North Carolina defeated Wake Forest 87-84 in a close game marked by free throw struggles and key defensive plays, extending their home winning streak to 11 games and marking their 500th win at the Smith Center. The game featured strong performances from Veesaar and Wilson, with Young stepping up off the bench, and highlighted Wake's three-point shooting prowess. UNC now prepares for a challenging road schedule after this victory.
The article provides a detailed play-by-play account of the college basketball game between SMU Mustangs and Duke Blue Devils on January 10, 2026, highlighting key moments, scores, and player actions throughout the game.
The Florida Gators defeated the No. 21 Tennessee Volunteers 91-67 in a dominant home performance, with Boogie Fland leading the way with a season-high 23 points after a six-week slump, and Reuben Chinyelu posting a double-double. The Gators shot efficiently and controlled the game, ending Tennessee's 70-game streak of allowing the most points in a game this season. Florida now prepares for upcoming SEC road games, including a visit to Oklahoma and Vanderbilt.
Kentucky, with a 9-6 record and 0-2 in SEC, prepares to host Mississippi State, which is 10-5 and on a six-game winning streak, in a crucial SEC matchup at Rupp Arena. The game also features a tribute to the 1966 Kentucky team, highlighting the ongoing challenges and resilience of the Wildcats after a recent loss to Missouri.
No. 23 Virginia (13-2) will host Stanford (13-3) in an ACC game at John Paul Jones Arena on January 10, with the game sold out. Virginia, led by new head coach Ryan Odom, aims to extend its 10-game home winning streak. The Cavaliers are strong offensively, averaging 86.1 points, and excel in rebounding and three-point shooting. Stanford, with a 1-8 all-time record against Virginia, seeks to improve after last year's loss. The game will be broadcast on The CW and Virginia Sports Radio Network.
No. 25 Nebraska women's basketball team narrowly defeated Indiana 78-73, with Britt Prince scoring 20 points including key fourth-quarter plays, helping Nebraska improve to 14-2 overall. The game featured strong performances from multiple players, strategic defense, and rebounding, with Nebraska overcoming Indiana's comeback attempts to secure the win.
Kentucky lost to Missouri 73-68 in a close college basketball game at Rupp Arena, with Otega Oweh leading Kentucky with 20 points, but Missouri secured the win with late free throws. Kentucky's upcoming game is against Mississippi State.
The 10th-ranked Nebraska basketball team remained undefeated at 15-0 with a 72-69 win over Ohio State, thanks to a late 9-0 run and strong performances from all players, including clutch free throws by Lawrence. Nebraska's balanced offense and strong rebounding helped secure the victory, marking their best start in school history and their first top-10 ranking since 1966.
The latest men's college basketball Power 37 rankings see BYU entering the top 10 after a strong start in the Big 12, while Michigan State drops to No. 13 following a loss to Nebraska. The rankings highlight ongoing team performances and shifts as conference play begins, with notable teams like Arizona, Michigan, and UConn maintaining top positions, and Miami (Ohio) emerging as an undefeated surprise at 15-0.
The fifth-ranked LSU women's basketball team lost to 12th-ranked Vanderbilt 65-61 in a close game, with Vanderbilt's Mikayla Blakes scoring 32 points to lead her team to victory. LSU's defense improved after a rough start, but Vanderbilt's three-point shooting and late-game performance secured the win. LSU falls to 14-2, while Vanderbilt remains undefeated at 15-0.
San Diego State basketball secured a 110-107 triple overtime victory over Boise State, remaining undefeated in Mountain West play, with standout performances from BJ Davis and Elzie Harrington.
The University of North Carolina men's basketball team suffered a significant 97-83 loss to SMU, with SMU's guard Boopie Miller leading a high-scoring second half that overwhelmed UNC's defense. Despite shooting 48%, UNC struggled defensively, allowing SMU to shoot 60%, highlighting defensive issues rather than offensive problems. The game emphasized SMU's potent offense and UNC's need to improve defensive consistency.
The article provides a detailed play-by-play account of a college basketball game between Duke Blue Devils and Florida State Seminoles on January 3, 2026, highlighting key moments, scores, and player actions throughout the game.
The No. 5 LSU women's basketball team is set to play its first SEC road game against No. 12 Vanderbilt in Nashville, continuing a winning streak against the Commodores and leading the nation in multiple statistical categories. The game will be broadcast on ESPN and LSU fans are encouraged to listen on the radio. LSU aims to extend its winning streak and potentially see Flau’jae Johnson reach 1,800 career points.
SMU defeated North Carolina 97-83 with a strong second-half performance, led by key players Boopie Miller, Corey Washington, and BJ Edwards, showcasing offensive efficiency and physicality that outmatched the Tar Heels, who are still adjusting their offensive leadership. The game featured notable contributions from Jarin Stevenson and a large crowd of alumni, with UNC preparing to face Wake Forest next.
