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Clara Strack scores career-high 33 points lifting No. 18 Kentucky over Arkansas 93-73
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Clara Strack had 33 points and 15 rebounds, Teonni Key also had a double-double, and No. 18 Kentucky defeated Arkansas 93-73 on Sunday to snap a three-game losing streak. Kentucky led by only six points at halftime and it was 60-49 heading to the fourth quarter. The Wildcats outscored the Razorbacks ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brumbaugh’s layup in the closing seconds helps Tulane beat Memphis 78-76, snap 5-game skid
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Rowan Brumbaugh made the go-ahead layup with with seven seconds left and finished with 27 points to help Tulane beat Memphis 78-76 on Sunday and snap a five-game skid. Brumbaugh shot 8 for 13 (3 for 7 from 3-point range) and 8 of 10 from the free-throw line for the Green ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fletcher Loyer scores 29 points and No. 12 Purdue ends a three-game skid with win over Maryland
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith gave No. 12 Purdue a commanding lead with an early 3-point barrage, and the Boilermakers snapped a three-game losing streak with a 93-63 victory over Maryland on Sunday. Loyer scored 21 of his 29 points in the first half, when he Smith went a combined ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Keaton Wagler scores 28, leads No. 9 Illinois to 11th straight win, 78-69 over No. 5 Nebraska
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Keaton Wagler scored 28 points and No. 9 Illinois won its 11th straight game, beating No. 5 Nebraska 78-69 on Sunday in the first matchup of top-10 teams the Cornhuskers have hosted. The Fighting Illini (19-3, 10-1 Big Ten), who haven’t lost since falling 83-80 at home to Nebraska on Dec. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rose sets scoring record, becomes first wire-to-wire winner at Torrey Pines since 1955
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Justin Rose became the first wire-to-wire winner at Torrey Pines in 71 years, starting with a six-shot lead and never letting anyone get any closer to him Sunday as he closed with a 2-under 70 to win the Farmers Insurance Open. Rose opened with a 62 on the North course at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mikayla Blakes scores 30 in No. 18 Vanderbilt’s comeback win over Florida
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mikayla Blakes scored 30 points and No. 5 Vanderbilt staged a third-quarter comeback to beat Florida 82-66 on Sunday. The Commodores scored a season-low 10 points in the first quarter and went into halftime down 35-25 after shooting just 32% from the floor. Blakes had just six points. It was the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rose sets scoring record in wire-to-wire Torrey Pines romp. Korda wins wind-shortened LPGA opener
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Justin Rose became the first wire-to-wire winner at Torrey Pines in 71 years, starting with a six-shot lead and never letting anyone get any closer to him Sunday as he closed with a 2-under 70 to win the Farmers Insurance Open. Rose opened with a 62 on the North course at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LeBron’s All-Star streak at 22 years. Duren, Powell, Johnson, Murray, Holmgren, Avdija 1st-timers
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LeBron James is an All-Star again, extending his record streak of selections. James was a pick for the 22nd consecutive year, one of 14 players who were announced Sunday as reserves for the Feb. 15 midseason showcase that’ll take place at the Los Angeles Clippers’ arena in Inglewood, California. James is the All-Star record holder ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Raptors’ Scottie Barnes named Eastern Conference all-star reserve
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes has been named an all-star reserve. The 24-year-old was named as one of seven reserves from the Eastern Conference on Sunday. Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell, Atlanta forward Jalen Johnson, New York centre Karl-Anthony Towns, Indiana forward Pascal Siakam, Miami guard Norman Powell and Detroit centre Jalen Duren were also named ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Angela Dugalic shines as No. 2 UCLA cruises past No. 8 Iowa, extends win streak to 15
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Angela Dugalic scored a season-high 22 points and had a career-high five steals as No. 2 UCLA extended its winning streak to 15 with an 88-65 victory over No. 8 Iowa on Sunday. Kiki Rice had 17 points and seven assists and Lauren Betts scored 16 points as the Bruins (21-1, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LeBron James selected to NBA All-Star Game for 22nd consecutive year, extending record
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — LeBron James selected to NBA All-Star Game for 22nd consecutive year, extending record. The Associated Press... Read More »
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