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Jan 05 2025SPORTS

Spartans' Shooting Woes Don't Halt Winning Streak

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

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Dec 25 2024SPORTS

Basketball Teams: How Unity & Coach Style Affect Player Commitment

Did you know that the success of a college basketball team isn't just about skill? A recent study showed that team unity can significantly boost player engagement. When players work well together, they're more committed to the game. Interestingly, the coach's leadership style plays a vital role here

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Dec 09 2024SPORTS

Kentucky’s New Faces Lead to Stunning Overtime Win

Ever heard of a college basketball team turning from scraps into champs in a single season? Well, Kentucky is making a strong case for it. This year, the Wildcats have a totally new roster, thanks to nine transfer players stepping up. None of last season’s players under John Calipari returned, so co

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Dec 06 2024SPORTS

Creighton Stuns Top-Ranked Kansas: A Major Upset in College Basketball

Imagine the excitement of an underdog story! Creighton, an unranked team, shocked the sports world by defeating No. 1 Kansas 76-63 in a stunner of a game. Pop Isaacs, the star of the night, scored an impressive 27 points, while the towering Ryan Kalkbrenner, at 7 feet 1 inch, added 17 points and 10

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Nov 27 2024SPORTS

Game-Changer Ejected: Kansas Center Kicks Duke Player, Changes Game

Imagine the heat of the moment. In a high-stakes basketball game between top-ranked Kansas and No. 11 Duke, things got heated. Kansas center Hunter Dickinson was kick-started from the game after an unexpected move. During a rebound battle, Dickinson laid a kick right at Duke's Maliq Brown's head. Th

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Basketball Battle: Pitt vs. Wisconsin in Undefeated Showdown

Sunday's Greenbrier Tip-Off championship is a big deal. Both Pitt and Wisconsin are undefeated, yet they weren't expected to be this good. Wisconsin, picked 12th in the Big Ten preseason poll, is now 6-0 with wins over Arizona and UCF. They're ranked 15th. Pitt, picked seventh in the ACC preseason p

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Nov 19 2024SPORTS

Big Ten Basketball Shines Bright in Strong Weekend Wins

The Big Ten conference has started the college basketball season with a bang, ending the weekend with five of its teams in the top 25 of the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings. The excitement kicked off on Friday night with Purdue pulling off a surprising 87-78 win over Alabama, who was ranked second

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Gonzaga vs. San Diego State: A High-Stakes Non-Conference Clash

Two powerhouse college basketball teams, Gonzaga Bulldogs (3-0) and San Diego State Aztecs (2-0), are set to face off on Monday night. Despite their impressive records, they're approaching this game from different perspectives. Gonzaga, ranked fourth, has been on a roll, crushing top teams like Bayl

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Indiana's New Players Shine in Early Season Wins

Indiana Hoosiers basketball team is off to a flying start with three wins under their belt. The secret? They've brought in some talented players from other teams. Myles Rice from Washington State and Kanaan Carlyle from Stanford are among the new faces making a big impact. Together with Oumar Ballo

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Oct 14 2024SPORTS

Top College Basketball Stars for 2024-25: SEC and Big East Lead the Way

The college basketball season is just around the corner, and it's time to look at some of the top players. This year, the SEC and Big East conferences are leading the pack with their talented rosters. Mark Sears from Alabama is one of the standouts, voted as a First Team Preseason All-American. Sear

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