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Rage bats come alive in weekend tourney semifinal run
MOSES LAKE — The Washington Rage 16U (5-5-1) took a step forward over the weekend after making a run to the semifi…
Panthers say McCaffrey not expected to play against Lions
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers coach Matt Rhule said running back Christian McCaffrey is expected to miss Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions, a big blow for a Carolina team that is looking to snap a five-game…
AP Source: Nuggets finishing deal with Pelicans for Hampton
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets picked up a center to learn under Nikola Jokic. Then, they grabbed a guard to be mentored by Jamal Murray.
Mavs take Arizona guard, juggle backcourt in deal with 76ers
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks juggled the mix of sidekicks for star point guard Luka Doncic on draft night — with their first-round pick and through a trade.
New Mexico State basketball temporarily moving to Phoenix
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico State's men's basketball team will temporarily move to Phoenix due to coronavirus restrictions in its home state.
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.
Blazers take Washington State's CJ Elleby with 46th pick
Portland has a new CJ.
Flacco feels confident as he prepares for 4th start for Jets
NEW YORK (AP) — Joe Flacco spent most of the hot, humid days of training camp working out, watching practice and wondering when he'd get back in the huddle.
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
NBA
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.