You might not have heard much about freshman Cooper Flagg, but he's making big waves at Duke. Flagg, a 6-foot-9 powerhouse, is averaging 17. 4 points, 8. 4 rebounds, 3. 6 assists, 1. 6 steals, and 1. 3 blocks per game. This isn't just impressive; it's historic. Many expected Duke to be good, but Fla
On January 4th, the hockey and basketball courts were buzzing with action. In girls' hockey, Willmar shut out Litchfield-Dassel-Cokato 4-0. The stars were out for Hutchinson, with Sophia Hess nailing a hat trick against River Lakes. St. Cloud Crush dominated Waconia 5-2, thanks to Molly Burkstrand's
JJ Redick, in his rookie season as Lakers head coach, isn't losing sleep over Charles Barkley's harsh comments. When asked about Barkley’s criticism of the Lakers' mid-season struggles, Redick brushed it off, saying, “I honestly don’t care. ” This unconcerned response came before the Lakers faced th
These days, basketball teams like Duke and the Boston Celtics are relying heavily on their three-point shooting. But Michigan State, led by coach Tom Izzo, seems to be defying this trend. The Spartans are taking and making three-pointers less frequently than most other teams, yet they're still winni
Young basketball talent Eli Ellis has been making waves in the Overtime Elite (OTE) League. Just a teenager, Eli has already shown incredible skills on the court, earning him the title of OTE League's Season MVP. His scoring prowess and competitive spirit have not gone unnoticed. Recently, basketbal
Dorrell Wright's journey in basketball began on the courts of Los Angeles, where he quickly made a name for himself in high school. Unlike many of his peers, though, Wright didn't pursue the traditional college route before turning pro. He was snapped up by the Miami Heat in the NBA draft, embarking
Ever wondered how changing the rules in basketball can affect young players? A recent study looked into this by testing three different rule sets during small-sided games. They wanted to see how these rules would impact the players' physical performance, how hard they thought they were working, and
In a thrilling game in 2016, Jimmy Butler made history by scoring 40 points in a single half. This incredible feat broke Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls record for most points in a half. Butler’s performance was pivotal in leading the Bulls to a narrow 115-113 victory over the Toronto Raptors. His sc
Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, Dorian Finney-Smith is a rising NBA star. He recently joined the Los Angeles Lakers, after playing for the Brooklyn Nets. Before this, he spent several years with the Dallas Mavericks, where he made a name for himself as a reliable "3-and-D" player. In 2023, he was part
On December 28th, high school sports were in full swing with some exciting matches. Let's dive into the highlights! In girls' hockey, Brayley Vandenberg shone brightly for Sartell-Sauk Rapids by scoring two goals against Hutchinson. The game ended 4-1. Forest Lake and Brainerd-Little Falls tied 2-2
