NCAA Tournament Expansion to 76 Teams Moves Toward Approval

about 1 month ago

NCAA Tournament Expansion to 76 Teams Moves Toward Approval

The Division I men’s and women’s basketball committees unanimously voted to expand March Madness from 68 to 76 teams, sources told CBS Sports. The change would start next year, pending additional approvals. The First Four would be replaced by a 24-team, 12-game opening round, with winners feeding into the traditional 64-team bracket.

By Raahib Singh

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about 1 month ago

Kenny Atkinson Takes Blame for James Harden’s Offensive Struggles in Game 2 vs. Pistons

Atkinson took responsibility for Harden's struggles in the second half, blaming his strategy for it. "We can’t have our hall of famer take two shots in the second half. I’ll take that one," Atkinson said. Trying to push the pace in the second half, the ball went away from Donovan Mitchell and Harden, which Atkinson admits was a mistake.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

J.B. Bickerstaff on How Pistons Are Staying True to Their Defensive Identity

Despite facing whistles that he and Pistons players didn't agree with, Bickerstaff says they have to be who they are on defense. "We have to stay true to our identity. Continue to be physical, continue to be handsy, and just wear on them," Bickerstaff said. He emphasized how the Pistons can't allow it to keep them out of their game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

OKC Goes Up 2-0 After 125-107 Win Over Lakers In Game 2

about 1 month ago

OKC Goes Up 2-0 After 125-107 Win Over Lakers In Game 2

Lakers led at one point in 3Q were 71-70. After giving this lead up, they never regained it. LeBron and Reaves combined for 54 points but it wasn't enough. Shai, Chet, and Ajay Mitchell all had 20+ points. OKC won the turnover battle as this was the key to their win. Lakers are down 0-2 as they head to LA.

By Samir Mehdi

about 1 month ago

Donovan Mitchell Claims The Cavs Have Found A Weakness Within The Pistons

Despite the Cavs going down 0-2 to Detroit after a 107-97 loss, Donovan is confident as the series heads back to Cleveland. When asked if they've found a weakness in Detroit, he simply said, "Yes." He had 31 points and 6 rebounds tonight while Jarrett Allen had 22 points and 7 rebounds. Harden unfortunately up 10 points and 4 turnovers.

By Samir Mehdi

NBA Playoff Bracket Update (May 7th)

about 1 month ago

NBA Playoff Bracket Update (May 7th)

Both the Cavs and the Lakers went down 0-2 today to the Pistons and the Thunder, respectively. Harden had merely 10 points and 4 turnovers today while Cade dropped 10 points in the fourth to seal the deal. The Lakers continually went off on the refs all night while losing 125-107 as Shai, Chet, and Ajay dropped 20+ points each.

By Samir Mehdi

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