Rothstein: Friday's Sweet 16 Primer; Predictions, Key Matchups & More
Florida Gulf Coast is without question the story of the tournament -- but they're not going to beat Florida.
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Florida Gulf Coast is without question the story of the tournament -- but they're not going to beat Florida.
The dream run was bound to end. La Salle had defied so many odds to reach the Sweet 16.
With its 2-3 zone defense disruptive from start to finish, and Michael Carter-Williams pouring in 24 points, fourth-seeded Syracuse upset No. 1 seed Indiana 61-50 Thursday night to reach the NCAA tournament's East Regional final.
Jamil Wilson scored 16 points, Vander Blue and Davante Gardner had 14 apiece, and Marquette advanced to the Elite Eight for the first time since 2003 with a 71-61 win over Miami on Thursday night.
The Hurricanes have had a dream season, but Marquette is the toughest team in college basketball. That's just one of four great matchups.
Previewing tonight's La Salle NCAA Tournament game against Wichita St.
When Norwood Teague took over as athletic director at Minnesota, he knew it would take a little time for him to get up to speed with all the intricacies of major college football.
Louisville's press, Damyean Dotson's upside and Denzel Valentine's versatility are just three of the many reasons to love the Sweet 16.
Mark Lyons had a solid career at a perennial basketball power and helped lead his team to the Sweet 16—last season. This season, he helped lead another basketball power, this time Arizona, to the Sweet 16.
The Florida Gulf Coast star walked into a restaurant on campus Monday and was quickly surrounded. People wanted autographs. People wanted photos. People just wanted to yell words of encouragement.
The Big Ten has four teams still in the NCAA tournament.
Tebow hopped aboard Wichita State's team bus on Sunday to deliver an impromptu pep talk after the school's upset over No. 1-ranked Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament.
Many sports fans couldn't tell you where Florida Gulf Coast University was before the current season started. But between an early season upset of Miami and now winning a berth in the Sweet 16, Florida Gulf Coast has put itself on the map in a big way.
Tyrone Garland banked home a scooping layup with 2 seconds left and 13th-seeded La Salle beat Mississippi 76-74 on Sunday, vaulting the Explorers to their deepest run in the NCAA tournament since they played for the championship in 1955.
There was no question about Shane Larkin's go-ahead 3-pointer for Miami. The ball that appeared to ricochet off the hands of Miami's Kenny Kadji seconds later but went to the Hurricanes — well, look at the replay.
Mike Rosario scored 25 points and Florida used an overpowering first half to roll past Minnesota and into the NCAA tournament round of 16 for third consecutive year with a 78-64 win Sunday in the South Regional.
Behind the impassioned play of Travis Releford and Jeff Withey, the top-seeded Jayhawks shook themselves out of a first-half slumber and blitzed No. 8 seed North Carolina down the stretch for a 70-58 victory Sunday.
Victor Oladipo hit a key 3-pointer with 13 seconds remaining and Indiana, minutes away from being the second No. 1 seed to be swept from the NCAA tournament, held off Temple 58-52 on Sunday in the East Regional.
Aaron Craft hit a 3-pointer with a half-second left, and Ohio State escaped Dayton — a place of heartaches — as the lone high seed left in the NCAA tournament's wild West Regional, beating Iowa State 78-75 on Sunday.
Gonzaga is out of the NCAA tournament thanks to Wichita State, a No. 9 seed that made five straight shots from behind the arc Saturday for a 76-70 victory that sent the West Region's top seed back home.
C.J. Fair scored 18 points, James Southerland added 14 and the fourth-seeded Orange survived a second-half drought of more than 12 minutes without a field goal to beat No. 12 seed California 66-60 on Saturday night in the NCAA tournament.
The Louisville Cardinals put on a defensive clinic, shutting down Colorado State and dominated the Rams 82-56.
Temple, led by Khalif Wyatt, beats NC State 76-72.
The Explorers found a way to win, 63-61, to advance to the round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament against No. 12 seed Mississippi on Sunday.
North Carolina unleashed a flurry of 3-pointers to subdue gritty Villanova 78-71 in the NCAA tournament Friday night.
The search continues for two adults and a child who were reported missing after a tubing outing along the Muskegon River.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
Under a new pilot program at the University of Michigan, first-semester grades for some students will not appear on external transcripts or factor into GPA calculations.
A species of tick that was considered eradicated in the United States almost hitched a ride on leaves that arrived at Detroit Metro.
A federal judge ruled a jury must decide whether former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr violated Patrick Lyoya's civil rights when he shot him in the back of the head in 2022.
Under a new pilot program at the University of Michigan, first-semester grades for some students will not appear on external transcripts or factor into GPA calculations.
Detroit's Cooley High School, which opened in 1928 and closed in 2010, is being fully demolished to make way for a new athletic complex on the site.
A species of tick that was considered eradicated in the United States almost hitched a ride on leaves that arrived at Detroit Metro.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
The search continues for two adults and a child who were reported missing after a tubing outing along the Muskegon River.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
A federal judge ruled a jury must decide whether former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr violated Patrick Lyoya's civil rights when he shot him in the back of the head in 2022.
The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
Companies receiving billions in refunds for U.S. tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court should return money to consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
A Transportation Department proposal could obscure the cost of a plane ticket, aviation experts warn. Here's what to know.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports there have been 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases in the state during the past five weeks.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have reportedly reached a three-year, $67.5 million deal, making him the highest-paid running back.
Officials say Haddad will oversee all football and business operations and work with principal owner Sheila Hamp and the board of directors.
Troy Melton threw seven sharp innings and Colt Keith hit a two-run single as the Detroit Tigers beat the Seattle Mariners 8-0 to open their post-Tarik Skubal era.
Devin White finished last season as the NFL's third-leading tackler.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
The Dearborn Homecoming Festival runs Friday through Sunday at Ford Field Park. Opening day included All-Stars Day special hours admission.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied on appeal a request from the State of Michigan for individual assistance funding in response to the March 6 tornado outbreak.
In honor of National Coffee Month, Balam Coffee and Wine of Ferndale showcases some of the Mexican-inspired drinks and treats on its menu.
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The 2026 Westland Blues, Brews and Barbecue takes place Friday and Saturday at Thomas H. Brown Central City Park. Here's an introduction to the food and what to expect.