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Reeling Pistons look to regain confidence against Jazz (Jan 24, 2018)

The Detroit Pistons seemed like one of the NBA’s most improved teams during the early going. Since New Year’s Day, the Pistons have played like a team bound for the lottery again.

Northwestern rallies past Minnesota 77-69 for season sweep (Jan 23, 2018)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Bryant McIntosh and Vic Law scored 18 points apiece for Northwestern, leading a spirited comeback from a 10-point deficit in the first half to beat reeling Minnesota 77-69 on Tuesday night.

HIGHLIGHTS: No. 12 Oklahoma's late surge pushes them past No. 5 Kansas 85-80

HIGHLIGHTS: No. 12 Oklahoma’s late surge pushes them past No. 5 Kansas 85-80

Konecny scores in OT, lifts Flyers to 3-2 win over Red Wings (Jan 23, 2018)

DETROIT (AP) Travis Konecny scored 27 seconds into overtime, lifting the Philadelphia Flyers to a 3-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night.

No. 1 Villanova cruises to 89-69 win against Providence

PHILADELPHIA (AP) Eric Paschall scored 17 points to lead No. 1 Villanova to an 89-69 victory against Providence on Tuesday night.

Young's 26 help No. 12 Oklahoma top No. 5 Kansas 85-80

Young’s 26 help No. 12 Oklahoma top No. 5 Kansas 85-80

Marchand has goal, assist for Bruins in 3-2 win over Devils (Jan 23, 2018)

BOSTON (AP) Brad Marchand had a goal and an assist, and the Boston Bruins continued surging toward the All-Star break with a 3-2 victory over the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.

Allen's first practice 'a little ugly,' but he embraces challenge of earning top pick

Mike Triplett ESPN Staff Writer Close Covered Saints for eight years at New Orleans Times-Picayune Previously covered LSU football, San Francisco 49ers Iowa native and University of Iowa graduate Follow on Twitter MOBILE, Ala. – Josh Allen’s quest to become the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft started

Josh Allen only reinforcing the NFL skeptics

On a day of generally uninspiring quarterbacking at the Senior Bowl, Allen’s first on-field impression left a lot to be desired. And he knew it.

NFL Myths: Forget the clichés, offensive lineman might be the smartest players in the locker room

There are many myths about what happens inside and outside the locker rooms in the NFL. As Super Bowl LII approaches, The Times will examine some of these assumptions over the next five days. Today: Offensive linemen are nothing but oversize human brutes.

Vikings' Zimmer has pivotal offseason pieces to put together

Mike Zimmer has Minnesota set up to sustain success but the items on his to-do list are major issues

No. 5 Jayhawks fail to slow No. 12 Sooners' Young, lose 85-80

Trae Young had 26 points and nine assists, and No. 12 Oklahoma rallied to beat No. 5 Kansas 85-80 on Tuesday night.

No. 14 Texas Tech has big rally to beat Oklahoma State 75-70 (Jan 23, 2018)

LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) Keenan Evans scored 22 of his 26 points after halftime, and No. 14 Texas Tech rallied from a 15-point deficit to beat Oklahoma State 75-70 on Tuesday night and avoid a third straight loss.

The top 5 players the Cowboys regret passing on in 2011 draft, including several defensive studs

The Cowboys, like everyone else, live with regret. We take a look at the players they probably wish they hadn’t passed on in recent drafts. Here is the 2011 edition of lament: 5. Chris Harris Jr., CB — Kansas Undrafted Every team passed on the Broncos cornerback in the 2011 draft. And Harris has

Young's 26 help No. 12 Oklahoma top No. 5 Kansas 85-80 (Jan 23, 2018)

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) Trae Young had 26 points and nine assists, and No. 12 Oklahoma rallied to beat No. 5 Kansas 85-80 on Tuesday night.

Tom Brady Or Bill Belichick? Ty Law Reveals Who's More Important To Patriots' Success

Tom Brady and Bill Belichick are preparing to play in their eighth Super Bowl together when the New England Patriots face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII on Feb. 4. The legendary quarterback/coach combination has had an unprecedented run of success, but recent reports have suggested there is

Magic never quite able to pull fully away from Kings

FOX Sports Florida’s Dante Marchitelli and Brian Hill examine the Orlando Magic’s shortcomings after their home loss to the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

No. 19 Auburn faces Missouri in battle of Tigers (Jan 24, 2018)

Auburn coach Bruce Pearl is a little worried.

2016 champion Kerber advances to Australian Open semifinals

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) Angelique Kerber is through to the Australian Open semifinals after a commanding 6-1, 6-2 win over Madison Keys.

Serena Williams returning to competition for US Fed Cup team

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (AP) The U.S. Tennis Association says Serena Williams will return to competition for the first time in more than a year at the country’s Fed Cup matches against the Netherlands next month.

NAmerica touts 'risk averse' World Cup bid amid Trump issues

LONDON (AP) With barely four months until FIFA votes on the 2026 World Cup host, Morocco got around to launching its bid on Tuesday.

Timberwolves' Butler, Towns named NBA All-Star reserves

Jimmy Butler and Karl-Anthony Towns were named NBA Western Conference All-Stars

New Cardinals coach Steve Wilks: 'You guys made the right decision'

Keim, Bidwill cite leadership skills of former Carolina defensive coordinator

Oladipo gets well-deserved invite to the NBA All-Star Game

Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo got a well-deserved invite on Tuesday to the 2018 NBA All-Star Game.

Mayfield, Allen embracing scrutiny at Senior Bowl

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) Baker Mayfield and Josh Allen are getting plenty of looks from the pros this week.

Confident Steve Wilks takes over as Cardinals coach

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) Steve Wilks took over as head coach of the Arizona Cardinals saying he was humbled by the job but exhibiting an abundance of confidence that he can do it well.

Manfred, Clark meet over pitch clocks, mound visit limits

NEW YORK (AP) Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred and players’ association head Tony Clark met Tuesday, five days after the union rejected Major League Baseball’s proposal to institute pitch clocks and limits on mound visits.

Florida reportedly allows 4 suspended players to rejoin team activities

A person familiar with the situation says four Florida players suspended last season amid felony fraud charges have rejoined team activities.

Heat guard Dion Waiters has successful ankle surgery, ruled out for remained of season

Dion Waiters has appeared in 30 games (all starts) with the HEAT this season averaging 14.3 points, 3.8 assists and 2.6 rebounds in 30.6 minutes of action.

Ex-Nebraska women's coach Connie Yori joins Creighton staff

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) Former Nebraska coach Connie Yori is returning to women’s basketball as a member of the Creighton staff.