Martin O’Neill hails ‘colossal’ team spirit as Celtic draw in Bologna
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill hailed his team’s “colossal spirit” after they held Bologna to a 2-2 draw in Italy despite losing Reo Hatate to a first-half red card.
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NBA rookie rankings: Who takes No. 1 spot at midseason mark? - ESPN
The midpoint of the NBA season presents a new challenge for rookies. If the start of the season is difficult because of the higher level of competition, with bigger and faster and more skilled opponents, then the 41-game mark adds a new wrinkle just as rookies are starting to adjust: Now they must endure the grind of the longest basketball season they've ever played.
Kansas coach Bill Self plans to return vs. Kansas State - ESPN
LAWRENCE, Kan. — Kansas coach Bill Self intends to be on the sideline Saturday night when the No. 19 Jayhawks make the two-hour trip down Interstate 70 to play Kansas State. He just isn't sure whether he'll have Darryn Peterson on the court.
Jadon Sancho on target as Aston Villa guarantee Europa League top-eight finish
Aston Villa guaranteed themselves a top-eight finish in the Europa League after Jadon Sancho’s first-half header secured a 1-0 victory over Fenerbahce in Turkey.
Judge Grants Duke's Bid to Block QB Darian Mensah's Transfer Until Feb. 2 Hearing
A judge has granted Duke's request for a temporary restraining order blocking quarterback Darian Mensah from enrolling to play football at another school until a court hearing set for early February.
Harry Kane Finishes 1 Goal Shy of Champions League Hat-Trick After Missed Penalty Attempt
Harry Kane helped Bayern Munich automatically qualify for the last-16 of the Champions League by scoring both goals in the German giants' 2-0 win over Union Saint-Gilloise. The England captain missed a chance at a hat-trick, however, as his 81st minute penalty cannoned off the crossbar. Bayern overcame the 63rd minute sending off of Kim Min-Jae, as well as the absence of their banned ultras, to secure the victory.
Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr delivers subtle jab at player after reported trade demand
Former NBA star Dwight Howard says the U.S. should require a mandatory year of service for everyone born in America, arguing it could build discipline and appreciation for those who serve.
UCLA's Cronin blasts Big Ten scheduling after win vs. Purdue - ESPN
LOS ANGELES — UCLA upset No. 4 Purdue 69-67 on Tuesday night, but the victory seemed to do little to ease Bruins coach Mick Cronin's wrath over the Big Ten's scheduling.