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WA COLLEGE SPORTS SCHEDULE: May 21-29, 2026
MOSES LAKE — The final competitions for college athletes are underway as athletes move closer to the end of their …
Arkansas welcomes coach, LSU after virus hits both
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas coach Sam Pittman is eager to go after positive COVID-19 tests caused him to miss last week's game at Florida.
No. 9 Indiana visits No. 3 Ohio State in key Big Ten matchup
Things to watch during the fifth week of play in the Big Ten Conference:
Iowa defensive line causing trouble for Big Ten quarterbacks
Iowa had to replace three starters on its defensive line, making it an area of concern heading into the season.
Bedlam potentially big implications for Big 12 title game
Some things to watch in the Big 12 Conference on Saturday, when there are only two games after Texas at Kansas was rescheduled for Dec. 12 because of COVID-19 issues in the Jayhawks program. The four teams that pla…
Wednesday's Sports in Brief
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Plenty of players worth watching from smaller conferences
Austin Peay’s Terry Taylor began his college career eager to do whatever it took to get on the floor.
Illini, Huskers hope to add to positive vibes after 1st wins
A couple teams trying to establish some mojo meet when Nebraska hosts Illinois on Saturday.
Kings take Haliburton in draft, add depth to backcourt
The Sacramento Kings selected Tyrese Haliburton with the 12th overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, adding depth to a backcourt that is almost certain to undergo significant changes.
Clippers get Kennard from Detroit as part of draft deals
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers were busy dealing well before their 57th pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night.
Lakers have quiet draft night ahead of big roster decisions
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Although the Los Angeles Lakers made a pick, the NBA champions still essentially sat out draft night until it was over.
Grizzlies take Mississippi State's Woodard in NBA draft
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Memphis Grizzlies took Mississippi State forward Robert Woodard II with the 40th pick in the NBA draft.
Blazers take Washington State's CJ Elleby with 46th pick
Portland has a new CJ.
Indiana Pacers pick Duke guard Cassius Stanley at No. 54
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indiana Pacers were impressed with Cassius Stanley's athleticism. New coach Nate Bjorkgren liked his versatility.
Hornets draft LaMelo Ball with No. 3 pick, add 2 big men
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LaMelo Ball is thrilled to have a chance to play for the Charlotte Hornets. But the 6-foot-7 point guard is more excited to play for the one of the greatest basketball players of all time in …
Houston Rockets have no draft picks for 2nd straight year
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Rockets didn’t have a pick in the NBA draft for the second straight year after trading away a selection they had added earlier in the week.