News archive: 2015 (Page 6)
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NCAA news:
Texas A&M squad used a 51-point first half to trounce Baylor, 80-61. The Aggies became the first team to score more than 75 points on Baylor in 54 games.
NCAA news:
Wes Washpun set career highs with 28 points and 11 assists as Northern Iowa upset Iowa State 81-79 for its second win over a top-five opponent this season.
NCAA news:
The 11th-ranked Tar Heels used their inside strength and depth to beat the 22nd-ranked Bruins 89-76 on Saturday.
NCAA news:
Utah upset No. 7 Duke at Madison Square Garden on Saturday. Kyle Kuzma scored 21 points to lead Utah (9-2) and Jakob Poeltl had 19 points and 14 rebounds.
NCAA news:
No. 8 Virginia defeated No. 12 Villanova 86-75 as the Cavaliers (9-1) went on an outrageous offensive run in the second half to salt the game away.
NBA rumors
Indiana Pacers forward Paul George has been fined $35,000 for public criticism of officiating and using profanity in a live television interview.
Injuries
After missing the team's first 24 games, guard Kyrie Irving will make his long-awaited season debut for the Cavaliers Sunday at home against the Sixers.
NBA rumors
Croatian forward Dario Saric confirmed in a recent interview that he plans on leaving his Turkish club this summer to join the team.
Injuries
Free-agent forward Jonathan Holmes underwent shoulder surgery Friday for a torn labrum, according to his agent, Zach Kurtin.
NBA games
Reggie Jackson scored 13 of Detroit's final 16 points to help the Pistons to a 147-144 4-OT win over the Chicago Bulls on Friday night at the United Center.
NBA games
The San Antonio Spurs improved to 23-5, including 15-0 at home, with a 115-107 win over the Los Angeles Clippers Friday night.
NCAA news:
Louisville center Mangok Mathiang is expected to miss 6 to 8 weeks after breaking a bone in his left foot during Saturday's 78-56 win against Western Kentucky.
NCAA news:
Duke senior Amile Jefferson is expected to be out at least a month after suffering a fracture in his right foot in practice Dec. 12.
Suspensions & fines
Houston Rockets' guard Ty Lawson has been suspended for two games without pay for driving while ability impaired, the NBA announced today.
Coaches
The Philadelphia 76ers announced the team has agreed to terms with Mike D’Antoni to become Associate Head Coach. He brings 25 years of coaching experience.