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.
A Detroit grandmother dedicated to honoring her daughter's memory needs the public's help. After starting a transportation business to support her family, her vehicle is breaking down and she needs a new one to continue the service.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and recording artist Ludacris won't be performing at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, after initially being billed for the event due to an "unforeseen scheduling conflict," according to organizers.
The Michigan State Police are investigating after a Southgate officer fatally shot a male with a "sharp instrument" at a Meijer store on Saturday, according to law enforcement.
An individual is in the hospital after the motorcycle they were operating crashed into the back of a vehicle in Livonia, Michigan, on Saturday afternoon.
Anthony Cohen has spent his life bringing attention to the Underground Railroad, secret routes once used by enslaved people seeking freedom.
The Michigan State Police are investigating after a Southgate officer fatally shot a male with a "sharp instrument" at a Meijer store on Saturday, according to law enforcement.
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
Spot Lite Detroit and UFO Bar, two spots in the Motor City known for their nightlife, are set to permanently close, managers of the establishments said.
A bill passed unanimously by the Michigan House would allow minors to sell lemonade and other nonalcoholic drinks on private property without the permits and fees some local health departments currently require.
A Detroit grandmother dedicated to honoring her daughter's memory needs the public's help. After starting a transportation business to support her family, her vehicle is breaking down and she needs a new one to continue the service.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
President Trump says major automakers Ford and General Motors are in talks with defense contractors about possibly repurposing some plants for weapons production.
According to AAA, the average cost of gas statewide sits at $4.07.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and recording artist Ludacris won't be performing at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, after initially being billed for the event due to an "unforeseen scheduling conflict," according to organizers.
National Detroit-style Pizza Day is June 23, a date tied to a dish that traces its roots to a Detroit neighborhood bar and a Sicilian family recipe from 1946.
Crews have been preparing all morning, getting everything ready for the show just after 10 p.m.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
Anthony Cohen has spent his life bringing attention to the Underground Railroad, secret routes once used by enslaved people seeking freedom.
President Trump on Saturday said he has nominated Lance Schroyer to be the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Keider Montero and Emmanuel De Jesus combined for a five-hitter while both Venezuelans wore hats embroidered with "VZ" after this week's earthquakes, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Houston Astros 8-0 on Friday night.
Michigan State Police said law enforcement and Child Protective Services confirmed a report against Pete Buttigieg was unsubstantiated and false.
Countries that tax U.S. companies offering digital products and services would immediately face a 100% tariff on their exports to the U.S., President Trump said.
A Detroit grandmother dedicated to honoring her daughter's memory needs the public's help. After starting a transportation business to support her family, her vehicle is breaking down and she needs a new one to continue the service.
State officials have taken over the investigation into one death and hospitalizations among patients who received dialysis treatment in Southeast Michigan.
Five of the twelve organizations receiving these opioid settlement funded grants are located in Southeast Michigan.
The death of one dialysis patient and hospital treatment for five others are under scrutiny in the Novi area.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer named a new acting director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services ahead of current Director Elizabeth Hertel's departure.
Isaac Paredes hit a two-run double in the eighth inning and the Houston Astros spoiled their former manager's opportunity at a milestone victory by rallying for an 8-6 win over the Detroit Tigers.
Keider Montero and Emmanuel De Jesus combined for a five-hitter while both Venezuelans wore hats embroidered with "VZ" after this week's earthquakes, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Houston Astros 8-0 on Friday night.
Five-time Olympian Hilary Knight signed a two-year contract extension with her new PWHL expansion team in Detroit, securing her through the 2028-29 season.
Tatsuya Imai struck out 10 in six scoreless innings and Taylor Trammell homered to lead the Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night.
No foul was initially called after Alyssa Thomas' fist made contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a game between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever on Wednesday.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Former U.S. Energy Secretary and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears exclusively on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
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A Detroit grandmother who built a transportation business to support her family and honor her daughter's memory is facing a setback. She says the car she uses is breaking down and needs reliable transportation to keep helping others. Our Veronica Ortega introduces Lawanda Williams.
Michigan State Police troopers are investigating after a Southgate police officer shot a man with a "sharp instrument" at a Meijer on Saturday, according to law enforcement. CBS News Detroit's Julia Avant was at the scene.
Spot Lite Detroit and UFO Bar, two well-known businesses in the Motor City, are set to permanently close, managers of the establishments said.
Two Flint Township parents are each charged with second-degree murder, torture and three counts of child abuse in the death of their 7-year-old son. They're accused of neglecting the child, who weighed 255 pounds, according to prosecutors.