The Fast Break | Best of Jan. 28

LA Times
Markieff Morris went from odd man out to a key role in the Lakers' starting lineup
Markieff Morris put on a show against the Golden State Warriors as the Lakers lean on players to make bigger contributions with Anthony Davis sidelined by an injury.
2h ago
USA TODAY
Las Vegas pool season is here but will look different this year. Here's what you need to know.
Companies like MGM Resorts are encouraging guests to book lounge chairs, cabanas – and even pool access.
5h ago
Raleigh News and Observer
Luke DeCock’s AP Top 25 basketball poll ballot: Week 14
For the first time this season, there’s a new No. 2.
1h ago
LA Times
Elliott: Clippers remind us why their championship hopes once again could collapse
The Clippers are capable of beating the NBA's best teams, but against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks they showed some of their weaknesses.
3h ago
The State
Why Clemson QB target never saw himself as fallback option for Tigers
He received his offer after another quarterback recruit committed to Alabama.
2h ago
Associated Press
Tatis gets no-trade, hotel suite, right to buy luxury suite
Fernando Tatis Jr. gets a full no-trade provision through 2028 as part of his $330 million, 14-year contract with the San Diego Padres. Tatis will give up a percentage of his salary to a company called Big League Advance as part of a contract in which he accepted an up-front payment several years ago.
19h ago
The State
Gamecock great Kip Bouknight issues apology after saying R-word on baseball broadcast
The remark was made Sunday on SEC Network Plus as South Carolina hosted Clemson.
16h ago
Raleigh News and Observer
Why Clemson QB target never saw himself as fallback option for Tigers
He received his offer after another quarterback recruit committed to Alabama.
2h ago
LA Times
Dodgers defeat Oakland Athletics in their Cactus League opener
Veteran left-hander Mike Kickham, a non-roster invite, threw two scoreless innings in the Dodgers' 2-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics.
15h ago
The State
South Carolina locks in SEC tournament seed. Here’s how the rest of the bracket looks
The Texas A&M women are the No. 1 overall seed. South Carolina’s game time Friday is set.
18h ago
LA Times
Clippers take aim at Bucks, who have had their number
The Clippers have not beaten the Milwaukee Bucks during the Kawhi Leonard-Paul George era and look to change that Sunday.
2d ago
Associated Press
Byron gives NASCAR another surprise winner at Homestead
After years of seeing a handful of drivers — the same guys, really — dominate NASCAR's top level nearly every week, the Cup Series is experiencing a little parity to start the season. William Byron was the third surprise winner through three races this season with his victory Sunday at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Byron joined Michael McDowell and Christopher Bell as unlikely winners to start this season.
16h ago
LA Times
MLS is back, with a new team in the mix
After the shortest season in history due to the COVID-19 pandemic, MLS is ready to kickoff its 26th season on Monday with 27 teams.
20h ago
Raleigh News and Observer
UNC basketball at Syracuse: How to watch the game, betting lines
Tar Heels aim for season sweep of Orange Monday in the Carrier Dome
2h ago
Reuters
Djokovic ties Federer's record for most weeks as world No.1
Djokovic's ninth Australian Open title last month guaranteed that he would surpass Federer's record on March 8. Having reached another milestone in his illustrious career, Djokovic had said he would look to adjust his calendar and make overhauling Federer and Rafa Nadal's joint-record of 20 Grand Slam titles his top priority. "Now, after achieving the historic number one for the longest weeks at number one, it's going to be a relief for me because I'm going to focus all my attention on Slams mostly," the Serb had said after his title triumph at Melbourne Park.
3h ago
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
How the Nelson Cruz DFA (and a hilarious story) in 2008 applies now to Ronald Guzman
The first baseman is out of minor-league options this season, and the Texas Rangers don’t want to lose him on waivers.
21h ago
The State
Burton family battles continue in NASCAR’s next generation of drivers
You know brothers Jeff and Ward. Their NASCAR legacy continues with their sons in full-time Xfinity rides.
1d ago
Raleigh News and Observer
NHL divisional play appears to be breeding contempt between Canes and opponents
Hurricanes, Panthers had a chippy third period Saturday as the Central Division teams battled it out for the two points.
4h ago
Raleigh News and Observer
UNC basketball: Walker Kessler’s not a one-hit wonder
Tar Heels’ freshman center had been steadily building towards breakout game in win over Florida State.
1d ago
Associated Press
UConn in line for top seed in women's NCAA Tournament
UConn, Stanford, Texas A&M and South Carolina would be the top seeds if the women's NCAA Tournament began Sunday. The NCAA selection committee revealed the teams in line for the top 16 seeds, although none of Sunday's games were factored into the reveal. “It was a little easier now that we had one under our belts,” NCAA women’s basketball committee chair Nina King said.
18h ago

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