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N. Fla. looks to extend streak vs Stetson

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North Florida (8-13, 6-5) vs. Stetson (9-13, 6-9) Edmunds Center, DeLand, Florida; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: North Florida looks for its ninth straight win in the head-to-head series over Stetson. North Florida has won by an average of 12 points in its last eight wins over the Hatters. Stetson’s last win in the series came on Jan. 28,…

No. 4 Ohio State looks for home win vs No. 9 Iowa

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No. 9 Iowa (17-7, 11-6) vs. No. 4 Ohio State (18-6, 12-6) Value City Arena, Columbus, Ohio; Sunday, 4 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 4 Ohio State looks for its fourth straight win over No. 9 Iowa at Value City Arena. The last victory for the Hawkeyes at Ohio State was a 71-65 win on Dec. 30, 2014. VETERAN PRESENCE:…

No. 12 Houston looks to extend streak vs USF

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South Florida (8-9, 4-7) vs. No. 12 Houston (19-3, 12-3) Fertitta Center, Houston; Sunday, 4 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 12 Houston looks for its ninth straight win in the head-to-head series over South Florida. In its last eight wins against the Bulls, Houston has won by an average of 15 points. South Florida’s last win in the series came…

Update on the latest sports

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NBA-NEWS Virus sidelines 6 Raptors coaches for Rockets game UNDATED (AP) — The Toronto Raptors say six members of their coaching staff, including head coach Nick Nurse, will miss Friday’s game against Houston. The team says the decision is in keeping with the league’s health and safety protocols regarding the coronavirus. Coaches, like players, are tested daily for coronavirus. There…

The Latest: Sharks back at practice, play Sat night vs Blues

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The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: The San Jose Sharks have returned to practice and are set to play the St. Louis Blues as scheduled on Saturday night after having one game postponed because a player tested positive for the coronavirus. Tomas Hertl was placed on the COVID-19 list on Wednesday, leading…

Memphis looks to extend streak vs Cincy

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Memphis (13-6, 9-3) vs. Cincinnati (8-8, 6-5) Fifth Third Arena, Cincinnati; Sunday, 1 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Memphis looks for its fifth straight conference win against Cincinnati. Memphis’ last AAC loss came against the SMU Mustangs 67-65 on Jan. 28. Cincinnati is coming off a 70-69 road win over Tulsa in its most recent game. TEAM LEADERS: Cincinnati’s Keith Williams…

Norfolk State battles St. Mary’s (MD)

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St. Mary’s (MD) vs. Norfolk State (13-7) Echols Hall, Norfolk, Virginia; Sunday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Norfolk State Spartans are set to battle the Seahawks of Division III St. Mary’s (MD). Norfolk State is coming off an 86-55 win at home over Delaware State in its most recent game. TEAM LEADERS: Devante Carter has averaged 15.8 points and…

Maryland looks to extend streak vs Michigan State

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Michigan State (13-9, 7-9) vs. Maryland (14-10, 8-9) Xfinity Center, College Park, Maryland; Sunday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Maryland looks for its fifth straight conference win against Michigan State. Maryland’s last Big Ten loss came against the Ohio State Buckeyes 73-65 on Feb. 8. Michigan State is coming off a big 71-67 win on Thursday over No. 4 Ohio…

Dayton looks to extend streak vs SBU

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Dayton (12-8, 8-7) vs. Saint Bonaventure (12-3, 10-3) Reilly Center, St. Bonaventure, New York; Sunday, 12 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Dayton looks for its sixth straight win in the head-to-head series over Saint Bonaventure. Dayton has won by an average of 12 points in its last five wins over the Bonnies. Saint Bonaventure’s last win in the series came on…

Butler faces tough test vs No. 8 Nova

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No. 8 Villanova (15-3, 10-2) vs. Butler (8-13, 7-11) Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis; Sunday, 12 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 8 Villanova presents a tough challenge for Butler. Butler has won one of its two games against ranked opponents this season. Villanova easily beat St. John’s by 23 on Tuesday. TALE OF TWO ROSTERS: Villanova has been fueled by senior leadership…