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forbes.com - A.J. Herrington - US Basketball Player With Crohn's Fears Dying In Indonesian Prison
US Basketball Player With Crohn's Fears Dying In Indonesian Prison
Forbes

Crohn's patient and American basketball player Jarred Shaw is serving a 26-month sentence in an Indonesian prison for a drug possession conviction over cannabis gummies he used to treat his condition. Photo by COURTSHUTTER provided by Shaw's…

nytimes.com - The Athletic Staff - Duke, Virginia set for ACC showdown and an Indiana no-call: College basketball thoughts
Duke, Virginia set for ACC showdown and an Indiana no-call: College basketball thoughts
The New York Times

The two best teams in the ACC showed it on Tuesday night. Coming off a massive win over then-No. 1 Michigan, Duke breezed through a trip to South Bend, dominating Notre Dame from the opening tip en route to a 100-56 thrashing. Unsurprisingly, Cam…

nytimes.com - Justin Williams - Which college basketball player do you want taking the final shot? Hoops mailbag
Which college basketball player do you want taking the final shot? Hoops mailbag
The New York Times

By the end of this week, it will be March. Which means it's certainly not too early to play out an NCAA Tournament hypothetical. That's where this week's mailbag starts … (Note: Submitted questions have been edited for clarity and length.)…

nytimes.com - Jim Root - Men's college basketball's freshman class looks better - and deeper - than any in recent history
Men's college basketball's freshman class looks better - and deeper - than any in recent history
The New York Times

College basketball was supposed to see a dip in talent this year. Along with losing two full classes — traditional seniors, and the final group of players with an extra year of eligibility because of COVID-19 — the sport also waved…

espn.com - Jeff Borzello - The 2026 men's college basketball coaching carousel guide
The 2026 men's college basketball coaching carousel guide
ESPN

'Is this going to be a busy cycle?' It's the question most asked of industry insiders around this time every year, as athletic directors, coaches, search firms and agents gear up for the college basketball coaching carousel. Normally, it's easy to…

scientificamerican.com - Joseph Howlett - The surprising new physics of squeaky basketball shoes
The surprising new physics of squeaky basketball shoes
Scientific American

March madness is right around the corner. The NBA is fresh off the all-star break, with the playoffs on the horizon. The women's three-on-three “Unrivaled” playoffs are this weekend—and Angel Reese is back ! So turn on your TV…

independent.co.uk - Adithi Ramakrishnan - Researchers discover the complex reason basketball shoes are so squeaky
Researchers discover the complex reason basketball shoes are so squeaky
The Independent

The distinctive squeak of basketball shoes on court, a sound as integral to the game as the swish of the net, has finally been scientifically explained by researchers at Harvard University. The ubiquitous noise, which caught the ear of materials…

castanet.net - The Canadian Press - The surprising complexity behind the squeak of basketball shoes on hardwood floors
The surprising complexity behind the squeak of basketball shoes on hardwood floors
Castanet.net

As he watched the Boston Celtics play from the stands of TD Garden, one noise kept catching Adel Djellouli's ear. “This squeaking sound when players are sliding on the floor is omnipresent,” he said. “It's always there…

fastcompany.com - Robert Safian - Unrivaled wants to change women's basketball. Its commissioner explains how
Unrivaled wants to change women's basketball. Its commissioner explains how
Fast Company

Women's sports continue to thrive. Record-breaking WNBA viewership, a flood of new brand investment, and now Unrivaled: the women's basketball league built by players, for players. Commissioner Micky Lawler pulls back the curtain on what it really…

espn.com - Eric Moody - Fantasy basketball fast break: Zion's new-found durability, and players to watch on Clippers, Kings, Jazz
Fantasy basketball fast break: Zion's new-found durability, and players to watch on Clippers, Kings, Jazz
ESPN

February has become the month where streaks turn into statements, and right now no team is making a louder one than the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs extended their winning streak to nine games Monday night with a dominant victory over Detroit…

winnipegfreepress.com - Adithi Ramakrishnan, The Associated Press - The surprising complexity behind the squeak of basketball shoes on hardwood floors
The surprising complexity behind the squeak of basketball shoes on hardwood floors
Winnipeg Free Press

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nypost.com - Malik Smith - Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for college basketball futures
Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for college basketball futures
New York Post

Kalshi, one of the leading prediction platforms in the country, is exploding in popularity and giving new users an incentive to sign up with the Kalshi promo code NYPMAX. With the Kalshi promo code NYPMAX, users can trade $10 and get $10 on the…

dailyiowan.com - Matt McGowan - Iowa women's basketball notebook | Scouting Illinois, return of former Hawkeye Aaliyah Guyton
Iowa women's basketball notebook | Scouting Illinois, return of former Hawkeye Aaliyah Guyton
The Daily Iowan

Iowa controls its own destiny. While still one spot behind Michigan in the latest Associated Press Poll, Iowa's commanding 62-44 win over the Wolverines on Feb. 22 cemented the Hawkeyes with sole possession of second place in the Big Ten. Win out…

nypost.com - Erich Richter - St. John's vs. UConn odds, prediction: College basketball picks, best bet Wednesday
St. John's vs. UConn odds, prediction: College basketball picks, best bet Wednesday
New York Post

The battle for the Big East takes centerstage Wednesday. No. 15 St. John's faces off against No. 6 UConn Huskies on Wednesday in a big game with massive conference tournament implications. Though Wednesday's game is another measuring-stick spot…

covers.com - Florida vs Texas Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
Florida vs Texas Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
Covers

Shawn Krest's college basketball betting picks are calling for an authoritative Gators victory over the Longhorns tonight. Shawn Krest • Betting Analyst EXPERT PICK - SPREAD Florida -6.0 (-116) Photo By - Reuters Connect. Florida Gators…

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