Northern Kentucky transfer forward LJ Wells commits to Louisville

Northern Kentucky transfer forward LJ Wells commits to Louisville

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.

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.

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.

No. 9 Ole Miss and Kewan Lacy head to Vanderbilt with Jared Curtis trying to return

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The ninth-ranked Mississippi Rebels can't wait for Kewan Lacy's return, knowing how valuable the running back is to Trinidad Chambliss and the offense.

Wake Forest's trip to NC State in search of a 5-1 start headlines the ACC weekly slate

Things to watch this weekend in the Atlantic Coast Conference:

Lane Kiffin’s 10th-ranked LSU visits Kentucky in a sold-out Saturday night game

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — LSU coach Lane Kiffin has never had an easy time against Kentucky, and the Wildcats' new coach is eager to make his next game very challenging.

Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz says freshman Johnnie 'DJ' Jones receives a heart transplant

Missouri freshman offensive tackle Johnnie “DJ” Jones has received a heart transplant, coach Eli Drinkwitz said.

Hilllmon's late bucket, Reese heroics lead Dream to an OT win over Liberty

ATLANTA (AP) — Angel Reese scored 23 points, Naz Hillmon made the go-ahead layup with 20.8 seconds left in overtime and the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 101-98 on Wednesday night to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals.

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.

Heat center Bam Adebayo kept the secret that A'ja Wilson was the WNBA's MVP again

MIAMI (AP) — A'ja Wilson found out Thursday that she was the WNBA's Most Valuable Player.

Jefferson aims to rejoin the Vikings this week, with a long-awaited trip to play his hometown Saints

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Justin Jefferson began developing his exceptional pass-catching skills as the youngest of three boys in a football-loving family in the New Orleans area, before following both of his older brothers to LSU a little more than an hour up the road.

Dana Altman retires after 16 seasons as Oregon coach including Final Four berth, 9 NCAA tourneys

Longtime Oregon men's basketball coach Dana Altman fought back tears as he spoke Wednesday about his decision to retire less than a month before the start of the new season.

Reese scores 23, Hillmon makes go-ahead basket in OT as Dream beat Liberty 101-98 for a 2-0 lead

ATLANTA (AP) — Angel Reese scored 23 points, Naz Hillmon made the go-ahead layup with 20.8 seconds left in overtime and the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 101-98 on Wednesday night to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals.

Bengals' receiver depth tested as Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins deal with injuries

CINCINNATI (AP) — Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins did not participate in practice on Wednesday, and coach Zac Taylor has labeled them each as “day to day” leading up to Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins.

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.

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.

LJ Martin's injury poses stiff challenge to No. 8 BYU's offense as Cougars host Iowa State

PROVO, Utah (AP) — An injury to LJ Martin changes everything for No. 8 BYU on offense ahead of Friday’s clash with Iowa State.

Ajay Allen rushes for 105 yards and 2 touchdowns as Western Kentucky beats Missouri State 34-13

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (AP) — Brock Glenn threw for a touchdown and ran for another, Ajay Allen rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns, and Western Kentucky beat Missouri State 34-13 on Thursday night.

Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they’ve traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.

Jaguars want to 'stay firm on the plan' to use Travis Hunter primarily on defense

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A public service announcement: Don’t ask Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen about 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter playing receiver.