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Stripes edge USA on buzzer-beater in revamped NBA All-Star format
sports13 days ago

Stripes edge USA on buzzer-beater in revamped NBA All-Star format

In the newly structured NBA All-Star format, Team Stripes defeated Team USA 42-40 on a De'Aaron Fox buzzer-beater after a late comeback, with Jaylen Brown scoring 11 for Stripes and Edwards and Cade Cunningham each tallying 11 for USA. Earlier, USA Stars beat Team World 37-35 in overtime, as Edwards led USA Stars with 13 and Victor Wembanyama paced Team World with 14. The games are part of a round-robin format in Los Angeles leading to a championship and prize pool, with Stripes 1-0, USA Stars 1-1, and Team World 0-1 in the standings.

Trimble's buzzer-beater lifts UNC past Duke in dramatic rivalry finish
sports21 days ago

Trimble's buzzer-beater lifts UNC past Duke in dramatic rivalry finish

North Carolina's Seth Trimble hit a corner 3 with 0.4 seconds left to give the 14th-ranked Tar Heels a 71-68 win over Duke at the Smith Center, marking UNC's first and only lead after trailing by as many as 13. Caleb Wilson led UNC with 23 points, while Cameron Boozer scored 24 for Duke; Henri Veesaar added 13 in the second half, including the tying 3, and fans rushed the court after the comeback as Duke's final shot failed to connect.

Jeremy Roach's Buzzer-Beater Lifts Baylor Over St. John's in Double OT Thriller
sports1 year ago

Jeremy Roach's Buzzer-Beater Lifts Baylor Over St. John's in Double OT Thriller

Baylor's men's basketball team, ranked No. 15, secured a thrilling 99-98 double-overtime victory against St. John's in the Baha Mar Championship semifinals, thanks to a buzzer-beating three-pointer by Jeremy Roach. Roach, a transfer from Duke, has made a significant impact on the team, showcasing his experience and skill. Baylor will face Tennessee in the championship game. Roach's performance has helped maintain Baylor's position in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings.

"Minnesota State Mankato Secures Division II Men's Basketball Title with Buzzer-Beating Win"
sports1 year ago

"Minnesota State Mankato Secures Division II Men's Basketball Title with Buzzer-Beating Win"

Minnesota State Mankato's men's basketball team clinched their first Division II national title with a thrilling 88-85 victory over Nova Southeastern, thanks to Kyreese Willingham's buzzer-beating three-pointer. This win, following the women's team's championship triumph, marks the first time a university has secured both the men's and women's D-II titles in the same year since 1984.

Houston Survives Texas A&M in OT Thriller to Secure Sweet 16 Spot
sports1 year ago

Houston Survives Texas A&M in OT Thriller to Secure Sweet 16 Spot

Houston narrowly escapes Texas A&M in a thrilling NCAA Tournament game, winning 100-95 in overtime after a buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Texas A&M's Andersson Garcia forced the extra period. Despite four of their five starters fouling out, Houston held on for the win, with guard Emanuel Sharp leading the scoring with a career-high 30 points. The victory advances Houston to the Sweet 16, where they will face No. 4 seed Duke.

"Kyrie Irving's Left-Handed Heroics Seal Mavericks' Victory Over Nuggets"
sports1 year ago

"Kyrie Irving's Left-Handed Heroics Seal Mavericks' Victory Over Nuggets"

Kyrie Irving sinks a left-handed hook shot at the buzzer to give the Dallas Mavericks a 107-105 win over the Denver Nuggets, impressing both teammates and opponents. This marks Irving's second game-winning buzzer-beater of his career, with the shot being the second-longest hook shot made by any player this season. The win puts the Mavericks in contention to avoid the play-in scenario as they continue to climb the Western Conference standings.

Kyrie Irving's Unbelievable Left-Handed Buzzer-Beater Stuns Nuggets
sports1 year ago

Kyrie Irving's Unbelievable Left-Handed Buzzer-Beater Stuns Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets lost to the Dallas Mavericks after Kyrie Irving made a miraculous buzzer-beater hook shot with his off hand, leaving the Nuggets in awe of his talent. Despite the loss, the Nuggets were content with their defensive efforts and recognized the statistical anomalies that contributed to the defeat. Nikola Jokic and his teammates acknowledged the beauty of basketball, emphasizing the resilience and unpredictability of the game.

Yale Secures NCAA Spot with Buzzer-Beater Win Over Brown
sports1 year ago

Yale Secures NCAA Spot with Buzzer-Beater Win Over Brown

Yale clinched the Ivy League title and secured a spot in the NCAA tournament with a thrilling 62-61 victory over Brown, as Matt Knowling hit a buzzer-beating jumper to seal the win. The Bulldogs overcame a late deficit, capping off the game with an 8-1 run. This marks Yale's seventh NCAA tournament appearance, while Brown's hopes for their first tournament berth since 1986 were dashed in a heartbreaking finish.

Yale Clinches Ivy League Title and NCAA Tournament Spot with Buzzer-Beater Victory
sports1 year ago

Yale Clinches Ivy League Title and NCAA Tournament Spot with Buzzer-Beater Victory

Yale Bulldogs defeated the Brown Bears 62-61 in the Ivy Championship with a buzzer-beating shot, ending Brown's dream run and NCAA tournament hopes. Brown had a late lead, but Yale rallied with eight points in the final 22 seconds, securing the win and a spot in the tournament. Despite Brown's unexpected season turnaround, they fell just short of the championship, leaving Yale to face the upcoming tournament while Brown reflects on their impressive performance.

NC State's Buzzer-Beater Journey to ACC Championship Game
sports1 year ago

NC State's Buzzer-Beater Journey to ACC Championship Game

NC State's men's basketball team secured a spot in the ACC Championship game for the first time since 2007 after a dramatic three-point buzzer beater forced overtime in their 73-65 victory over Virginia. Michael O'Connell's clutch shot in the dying seconds of regulation propelled the Wolfpack to the championship game, where they will face top-seeded North Carolina. A win in the championship game would mark NC State's first title since 1987, and they have the opportunity to secure the ACC's automatic bid for the NCAA Division 1 men’s basketball tournament.

NC State's Buzzer-Beater OT Win Over Virginia Propels Them to ACC Tourney Final
sports1 year ago

NC State's Buzzer-Beater OT Win Over Virginia Propels Them to ACC Tourney Final

NC State continues its stunning run in the ACC tournament with a buzzer-beater to force overtime and ultimately defeat Virginia, securing their fourth win in four nights. The Wolfpack will face UNC in the final, aiming to become a full bid thief in the March Madness picture. Despite a challenging regular season, NC State's unexpected surge has positioned them as a formidable opponent for UNC in the upcoming final.