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Oakland's Jack Gohlke (3) reacts after hitting a 3-point shot against Kentucky during the second half of a college basketball game in the first round of the men's NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

Jack Gohlke makes 10 3s as Oakland delivers first true shock of March Madness, beating Kentucky

Jack Gohlke made 10 3-pointers and 14th-seeded Oakland delivered the first true shock of this year’s March Madness, beating third-seeded Kentucky 80-76 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
 
Los Angeles Dodgers' designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, right, chats with his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara during an exhibition baseball game between Team Korea and the Los Angeles Dodgers at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea, Monday, March 18, 2024. Ohtani’s interpreter and close friend has been fired by the Dodgers following allegations of illegal gambling and theft from the Japanese baseball star. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)

The IRS is investigating Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter and an alleged bookmaker. Here’s what we know

 
Kansas guard Nicolas Timberlake (25) brings the ball up-court between Samford forward Nathan Johnson, left, and guard Dallas Graziani (12) during the first half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament in Salt Lake City, Thursday, March 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Isaac Hale)

Jayhawks get friendly late whistle to advance in March Madness with 93-89 victory over Samford

 
Dayton forward DaRon Holmes II (15) celebrates his team's victory over Nevada after a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament in Salt Lake City, Thursday, March 21, 2024 (AP Photo/Isaac Hale)

DaRon Holmes II and Dayton rally from 17 points down to beat Nevada 63-60 in March Madness

 
Duquesne forward Jakub Necas (7) celebrates after a three-point basket against BYU in the first half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Omaha, Neb. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Put up your Dukes! No. 11 seed Duquesne provides some March Madness with NCAA upset of BYU

 

March Madness
Michigan State guard Tyson Walker drives to the basket past Mississippi State forward D.J. Jeffries during the first half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Michigan State guard Tyson Walker drives to the basket past Mississippi State forward D.J. Jeffries during the first half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Tom Izzo, Michigan State pick up another first-round win in March Madness, topping Mississippi State

Tyson Walker scored 19 points and Michigan State coach Tom Izzo picked up his 20th win in the first round of the NCAA Tournament as his ninth-seeded Spartans beat eighth-seeded Mississippi State 69-51.
 
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FAU’s Dusty May enters March Madness eyeing return to Final Four as speculation swirls about future

 

March Madness: Creighton outmuscles Akron for 77-60 win in NCAA Tournament opener

 

Kentucky’s loss to unheralded Oakland crushes millions of March Madness brackets

 
South Carolina center Kamilla Cardoso vies for the ball with LSU forward Angel Reese during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Southeastern Conference women's tournament final Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Greenville, S.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Who will reach the women’s Final Four and win it all? A March Madness bracket analysis

 

  1. March Madness: How to watch the women’s NCAA Tournament and what to watch for

  2. Louisville women could get chance to again knock out Mulkey’s reigning champ in NCAA tourney

  3. Aaliyah Gayles is the joyous spirit behind USC’s rise to a No. 1 seed in women’s NCAA Tournament

What’s your game?

NFL

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz acknowledges tough salary cap decisions had to be made

 

  1. Lions release Cameron Sutton as search for defensive back continues on domestic violence warrant

  2. Ex-Saints receiver Michael Thomas entering diversion in case stemming from arrest last fall

  3. Bills sign safety Mike Edwards to a 1-year contract, adding potential starter to revamped secondary

College Basketball

Washington State's Isaac Jones (13) is fouled on his way to the basket by Drake's Darnell Brodie (51) during the second half of a first-round college basketball game in the NCAA Tournament Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Omaha, Neb. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Washington State survives maddening 2nd half to beat Drake 66-61 in March Madness

 

  1. Ben Middlebrooks scores career-high 21 points, N.C. State stays hot in 80-67 win over Texas Tech

  2. Another early exit for Kentucky, Calipari shows his program is far removed from its heyday

  3. Knecht, Aidoo help No. 2 seed Tennessee roll past 15-seed Saint Peter’s in March Madness

NBA

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter drives between Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) and guard Devin Booker during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Devin Booker scores 30 points, Suns get hot from 3-point range to beat Hawks 128-115

 

  1. Porter and Jokic turn in big nights, lead Nuggets to 113-100 win over Knicks

  2. Luka Doncic leads Mavericks past Jazz, 113-97, into 6th place in West

  3. Jalen Green scores 26 points as Rockets win 7th straight, beat Bulls 127-117

NHL

Tampa Bay Lightning center Brayden Point, left, scores a goal against San Jose Sharks goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood during the third period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, March 21, 2024, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Brayden Point scores twice, Nikita Kucherov has 4 assists in Lightning’s 4-1 win over Sharks

 

  1. Defenseman Nikita Zadorov scores twice, West-leading Canucks beat Canadiens 4-1

  2. Dostal gets first shutout, Killorn scores twice as Ducks beat Blackhawks 4-0 to end 7-game skid

  3. Zach Hyman scores 47th and 48th goals to help Oilers rout Sabres, 8-3

Soccer

United States' Haji Wright, right, shoots a goal in front of Jamaica's Joel Latibeaudiere during the first overtime half of a CONCACAF Nations League semifinals soccer match, Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Haji Wright scores twice in extra time, US beats Jamaica 3-1 to reach CONCACAF Nations League final

 

  1. Former soccer star Robinho starts 9-year prison sentence in Brazil for 2013 rape in Italy

  2. Deniz Undav eyes Germany debut and shot at Euro 2024 squad

  3. Betting scandal with Ohtani’s interpreter is far from the first in professional sports

Golf

Malia Nam tees off at the 16th hole during the first round of LPGA's Fir Hills Seri Pak Championship golf tournament in Palos Verdes Estates, Calif., Thursday, March 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Maude-Aimee Leblanc of Canada shoots 64 to take LPGA Tour lead at Palos Verdes

 

  1. Streelman puts his new gadget to use on the greens. He leads at Innisbrook with 64

  2. Spieth is part of a big field at Valspar. That’s a big opportunity for players not in the Masters

  3. Column: Scottie Scheffler has a big golf game. What he doesn’t have is a big head

Auto Racing

Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz, left, of Spain talks with a teammate following the first practice session of the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at Albert Park, in Melbourne, Australia, Friday, March 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake)

Sainz returns to F1 racing in Australia after missing the Saudi GP because of appendix surgery

 

  1. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff hopes his wife’s legal action brings F1’s governance into the real world

  2. NASCAR’s next big hopeful makes national series debut as teenager Zilisch races truck at COTA

  3. Hamilton praises F1 Academy director Susie Wolff over legal action against FIA

MLB

FILE - Los Angeles Dodgers' J.D. Martinez watches his two-run home run off Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Chris Flexen during the first inning of a baseball game Sept. 28, 2023, in Denver. Martinez has a new home, agreeing to a $12 million, one-year contract with the New York Mets on Thursday, March 21, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the agreement was pending a physical. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

J.D. Martinez agrees to $12 million, 1-year contract with the New York Mets, AP source says

 

  1. Mets right-hander Senga given medical clearance, may begin throwing within 1 week

  2. Who is Ippei Mizuhara? Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter was fired over gambling allegations

  3. In Japan, Ohtani’s ‘perfect person’ image could take a hit with firing of interpreter over gambling

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Hurricanes make 14 changes but still beat Melbourne Rebels 54-28 in Super Rugby

The Hurricanes have flaunted their depth in a 54-28 win over the Melbourne Rebels in Super Rugby Pacific.
 

Nebraska Cornhuskers play Texas A&M Aggies in opening round of NCAA Tournament

The Nebraska Cornhuskers and Texas A&M Aggies square off in the NCAA Tournament opening round. The teams square off Friday for the first time this season.
 

San Diego State Aztecs play the UAB Blazers in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 24 San Diego State Aztecs play the UAB Blazers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.
 

Houston Cougars and Longwood Lancers square off in the first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 2 Houston Cougars square off against the Longwood Lancers in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Friday’s matchup is the first this season between the teams.
 

Baylor Bears play the Colgate Raiders in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 14 Baylor Bears take on the Colgate Raiders in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams play Friday for the first time this season.
 

Creighton and Oregon square off in second round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 11 Creighton Bluejays play the Oregon Ducks in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams square off Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Arizona Wildcats and Dayton Flyers meet in NCAA Tournament second round

The No. 9 Arizona Wildcats and Dayton Flyers square off in the NCAA Tournament second round. Saturday’s meeting is the first this season between the two squads.
 

Clemson Tigers and New Mexico Lobos meet in the first round of NCAA Tournament

The Clemson Tigers and New Mexico Lobos square off in the NCAA Tournament opening round. Friday’s meeting is the first of the season for the two teams.
 

Cincinnati meets Bradley in NIT

The Cincinnati Bearcats take on the Bradley Braves in the National Invitation Tournament. The teams match up Saturday for the first time this season.
 

UCSD and Chicago State play in CBI Tournament

Chicago State Cougars (12-18) vs. UCSD Tritons (21-11, 15-5 Big West)

Daytona Beach, Florida; Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EDT
 

Seton Hall and North Texas square off in NIT matchup

The Seton Hall Pirates square off against the North Texas Mean Green in the National Invitation Tournament. The teams meet Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Duke and Vermont square off in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 13 Duke Blue Devils and Vermont Catamounts meet in the NCAA Tournament opening round. The teams square off Friday for the first time this season.
 

Auburn plays Yale in opening round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 7 Auburn Tigers and Yale Bulldogs meet in the NCAA Tournament first round. The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.
 

Purdue Boilermakers play Grambling Tigers in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 3 Purdue Boilermakers and Grambling Tigers square off in the NCAA Tournament first round. The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.
 

Norfolk State squares off against Alabama A&M in TBC matchup

The Norfolk State Spartans and Alabama A&M Bulldogs square off in The Basketball Classic. The teams meet Saturday for the first time this season.
 

UConn Huskies and Stetson Hatters meet in the opening round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 1 UConn Huskies play in the first round of the NCAA Tournament against the Stetson Hatters . Friday’s matchup is the first of the season between the teams.
 

Florida Atlantic Owls take on Northwestern Wildcats in opening round of NCAA Tournament

The Florida Atlantic Owls square off against the Northwestern Wildcats in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.
 

Illinois Fighting Illini and Duquesne Dukes meet in NCAA Tournament second round

The No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini and Duquesne Dukes square off in the NCAA Tournament second round. The teams match up Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Utah State and TCU meet in opening round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 20 Utah State Aggies play in the first round of the NCAA Tournament against the TCU Horned Frogs . The teams play Friday for the first time this season.
 

Tennessee Volunteers and Texas Longhorns play in NCAA Tournament second round

The No. 6 Tennessee Volunteers play the Texas Longhorns in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Saturday’s matchup is the first of the season for the squads.
 

Iowa State Cyclones square off against the Washington State Cougars in second round

The No. 4 Iowa State Cyclones and No. 25 Washington State Cougars meet in the NCAA Tournament second round. The teams square off Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Arkansas State and Bethune-Cookman square off in CBI Tournament

The Arkansas State Red Wolves and Bethune-Cookman Wildcats meet in the College Basketball Invitational. The teams match up Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Kansas and Gonzaga play in second round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 17 Kansas Jayhawks take on the No. 18 Gonzaga Bulldogs in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams square off Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Marquette Golden Eagles play the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 8 Marquette Golden Eagles play in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers .
 

Wisconsin faces James Madison in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 23 Wisconsin Badgers play in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament against the James Madison Dukes .
 

Alabama Crimson Tide play the Charleston (SC) Cougars in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 19 Alabama Crimson Tide face the Charleston (SC) Cougars in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams play Friday for the first time this season.
 

Florida takes on Colorado in first round of NCAA Tournament

The Florida Gators and Colorado Buffaloes square off in the NCAA Tournament first round. Friday’s matchup is the first of the season for the squads.
 

North Carolina and Michigan State square off in second round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 5 North Carolina Tar Heels and Michigan State Spartans play in the NCAA Tournament second round. The teams play Saturday for the first time this season.
 

Saint Mary’s Gaels play Grand Canyon Antelopes in first round of NCAA Tournament

The No. 15 Saint Mary’s Gaels play in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament against the Grand Canyon Antelopes . The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.
 

Seattle U and Delaware State meet in CBI Tournament

The Seattle U Redhawks play the Delaware State Hornets in the College Basketball Invitational. The teams square off Saturday for the first time this season.