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NCAA gameday discussion: While Sarah Strong can do it all, should she have to do it all for No. 4 UConn?

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Sarah Strong. | Getty Images No. 4 UConn Huskies responded to their loss to now-No. 2 Michigan in expected UConn fashion, establishing as much as a 27-point lead over No. 10 Iowa before winning 91-79. Or, more accurately, Sarah Strong responded. pure dominance from Sarah Strong🔥💪 pic.twitter.com/tyAEj2auvv — UConn Women’s Basketball (@UConnWBB) November 9, 2026 The reigning National Player of the Year offered an authoritative opening bid to repeat, with 39 points, 10 rebounds, three a...

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Two days in October: Inside Chris Finch’s meticulous world with the Timberwolves

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On a warm October morning ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ lone home preseason game, Chris Finch sits behind a large desk in his office, a plethora of note cards and papers spread out in front of him. They are filled with jottings that pop into his head at all hours. An offensive set that could work against that night’s opponent. A lineup he wants to try in the second quarter. A point he thinks is important to make in the coach’s meeting that day. The penmanship is neat and very, very sma...

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Bryant renews rivalry with Providence but comes up short

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Nov 10, 2026; Providence, RI, USA; Bryant Bulldogs forward Duane Thompson (0) shoots over Providence Friars guard Gavin Hightower (9) during the second half at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Rhode Island supremacy was on the line Tuesday night when Bryant and Providence matched up for the first time in 11 years. Providence defeated Bryant 78-55 and gained some in-state bragging rights. Devin Vanterpool led all scorers with 2...

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15 international players who could become the NBA’s next global superstars

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Throughout NBA history, American players have dominated the league. And while there has been an influx of international players in the past, basketball has become a global sport since then. As a result, more and more stars from around the world have started to make their mark. With Arvydas Sabonis first opening the door for […] The post 15 international players who could become the NBA’s next global superstars appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Matas Buzelis blames himself for ‘weak’ performance in Chicago’s 22-point meltdown vs. Spurs

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On Wednesday night, the Chicago Bulls fell to the San Antonio Spurs 124-119. They blew a 22-point lead, turned the ball over 19 times, and lost their eighth straight game. This followed a first half where they shot 80% from the field and the 3-point line. Matas Buzelis finished with 13 points, shooting 5-for-12 from […] The post Matas Buzelis blames himself for ‘weak’ performance in Chicago’s 22-point meltdown vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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