Pro Basketball

Charles Bediako makes immediate impact for No. 17 Alabama in his return to college basketball

Charles Bediako scored two quick baskets for No. 17 Alabama in his first college action in nearly three years against Tennessee.

Luka Doncic's emotions ease in 2nd Dallas visit as Lakers star beats his former team again

Luka Doncic walked toward the wrong locker at halftime before a quick U-turn by the Los Angeles Lakers star in his second trip to Dallas.

Luka Doncic beats the Mavericks again as Lakers rally in 4th for 116-110 victory

Luka Doncic had 33 points and 11 assists, and the Lakers erased a 15-point deficit in the final seven minutes of a 116-110 victory over the Mavericks in the star guard’s second visit to Dallas since his shocking trade to Los Angeles almost a year ago.

AJ Dybantsa scores 43 points to set a BYU freshman record as No. 13 Cougars beat Utah 91-78

AJ Dybantsa scored 43 points to break BYU’s freshman scoring record, leading the No. 13 Cougars to a 91-78 victory over Utah on Saturday.

Rick Pitino gets 900th victory as St. John's rallies for 88-83 victory over Xavier and son, Richard

St. John’s rallied from a 16-point deficit in the second half to defeat Xavier 88-83, giving Rick Pitino his 900th victory.

Rick Pitino savors reaching 900 victories as a college head coach in St. John's win over Xavier

Rick Pitino has reached a milestone with his 900th victory as a Division I men's basketball coach.

NBA postpones Timberwolves-Warriors game in Minneapolis after fatal shooting by federal officer

The NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors has been postponed following another fatal shooting by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis.

Hornets post 119-115 win over young Wizards, whose starting 5 had an average age of 20.64 years

Brandon Miller scored 21 points as the Charlotte Hornets beat Washington 119-115 Saturday, sending the Wizards to their ninth straight loss.

Grizzlies' Morant has UCL sprain and will be re-evaluated in about three weeks

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is expected to miss at least the next three weeks due to a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo expects to miss extended time after injuring his calf again

Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo thinks he will be out for an extended period after hurting his right calf again after a similar injury already caused him to miss eight games earlier this season.

NBA, ACC men, UConn women among college hoops games affected by approaching winter storm

One year after a winter storm forced postponements across major U.S. sports, another weather system is prompting a reshuffling of games this week and threatened to wreak havoc on the weekend schedule.

Former Miami Heat security officer gets 3 years in prison for selling stolen memorabilia

A former Miami Heat security officer has been sentenced to three years in federal prison and ordered to pay nearly $1.9 million in restitution for stealing hundreds of game-worn jerseys and other valuable sports memorabilia while working for the team.

No. 17 Alabama plans to play 7-footer Charles Bediako, who turned pro in 2023, against Tennessee

Alabama coach Nate Oats says 7-foot center Charles Bediako, who gave up his college eligibility in 2023 to enter the NBA draft, will play against Tennessee on Saturday.

NCAA approves uniform patches, opening up revenue possibilities for athletic departments

The NCAA unearthed another revenue stream when Division I leaders approved patches for uniforms in a move that could generate millions to fund athletic departments that are looking for new ways to pay players.

Oklahoma's Chavez earns Dawn Staley's respect with 15 points in OT to stun No. 2 South Carolina

Aaliyah Chavez shined in overtime, leading Oklahoma to a stunning 94-82 victory over No. 2 South Carolina on Thursday night.