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Knights claim district win over Okanogan
ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights (14-1-2) got the best of Okanogan Thursday evening with a 2-1 victory as they move …
Pleasant carries Abilene Christian over Hardin-Simmons 95-73
ABILENE, Texas (AP) — Joe Pleasant matched his career high with 20 points as Abilene Christian romped past Division III-member Hardin-Simmons 95-73 on Wednesday night.
Oklahoma jumps out early, cruises past Oral Roberts 79-65
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Austin Reaves had 18 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists to lead Oklahoma to a 79-65 victory over Oral Roberts on Wednesday night.
Ross leads Pepperdine over Concordia University (CA) 91-68
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — Colbey Ross had 21 points as Pepperdine rolled past Concordia University (CA) 91-68 on Wednesday.
Ramey, Brown lead No. 11 Texas past Sam Houston State 79-63
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas guard Courtney Ramey doesn't always use proper technique when he shoots.
James, Davis back on court for Lakers as season draws near
LeBron James and Anthony Davis returned to the court for the Los Angeles Lakers, less than a week before the start of the regular season — and just over two months after winning the NBA title.
Muszynski lifts Belmont over Kennesaw State 64-53
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Nick Muszynski had 25 points as Belmont defeated Kennesaw State 64-53 on Wednesday night.
Prim lifts Missouri St. over William Jewell 73-64
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Gaige Prim had 20 points as Missouri State beat William Jewell 73-64 on Wednesday night.
White scores 16, Ole Miss beats Middle Tennessee 70-51
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) — Romello White had 16 points to lead five Mississippi players scoring in double figures and the Rebels beat Middle Tennessee 70-51 on Wednesday night.
Waters lifts Troy over Samford 79-71
TROY, Ala. (AP) — Khalyl Waters had a career-high 21 points as Troy defeated Samford 79-71 on Wednesday night. Zay Williams added 20 points for the Trojans.
Locure scores 22 to lead S. Alabama over D-II Flagler 103-81
MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Tyreke Locure scored a career-high 22 points as South Alabama romped past Division II Flagler 103-81 on Wednesday night.
Grambling State defeats Louisiana-Monroe 78-61
MONROE, La. (AP) — Cameron Woodall and Cameron Christon scored 17 points apiece as Grambling State topped Louisiana-Monroe 78-61 on Wednesday night.
Benjamin leads UAB past Southern U. 88-46
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Jalen Benjamin had 15 points to lead seven UAB players in double figures as the Blazers extended their season-opening win streak to seven games, rolling past Southern 88-46 on Wednesday nigh…
Nembhard, Samuel rally TCU to 77-76 upset at Oklahoma St.
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — RJ Nembhard and Kevin Samuel combined for 39 points, scoring the last nine of the game, as TCU upended previously undefeated Oklahoma State 77-76 Wednesday night.
Giants sign RHP DeSclafani to $6 million, 1-year contract
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Right-hander Anthony DeSclafani signed a $6 million, one-year contract with the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, giving the club a veteran option for the rotation alongside ace Johnny Cueto.
Villanova coach Wright gets 600th win in victory over Butler
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Jay Wright flashed the “V” toward empty bleachers and then encountered a divine interception on his way to celebrate in the locker room. His face red and bundled in winter clothes, the Rev. Pe…