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Seven Girls from WGIL Area Earn IBCA All-State Honors

Kennedy Quinn, Ali Little, and Zaniyah Carter among standouts recognized

Kings Defeat Bulls 126-110 as Westbrook Sets NBA Triple-Double Record

37-year-old point guard Russell Westbrook records his 208th career triple-double, surpassing Nikola Jokic for the most in NBA history.

MacArthur and East St. Louis Face Off in 3A Super Sectional

The winner will advance to the state tournament

Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament bracket set

The 2026 TIAA Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament takes place March 10-15 inside the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

Michigan State's Jeremy Fears Jr. Faces Scrutiny After Second Kicking Incident

Spartans coach Tom Izzo addresses technical foul against rival Michigan

Sports Betting Roundup: Conference Tournaments Underway Ahead of Selection Sunday

Key betting highlights from college basketball, the World Baseball Classic, and the PGA Tour

Bulls' Josh Giddey surpasses Scottie Pippen in triple-doubles despite loss to Kings

The 24-year-old guard recorded his 16th career triple-double, moving him into second place on the Bulls' all-time list.

Minnesota Gophers Aim for Big Ten Tournament Success

Gophers look to make noise in Chicago after up-and-down regular season

Grizzlies' Eight Highest-Paid Players Out for Tank Matchup vs. Nets

Memphis will have only eight available players, none of them traditional centers, for the key tank battle against Brooklyn.

Kings Take Down Bulls for Rare Win Led by Westbrook

Malik Monk and Maxime Raynaud combine for 56 points in Sacramento's victory.

Galesburg Silver Streaks Basketball Celebrates Successful Season

Program honors award winners across varsity, sophomore, and freshman levels at annual banquet

Chicago Bulls Struggle with Tanking Strategy in Loss to Kings

The team's reluctance to fully embrace a rebuilding approach leads to confusing decisions and an unexpected victory.

Bulls' Collin Sexton Exits Game with Lower Leg Injury

Sexton ruled out for remainder of game against Kings with contusion

Purdue Men's Basketball Falls to Wisconsin in Regular Season Finale

Boilers look to rebound in Big Ten Tournament after disappointing home loss

Bulls' Collin Sexton exits Kings game with injury amid huge night

Sexton suffered a left lower leg contusion and will not return to the game.

Warriors Announce Kristaps Porzingis Decision on Sunday

Porzingis will miss Monday's game against the Jazz but is expected back Tuesday versus the Bulls.

Pima Advances to NJCAA National Tournament with Perfect 32-0 Record

No. 1 Pima Aztecs dominate No. 3 Scottsdale 74-49 to win NJCAA Region and District championship

Izzo Defends Fears Jr. After Technical Foul

Michigan State coach blasts 'dirty player' narrative surrounding star guard

Illinois Basketball's Top 3 Regular Season Games

Recapping the Illini's best performances in the 2025-26 season

Bulls' Giddey, Buzelis Among 4 Players Questionable vs. Kings

Chicago faces Sacramento with multiple key injuries ahead of matchup.

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