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Kentucky Seeks Sweet 16 Edge as Iowa State Faces Jefferson Injury Question in Round of 32
sports19 days ago

Kentucky Seeks Sweet 16 Edge as Iowa State Faces Jefferson Injury Question in Round of 32

Kentucky, a 7-seed, takes on 2-seed Iowa State in the NCAA Round of 32, with Iowa State star Joshua Jefferson’s ankle sprain casting uncertainty over the Cyclones’ lineup. Kentucky aims to carry momentum from Friday’s win over Santa Clara, while Iowa State’s stout defense—holding opponents to about 65.4 points per game—presents a tough test. Tip-off is 2:45 PM ET on CBS, and a win would send Kentucky to the Sweet 16 in Chicago.

SMU hopeful BJ Edwards could return if they advance past First Four
sports23 days ago

SMU hopeful BJ Edwards could return if they advance past First Four

SMU will miss BJ Edwards in its NCAA Tournament opener vs Miami (OH) due to an ankle injury, but the team is hopeful he can return if SMU advances beyond the First Four; Corey Washington will play after being questionable. Edwards averages 12.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists; he hasn’t played since Feb. 25, and SMU is 1-5 without him. Coach Andy Enfield said they’ll do what’s best for the student-athlete. The winner faces Tennessee in Philadelphia in the Round of 64; tip-off is at 9:15 p.m. ET.

Berríos to See Specialist After Elbow Inflammation, Jays Face Rotation Crunch
sports28 days ago

Berríos to See Specialist After Elbow Inflammation, Jays Face Rotation Crunch

Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos is visiting a specialist for elbow inflammation detected in a World Baseball Classic physical. An MRI showed no structural damage, but he’ll consult Dr. Keith Meister next Tuesday and won’t throw in the interim. There’s no pain reported, and a quick return is possible, but the situation adds to Toronto’s rotation questions behind Cease, Gausman, Yesavage, Ponce, Scherzer, Lauer, and Bieber’s pending status. If Berríos needs an IL stint to start the season, the Jays’ starting mix could shift further, though they’ll benefit from depth if everyone is healthy.

Tar Heels’ Frontcourt Question Mark Ahead of Syracuse Showdown
college-basketball1 month ago

Tar Heels’ Frontcourt Question Mark Ahead of Syracuse Showdown

UNC center Henri Veesaar is questionable for Saturday’s road game at Syracuse after a lower-extremity injury, with coach Hubert Davis saying he’s improving but limited in practice; he hasn’t played since the Miami game, while UNC also contends with other frontcourt injuries and absences, leaving Jarin Stevenson and Zayden High to share the workload as UNC seeks to rebound in ACC play.

Tar Heels' Veesaar Remains Day-to-Day Ahead of Return
sports1 month ago

Tar Heels' Veesaar Remains Day-to-Day Ahead of Return

UNC center Henri Veesaar remains day-to-day as he recovers from a lower-extremity issue and illness, with coach Hubert Davis saying he’s improving each day but still held out of practice and ruled out for Tuesday’s loss to NC State; the Arizona transfer is UNC’s second-leading scorer and a key contributor (16.4 ppg, 9.0 rpg, 44.8% 3PT) with 13 double-doubles this season, and the team willwait for an update Friday ahead of Saturday’s game against Syracuse.

Seahawks rookie Nick Emmanwori injures ankle ahead of Super Bowl showdown
sports2 months ago

Seahawks rookie Nick Emmanwori injures ankle ahead of Super Bowl showdown

Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori sprained his ankle during San Jose practice while Seattle prepared for the Super Bowl against New England; he walked off on his own, underwent evaluation and participated in a walkthrough, with coaches saying he should be ready for Sunday but that the team will be cautious. Emmanwori appeared in 14 regular-season games and has contributed in the playoffs.