BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

Apr 20 2026SPORTS

A Kansas Player Shines as Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Wraps Up

The Portsmouth Invitational Tournament wrapped up with a thrilling finish as Melvin Council Jr. of Kansas took home the MVP award after leading his team, Portsmouth Sports Club, to victory. The game ended 93-86 against Mike Duman, Inc. , with Council putting up strong numbers: 24 points, 8 rebounds,

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Mar 11 2026SPORTS

High School Hoops: Who Will Reign Supreme in Oregon?

The 4A boys basketball state tournament is underway at Forest Grove High School, drawing attention from fans and analysts alike. Several sports reporters have shared their forecasts for each matchup, offering a mix of confidence and surprise. In the opening round, Scappoose faces La Grande wit

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

New Courts, New Feel: How the Expo Changed Playoff Basketball

South Portland’s girls basketball squad has had to shift its game plan this season. Because the Maine Principals’ Association moved many schools into Class A, the early rounds of the state tournament now take place at the Portland Expo Center instead of on a team’s own gym. The change means ev

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Big 12 Basketball: A High-Tech Court Revolution

The Big 12 Conference is making a bold move by introducing a high-tech glass court with LED technology for its men’s and women’s basketball tournaments. This isn’t just any court; it’s a game-changer that can display data, ads, and even fan games during timeouts. The court has already made waves at

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Oct 31 2025SPORTS

Keeping College Basketball Clean: New Rules to Fight Betting Pressures

The NCAA is taking a big step to protect college basketball players from the growing issue of sports betting. Starting now, teams will have to share player availability reports before games. This means telling everyone who is ready to play and who might not be. The reports will be public, so fans an

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Apr 06 2025SPORTS

Two Powerhouses Clash in Unlikely NCAA Final

A thrilling basketball season is about to reach its climax. Two teams, both with impressive records, will face off in the NCAA championship game. This matchup is a surprise to many, as neither team was expected to make it this far. Houston is known for its tough defense. The Cougars have won 35 gam

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Apr 05 2025SPORTS

Final Four Showdown: Top Seeds Clash for the Title

The NCAA Tournament's Final Four is here, and it's a battle of the top seeds. Houston, Duke, Florida, and Auburn are all in the mix, each starting as the number one seed in their region. This is only the second time in tournament history that all Final Four teams were top seeds, the first since 2008

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Mar 24 2025SPORTS

The Young Gun's Last-Minute Magic

Derik Queen, a freshman from Baltimore, showed no fear when his team needed a hero. With just 3. 6 seconds left on the clock, Maryland was down by one point against Colorado State in the NCAA Tournament. Coach Willard asked who wanted the ball, and Queen stepped up, eager to take the shot. The 6-fo

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Mar 20 2025SPORTS

March Madness 2025: Thursday's Top Picks

March Madness is back, and Thursday is set to be a thrilling day of college basketball. Fans across the country will be glued to their screens, and productivity will take a backseat. Let's dive into some of the most anticipated matchups. First up, Creighton and Louisville are set to face off. Creig

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

Duke's Star Duo Faces March Madness Hurdles

Duke University's basketball team faced a tough blow during their ACC Tournament game. Cooper Flagg, a standout freshman, went for a rebound and landed awkwardly, injuring his left ankle. The injury was severe enough that he had to be taken off the court in a wheelchair. The team's defensive star

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