The Eastern Conference set a new NBA All-Star Game record by scoring 211 points in a victory over the Western Conference, surpassing the previous total points record.

Eastside Catholic boys' basketball team won the Sea-King District title for the second time with an 87-62 win over West Seattle.

Pharrel Payne led the Minnesota Golden Gophers to an 81-70 win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, contributing 21 points and 11 rebounds.

The Buffalo Sabres won 3-2 in overtime against the Minnesota Wild, with Dylan Cozens' last-minute goal forcing OT, and Henri Jokiharju scoring the winner.

UConn's Paige Bueckers plans to return for another season, with Coach Geno Auriemma also staying on, both decisions boosting team morale amid injury recoveries.

Trae Young competed in the NBA All-Star Weekend's Skills Challenge and 3-Point Contest but didn't claim victory in either event, despite strong showings.

Gus Schumacher became the first American man to win a World Cup cross-country skiing event in 11 years, while Jessie Diggins placed third in the women's 10K at the Loppet Cup.

The Cactus League's return to Arizona heralds economic gains and tourist influx, with teams like the Diamondbacks and Rangers drawing crowds and boosting revenue.

Minneapolis hosted the Cross-Country World Cup at Theodore Wirth Park, attracting thousands, including U.S. Olympian Jessie Diggins. The event, back in the U.S. after 20 years, had ideal snow conditions and enthusiastic fans showcasing local pride.

Diamondbacks' Tommy Henry and Ryne Nelson compete for the No. 5 starter spot at Spring Training, with manager Torey Lovullo focusing on pitch command.

The No. 16 Texas Longhorns won their season-opening series against San Diego with a 9-4 victory, rallying in the middle innings thanks to San Diego's erratic pitching.

The "Locked On Spurs" podcast recapped the San Antonio Spurs' performance during the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend, highlighting the contributions of Wembanyama, Sochan, and Barlow.

NBA rookie Victor Wembanyama experienced on-court challenges with veterans like Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, showing promise despite the Spurs' struggling season.