Category: Basketball
Russell Westbrook out with a fractured left hand
[ad_1] On Friday night, Russell Westbrook sustained a fractured left hand during the Los Angeles Clippers victory over the Washington Wizards. Clippers coach Ty Lue mentioned that the team is still assessing the injury and provided no specific timeline for Westbrook’s return. “We don’t know what timetable, don’t know if he needs surgery or anything…
College basketball rankings: Surprising Utah State takes lead in tight Mountain West Conference race
[ad_1] Keytron Jordan, CBS Sports Utah State took another step toward an improbable Mountain West title late Friday with a 72-60 victory over Air Force that pushed the Aggies to 24-5 overall, 12-4 in the league. They’re currently alone atop the MWC standings with just two regular-season games remaining, this after being picked ninth in…
Luka Doncic on Boston: “That’s the best team in the NBA right now”
[ad_1] Inquired about the challenge of deciphering the Boston Celtics’ defensive strategies throughout the game, the Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic highlighted the numerous on-ball defensive options available to disrupt offensive actions and execute switches. He attributed the Celtics’ status as the top or second-ranked defense in the NBA to their dual proficiency in both…
North Carolina vs. NC State odds, score prediction: 2024 college basketball picks, March 2 bets from top model
[ad_1] No. 9 North Carolina will try to extend its three-game winning streak when it hosts North Carolina State in a rivalry battle. The Tar Heels (22-6, 14-3 ACC) have bounced back from their loss at Syracuse with a trio of wins, including a 75-71 final against Miami on Monday. NC State (17-11, 9-8) has…
Sixers set to waive Kenneth Lofton Jr.
[ad_1] The Philadelphia 76ers plan to waive Kenneth Lofton Jr., who is currently on a two-way contract. Lofton, a robust forward/center, went undrafted in 2022 but later secured a two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies before being converted to a standard deal at the end of his rookie season in 2022/23. Following a roster crunch…
How to watch Duke Blue Devils vs. Virginia Cavaliers: TV channel, NCAA Basketball live stream info, start time
[ad_1] Who’s Playing Virginia Cavaliers @ Duke Blue Devils Current Records: Virginia 21-8, Duke 22-6 How To Watch What to Know We’ve got another exciting ACC matchup on schedule as the Virginia Cavaliers and the Duke Blue Devils are set to tip at 6:00 p.m. ET on March 2nd at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Both teams…
Ausar Thompson: I’ve been working on my 3-point shooting
[ad_1] Detroit Pistons rookie Ausar Thompson talked about his recent improved three-point shooting following Friday’s 110-100 home loss vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers (15 points/7 rebounds/3 assists/5 steals/2 blocks/6-11 FG/2-3 3-PT/1-2 FT/+1 +/-). (via Bally Sports Detroit): Reporter: “Two of three for you from three tonight, shooting with confidence. There was even a couple where I…
Kentucky vs. Arkansas odds, how to watch, stream: Model reveals college basketball picks for March 2, 2024
[ad_1] No. 16 Kentucky will continue its quest for a double bye in the SEC Tournament when it hosts Arkansas on Saturday afternoon. The Wildcats (20-8, 10-5) have won four of their last five games to move into a three-way tie for fourth place in the SEC standings. They blew out then-No. 13 Alabama last…
Murray left the game with an ankle sprain
[ad_1] Nuggets guard Jamal Murray suffered a right ankle sprain in the second quarter of the team’s victory over Miami, leading to his departure before halftime. Unfortunately, Murray did not return to the game. “I talked to him right at the half, and he thought he was gonna be able to try to maybe give…
Northwestern Wildcats vs. Iowa Hawkeyes live stream info, start time, TV channel: How to watch NCAA Basketball on TV, stream online
[ad_1] Who’s Playing Iowa Hawkeyes @ Northwestern Wildcats Current Records: Iowa 17-12, Northwestern 20-8 How To Watch What to Know Northwestern is 1-9 against the Hawkeyes since February of 2018 but they’ll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Saturday. Both teams will face off in a Big Ten battle at…