Sun, February 16, 2025

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: StamfordAdvocate

UConn women's basketball team stuns reigning national champion South Carolina on the road

The No. 7 UConn women's basketball team upset reigning national champion No. 4 South Carolina on the road thanks to a hot third quarter from Azzi Fudd.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: Talksport

Premier League LIVE: Maddison hits back at Keane, Amorim claims Man United job is so hard, Liverpool extend gap over Arsenal

The Premier League has another blockbuster gameweek in the history books and talkSPORT has all the latest reaction. James Maddison opened his account in 2025 by scoring Tottenham's winner in

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: Newsweek

Kings Star Zach LaVine Teases Return to Slam Dunk Contest Following Ja Morant Call Out

The Kings star hints at possibly another go around at the Slam Dunk competition after being called out by Ja Morant.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: AOL

NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for February 16

Connections Sports Edition is just like the regular Connections word puzzle, in that it's a game that resets at 12 a.m. EST each day and has 16 different words listed. It's up to you to figure out each group of four words that belong to a certain category,

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: Tbnewswatch

St. Ignatius High School takes home win at international cheer competition

THUNDER BAY — The St. Ignatius High School cheer team was in high spirits after returning from their second-place win in the WSCC Medium Varsity division at the International Cheer Union World School Cheerleading Championships earlier this week.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

12 Evansville-area wrestlers advance to state final

Southern Indiana wrestlers punched their ticket to Gainbridge Fieldhouse after semi-state competition at Ford Center: 126 lb class: Ty Henderson (Mater Dei) 132 lb class: Caleb Schaefer (Mater Dei) 138 lb class: Isaiah Schaefer (Mater Dei) 150 lb class: Alex Smith (Heritage Hills) 157 lb class: Deacon Dressler (Gibson Southern)

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

After success of curling team, POC to request funding for winter sports

The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) will request for major funding for the country's men's curling team, following their historic triumph in the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China last Friday.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Three-time Dunk Contest winners: How Mac McClung joined Nate Robinson with 2025 award

With a win in 2025, McClung became the only player to ever three-peat in the competition. Robinson, Jordan, Richardson and LaVine all went back-to-back in the Dunk Contest, but no

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Spurs All-Star Notes: McClung Misery, Wacky Wembanyama

The NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco has delivered unforgettable moments, especially for the San Antonio Spurs. From Mac McClung's historic dunk contest victory to the unexpected disqualification of Victor Wembanyama and Chris Paul in the Skills Challenge,

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

NASCAR's Hypocrisy in Court Exposed as Enraged Fans Hammer President's Response to FOX's IndyCar Favoritism

NASCAR has come under plenty of criticism lately. The post NASCAR's Hypocrisy in Court Exposed as Enraged Fans Hammer President's Response to FOX's IndyCar Favoritism appeared first on EssentiallySports.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Who won the NBA Dunk Contest 2025? Final scores, results, highlights on winner from All-Star Weekend

Mac McClung has made NBA Dunk Contest history. After making a name for himself in 2023 and 2024 as the first-ever G League player to compete in - and win - the Dunk Contest, McClung put on a show Saturday night to become the first player to ever three-peat in titles for the competition.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

What time is the NBA All-Star Game on today? TV channel, schedule, live streams, rosters, format for 2025 event

Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 NBA All-Star game, including TV channel and streaming options for the annual event.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Former 76ers Player Makes NBA History at 2025 All-Star Weekend

The former Philadelphia 76ers guard becomes the first player in NBA history to win the contest three times in a row. He now ties former New York Knicks guard Nate Robinson with three contest wins for the most in the history of the league.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

4 Nations Face-Off bracket 2025: Full schedule, scores, standings from NHL international tournament

The 4 Nations Face-Off is here. Four countries are competing against one another in an international hockey tournament for the right to be crowned champions of the world - and the faces of the NHL are all taking part.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

McClung's 4 perfect dunks clinch historic 3-peat; Herro wins 3s title

Orlando's Mac McClung dialed up a retro move Saturday in setting the tone to make NBA history as the only player to win three consecutive slam dunk contest titles.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Legendary Andre Agassi's Son Reveals Why He Chose Baseball Over Tennis Amid His Upcoming International Stint

If genes dictated destiny, Jaden Agassi would be swinging a tennis racket, not a baseball bat. The post Legendary Andre Agassi's Son Reveals Why He Chose Baseball Over Tennis Amid His Upcoming International Stint appeared first on EssentiallySports.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

How a Valkyries player views WNBA's conspicuous absence from NBA All-Star Weekend

The Golden State Valkyries unveiled their Chase Center locker room on Friday, the same day NBA All-Star Weekend activities opened in their future home, flooding the stadium with NBA signage and stars.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: WXOW

Over 1,000 students compete in State Ice Fishing Championship on Mississippi River

A fresh snowfall in the Coulee Region was a nice supplement as many were out on the Mississippi River between Trempealeau and Stoddard for the 2025 WIFA State Ice Fishing

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

When was the last time United States defeated Canada in best-on-best hockey?

Team USA defeated Team Canada 3-1 in both team's second match at the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night. It was an incredible effort by the Stars and Stripes to overcome a physical showing by the Canadians in their first best-on-best meeting since the 2016 World Cup.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Ames-area schools qualify 14 for the Iowa state wrestling tournament

The Ames area will send 14 boys to the state wrestling tournament. Ballard leads the way with six, Ames has five, Gilbert has two and Nevada has one.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul Disqualified From NBA All-Star Skills Challenge

Center Victor Wembanyama and guard Chris Paul of the San Antonio Spurs were both disqualified from the NBA Skills Challenge during NBA All-Star Weekend.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Harris Hill Ski Jump competitions cancelled for Sunday

A popular southern Vermont ski event has cancelled its Sunday plans. Due to the impending winter storm, competitions at the Harris Hill Ski Jump scheduled for Sunday February 16, 2025 have been canceled.

[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN

Who won the NBA Skills Challenge 2025? Final scores, results, highlights on winner from All-Star Weekend

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the NBA Skills Challenge on All-Star Saturday Night.
Sat, February 15, 2025

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: salisburypost

Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Sunday, February 16

The Sunday college basketball slate has plenty of quality competition in store. Our computer model has suggested picks against the spread for 10 games, among them the Nebraska Cornhuskers taking on the Northwestern Wildcats.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Newsweek

Ja Morant Teases NBA Slam Dunk Appearance Following Mac McClung Epic Performance

Memphis Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant hinted at a possible appearance in the Slam Dunk Competition while the 2025 Slam Dunk Competition is taking place. Morant is one of the more electrifying players in the NBA. He is arguably the most athletic player in the league; however, we have yet to see it on display in NBA All-Star Saturday night.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Newsweek

IndyCar Team Dale Coyne Racing Confirms New Driver for 2025 Season

Dale Coyne Racing has announced veteran driver Rinus VeeKay as their new pick for the entire 2025 IndyCar season.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MassLive

Watch Canada vs. USA: 4 Nations Face-Off free live stream

The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on ABC. Fans looking to watch this NHL game can do so for free by using FuboTV ($30 off first month) or DirecTV Stream, which both offer a free trial. SlingTV doesn't offer a free trial but has promotional offers available for streaming the game.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Covers

2025 NBA 3-Point Contest Predictions, Picks, Odds & Rules: Back Brunson

NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest predictions, odds and rules for Saturday, February 25 in San Fran. Picks for Jalen Brunson, Damian Lillard and more.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Covers

DraftKings NBA Pick6 Picks for Tonight's 3-Point Contest: Fantasy Basketball Lineup for Feb. 15

Rohit Ponnaiya's best NBA picks and lineup for playing DraftKings' NBA Pick6 on February 15, featuring Damian Lillard, Darius Garland, and Jalen Brunson.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Norman Powell's blunt All-Star admission ahead of 3-point contest

Norman Powell is set to compete in the 2025 Starry 3-Point Contest on Saturday night in San Francisco, but the Los Angeles Clippers guard is heading into the event with a competitive mindset and something to prove.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Newsweek

UFC Announces New Gloves Will be Permanently Removed From Competition

The UFC is officially doing away with the new gloves in all fights, as multiple fighters revealed multiple issues with new gloves.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Why Trump's transgender edict spells chaos for 2028 Olympics

The US president would have us believe the vexed issue of transgender participation in sport has been solved with one pen stroke. But the IOC and LA 2028 organisers didn't sign up for it.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Of all the positional needs, what's the Colts' biggest this offseason?

Of all the positional needs that the Indianapolis Colts have, which one is the biggest this offseason? General manager Chris Ballard mentioned in his season-ending press conference that the emphasis t

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Woods slated to tee it up in TGL after mother's death

Golf superstar Tiger Woods is scheduled to return to action Tuesday in his TGL simulator league, his first competition since his mother's death on February 4. The 15-time major champion announced on February 4 that his mother,

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

The Colts Won't Find Quarterback Competition in the 2025 NFL Draft

General Manager Chris Ballard made it clear that competition will come in 2025. The Colts have several needs, but their biggest need is shoring up their quarterback situation.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

WATCH: Virat Kohli fever hits Karachi as Pakistani fans show solidarity ahead of Champions Trophy

Cricket fever reached new heights in Karachi as crowds were seen enthusiastically chanting Virat Kohli's name outside the National Stadium following the Tri-nation ODI series final between Pakistan and New Zealand.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

FanDuel Sportsbook promo for NBA All-Star Weekend 2025: What to know, plus Dunk, 3-Point, ASG picks

The NBA's annual assemblage of athletic ability and celebrity, also known as All-Star Weekend, has arrived, and this year's festivities in the San Francisco Bay Area will feature players looking to make history as well as a new-look All-Star Game.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

2024-25 Richland County Winter Sports Postseason Tracker: Plymouth girls basketball wins first sectional title in 15 years

Who, when and where will Richland County boys basketball teams play in the postseason? 2024-25 Mansfield News Journal Winter Sports Postseason Schedule

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Full history of Los Angeles Lakers in the 3-Point and Slam Dunk Contests

The 3-Point and Slam Dunk Contest are both set to take place tonight. Here's every Los Angeles Laker that has ever participated in either.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Frankie Muniz celebrates strong Daytona finish, and it's no act

Actor-turned-driver Frankie Muniz hopes that his "awesome" finish in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Daytona earns him some respect.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Mac McClung and Damian Lillard aim for three-peats in dunk and 3-point contests

Orlando two-way player Mac McClung will try to become the first person to win three consecutive dunk contests at the NBA All-Star Saturday night festivities. McClung defended his title last year when he went airborne over Shaquille O'Neal and now goes for three in a row when he faces San Antonio rookie Stephon Castle,

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Preston North End vs Burnley LIVE: Championship result, final score and reaction

Follow live coverage as Preston North End face Burnley in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: sportscasting

Who Is Mac McClung? Meet The Two-Time Slam Dunk Contest Champion

Mac McClung is looking to take home his third Slam Dunk Contest trophy on Saturday night despite playing in just 5 NBA games in his career.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Projected $36 million Eagles Super Bowl hero predicted to bolt for Steelers

The Philadelphia Eagles have a slew of free agents to make decision on and one of them is a starting along the defensive line. One NFL analyst predicts that starter will ultimately leave for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Man City v Newcastle LIVE: Result as Erling Haaland injury blots win after Omar Marmoush hat-trick

Result as Erling Haaland injury blots win after Omar Marmoush hat-trick - Manchester City pulled away from Newcastle United in the Premier League after a sensational first-half hat-trick by January si

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Colts tackle biggest needs in 7-round 2025 NFL mock draft

Who did the Indianapolis Colts select in the latest seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft from Pro Football Network? The theme this offseason for GM Chris Ballard is going to be adding competition throughout the Colts' roster,

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Gallants edge past AmaZulu to secure Nedbank Cup quarter-final spot

Junior Zindonga's spectacular solo effort proved decisive as Marumo Gallants secured their place in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over AmaZulu at Dr Molemela Stadium. T

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

4 Nations Face-Off: NHL's new in-season tournament scores, players, format and more

Instead of an All-Star Game, the NHL and the NHLPA are holding the 4 Nations Face-Off, which runs from February 1

Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul Disqualified From NBA All-Star Skills Challenge

Center Victor Wembanyama and guard Chris Paul of the San Antonio Spurs were both disqualified from the NBA Skills Challenge during NBA All-Star Weekend.

The article from MSN discusses the NBA All Star Skills Challenge, where Victor Wembanyama and Chris Paul were disqualified. The event, which took place during the NBA All-Star weekend, featured various competitions including the Skills Challenge, where participants are tested on dribbling, passing, and shooting. Wembanyama, a highly-touted rookie, and veteran point guard Chris Paul were both part of the competition but did not advance due to their performances in the timed obstacle course. The challenge includes segments like the relay, passing, and shooting, and their disqualification came after they failed to meet the time requirements or complete the course effectively. The event highlights the blend of new talents and seasoned players, showcasing their skills in a fun, competitive environment.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/basketball/victor-wembanyama-chris-paul-disqualified-from-nba-all-star-skills-challenge/ar-AA1z8kAj