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Chiney Ogwumike Calls Azzi Fudd College Basketball’s Best Shooter

Ogwumike made Fudd’s draft case after UConn’s Second Round rout of Syracuse, where she poured in 34 points and hit 8 of 11 from 3 while sitting out the fourth quarter. “She is the best shooter in college basketball, period,” Ogwumike said, adding the performance made her wonder, “How can you not pick her No. 1?"

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Alexis Ohanian Wanted UVA to Contend; Months Later, the Hoos Reached the Sweet 16

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John Calipari Says Today’s Transfer Era Would’ve Stopped His UMass, Memphis Runs

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Carmelo Anthony Says Kiyan’s Basketball IQ “Don’t Get Enough Credit”

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Alabama's Aden Holloway Denies Drug Case Allegations as Crimson Tide Stay Alive

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Alabama's Aden Holloway Denies Drug Case Allegations as Crimson Tide Stay Alive

Holloway is contesting felony marijuana charges after Tuscaloosa police said they found 2.1 pounds, cash, and packaging materials in his residence. In Monday’s filing, his lawyer wrote he “denies each and every material allegation” and demanded “strict proof” at trial. Alabama’s guard, averaging 16.8 points, has been suspended and missed the Tide’s first two NCAA Tournament games.

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