Atkins told reporters after Sunday's loss that he thought some of his teammates didn't want to win as badly as he did.
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Former Xavier coach Sean Miller and his Arizona team stand between Chris Mack and his program's third Elite Eight appearance all-time.
In typical Steve Nash-fashion, the point guard made sure to make his former team-mates look good while announcing retirement.
The Mavericks owner thinks it would be unfair not to give Greg Hardy a second chance.
Oregon slides past Oklahoma State to advance to the Round of 32.
Valparaiso had a chance to tie the game at the end of regulation, but the Crusaders' Keith Carter was unable to get his 3-point shot off through contact from a Maryland defender.
UNI will play Louisville on Sunday in the Round of 32.
Matt Brown was arrested after allegedly bringing girls as young as 14 to a Baltimore County hotel for prostitution.
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 2 Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. No. 15 North Dakota State Bison
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 8 San Diego State Aztecs vs. No. 9 St. John's Red Storm
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 7 Iowa Hawkeyes vs. No. 10 Davidson Wildcats
Villanova hit 11 of 22 three-point attempts, and converted on 63 percent of its field goal attempts.
Xavier will play No. 14 Georgia State on Saturday.
Arizona awaits the VCU-Ohio State winner.
While we still don't know about their quarterback situation, the Browns managed to pick up a new weapon for the passing game.
Georgetown vs. Eastern Washington
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 5 Utah Utes vs. No. 12 Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 6 SMU Mustangs vs. No. 11 UCLA Bruins
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 3 Iowa State Cyclones vs. No. 14 UAB Blazers.
Stephen Curry's MVP ballot would have a familiar name on it — not his.
At least one of three is in serious condition.
MLB Players Association executive director Tony Clark said he thinks the MLB's all-time hits leader should be reinstated.
Colorado starting defensive lineman Josh Tupou and two other players are facing assault charges after a Feb. 14 fight.
Mike Tyson wants fans to pick their favorite knockouts for his upcoming biopic starring Jamie Foxx and directed by Martin Scorsese.
NCAA Tournament preview: No. 16 Robert Morris Colonials vs. No. 16 North Florida Ospreys
Darren Sanders pleads not guilty to charges of groping a woman at M&T Bank Stadium.
Dallas last week reportedly offered last season's leading rusher just $5 million per year.
An official from Glock claims the gun Hernandez is seen carrying in home surveillance footage is one of his company's pistols.
Less than two months after suffering a detached retina, right wing Kyle Okposo is set to return to action for the New York Islanders.
Okposo could have lost his vision from the injury.
The Texans defensive end was reportedly bitten by teammate D.J. Swearinger’s dog last week.
The former OU coach doesn't think an entire fraternity should be punished for the actions of those caught on video chanting racial slurs.
A developer working with the golfer on a restaurant says Woods can't use his his full name because Nike owns its rights.
The running back's current relationship status with the Dallas Cowboys: It's Complicated.
Two players threw punches, and one attempted to go into the opposing team's locker room.
San Francisco officials are denying reports that they are shopping the dual-threat quarterback.
Houston has let go of the face of its franchise, granting receiver Andre Johnson his release.
With legal troubles behind him, Jim Kelly's nephew is getting ready to compete for a starting job at Ole Miss.
The Ravens couldn't afford to keep emerging pass rusher Pernell McPhee, so the Bears bagged him.
Former New England teammates Brian Hoyer and Ryan Mallet will battle for the starting quarterback job in Houston.
Buffalo is holding on to a key pass-rushing piece of its defense.
Despite rumors to the contrary, San Francisco 49ers GM Trent Baalke is denying that the team is shopping newly minted QB Colin Kaepernick to the likes of the Bears and Eagles.
Out of all the great players in ACC history, none have achieved what Okafor managed to pull off this season in Durham.
Newly acquired right fielder Nick Markakis has progressed to swinging and throwing in his recovery from a herniated disk in his neck.
Initially upset at trade from Philadelphia, running back LeSean McCoy expected to sign new deal on Tuesday.
Sabrina Cammock, 21, was found dead inside her room at the Hotel Edison in New York City on Saturday morning.
A women’s basketball game ended early after an ugly brawl that involved players, cheerleaders and fans on Saturday.
Jeanie Buss says that if the team isn’t in contention soon, changes will be made.
The future Hall of Famer reportedly was hoping to sign a one-year deal to finish his career in Indy, but the Colts had other plans.
An ACC player has a good shot at getting the Wooden Award.
While the Eagles might not have complete control in their chase for Marcus Mariota, they are reportedly interested in locking down some insurance at quarterback for the 2015 season.
Getting fired from Denver hasn't killed Brian Shaw's confidence.
A heart ailment forced Tyler Adams off the basketball court. A heartfelt request will allow him back on it, momentarily.
Nearly 30 years after their epic individual battles, Larry Bird couldn't resist getting another shot off on Dominique Wilkins.
According to a Houston car detailer, Swearinger took his truck, but never took care of the bill.
The search for the son of ESPN’s Ivan Maisel has been suspended due to weather.
The 19-year-old freshman from Mount St. Joseph’s was named to the All-Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference team on Wednesday.
The University of Kentucky has signed an eight-year contract extension with Nike.
Romeo Beckham, 12-year-old son of David and his Spice Girls wife, reportedly has a bright future in tennis.
Sean Patterson, brother of five-star Ole Miss recruit Shea Patterson, has been hired to an off-field position at the same school.
The Vandals are free to appear in the postseason in 2015.
Some Alabama lawmakers are expected to introduce bills related to the Blazers football program, which was shut down last December.
Greg Hardy is hoping to persuade the league to "release the Kraken."
Veteran cornerback Cary Williams was released by the Eagles.
For 2014-15, Penn State is giving student-athletes nearly twice as much as Ohio State.
The senior moves ahead of the Provo legend, who's now playing in the NBA.
The 6’5 senior from Alpine, UT now has 2,614 points and did it in less than three full seasons.
Commish says there have been talks about the NHL Winter Classic coming to Beaver Stadium, but nothing set in stone.
Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose will have surgery on Friday to repair a medial meniscus tear in his right knee.
The Joe Gibbs Racing driver undergoes the procedure in Charlotte, N.C.
The attorney for Regina Rice says the former Cubs star's assets were worth just $16,000 when he died.
A state bill that would ban smokeless tobacco in MLB is being introduced in California.
New baseball commissioner Rob Manfred is not against discussing a reduction in the number of regular-season games.
The Wolves are releasing more tickets in honour of The Big Ticket.
The former Penn coach won 112 games in the Ivy League and coached the team to nine titles before retiring following the 2014 season.
The Kings have signed Hall of Fame point guard John Stockton’s son, David, the team announced on Friday.
Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff says he expects a ruling shortly.
Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff says he expects a ruling soon on Noise-gate.
Houston acquired rookie forward K.J. McDaniels and guard Pablo Prigioni in separate trades with Philadelphia and New York.
Goalkeeper Hope Solo could play next month against Norway.
The three-time World Cup Para-Snowboard winner was a finalist on "Dancing With The Stars" in 2014.
The last two Heisman Trophy winners' arms will reportedly be on display at the NFL Combine.
Kubiak says Manning and Elway are working things out.
Demetrius Henry and Shamiek Sheppard could return for the SEC Tournament.
Defenseman Sami Vatanen is expected to miss four-to-six weeks while winger Matt Beleskey will be out two-to-four weeks.
The tracking of the class of 2021 has already begun.
Bama’s reported expenses were $120.2 million with revenue of $153.2 million.
The former UNLV coach will get a rare honor.
Apparently, Mathis didn’t re-tear his Achilles as it was previously rumored.
George Whitfield Jr. said the former Heisman winner may not throw at the NFL Combine, but he's definitely not out of shape.
The Western Conference All-Stars claimed a 163-158 win over the East in the NBA All-Star game on Sunday.
New York hosts NBA's annual weekend of frivolity as the All Stars align for a display of the best basketball has to offer.
Barred from the PGA until he was nearly 40, Charlie Sifford broke ground all by himself.
Amanda Nickerson, who heads the University at Buffalo's Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention, isn't too thrilled about the Bills' newest acquisition.
Vaughn could be back by the Mountain West Tournament.
Weeks after Paterno’s wins were restored to Penn State, the school will have its share of the conference Bowl Revenue's restored.
The future Oregon quarterback won’t be able to use Eastern Washington’s workout facilities, according to head coach Beau Baldwin.
A South Carolina House subcommittee voted to close the school for two years.
The 84-year-old is “resting comfortably” at a Las Vegas area hospital after being treated for low blood pressure and an infection.
Ten-time major champion Annika Sorenstam is one of seven women to break the gender line at The Royal and Ancient Club.
The 10-time major champion is one of seven women to break the gender line at British club.
Pac-12 and Sun Belt commissioners want a running clock after first downs to speed up the game.
The Spurs' longtime leader is the ninth coach in NBA history to reach the milestone, and the second to do it with one team.
The All-Star forward underwent a procedure to remove a staph infection from his right elbow.
The NFL recently told team owners, including the Rams' Stan Kroenke, that it will make all the decisions regarding relocation.
All-Star forward Blake Griffin underwent successful surgery to remove a staph infection from his right elbow on Monday.
Tannehill is heading into the final year of his rookie deal, which is slated to pay him $2.1 million in 2015.
The Mavericks are reportedly interested in adding size and experience, and two former All-Stars are at the top of their list.
Regarded as one the biggest All-Star snubs, along with Kings center DeMarcus Cousins, Lillard will replace Griffin.
Blake Griffin will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break as the Los Angeles Clippers man prepares to undergo elbow surgery.
Macon County (Ga.) High coach Larry Harold is lashing out at those who have been critical of linebacker Roquan Smith.
Smith led the Tar Heels 11 Final Fours and two NCAA championships.
The Kings are reportedly interested in hiring George Karl to coach the team, but that's meeting heavy opposition in Sacramento.
Despite support from the NBA Players Association, Chris Paul has been fined by the NBA for criticising a female referee.
According to court documents, one of the teens attempted to sodomize student with a broomstick.
A new format might shake up basketball's power imbalance for the postseason.
The team may push its hand, attempt to beat the Magic to George Karl.
Marcellus Wiley explains the culture of painkillers in the league.
Proposed deal could impact nearly 40 percent of all MLB broadcasts
The Steelers running back must complete the program to have his marijuana charges dismissed.
The family of Joseph Chernach claims the organization contributed to Chernach suffering from CTE.
When it comes to playing and watching college football, the new Yankee Stadium isn't a home run.
LeBron James told reporters on Wednesday he's wiling to do whatever it takes to keep the team going in a positive direction.
Pitcher Vladimir Gutierre and shortstop Dainer Moreira have been reported missing by Cuban team officials, according to the AP.
Texans superstar J.J. Watt was a two-star recruit and look at him now. On National Signing Day, he offered some advice to college signees.
The Vikings QB takes home the fan award.
Goodell wants to get fans more excited about PATs.
Michigan's list of players who are leaving the program keeps getting bigger.
A Seattle company wants to help fans concentrate on the Super Bowl.
Kyler Murray, the highly-decorated high school quarterback, tweeted he will follow his heart and go to College Station after all.
Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady both gave glowing recommendations of the former Patriots linebacker.
Seahawks defenders talk about the challenges student-athletes face, say NCAA should do more.
If Fisher decides to leave, it's going to cost him.
Nine of the game's 24 players have yet to commit to a college.
The kicker expects to see a different Bears team under John Fox in 2015.
The field is composed of four young players about whom casual fans likely know little.
This year's dunk contest will feature a classic format and four young NBA stars.
The journeyman talks about staying grounded in and out of football.
The pair were the first of four former Vanderbilt players to stand trial in 2013 sexual assault.
The NFL's new rules seem to be paying off.
The former NFL commissioner reveals a rift with the current NFL commissioner.
The Rams' reported plan to build a stadium in Inglewood and relocate the team have received "quiet applause" in the league office.
Lost in Deflate-gate, the Patriots are being accused of another in-game rule violation.
Recently dismissed Iowa State receiver charged with domestic assault.
Police say Ty Lawson was arrested driving drunk at high speeds.
Indianapolis GM Ryan Grigson confirmed Trent Richardson was suspended two games during the playoffs.
Seahawks DB Jeremy Lane says Gronk "doesn't like you putting your hands on him"
Bob McKillop's school garners national attention.
If TJ doesn't make it in football like his father, Torrey Smith, he's got a future in modeling.
Michael Bennett was ... very excited about Seattle's NFC title game win Sunday.
Penn State hockey gets backlash for Paterno sticker.
When Iron Mike of all people says football isn't worth it, there's probably some truth to the notion.
Tom Brady collects another passing record.
This 26 billion pixel panorama of AT&T Stadium at the national title game will blow you away.
The MLBPA is looking into a camp at the Mets facility.
The former Eagles QB thinks the team should attempt to move up in the draft to get the Heisman-winning quarterback.
Former Giants linebacker Pepper Johnson has five Super Bowls as a player and coach, but he's still waiting on a defensive coordinator job.
Cardale Jones says trolling press conference wasn't his idea.
After being deactivated against the Broncos, Trent Richardson is preparing like he is the starter for the AFC Championship Game.
John Elway is eyeing the Ravens offensive coordinator for the Broncos coaching vacancy.
If you say so. Ray Lewis is clarifying his comments about Tom Brady and the Tuck Rule.
Colts linebacker Josh McNary, charged with rape and two other offenses, has been placed on the NFL Commissioner's Exempt list.
Indianapolis Colts linebacker Josh McNary has been placed on NFL's exempt list following rape charges.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver says there is a lot of work to be done before any European expansion can be considered.
The Ravens and Ray Rice were once close, but his legal issues put a wedge between them. The two parties have reached a settlement in the termination of his contract.
John Harbaugh and Jason Garrett will get one more chance to finish their respective seasons with a win.
If nothing else, Dallas looks to be keeping its coach.
John Fox is no longer coaching the Denver Broncos because he and John Elway could not get on the same page.
Once thought to be on the hot seat, Ned Yost’s future as Royals manager looks pretty good these days.
Pittsburgh promoted linebackers coach Keith Butler after long-time defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau resigned Saturday.
The Broncos are done with Fox, but the 59-year-old coach is drawing interest from other franchises.
Ohio State’s victory in the national championship game sealed the No. 1 spot in the final Associated Press Poll.
NFL may review the rules that supported the controversial calls made during playoff weekend.
Robert Griffin III is looking to cash in on his misfortunes — for a good cause.
The Chargers aren't enthused with the idea of sharing the Southern California NFL market with the Rams, and are taking action to keep them away.
Green Bay Packers 26, Dallas Cowboys 21
Kobe Bryant isn’t ready to throw in the towel on this season.
Hardy faces domestic violence charges.
Ayele Forde is the second Ducks player banned from Jan. 12's game against Ohio State.
