General Sports 8-Hour Briefing

College Basketball

Duke claimed the No. 1 spot in the men's AP poll for a record 149th time. UConn remains unanimous No. 1 heading into the postseason undefeated. Meanwhile, Miami (Ohio) AD challenged Bruce Pearl over comments about the Red Hawks' NCAA tournament worthiness.

NFL & College Football

The Colorado Buffaloes mourned teammate Dominiq Ponder at practice after the 23-year-old quarterback died in a single-car crash Sunday.

Rugby Union

Former England player Anthony Watson revealed he cheated a concussion test during the 2017 Lions tour of New Zealand. Jamie George said rugby's approach to head injuries has changed dramatically during his career. Paul O'Connell praised Ireland's pre-match plans after their Six Nations win over England.

High School Basketball

The Chipotle Nationals approach as the high school basketball postseason kicks into gear. In recruiting news, Duke secured the No. 1 spot in the 2026 boys' class rankings.

Basketball

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to return Monday against the Boston Celtics. Kelsey Plum called the WNBA's CBA offer a "significant win" but urged continued negotiations.

Soccer

Inter Miami surged in MLS Power Rankings after their comeback win, with Lionel Messi leading the defending champions.

Fantasy Basketball

Dejounte Murray and Precious Achiuwa are among the top pickups for fantasy basketball this week.

Legal News

A mistrial was declared in a Miami murder case after jurors reported being hopelessly deadlocked on their second day of deliberations.

NHL

The NHL trade deadline passed with numerous deals made before the March 6 cutoff.