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No. 12 Nebraska hosts Maryland at Pinnacle Bank Arena as Pryce Sandfort erupts for a career-high 33 points and eight 3-pointers to fuel a win-securement push toward March Madness; the Huskers are 23-4 (12-4 Big Ten) while Maryland, in Buzz Williams’ first year, sits at 11-16. Tip-off is 6 p.m. CST on the Big Ten Network.
A February 21, 2026 preview by Adam Burke analyzes the Michigan vs. Duke college basketball matchup, providing context for the game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, highlighting key players and factors, and outlining betting odds and a projection for the result.
No. 16 North Carolina travels to the JMA Wireless Dome for a road rematch with Syracuse after an 82-58 loss to NC State. With Caleb Wilson out and Henri Veesaar questionable, UNC must lean on its guards and frontcourt depth while Syracuse—led by Donnie Freeman with support from Nate Kingz and JJ Starling—tests UNC’s interior and perimeter defense. The Tar Heels previously built a 32-point lead in their last meeting but had to hold on to win 87-77; this game in Syracuse will require better execution and ball control to avoid a similar collapse.
Louisville (19-6, 8-4) heads to Dallas to face SMU (17-8, 6-6) at Moody Coliseum for a non-conference clash broadcast on ESPN2. The Cardinals lead the series 10-2 and won 88-74 in the Jan. 31 matchup in Louisville, while SMU boasts a high-powered offense led by Boopie Miller (18.9 ppg) and Jaron Pierre Jr. (17.4 ppg). SMU ranks near the top of the ACC in scoring and assists, making this a test for Louisville’s defense and a potential signature win for the Mustangs. Ken Pomeroy projects a tight game (Louisville 84, SMU 82) as both teams seek momentum down the stretch.
Capcom’s Pragmata is shown running on Nintendo Switch 2 at a preview event, with handheld and docked footage, and the sci‑fi action adventure is slated to launch for Switch 2 on April 24, 2026.
Nintendo Life’s Ollie Reynolds shares five takeaways from a hands-on with the Virtual Boy on Nintendo Switch Online ahead of its February 17, 2026 launch: the hardware feels sturdy and visually striking, but there’s no official Virtual Boy controller which hurts the full experience; you can tweak the screen and viewing angle for better focus, and you’ll want a proper play setup (desk height, posture) to enjoy it; some launch titles like Virtual Boy Wario Land and Red Alarm look great, while Zero Racers and D‑Hopper aren’t playable at launch; a cardboard variant is also available, and the headset is priced at £66.99 / $99.99.
No. 5 Nebraska returns home to Pinnacle Bank Arena for a Saturday-afternoon showdown with No. 9 Illinois after a 75–72 loss to No. 3 Michigan. NU hopes star returners Braden Frager and Rienk Mast can help them rebound, while Illinois features a tall front line led by Tomislav and Zvonimir Ivisic and freshman Keaton Wagler. The game is set for 3 p.m. CST on FS1, with Husker Radio coverage available; keys include rebounding and handling Illinois’ size as Nebraska aims to extend its Big Ten lead.
UNC travels to Atlanta to face Georgia Tech hoping to snap a rough January by snagging a third straight ACC win. Tech plays at the fastest tempo in ACC play but turns the ball over at a high rate, giving UNC important transition opportunities; UNC has a mixed history in McCamish Pavilion and the matchup also features a Damon Stoudamire vs. Hubert Davis coaching storyline.
Seattle hosts the Rams in the NFC Championship as LA leans on Kyren Williams and a stout O-line to protect Stafford, while Seattle, now relying on Kenneth Walker III after Zach Charbonnet’s ACL injury, features Sam Darnold at QB; a Graham Searles preview leans Seattle to win on a last‑possession drive, with Kevin Dotson highlighted as the Rams’ key blocker and Stafford’s recent rhythm questioned.
Chelsea, buoyed by three wins in four under interim boss Liam Rosenior, travel to a Crystal Palace side in turmoil after a winless run and heavy transfer speculation; Palace expect Mateta to play despite rumours, with Guéhi potentially leaving and Muñoz/Sarr returning, while Chelsea cope with injuries (Lavia, Essugo, Jörgensen) and may seek loan options. Kickoff is Sunday at Selhurst Park with rain forecast and TV/streaming details.
No. 7 Nebraska visits Minnesota for a Saturday morning Big Ten clash after a narrow win over Washington that left freshman Braden Frager day-to-day with an ankle injury. The Huskers rely on scorers like Pryce Sandfort as they navigate a thinner Minnesota roster that has been hampered by injuries, and with Michigan looming next week NU aims to squeeze out a road win to preserve its unblemished start, airing on FS1.
No. 17 Alabama plans to start 7-foot center Charles Bediako, who turned pro in 2023, in a key matchup against Tennessee.
The Seahawks Syndicate previews the NFC Championship game against the Rams, detailing Seattle’s plan to slow Stafford and the Rams’ passing attack, how to limit Puka Nacua, and the impact of life without Zach Charbonnet, along with concerns like left tackle injuries and potential X-factor players; the episode, hosted by Bryce Coutts, Dan Viens, and Brandon Cain, streams live for about two hours with a replay, and the crew also teases Senior Bowl coverage in Mobile, including discussions on whether Sam Darnold could have a career-defining moment and lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl.
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Chicago Blackhawks on Jan. 22 on ESPN+/Hulu, aiming to extend a three-game winning streak after a 2-1 win over the Sabres, with Svechnikov and Aho heating up and either Brandon Bussi or Frederik Andersen in net; Chicago is led by Connor Bedard, and Hurricanes also provide injury updates as they prepare to travel to Ottawa afterward.
The Chicago Bears host the Los Angeles Rams in a divisional-round playoff at Soldier Field. This preview highlights the essential context, likely matchups, and strategic angles to watch before kickoff (full article available to subscribers).