Monthly Archives: December 2024

ACC men’s basketball power rankings: Duke, Pitt continue to lead the way

[ad_1] It’s a time of change in the ACC with the fall semester over, the holidays in full swing and three new members officially getting welcomed to their new home with in-conference matchups. As the new year approaches, here’s where the ACC’s 18 men’s basketball programs stand: (These rankings take into account games through Thursday, Dec. 26) REQUIRED READING: Will …

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Hawaii basketball team defeats Oakland 73-70

[ad_1] JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO @STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii forward Gytis Nemeiksa drove past Oakland guard Isaiah Jones during Wednesday’s third-place game at the Diamond Head Classic at the Stan Sheriff Center. Nemeiksa led Hawaii with 25 points in the overtime win and blocked Jones’ shot to end the game. 1 /3 JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO @STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii forward Gytis Nemeiksa drove …

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Changes have taken the bounce out of college basketball

[ad_1] This backboard gets broken by a Texas Tech basketball player. While the college basketball game isn’t completely broken, there are those who believe it is in need of repair. | Doug Mills, Associated Press “They’re going to have to change something. It’s gotten out of hand …” — Jeff Judkins, former University of Utah All-American, former NBA player, former …

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Which concerns are real for Celtics amid their first losing streak?

[ad_1] Which concerns are real for Celtics amid their first losing streak? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The Boston Celtics have so rarely lost consecutive games over the past 14 months that the first losing streak of the 2024-25 season probably registers higher on the concern meter than it should. Still, there’s no denying that the Celtics, losers of …

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Longtime Miami men’s basketball coach Jim Larrañaga reportedly to step down

[ad_1] Jim Larrañaga is in his 14th season at Miami. (Photo by Samuel Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Miami men’s basketball coach Jim Larrañaga’s time with the Hurricanes appears to be nearing the end. According to the Miami Herald, Larrañaga, 75, is expected to step down and an announcement could come as soon as Thursday afternoon. Per ESPN, the interim …

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NBA trade season: Breaking down the Pacific Division landscape

[ad_1] Midseason is quickly approaching, forcing teams to take serious stock of their rosters and direction. The decisions to be made, right or wrong, fuel NBA fan interest, as the league’s transaction game remains an area of significant attention. As such, let’s take a look at how teams from the Pacific Division should approach the Feb. 6 trade deadline. Previous …

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Jim Larrañaga stepping down at Miami, Bill Courtney to take over, AP source says

[ad_1] CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jim Larrañaga is stepping down as Miami’s men’s basketball coach effective immediately, a person with knowledge of the decision said Thursday. The 75-year-old Larrañaga will be replaced by associate head coach Bill Courtney — one of Larrañaga’s best friends for the past three decades or so — for the remainder of the season, the …

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Why Warriors’ second-unit puzzle will be difficult to solve

[ad_1] Why Warriors’ second-unit puzzle will be difficult to solve originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The Warriors have reached the team-meeting stage, so the rhythmic reggae sounds that carried them deep into November have been replaced by horns, alarms and piercing sirens. They’re at cliff’s edge, and that didn’t happen in a day. Or even a week. It …

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Fantasy Basketball: Victor Wembanyama delivers historic night and more NBA Christmas Day takeaways

[ad_1] Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all! This year’s Christmas slate gave us plenty of action with clutch moments and dominant performances. As LeBron James stated, “I love the NFL, but Christmas is our day.” That was my sentiment, too — especially after all the noise about the NBA and its dying and unappealing product. Here are three takeaways …

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Kansas basketball vs West Virginia: Best prices of available seats for Big 12 opener

[ad_1] LAWRENCE — Kansas basketball will play its Big 12 Conference opener on Dec. 31 at home against West Virginia. The No. 7 Jayhawks (9-2) have yet to lose this season inside Allen Fieldhouse. The Mountaineers (9-2) are thriving with first-year head coach Darian DeVries. It’s a matchup between a preseason Big 12 favorite and another league squad that could …

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Embiid trolls Celtics after Caleb Martin’s scoring outburst for Sixers

[ad_1] Embiid trolls Celtics after Caleb Martin’s scoring outburst for Sixers originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The ghost of Eastern Conference Finals past haunted the Boston Celtics on Christmas Day. The Philadelphia 76ers handed the Celtics their second consecutive loss Wednesday at TD Garden thanks in part to a breakout performance from Caleb Martin, who made 7 of 9 …

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NBA 360 | Kobe Bryant’s Last Game

[ad_1] Watch Kobe Bryant’s final farewell as a player in 360 as he says goodbye to his adoring fans at Staples Center. Be sure to check … [ad_2] Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydBKIXWXxsk Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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WILD ENDINGS from #NBAXmas 2024! 🎄 | December 25, 2024

[ad_1] Never miss a moment with the latest news, trending stories and highlights to bring you closer to your favorite players and teams. [ad_2] Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djw7ZZwCT2E Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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