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Christine Williamson to lead ESPN's women's basketball coverage, replacing Elle Duncan
Christine Williamson has been with ESPN since 2019. Bryan Steffy / Getty Images Christine Williamson will be the lead host for ESPN's women's basketball coverage as the replacement for Elle Duncan, the network announced Thursday in a news release.
A strange college basketball stat that might offer a glimpse of who'll win the NCAA title
Sorry to interrupt Notre Dame's ongoing crashout over (deservedly) missing the College Football Playoff, but we've got hoops to dissect. Specifically, one of my favorite stats in the sport. I'm not sure who deserves credit for discovering this…
These basketball courts double as a hidden flood defense
They look like ordinary basketball courts. But two new courts built next to public housing in New York City double as flood prevention. In a sudden flash flood—when the city's aging sewer system can easily become overwhelmed and streets can…
How to bet on college basketball at a Missouri sportsbook
With Missouri sports betting off and running in December 2025, college basketball begins to move into center stage amongst the sports betting landscape. There are six Division I programs in Missouri: Missouri, Missouri State, St. Louis…
Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers bring a youth movement to USA Basketball camp
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... DURHAM, N.C. — There's a youth movement at USA Basketball camp this weekend with young WNBA players Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers making their debuts with the national team. They've…
These Are the Areas UNC Basketball Must Improve In
Through nine games, the North Carolina Tar Heels have compiled an 8-1 record, which includes wins over the Kansas Jayhawks, Kentucky Wildcats, and Georgetown Hoyas. It has certainly been an impressive start to the season for the Tar Heels, but this…
Top Minnesota high school basketball event canceled this weekend due to safety concerns
EDINA, Minn. — One of the premier high school basketball events of the year in Minnesota has been called off this weekend after the host district, Edina, said it could not guarantee a safe event for the 34 boys' teams involved. The Breakdown…
Duke Basketball Continues to Get Disrespected
The Duke Blue Devils are off to one of the best starts, if not the best start, of any team this season in College Basketball. They are playing some of the best and beating them. That is something head coach Jon Scheyer challenged his team to do…
How to bet college basketball in Missouri: What you can and cannot wager on in the Show Me State
This college basketball season is just getting started, but it is especially notable because Missouri residents can wager on games for the first time following the state's official launch of online sports betting. Let's preview the games on the…
Duke Basketball Signee Silences 'Overrated' Chants
'Overrated' chants from opposing crowds just come with the territory of being a future Duke basketball player. As with many former Blue Devil signees, St. Mary's Catholic High School (Ariz.) forward Cameron Williams appears to have a knack for…
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Jelly Roll's Son Noah Buddy, 9, Steps Out for Rare Outing with Dad as They Sit Courtside at College Basketball Game
Jelly Roll recently had a fun father-son outing The rapper and singer sat courtside with his son Noah Buddy, 9, in a rare public outing as the two enjoyed the Tennessee Volunteers vs. Illinois Fighting Illini's game in Nashville The proud dad is…
Michigan State Women's Basketball Eyes Bounce-Back Performance
Michigan State women's basketball is coming off a tough road loss this past weekend against Wisconsin. In a game where the Spartans were trying to keep their undefeated season alive, their fast-paced offense was shut down as the Badgers played…
Strong start has UCF basketball on right path as Big 12 play nears
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... UCF men's basketball is off to its best start in years with an impressive 8-1 record, something the Knights haven't achieved since they went 14-0 during the 2010-11 season. While coach Johnny Dawkins is…
College basketball grades: Duke, North Carolina, Michigan headline top frontcourts
College basketball is in its supersized era. This season is shaping up to feature the tallest iteration of the sport with jumbo lineups in places like Florida, Michigan, Arizona, Duke and Illinois here to stay. According to KenPom, there are 94…
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Blue Ivy, 13, Is the Spitting Image of Mom Beyoncé as She's Pictured Courtside During Basketball Outing with Dad Jay-Z
Blue Ivy Carter and Jay-Z enjoyed a father-daughter date this week as they were pictured courtside at a Los Angeles Lakers game together Blue Ivy, 13, was the spitting image of her mom, Beyoncé, as she watched the Lakers take on the San…
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