Just 3-5 when group play began, the Lakers swept through the qualifying round of the in-season tournament, wrapping up group play with a 131-99 win over the Jazz on Tuesday night to advance to the quarterfinals.
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Pacers outlast Hawks as teams total 309 points
In a matchup of two of the NBA’s highest-scoring teams, the Pacers and Hawks combined for 309 points, with Indiana winning 157-152 on Tuesday night.
Jets’ Wilson rejects ‘scapegoat’ tag after benching
Zach Wilson, who was demoted as the Jets’ starting quarterback Monday, said he has “come a long way” in his second season but also understands “if you’re not scoring touchdowns, it doesn’t matter.”
Broncos S Jackson’s 4-game suspension upheld
The four-game suspension handed to Broncos safety Kareem Jackson for his hit on Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs was upheld Tuesday.
Victor Wembanyama’s jersey worn during the second half of NBA debut sells for record
The all-time record for a rookie uniform is $3.69 million, spent in May 2021 on a Kobe Bryant jersey.
CFP Anger Index: What’s the committee’s issue with the ACC?
There’s not been much to be surprised about, but there’s always plenty to be angry about.
Brazil-Argentina delayed after fans, police clash
The Brazil vs. Argentina World Cup qualifier at Maracana Stadium on Tuesday was delayed by close to 30 minutes after clashes between the police and fans.
Transfer Talk: Man Utd target Griezmann focused on Atletico
Despite interest from Manchester United, Antoine Griezmann isn’t looking to leave Atletico Madrid anytime soon. Transfer Talk has the latest.
After Matt Canada’s exit, will anything really change for the Steelers offense?
The Pittsburgh offense might run fewer jet sweeps with Matt Canada gone. Does it have the philosophy or personnel to be proficient on that side of the ball?
Washington joins UGA, Ohio St., U-M atop CFP
While the top three in the CFP rankings remained unchanged Tuesday — with Georgia at No. 1, followed by Ohio State at No. 2 and Michigan at No. 3 — Washington moved past Florida State and into the top four for the first time this season.
