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Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devin Duvernay, left, tries to bring down Tennessee Titans safety Amani Hooker after he intercepted a pass from Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

The Latest: Tulsa’s football game at Houston postponed

By The Associated Press

12 hrs ago

FILE - This March 7, 2020, file photo shows Connecticut head coach Geno Auriemma during an NCAA college basketball game in the American Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals at Mohegan Sun Arena, in Uncasville, Conn. UConn has not had seven first-year players on its roster since back in 1988, the year the Huskies won the first of their 18 Big East titles. No. 3 Connecticut returns this season to the league it helped build with a young, but talented team after playing seven years in the American Athletic Conference without a conference loss.(AP Photo/Jessica Hill, File)

Pandemic leaves opening week of college hoops in disarray

By Cliff Brunt

13 hrs ago

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, file photo, New Mexico head coach Danny Gonzales speaks with players during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Nevada, in Las Vegas. Coronavirus restrictions in New Mexico make it impossible for the schools there to play their seasons. New Mexico's football team was the first to temporarily relocate, moving to the Las Vegas area to practice and play. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)

New Mexico teams adjusting to long-term life on the road

By John Marshall

14 hrs ago

FILE - In this Dec. 5, 2014, file photo, Taylor University students erupt with a roar as the Trojans score their 10th point against Kentucky Christian in the 18th annual Silent Night basketball game in Upland, Ind. Taylor's fans, who dress up in costumes or pajamas, sat in silence until the Trojans' score reaches ten. The game has been played each year on the Friday before finals week for decades, but the coronavirus pandemic forced the liberal arts university to call it off this year. (Jeff Morehead/The Chronicle-Tribune via AP)

COVID-19 putting college basketball traditions in quarantine

By Dave Skretta

16 hrs ago

FILE - This Feb.16, 2020, file photo shows South Florida's Shae Leverett, left, and Connecticut's Olivia Nelson-Ododa during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Tampa, Fla. UConn, one of the original members of the Big East Conference, is hoping a return to the league will help put the Huskies back among the elite programs in college basketball. The Huskies spent seven years in the American Athletic Conference, on a mostly downward trajectory since winning a fourth national title in 2014. (AP Photo/Mike Carlson, File)

The Latest: Iowa St women's hoops coach in quarantine

By The Associated Press

Nov. 24, 2020 01:27 AM EST

Billy Evans, 88, member of 1956 gold medal U.S. team, dies

Nov. 23, 2020 09:06 PM EST

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Billy Evans, a member of the 1956 gold medal-winning U.S. Olympic team and Kentucky Hall of Famer who helped the Wildcats go 25-0 in 1953...

FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2020, file photo, Auburn coach Bruce Pearl talks to players during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Arkansas in Fayetteville, Ark. Pearl has another rebuilding job of sorts at Auburn, but this time he starts out with a better foundation and assemblage of talent. The Tigers must replace virtually all their key players, including possible NBA lottery pick Isaac Okoro, after the best three-year run in program history. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)

Pearl: Top Auburn recruit not yet declared eligible by NCAA

Nov. 23, 2020 08:38 PM EST

FILE - Rhode Island's Jacob Toppin reacts as he runs the court during an NCAA college basketball game against Dayton, in Dayton, Ohio, in this Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, file photo. The No. 10 Wildcats lost five starters among nine departures from last season. The addition of former Rhode Island forward Jacob Toppin should provide some much needed experience. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)

More than wins, losses at stake as basketball season arrives

By Eddie Pells

Nov. 22, 2020 09:41 PM EST

Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl yells to his players during an NCAA college basketball game against Tennessee, Saturday, March 7, 2020, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Auburn imposes postseason ban for former assistant's scheme

By John Zenor

Nov. 22, 2020 07:57 PM EST

FILE - In this March 4, 2020, file photo, Florida coach Mike White gestures during an NCAA college basketball game against Georgia in Athens, Ga. Unlike a year ago, Florida begins the season unranked and won’t have nearly as much hype. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP, File)

The Latest: Washington-Washington St. football game canceled

Nov. 22, 2020 06:39 PM EST

The Latest: Indiana State withdraws from Gulf Coast Showcase

By The Associated Press

Nov. 21, 2020 07:52 PM EST

The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ Indiana State has withdrawn from...

FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2020, file photo, Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy takes part in drills during NFL football practice in Denver. While the Broncos are heading into another lost season, there is one bright spot on the field—the team's rookie wide receivers Jeudy and KJ Hamler are excelling in the NFL. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

The Latest: Pac-12 cancels Washington State-Stanford game

By The Associated Press

Nov. 20, 2020 10:12 PM EST

USC guard Drew Peterson eligible this season after transfer

Nov. 20, 2020 10:12 PM EST

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Drew Peterson will be eligible immediately to play for Southern California this season. Coach Andy Enfield said Friday...

New Mexico basketball teams temporarily relocating to Texas

Nov. 20, 2020 04:34 PM EST

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's men's and women's basketball teams are temporarily relocating to Texas due to coronavirus restrictions in their home...