** Georgetown Hoyas Host St. Francis Red Flash in NCAA Basketball Matchup
The Georgetown Hoyas, currently 3-1, will face the St. Francis Red Flash, who are 2-4, at Capital One Arena on Saturday. The two teams have recently posted comfortable wins, with Georgetown steamrolling past Mt St Mary's 79-51 and St. Francis blowing past Penn State-Schuylkill 96-57.
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** Warriors' Wiggins shines in NBA Cup win over Pelicans, scoring season-high 30 points. Curry and Green also perform well, but bench struggles with inconsistent shooting.
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Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/learned-wiggins-fuels-warriors-nba-033436016.html
The Arkansas Razorbacks (3-1) are set to face off against the Little Rock Trojans (3-2) in a NCAA basketball game on Friday at 9:00 p.m. ET. The Razorbacks lead by 18 points with one half left, and their defense has allowed only 63.2 points per game this season. In their previous matchup, Arkansas won 93-78. The Trojans, led by Johnathan Lawson's 23 points and Mwani Wilkinson's near-double-double, have been on a roll with back-to-back victories.
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Weber State Wildcats face off against UC Irvine Anteaters in a crucial NCAA basketball matchup. The Anteaters, riding a four-game winning streak, lead the Wildcats 37-33 at halftime. Weber State seeks to spoil UC Irvine's momentum after three consecutive losses of their own.
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Sixers Secure Victory with Strong Performance from McCain and Maxey
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/3-observations-mccain-maxey-lead-023103544.html
The Chicago Bulls face off against the Atlanta Hawks in a NBA matchup at the United Center, with the Bulls currently leading 99-84. This marks the Hawks' first game after their biggest loss since November 4th, where they suffered a 120-97 defeat to the Warriors.
The Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers are set to face off in a highly anticipated NBA matchup, with the Bucks currently leading 92-79. The game is scheduled for Friday at Fiserv Forum, with tip-off at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Bucks have been performing well recently, winning four of their last five matches, while the Pacers are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Rockets. According to NBA odds, the Bucks are favored by 5 points.
** The Chicago Bulls host the Atlanta Hawks in an NBA matchup on Friday, with the Bulls currently leading 99-84. The game is scheduled to start at 8:00 p.m. ET at United Center. The Hawks are seeking a turnaround after their biggest loss since November 4th, while the Bulls aim to bounce back from a recent defeat.
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The Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers are set to face off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Friday, with the Bucks favored to win by 5 points. The two teams have a history of close games, with the Pacers winning 7 out of their last 10 matchups against the Bucks. However, the Bucks have been performing well recently, winning four of their last five matches.
** Joel Embiid's knee issues continue to plague the Philadelphia 76ers, with the center missing two games due to swelling in his left knee. This is not the first time Embiid has struggled with injuries this season, and his absence will likely impact the team's struggling performance.
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Houston Rockets and Portland Trail Blazers face off in a highly anticipated NBA matchup. The Rockets, currently on a six-game win streak at home, lead the Trail Blazers 69-50 in the first half. Houston's Alperen Sengun led the charge with a double-double of 31 points and 12 rebounds against the Pacers earlier this week. Meanwhile, Portland has struggled on the road, losing three consecutive games, including a 109-99 defeat to the Thunder. The Rockets are favorites to win, but the Trail Blazers' strong performance in rebounding could give them an opportunity to turn things around.
The SMU Mustangs and Miss. State Bulldogs are set to face off in a NCAA basketball game on Friday at Moody Coliseum. The Mustangs lead 38-33 with Matt Cross and Samet Yigitoglu making key contributions. Miss. State, meanwhile, won their last game against Utah with KeShawn Murphy scoring a double-double. The game is expected to be closely contested, with SMU's home-court advantage potentially playing a role.
Australia and India are competing in their first Test match, with day two seeing Australia's batting lineup facing challenges. Starc has taken 7 wickets, while Lyon remains undefeated on the field.
** Phillies Non-Tender Austin Hays, Agree to Deals with 2, Tender Contracts to 5
The Philadelphia Phillies have non-tendered outfielder Austin Hays, making him a free agent. The decision comes after Hays suffered a hamstring strain and kidney infection in 2024, limiting his playing time. This move is part of the Phillies' offseason priorities, including outfield help and lineup improvement.
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Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/phillies-non-tender-austin-hays-011452732.html
**Milwaukee Panthers and Portland State Vikings Face Off in NCAA Basketball**
The Milwaukee Panthers will host the Portland State Vikings on Friday, with the Panthers looking to push their record over .500. The game is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena.
Portland State is seeking to bounce back from a recent loss, while Milwaukee aims to build momentum after a narrow victory over Duquesne. Both teams have shown high-scoring offenses this season, with Portland State averaging 102.7 points per game and Milwaukee averaging 82.
**Key Matchup:** Terri Miller Jr. (Portland State) vs. Kentrell Pullian (Milwaukee)
"Iowa Hawkeyes vs Utah State Aggies: The two teams, with records 5-0 and 4-0 respectively, are set to face off at T-Mobile Center. Iowa has won five consecutive games, while Utah State is seeking their sixth straight victory after an 8-game home winning streak. Both teams have shown high-scoring offense this season, averaging over 90 points per game."
Kansas State Wildcats take on George Washington Revolutionaries in NCAA Basketball matchup. The Wildcats lead 46-27 after one quarter, with Kansas State's Ugonna Onyenso and David N'Guessan leading the charge. George Washington, led by Darren Buchanan Jr., will need to turn things around quickly to avoid a loss.
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The No. 12 Duke Blue Devils and No. 17 Arizona Wildcats are set to face off in a highly anticipated matchup on Friday night, with the Wildcats favored by 1.5 points in the latest odds. The game marks the first meeting between the two teams since 1991. Both squads have impressive records so far this season, with Duke boasting three blowout wins and Arizona notching a pair of blowout victories at home before falling to Wisconsin. A college basketball model is predicting an under score, citing its accuracy in past predictions.
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** Joel Embiid will miss Sunday's game against the Clippers due to left knee swelling, marking his 12th missed game of the season. The Philadelphia 76ers are taking a cautious approach with their star center, prioritizing his health for the playoffs.
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** Reds and Royals Execute Trade, Sending Jonathan India to Kansas City in Exchange for RHP Brady Singer.
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