Briefing: Big Ten asks NCAA to pause tampering inquiries
Strategic angle: The Big Ten sent a letter to the NCAA asking the organization to suspend investigations and enforcement related to tampering, and modernize its rules.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
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Briefing: NBA Power Rankings: Thunder, Spurs rule the West, Celtics rise
Strategic angle: The NBA playoffs are near. Which teams are best positioned for the homestretch of the regular season?
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: How the schedule could impact three key NBA playoff races
Strategic angle: With so many teams tanking, some playoff-bound teams could capitalize on easy schedules down the stretch.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Hurley out after 11 seasons at Arizona State
Strategic angle: Arizona State will not renew the contract of men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley following a disappointing tournament exit.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'
Strategic angle: WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons LB James Pearce Jr., citing fears for her life.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Celtics' Brown ejected, then takes to social media
Strategic angle: Celtics guard Jaylen Brown was ejected in the second quarter of Tuesday's matchup at the Spurs after officials whistled him for back-to-back technical fouls.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Sources: Doncic in custody battle for daughters
Strategic angle: Lakers star Luka Dončić has separated from his fiancée and is in a custody battle over their two daughters.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Warriors' Curry out 10 more days with knee issue
Strategic angle: The Golden State Warriors have ruled out star guard Stephen Curry for another 10 days with a persistent right knee issue.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
GA Tech fires Stoudamire after last-place finish
Georgia Tech has fired men's basketball coach Damon Stoudamire, ending his tenure at the school after three seasons.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: LeBron sits out 3rd straight as Lakers beat Wolves
Strategic angle: Lakers star LeBron James remained out Tuesday night against the Timberwolves due to injuries.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: 🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?
Strategic angle: Could a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Hofstra, again led by Claxton, returns to tourney
Strategic angle: Hofstra is returning to the NCAA tournament for the first time in 25 years after defeating Monmouth 75-69 for the Coastal Athletic Association tournament championship.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: NCAA to Monitor Tournament Officials for Betting with New Tech
Strategic angle: The NCAA introduces ProhiBet to oversee referees in basketball, baseball, and softball tournaments amid betting concerns.
Editorial Staff Mar 10
NCAA Women's Tournament Seeding: Strategic Implications of Recent Changes
The latest seeding updates for the NCAA women's tournament reveal strategic positioning, with Texas at No. 3 and Duke at No. 2, affecting potential matchups.
Editorial Staff Mar 9
Boston College's Coaching Change: A Strategic Move Amidst Underperformance
Boston College's decision to part ways with Earl Grant after five seasons highlights the institution's intent to recalibrate its basketball program.
Editorial Staff Mar 8
Strategic questions surrounding top freshmen in the 2026 NBA draft
The 2026 NBA draft raises pivotal questions about nine leading freshmen, including Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson, with potential downstream impact on franchise planning.
Editorial Staff Mar 6
Warriors Confront Future Challenges Amid Porzingis' Health Issues
The Warriors face a pivotal moment as Kristaps Porzingis, acquired in February, is sidelined by an undisclosed illness. This situation could reshape their strategic outlook.
Editorial Staff Mar 6