coach Shrewsberry trusts team's medical experts for Burton's recovery.

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Kansas' Hunter Dickinson Ejected: Flagrant 2 Foul Stirs Debate Against Duke

1 day ago

Kansas defeats Duke 75-72 despite Dickinson's ejection for a flagrant-2 foul.
- Hunter Dickinson's ejection raises questions about NCAA officiating and player intent.
- Kansas coach Self claims Dickinson's foul was unintentional, while Duke's Scheyer disagrees.
- Dajuan Harris leads Kansas with 14 points and nine assists, securing the win.
- Cooper Flagg scores 13 points for Duke, exploiting Dickinson's absence.
- Kansas displays resilience at T-Mobile Arena, maintaining composure under pressure.
- Sports world debates implications for sportsmanship following controversial game decision.

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Kentucky Secures Victory Over Western Kentucky in Live BBN Invitational Showdown

1 day ago

Kentucky Wildcats beat Western Kentucky 87-68 at the BBN Invitational at Rupp Arena.
- Andrew Carr's early performance helped Kentucky build a strong lead in the first half.
- Kentucky led 38-24 with 3:20 left in the first half, starting the game strong.
- Coach Pope emphasized using emotional strength to boost team performance.
- Kentucky remains undefeated despite shooting struggles, showcasing solid gameplay.
- The enthusiast atmosphere at Rupp Arena added excitement to the in-state rivalry.
- Kentucky women led against Arizona State in Music City, enjoying a successful game.

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Kentucky Secures 87-68 Victory Despite Struggles from Beyond the Arc

1 day ago

Kentucky Wildcats triumphed over WKU 87-68, demonstrating resilience.
- Andrew Carr recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
- Otega Oweh tied as Kentucky's top scorer, adding 18 points.
- Kentucky held WKU to 32% shooting, showcasing strong defense.
- Coach Mark Pope's strategies boosted Kentucky's performance.
- Wildcats are undefeated in BBN Invitational with a 3-0 sweep.
- Kentucky impressed with their basketball IQ and smart adjustments.

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Kristaps Porzingis Returns to Celtics with Impactful Performance Against Clippers

18 hours ago

Celtics crush Clippers 126-94 as Porzingis returns from leg surgery.
- Kristaps Porzingis scores 16 points and blocks twice in his Celtics debut.
- Bostons impressively boosts season record to 14-3 after decisive win.
- Porzingis returns ahead of schedule, initially expected by December.
- Latvian center undergoes rare leg surgery, missing five months.
- Porzingis adds crucial defensive strength Celtics sought to improve.
- Report by ESPN's Shams Charania highlighted Porzingis' injury update.

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Nets' Cam Thomas Out vs. Suns Due to Hamstring Injury Amid Injury Woes

1 day ago

Cam Thomas is out for 3-4 weeks with a hamstring strain.
- Thomas was averaging 24.7 points per game before his injury.
- Brooklyn Nets face challenges without Thomas during their rebuild.
- Despite injuries, the Nets beat the Golden State Warriors.
- Dennis Schroder will lead the offense in Thomas' absence.
- Cam Johnson rises in significance with career-high stats.
- Ziaire Williams' double-double was key in recent Nets' win.

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Auburn Guard Chad Baker-Mazara Escapes Injury Scare in Game Against North Carolina

1 day ago

Baker-Mazara returns unhurt after fall in Auburn vs. North Carolina game.
- Auburn's Baker-Mazara plays on despite past knee injury against Iowa State.
- Auburn overcomes challenges, including Flagrant 1 foul vs. Iowa.
- Auburn's Baker-Mazara symbolizes determination in college basketball.
- Coach's strategy vital in Auburn's comeback after 18-point Iowa State deficit.
- Missouri's Caleb Grill stretchered off; neck injury ruled precautionary.
- Injury reports like Grill's expose athlete vulnerabilities and courage.

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