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Zeller, Hornets sting Pacers in Charlotte

Kemba Walker scored 28 points, Nicolas Batum added 21 and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Indiana Pacers 100-88 on Monday night. Returning home after their victory Saturday in Denver, the Hornets notched consecutive wins for the first time since Jan. 20-21.

Cougars prep to face Oregon Tech in first round

The University of Saint Francis will open the 2017 NAIA Division II Men’s Basketball National Championship against Oregon Tech from the Cascade Collegiate Conference on Wed., March 8, at 1 p.m. Fort Wayne time. Oregon Institute of Technology is located in Klamath Falls, Ore.

Kent State holds off Central Michigan 116-106 in MAC opener

Jimmy Hall scored a career-high 33 points with 13 rebounds, Jalen Avery scored 17 of his career-high 24 points, including five 3-pointers, in overtime and Kent State beat Central Michigan 116-106 in Monday night’s Mid-American Conference Tournament opener. The sixth-seeded Golden Flashes advance to play No.

Iguodala scores 24 to lead Warriors past Hawks, 119-111

Andre Iguodala scored a season-high 24 points to carry the Warriors to a 119-111 victory Monday over the Hawks , whose chances were ruined by an argument on the court that led to Dennis Schroder sitting most of the second half. Bouncing back from their first regular-season losing streak in nearly two years, the Warriors won for the second day in a row without Kevin Durant , who is out indefinitely with a left knee injury.

Julio Jones calls foot surgery a ‘success’

The Falcons ‘ star receiver took to social media to deem his Monday foot surgery a positive one, captioning his Instagram photo: “Surgery was a success! Thanks to all that prayed for me #jetlife #blessed.” Jones has dealt with foot issues throughout his career.

E. Michigan eliminates N. Illinois with a 72-69 win

James Thompson IV scored 21 points with 11 rebounds, Ray Lee scored 20 and Eastern Michigan beat Northern Illinois 72-69 on Monday in the first round of the Mid-American Conference Tournament on Monday. Ty Toney blocked Eugene German ‘s 3-point attempt at the buzzer to preserve the win.

Thornton gets 1,000th assist as Sharks hurt Jets’ playoff chances

If you’re in the mood to troll a San Jose Sharks fan celebrating Joe Thornton ‘s 1,000th assist and a nice win, note that the team indirectly helped the hated Dallas Stars and Los Angeles Kings on Monday. Yes, by beating the Winnipeg Jets 3-2 in regulation, they improved the outlook for other West wild card hopefuls, from the Stars and Kings to other teams like the St. Louis Blues.

Knicks’ Anthony (knee) sidelined against Magic

Carmelo Anthony will not play Monday night against the Orlando Magic after sustaining a sore left knee, New York Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek announced before the game. Hornacek said he believes the 32-year-old Anthony injured his knee while blocking a shot in the second half of the Knicks’ 112-105 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.

Knicks’ Anthony (knee) sidelined against Magic

Carmelo Anthony will not play Monday night against the Orlando Magic after sustaining a sore left knee, New York Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek announced before the game. Hornacek said he believes the 32-year-old Anthony injured his knee while blocking a shot in the second half of the Knicks’ 112-105 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.

Knicks’ Anthony (knee) sidelined against Magic

Carmelo Anthony will not play Monday night against the Orlando Magic after sustaining a sore left knee, New York Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek announced before the game. Hornacek said he believes the 32-year-old Anthony injured his knee while blocking a shot in the second half of the Knicks’ 112-105 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.

Knicks’ Anthony (knee) sidelined against Magic

Carmelo Anthony will not play Monday night against the Orlando Magic after sustaining a sore left knee, New York Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek announced before the game. Hornacek said he believes the 32-year-old Anthony injured his knee while blocking a shot in the second half of the Knicks’ 112-105 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.

Red Sox newcomer Chris Sale throws 2 innings in spring debut

Boston Red Sox newcomer Chris Sale gave himself mixed reviews after his first spring training performance, an outing that ended a little earlier than originally planned. Acquired from the Chicago White Sox in December, the dominant lefty gave up two runs, one of them earned, in two innings Monday against Houston.

Red Sox newcomer Chris Sale throws 2 innings in spring debut

Boston Red Sox newcomer Chris Sale gave himself mixed reviews after his first spring training performance, an outing that ended a little earlier than originally planned. Acquired from the Chicago White Sox in December, the dominant lefty gave up two runs, one of them earned, in two innings Monday against Houston.

Red Sox newcomer Chris Sale throws 2 innings in spring debut

Boston Red Sox newcomer Chris Sale gave himself mixed reviews after his first spring training performance, an outing that ended a little earlier than originally planned. Acquired from the Chicago White Sox in December, the dominant lefty gave up two runs, one of them earned, in two innings Monday against Houston.

Pelicans sign free agent guard Crawford to 10-day contract

The 6-foot-5 Crawford has spent much of this season with Grand Rapids of the NBA Development League, averaging 22.8 points in 34 games. A late-first-round draft choice out of Xavier in 2010, Crawford has played in 257 NBA regular-season games with Atlanta, Washington, Boston and Golden State, averaging 12.2 points.

Mavs’ Dirk Nowitzki reaches cusp of NBA’s 30,000-point club

Dirk Nowitzki chuckled at the memory of he and Steve Nash trying to sneak in a few shots between YMCA games inside the closest thing the Dallas Mavericks had to a practice facility nearly 20 years ago. He also recalled a trying rookie season with the Mavericks that was compressed by a lockout, playing on three consecutive nights as a teenager and sometimes sitting out the entire game even when healthy for one of the worst franchises in pro sports.

Mavs’ Dirk Nowitzki reaches cusp of NBA’s 30,000-point club

Dirk Nowitzki chuckled at the memory of he and Steve Nash trying to sneak in a few shots between YMCA games inside the closest thing the Dallas Mavericks had to a practice facility nearly 20 years ago. He also recalled a trying rookie season with the Mavericks that was compressed by a lockout, playing on three consecutive nights as a teenager and sometimes sitting out the entire game even when healthy for one of the worst franchises in pro sports.

Mavs’ Dirk Nowitzki reaches cusp of NBA’s 30,000-point club

Dirk Nowitzki chuckled at the memory of he and Steve Nash trying to sneak in a few shots between YMCA games inside the closest thing the Dallas Mavericks had to a practice facility nearly 20 years ago. He also recalled a trying rookie season with the Mavericks that was compressed by a lockout, playing on three consecutive nights as a teenager and sometimes sitting out the entire game even when healthy for one of the worst franchises in pro sports.

Mavs’ Dirk Nowitzki reaches cusp of NBA’s 30,000-point club

Dirk Nowitzki chuckled at the memory of he and Steve Nash trying to sneak in a few shots between YMCA games inside the closest thing the Dallas Mavericks had to a practice facility nearly 20 years ago. He also recalled a trying rookie season with the Mavericks that was compressed by a lockout, playing on three consecutive nights as a teenager and sometimes sitting out the entire game even when healthy for one of the worst franchises in pro sports.

Mavs’ Dirk Nowitzki reaches cusp of NBA’s 30,000-point club

Dirk Nowitzki chuckled at the memory of he and Steve Nash trying to sneak in a few shots between YMCA games inside the closest thing the Dallas Mavericks had to a practice facility nearly 20 years ago. He also recalled a trying rookie season with the Mavericks that was compressed by a lockout, playing on three consecutive nights as a teenager and sometimes sitting out the entire game even when healthy for one of the worst franchises in pro sports.

Mavs’ Dirk Nowitzki reaches cusp of NBA’s 30,000-point club

Dirk Nowitzki chuckled at the memory of he and Steve Nash trying to sneak in a few shots between YMCA games inside the closest thing the Dallas Mavericks had to a practice facility nearly 20 years ago. He also recalled a trying rookie season with the Mavericks that was compressed by a lockout, playing on three consecutive nights as a teenager and sometimes sitting out the entire game even when healthy for one of the worst franchises in pro sports.

Cuevas wins 3rd straight Brazil Open after 2 days

Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay has won his third straight Brazil Open – but it took him two days to do it. In the rain-delayed clay-court tournament, Cuevas finally wrapped up the title on Monday with a 6-7 , 6-4, 6-4 victory against Albert Ramos-Vinolas of Spain.

Cuevas wins 3rd straight Brazil Open after 2 days

Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay has won his third straight Brazil Open – but it took him two days to do it. In the rain-delayed clay-court tournament, Cuevas finally wrapped up the title on Monday with a 6-7 , 6-4, 6-4 victory against Albert Ramos-Vinolas of Spain.

Bucs DE Will Gholston signs 5-year contract extension

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end William Gholston has signed a five-year contract extension rather than test his worth in free agency. The versatile fifth-year pro who started 25 games over the past two seasons could earn an average of more than $5 million per year under the terms of a deal Gholston said he “couldn’t say no to” on Monday.

Bucs DE Will Gholston signs 5-year contract extension

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end William Gholston has signed a five-year contract extension rather than test his worth in free agency. The versatile fifth-year pro who started 25 games over the past two seasons could earn an average of more than $5 million per year under the terms of a deal Gholston said he “couldn’t say no to” on Monday.

Bucs DE Will Gholston signs 5-year contract extension

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end William Gholston has signed a five-year contract extension rather than test his worth in free agency. The versatile fifth-year pro who started 25 games over the past two seasons could earn an average of more than $5 million per year under the terms of a deal Gholston said he “couldn’t say no to” on Monday.

Pitt Divers Giordano and Sharp Earn NCAA Berths

Two University of Pittsburgh divers – Dominic Giordano and Meme Sharp – secured berths to the 2017 NCAA Championships after tremendous performances Monday on the opening day of action at the NCAA Zone A Diving Meet. Sharp won the 2017 NCAA Zone A 3-meter diving title with a sensational final six dives.

Pitt Divers Giordano and Sharp Earn NCAA Berths

Two University of Pittsburgh divers – Dominic Giordano and Meme Sharp – secured berths to the 2017 NCAA Championships after tremendous performances Monday on the opening day of action at the NCAA Zone A Diving Meet. Sharp won the 2017 NCAA Zone A 3-meter diving title with a sensational final six dives.