Samuels powers Villanova over Michigan 63-55 to advance to Elite 8

The second-seeded Wildcats (28-7) advanced to the South Region final to play the winner of Thursday night’s matchup between top seed Arizona and No. 5 seed Houston. It’s the deepest run in the tournament for Villanova since coach Jay Wright won the second of his two national titles in 2018.

Villanova to take on Michigan again at site of 2018 title

Villanova is back in San Antonio for the first time since winning the national title there four years ago. Even the opponent is the same, though the Sweet 16 game against Michigan is at a different arena.

Joel Embiid, Sixers hold off LeBron-less Lakers, 126-121

Joel Embiid had 30 points and 10 rebounds, James Harden added 24 points and the Philadelphia 76ers hung on for a 126-121 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers without LeBron James.

Brittney Griner visited by US Embassy official in Russia, State Department says

WNBA star Brittney Griner, who remains detained near Moscow, is said “to be in good condition" after a U.S. Embassy official was allowed to visit with her.

March Madness: Grubhub offering special meal deals during NCAA tournament

If you’re searching for goodies for March Madness, Grubhub is offering a variety of discounts on meals at some of your favorite restaurants during the NCAA Tournament.

Castellanos, Phillies finalize a $100 million deal

Castellanos batted .309 with 34 homers, 100 RBIs and a .939 OPS last year for the Cincinnati Reds, making his first All-Star team and winning a Silver Slugger Award.

Maxey scores 28 as 76ers, without Harden, Embiid, beat Heat

Tyrese Maxey scored 13 of his game-high 28 points in the fourth quarter, including nine in a row during a crucial stretch, to lead the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers to a 113-106 victory over the Eastern Conference-leading Miami Heat.

USFL 2022: Full schedule of games released for 10-week regular season

The highly-anticipated United States Football League (USFL) kicks off in April and the league released its full slate of matchups for the 10-week regular season Monday.

Raptors win 6th straight road game, top 76ers 93-88

Pascal Siakam had 26 points and 10 rebounds and Precious Achiuwa scored 21 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 93-88 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

Villanova back to Sweet 16 after 71-61 win over Ohio State

The Wildcats earned their eighth trip to the Sweet 16 under Jay Wright after surviving a second-half push from the Ohio State Buckeyes in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Schwarber finalizes $79 million, 4-year deal with Phillies

Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies have finalized their $79 million, four-year contract. Schwarber gets $19 million this year and $20 million in each of the following three seasons.

Source: Carlos Correa agrees to 3-year, $105.3 million contract with Minnesota Twins

Star shortstop Carlos Correa agreed early Saturday to a $105.3 million, three-year contract with the Minnesota Twins, a person familiar with the negotiations said.

Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner to be detained in Russia until May: report

The Phoenix Mercury player had been detained at a Moscow airport after a drug-sniffing dog reportedly found vapes with cannabis oil in her luggage.

NASCAR: What to expect from Atlanta's super new speedway

Atlanta Motor Speedway will be the site of this weekend's Folds of Honor 500. The speedway has been redesigned to enhance the race track's performance for drivers.

Indiana cheerleader saves March Madness game after freeing stuck basketball

An Indiana cheerleader became “the hero in Portland” after the ball got stuck behind the backboard during Thursday night’s game against St. Mary’s.