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…
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 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 (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…
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…
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 (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…
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…
MLB-NEWS Braves extend manager Brian Snitker through at least 2023 UNDATED (AP) — Coming off a third straight NL East title and within one win of a spot in the World Series, the Atlanta Braves have extended the contract of manager Brian Snitker through the 2023 season. The extension announced Friday includes a club option for 2024. The 65-year-old Snitker…
NBA-SCHEDULE Nets get eighth straight win UNDATED (AP) — The Nets now have their longest winning streak since the franchise moved from New Jersey to Brooklyn. Kyrie Irving had 27 points and nine assists in the Nets’ eighth consecutive win, a 129-92 dismantling of the Magic. Landry Shamet added 19 points and nine rebounds for the Nets, who blew open…
