(Photo credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports) Kansas survived a second-half comeback by UNLV in the Guaranteed Rate Bowl, overcoming three turnovers and 18 penalties for a 49-36 win on Tuesday. Jason Bean threw three interceptions but also had a Kansas bowl-record six touchdown passes and 449 yards through the air. Lawrence Arnold (six receptions, 132 yards) and Luke Grimm (four receptions, 160 yards) each had three to
(Photo credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports) On an Oklahoma City Thunder team with All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Rookie of the Year candidate Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams can get overlooked. The New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson was overlooked at times early in his career, too. On Wednesday in Oklahoma City, Williams and Brunson will meet when the Thunder and Knicks square off. Williams is coming off a 21-p
(Photo credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports) The Toronto Raptors will look to bounce back from one of their most demoralizing losses of the season when they face the Washington Wizards on Wednesday to begin a three-game trip. The Raptors led by as many as 17 against the Utah Jazz on Saturday before being outscored 71-48 in the second half en route to a 126-119 loss. Toronto has dropped three straight and 10 of its past
(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) PHOENIX -- Kansas survived a second-half comeback by UNLV in the Guaranteed Rate Bowl, overcoming three turnovers and 18 penalties for a 49-36 win on Tuesday. Jason Bean threw all three interceptions, but also had a Kansas bowl-record six touchdown passes and 449 yards through the air. Lawrence Arnold (six receptions, 132 yards) and Luke Grimm (four receptions, 160 yards)
(Photo credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) James Harden scored 29 points and Paul George added 25 as the Los Angeles Clippers ended a two-game losing streak without Kawhi Leonard with a 113-104 victory over the visiting Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday. Leonard was out again Tuesday with a left hip contusion as Ivica Zubac contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds for the Clippers, while Russell Westbrook added 14 points,
(Photo credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports) For the second time in their past three home games, the Houston Rockets endured a defeat that showcased what has become a glaring defensive deficiency. In a 123-117 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, the Rockets surrendered 19 3-pointers on 44.2 percent shooting from behind the arc. On Dec. 20, the Atlanta Hawks snapped the Rockets' 11-game home winning streak by shootin
(Photo credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports) Anfernee Simons scored 29 points and rookie reserve Duop Reath established career highs of 25 points and nine rebounds to help the Portland Trail Blazers notch a 130-113 victory over the visiting Sacramento Kings on Tuesday. Malcolm Brogdon had 19 points, six assists and five rebounds as Portland won for just the second time in 11 games. Jabari Walker added 17 points off the
(Photo credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) When reigning Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid is out of the lineup, the Philadelphia 76ers are quite vulnerable. And winless. The Sixers, who are 0-4 without Embiid this season, will again be without their leader when they visit the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Embiid missed Monday's Christmas Day matchup against the Miami Heat and will again be sidelined with a sprained
Dharwad (Karnataka) [India], December 27 (ANI): Karnataka minister and Congress leader Priyank Kharge on Wednesday attacked the Central government and alleged that Amit Shah is the most incompetent Home Minister in independent India and that the latter hasn't made a statement on the situation in Manipur and recent Parliament security breach incident. Priyank Kharge, son of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, was replyi
(Photo credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports) Cameron Johnson scored 24 points and the visiting Brooklyn Nets beat the Pistons 118-112 on Tuesday night as Detroit set a single-season NBA record with its 27th consecutive loss. Detroit's 27-game losing streak tops the runs of futility of the 2010-11 Cleveland Cavaliers and 2013-14 Philadelphia76ers, who each lost 26 straight. Philadelphia holds the longest losing streak
(Photo credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports) Ja Morant scored 31 points and Jaren Jackson Jr. had four of his 19 points in overtime as the visiting Memphis Grizzlies improved to 4-0 since Morant's return by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 116-115 on Tuesday night. Desmond Bane added 27 points, Marcus Smart had 13 and Jackson added 10 rebounds as the Grizzlies beat the Pelicans for the second time in eight days -- the
Manchester [UK], December 27 (ANI): Following a crucial win over Aston Villa in their Premier League match, Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag praised young striker Rasmus Hojlund, who scored his debut Premier League goal after 14 games and expressed how he believed in his capabilities. Rasmus Hojlund could not have found a much more perfect time to score his first Premier League goal as his winner helped Manchester U
Manchester [UK], December 27 (ANI): Rasmus Hojlund could not have found a much more perfect time to score his first Premier League goal as his winner helped Manchester United bounce back from two down and secure a 3-2 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. United once again started on the slightly shabby note, especially with their defending. First-half goals from John McGinn (21st minute) and Leander Dend
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 27 (ANI): Actor Bobby Deol on Wednesday wished his "mamu" and actor Salman Khan on his 58th birthday by sharing a cute picture from midnight bash. Bobby Deol and Salman Khan fondly call each other "mamu". Taking to Instagram, Bobby treated fans with inside pictures of Salman's birthday celebration. In one of the pictures, Bobby is seen planting a kiss on Salman's cheek. The other ima
Jhajjar (Haryana) [India], December 27 (ANI): On Wednesday morning, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi reached Virender Arya Akhara in Chhara village of Jhajjar district and interacted with wrestlers, including Olympian Bajrang Poonia. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi interacted with the wrestlers and Coach Virendra Arya at the Akhara. The Akhara has been the training ground of several Olympians. After Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's visit to J
(Photo credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports) Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 129-106 win over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday. It was the 14th win in their last 19 for the Thunder and just the third loss in 14 games for the Timberwolves. Oklahoma City controlled much of the contest, taking the lead for good within the first five minutes. However, Minnesota
New Delhi [India], December 27 (ANI): Punjab FC head coach Staikos Vergetis was left disappointed with his team's attacking play during their 1-0 loss to Odisha FC in Matchweek 12 of the Indian Super League (ISL) in Delhi on Tuesday, saying that his team needs improvement in this department. Punjab FC's position in the table remains unchanged after this result, currently holding the 11th position with eight points from 12
New Delhi [India], December 27 (ANI): Odisha FC head coach Sergio Lobera reflected on his team's performance as they secured an important win against Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday, saying that though his team had a great first half, they suffered due to Punjab's attacking football in the second half. With this win, the Kalinga Warriors move up to the thi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 27 (ANI): Salman Khan rang in his 58th birthday on Wednesday. To wish 'Bhaijaan' fans have gathered in large numbers outside his Galaxy residence to catch the superstar's glimpse. Starstruck fans from various cities queued at his Mumbai residence since Tuesday night to wish the star in their special ways. Some carried huge posters of Salman with them. Following his 'special' day the
Melbourne [Australia], December 27 (ANI): Opener David Warner surpassed former skipper and legendary batter Steve Waugh to become the second-highest run-scorer for Australia. Warner made this upward movement in record books during the second Test against Pakistan, a Boxing Day affair, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Tuesday. In the first innings, Warner scored a steady 38 in 83 balls. His knock had three boundari
(Photo credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports) Andre Drummond tallied 24 points and 25 rebounds to help lead the Chicago Bulls to a 118-113 victory over the visiting Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. Drummond became just the sixth player to record a 20-20 game in the NBA this season. DeMar DeRozan added 25 points for the Bulls, who have now won four of their last five games. Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu each scored 19 for Chicago.
(Photo credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports) Lauri Markkanen amassed 31 points and 12 rebounds and hit four 3-pointers in a decisive fourth-quarter surge to help the visiting Utah Jazz earn a 130-118 win over the reeling San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday. The Jazz captured their season-best third straight win and their sixth in the past eight contests. San Antonio dropped its fifth consecutive contest and fell for the 23rd ti
(Photo credit: Brian Hayes/Statesman Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK) The Sun Bowl could have featured a quarterback battle between Sam Hartman and DJ Uiagalelei. Instead, two signal-callers making their first starts of the season will be on display when No. 16 Notre Dame battles No. 19 Oregon State on Friday in El Paso, Texas. Hartman opted out of the contest for Notre Dame to prepare for the NFL draft, while Uiagalelei of
Centurion [South Africa], December 27 (ANI): South African pacer Kagiso Rabada completed 500 wickets in international cricket on Tuesday, becoming the only seventh bowler from his country to do so. Rabada reached this milestone during the first Test between India and South Africa at Centurion. The 28-year-old was breathing fire with the ball in his hand. He ended the first day with figures of 5/44 in 17 overs at an econom
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 27 (ANI): Superstar Salman Khan aka 'Bhaijaan' just rang in his 58th birthday on Wednesday, following his 'special' day the Khan family hosted a party at Arpita Khan Sharma's residence in Mumbai. What makes this day even more special is that it coincides with the birthday of his niece Ayat. The mamu-niece duo celebrated their birthday together every year. This year too it was a joint
