Ex-Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn granted TRO to return to college basketball in latest eligibility ruling

Kaufman-Renn was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft earlier this summer by the Timberwolves, but he never signed a contract with them

Ex-college basketball player Kerr Kriisa admits demanding $9,000 from victim in fraud scheme

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (AP) — Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa admitted Thursday to demanding $9,000 from a victim as part of a fraud scheme.

Kentucky State's Aminata Seck freed while another college basketball player lands in ICE custody

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky State University women’s basketball player from Senegal, who was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has been released after spending two months in custody.

Alabama guard Aden Holloway begins 5-game suspension following drug arrest

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama guard Aden Holloway will miss three exhibition games and two regular-season games during a five-game suspension following his arrest on a drug charge, coach Nate Oats said Thursday.

Virginia's Thijs De Ridder and Johann Grünloh adapted quickly. That has them ready for Year 2

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Thijs De Ridder couldn't help but feel uneasy as he shifted from multiyear professional player in Europe to first-timer in American college basketball, complete with returning to the classroom.

Knicks say they are pausing contract negotiations and will focus solely on preparing for the season

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks are focused on their NBA title defense now and will worry about contract negotiations later.

Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti 'optimistic' College Football Playoff will expand from 12 to 24

ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) — Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti said Thursday he's “optimistic” the College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams during ESPN's exclusive negotiating window.

Packers tight end Tucker Kraft struggling with drops as he comes back from torn ACL

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay’s Tucker Kraft said this summer he believed he was playing as well as any tight end in the NFL before tearing his anterior cruciate ligament last season.

NFL urges the Supreme Court to rule on regulation of prediction markets

The NFL is urging the Supreme Court to rule on the regulation of prediction markets, arguing in an amicus brief filed Thursday that states — which already regulate legal sports books — are better positioned to oversee sports-related contracts “given the current landscape.”

Djokovic plans to reach out to Sinner after injury ended the No. 1 player's season

Novak Djokovic plans to reach out to Jannik Sinner after an injury ended the top-ranked player's season, saying Thursday he knows how difficult it is to come back after a lengthy layoff.

Burkina Faso facing FIFA ban as President Ibrahim Traore threatens football takeover after 7-0 Argentina humiliation

Burkina Faso are staring at a potential worldwide suspension from FIFA after military leader Ibrahim Traore threatened to seize control of the national football federation. The drastic ultimatum follows a disastrous trip to Buenos Aires, where an exhausted squad suffered a humiliating 7-0 friendly defeat against Argentina.

A Syracuse legend takes the reins: Gerry McNamara vows to restore the Orange to 'national relevance'

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The basketball buzz is clearly back in Syracuse, thanks to a familiar face.

Kenneth Walker's fast start with the Chiefs comes after uncertain offseason for the Super Bowl MVP

Kenneth Walker III had moments of uncertainty after the Super Bowl MVP helped the Seattle Seahawks win the Lombardi Trophy in February.

Trail Blazers owner says he intends to bring a championship to Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season ticket holders that he intends to bring a championship to Portland.

Jon Rahm says he won't be part of the next version of LIV Golf

Spanish star Jon Rahm won't be part of the next version of LIV Golf, dealing a setback to the beleaguered circuit as it tries to emerge from bankruptcy and forge a new path without the financial muscle of Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.

Ravens rule out injured stars Lamar Jackson and Trey Hendrickson for game vs. Falcons

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens have ruled out quarterback Lamar Jackson and edge rusher Trey Hendrickson for their upcoming game at Atlanta because of injuries.

Ravens acquire G/C Cam Jurgens from the Eagles for draft picks, including a 2nd-rounder in 2028

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles traded offensive lineman Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday for second- and fifth-round draft picks.

NBA star Gilgeous-Alexander takes stake in Spanish soccer giant Atletico Madrid

MADRID (AP) — NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the ownership group at Atletico Madrid, the Spanish top-flight club said Friday.

Liverpool's £59.5m 'rescue clause' masterstroke leaves Arsenal, Chelsea and Real Madrid trailing in Jarell Quansah transfer battle

A strategic £59.5 million rescue clause has firmly placed Liverpool in the driving seat to re-sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Real Madrid are all actively circling the England international, but the Merseyside club's incredible contractual foresight could ultimately ruin their rivals' ambitious transfer plans for next summer.

QB Raiola to start with Moore ruled out of No. 13 Oregon's game against No. 21 UCLA

Quarterback Dante Moore returned to practice with No. 13 Oregon this week but he remains in the concussion protocol and won't play on Saturday when the Ducks host UCLA.

No. 7 Indiana faces road test against Nebraska before showdown with Ohio State

With a huge home game on deck next week against Ohio State, Indiana coach Curt Cignetti hasn't had to get creative to find a way to keep his players locked in on the immediate task at hand. Not with a visit to Nebraska up next on Saturday.