McElhinney stops 24 shots, Hurricanes beat Stars 3-0
Curtis McElhinney made 14 of his 24 saves in the third period for his 10th career shutout, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Dallas Stars 3-0 on Saturday.
Curtis McElhinney made 14 of his 24 saves in the third period for his 10th career shutout, and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Dallas Stars 3-0 on Saturday.
Noi, A-Rob double-doubles as TCU beats No. 19 Iowa St 75-72
Kouat Noi had 20 points with 13 rebounds, Alex Robinson also had a double-double and TCU ended a three-game losing streak with a 75-72 win over No. 19 Iowa State on Saturday.
Kouat Noi had 20 points with 13 rebounds, Alex Robinson also had a double-double and TCU ended a three-game losing streak with a 75-72 win over No. 19 Iowa State on Saturday.
James, Bieniemy preserve Sooners' 69-67 win over Texas
Christian James led Oklahoma with 19 points and Jamal Bieniemy's block at the buzzer clinched the Sooners' 69-67 win over Texas at home Saturday.
Christian James led Oklahoma with 19 points and Jamal Bieniemy's block at the buzzer clinched the Sooners' 69-67 win over Texas at home Saturday.
Jokic helps Nuggets beat Mavs as Doncic sits with sore ankle
DALLAS (AP) - Nikola Jokic had 19 points and 13 rebounds to lead a deep offensive effort, and the Denver Nuggets broke out in the second half to beat the Dallas Mavericks 114-104 on Friday night. Northwest Division-leading Denver has won three straight. The Mavericks have lost three in a row, this one without star rookie Luka Doncic due to a sore right ankle. He is considered day to day.
DALLAS (AP) - Nikola Jokic had 19 points and 13 rebounds to lead a deep offensive effort, and the Denver Nuggets broke out in the second half to beat the Dallas Mavericks 114-104 on Friday night. Northwest Division-leading Denver has won three straight. The Mavericks have lost three in a row, this one without star rookie Luka Doncic due to a sore right ankle. He is considered day to day.
Mavericks' Doncic out Friday with sore right ankle
DALLAS (AP) - Luka Doncic is out of the Dallas Mavericks' lineup Friday night for a game against the Denver Nuggets because of a sore right ankle. Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle would not speculate on whether Doncic would miss additional time. The 19-year-old leads Dallas and all rookies with 20.7 points per game. Doncic's 7.2 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game also are team bests.
DALLAS (AP) - Luka Doncic is out of the Dallas Mavericks' lineup Friday night for a game against the Denver Nuggets because of a sore right ankle. Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle would not speculate on whether Doncic would miss additional time. The 19-year-old leads Dallas and all rookies with 20.7 points per game. Doncic's 7.2 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game also are team bests.
Kershaw shut down by Dodgers after ace not feeling right
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw has been shut down indefinitely after telling manager Dave Roberts that he "didn't feel right" after two discouraging outings on the mound. Kershaw worked out indoors at Camelback Ranch on Friday, but didn't play catch. Roberts wouldn't speculate on the left-hander's next bullpen session.
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw has been shut down indefinitely after telling manager Dave Roberts that he "didn't feel right" after two discouraging outings on the mound. Kershaw worked out indoors at Camelback Ranch on Friday, but didn't play catch. Roberts wouldn't speculate on the left-hander's next bullpen session.
Texas senior Kerwin Roach suspended for team rules violation
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Texas senior guard and leading scorer Kerwin Roach II was suspended Friday for the third time in his career for a violation of team rules and the school has put no timetable on his return. Texas said Roach was suspended "indefinitely." Coach Shaka Smart released no statement or details on the suspension as the team traveled to Saturday's matchup with Oklahoma.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Texas senior guard and leading scorer Kerwin Roach II was suspended Friday for the third time in his career for a violation of team rules and the school has put no timetable on his return. Texas said Roach was suspended "indefinitely." Coach Shaka Smart released no statement or details on the suspension as the team traveled to Saturday's matchup with Oklahoma.
McMurray scores 25, SMU pulls away to beat UConn 77-59
DALLAS (AP) - Jahmal McMurray drove for three straight layups in a 12-2 run late in the first half, and SMU went on to beat UConn 77-59 on Thursday night.
DALLAS (AP) - Jahmal McMurray drove for three straight layups in a 12-2 run late in the first half, and SMU went on to beat UConn 77-59 on Thursday night.
Benn nets 2 goals as Stars snap Blues' record 11-game win streak
DALLAS (AP) - Stars captain Jamie Benn had his first multi-goal game since early October and Dallas beat St. Louis 5-2 on Thursday night, ending the Blues' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. When Benn scored the game's first goal 3:46 into the second period, the Blues trailed for the first time since Feb. 5 - a span of more than 517 minutes on the ice over 10 games.
DALLAS (AP) - Stars captain Jamie Benn had his first multi-goal game since early October and Dallas beat St. Louis 5-2 on Thursday night, ending the Blues' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. When Benn scored the game's first goal 3:46 into the second period, the Blues trailed for the first time since Feb. 5 - a span of more than 517 minutes on the ice over 10 games.
Spieth's father fills in as caddie in Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Jordan Spieth's father decided at the last minute to come down to the Mexico Championship without realizing how much he would be needed. Spieth's caddie had to leave Wednesday morning when his father died. Shawn Spieth stepped in as his son's caddie, his first time on the bag since the 2011 U.S. Amateur, at a World Golf Championship played at an elevation of 7,800...
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Jordan Spieth's father decided at the last minute to come down to the Mexico Championship without realizing how much he would be needed. Spieth's caddie had to leave Wednesday morning when his father died. Shawn Spieth stepped in as his son's caddie, his first time on the bag since the 2011 U.S. Amateur, at a World Golf Championship played at an elevation of 7,800...
Minor now likely Rangers opening starter after cautious 2018
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - There were times in Mike Minor's return to a starting role last season that the left-hander got frustrated when the Texas Rangers were being cautious with him. "In the end it's probably always best," Minor said. "But when you're in the heat of the moment and trying to compete every however many days, I feel like the ball was being taken early...
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - There were times in Mike Minor's return to a starting role last season that the left-hander got frustrated when the Texas Rangers were being cautious with him. "In the end it's probably always best," Minor said. "But when you're in the heat of the moment and trying to compete every however many days, I feel like the ball was being taken early...
Report: NBA, union forward talks on ending 'one-and-done'
MIAMI (AP) - The NBA and its players are continuing to move forward on plans to eliminate the "one-and-done" rule in college basketball, something that the sides have been working toward for months.
MIAMI (AP) - The NBA and its players are continuing to move forward on plans to eliminate the "one-and-done" rule in college basketball, something that the sides have been working toward for months.
Zion's freak injury ripples in basketball, business worlds
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) - Soon after Zion Williamson's shoe ripped apart, Nike's stock price took a hit. The freak injury during one of the college basketball season's marquee games immediately sparked debates about everything from the shoe manufacturer to insurance issues and whether the likely NBA lottery pick should risk his professional future by continuing to play for the...
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) - Soon after Zion Williamson's shoe ripped apart, Nike's stock price took a hit. The freak injury during one of the college basketball season's marquee games immediately sparked debates about everything from the shoe manufacturer to insurance issues and whether the likely NBA lottery pick should risk his professional future by continuing to play for the...
Texas A&M overcomes big deficit for 65-56 win over Alabama
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) - When Texas A&M fell behind by double digits in the second half on Tuesday night against Alabama, coach Billy Kennedy was certain his team could get back in it if the Aggies focused on defense. They did, holding Alabama scoreless for more than five minutes to dig out of the hole and go on to a 65-56 win. Savion Flagg and Wendell Mitchell scored 18 points each...
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) - When Texas A&M fell behind by double digits in the second half on Tuesday night against Alabama, coach Billy Kennedy was certain his team could get back in it if the Aggies focused on defense. They did, holding Alabama scoreless for more than five minutes to dig out of the hole and go on to a 65-56 win. Savion Flagg and Wendell Mitchell scored 18 points each...
Butler helps Baylor upset No. 19 Iowa State 73-69
AMES, Iowa (AP) - Iowa State might have blown its shot at the Big 12 title because it suddenly and somewhat inexplicably can't win in Ames. Jared Butler scored 17 points, Freddie Gillespie had 14 and Baylor upset No. 19 Iowa State 73-69 on Tuesday night.
AMES, Iowa (AP) - Iowa State might have blown its shot at the Big 12 title because it suddenly and somewhat inexplicably can't win in Ames. Jared Butler scored 17 points, Freddie Gillespie had 14 and Baylor upset No. 19 Iowa State 73-69 on Tuesday night.
Josi scores 2 in 3rd period, Predators beat Stars 5-3
DALLAS (AP) - Roman Josi scored the go-ahead goal with 12:25 to play and added an empty-netter to lift the Nashville Predators over the Dallas Stars 5-3 on Tuesday night. Josi skated from behind the net into the slot, and his wrist shot hit defenseman Esa Lindell's skate and popped over goalie Anton Khudobin. Nashville won for the second time in six games to move within a point of Central...
DALLAS (AP) - Roman Josi scored the go-ahead goal with 12:25 to play and added an empty-netter to lift the Nashville Predators over the Dallas Stars 5-3 on Tuesday night. Josi skated from behind the net into the slot, and his wrist shot hit defenseman Esa Lindell's skate and popped over goalie Anton Khudobin. Nashville won for the second time in six games to move within a point of Central...
Cowboys aren't picking up option on WR Terrance Williams
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - The Cowboys aren't picking up a team option on the final year of Terrance Williams' contract, making the receiver an unrestricted free agent after he spent his first six NFL seasons in Dallas.
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - The Cowboys aren't picking up a team option on the final year of Terrance Williams' contract, making the receiver an unrestricted free agent after he spent his first six NFL seasons in Dallas.
Romo will tee off at home in Nelson for 2nd PGA Tour chance
DALLAS (AP) - Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo will get to play at home when he gets another shot on the PGA Tour. Romo, now the lead NFL analyst for CBS, has accepted a sponsor's exception to play in the AT&T Byron Nelson tournament at Trinity Forest Golf Club in May. He is a member of the club south of downtown Dallas that will host the event for the second time. Nelson...
DALLAS (AP) - Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo will get to play at home when he gets another shot on the PGA Tour. Romo, now the lead NFL analyst for CBS, has accepted a sponsor's exception to play in the AT&T Byron Nelson tournament at Trinity Forest Golf Club in May. He is a member of the club south of downtown Dallas that will host the event for the second time. Nelson...
Oklahoma State hands TCU 3rd straight loss 68-61
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) - Thomas Dziagwa matched a career-high with 23 points, connecting on 6 of 11 3-pointers, to help lead Oklahoma State to a 68-61 victory over TCU Monday night, snapping a five-game losing streak. Lindy Waters added 14 points, seven rebounds and four assists for Oklahoma State (10-16, 3-10 Big 12).
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) - Thomas Dziagwa matched a career-high with 23 points, connecting on 6 of 11 3-pointers, to help lead Oklahoma State to a 68-61 victory over TCU Monday night, snapping a five-game losing streak. Lindy Waters added 14 points, seven rebounds and four assists for Oklahoma State (10-16, 3-10 Big 12).
Rangers SS Andrus in much different spot with Beltre retired
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus prepared for the first full-squad workout at a different locker than in past springs. Now 30 and going into his 11th season, Andrus is in a much different place than just his spot in the clubhouse. With star third baseman Adrian Beltre now retired, Andrus will be assuming a bigger leadership role on a team with a lot of 20-something...
SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) - Texas Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus prepared for the first full-squad workout at a different locker than in past springs. Now 30 and going into his 11th season, Andrus is in a much different place than just his spot in the clubhouse. With star third baseman Adrian Beltre now retired, Andrus will be assuming a bigger leadership role on a team with a lot of 20-something...