Shaq and Kobe Rivalry Preview Prompts Wide Public Split
AP sports columnist Jim Like notes the Shaq versus Kobe split fuels fan bickering as both players push promotions and ego. He contrasts Shaq's carnival-barker persona with Kobe's drive while detailing Wade’s rise and Miami’s hot start against Boston. Lakers stumble amid center-stage egos.
AP withdraws from BCS rankings reliance
The Associated Press told the Bowl Championship Series to stop using its college football poll to determine national title contenders and major bowls. The AP poll of 65 writers and broadcasters had been a component of the BCS since 1998.
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AP objects to BCS use of its college poll
The Associated Press demanded the Bowl Championship Series cease using its proprietary ranking, asserting unauthorized use harms AP's reputation and independence. AP notes voters fear reporters' involvement and says the poll is not a component AP endorses for BCS rankings.
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Massey leads Kansas State past NIU to stay undefeated
Jeremiah Massey scored a career high 32 points to lift Kansas State to an 81-66 victory over Northern Illinois, pushing the Wildcats to 8-0. The 6-7 senior shot 8 of 15 from the floor and 16 of 17 at the line, ending NIU’s nonconference road hopes as the Wildcats seized the early lead and held on.
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Ball leads Tech in Champs Sports Bowl rout of Syracuse
Georgia Tech quarterback Reggie Ball threw two touchdowns, ran for another and earned MVP honors as the Yellow Jackets routed Syracuse 51 to 14 in Orlando. Ball finished 12 of 19 for 207 yards with an interception, while Pt. Daniels and Calvin Johnson helped power the win. Syracuse’s loss adds to uncertainty around coach Paul Pasqualoni and comes amid administrative changes at the athletic department.
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Shockers top Texas-San Antonio 84 79 in Wichita
Wichita State beats Texas-San Antonio 84 to 79 as Randy Burns leads with 15 points and five players in double figures. The Shockers improve to 7-0, their best start since 1981-82, while Justin Harbert tops Roadrunners with 20 points.
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Wichita State Tops Texas San Antonio 84 79 in Tight Battle
Wichita State rallies from a 33 26 halftime deficit to defeat Texas San Antonio 84 79. Key moments include an 8 0 run for WSU to lead 44 38, a 7 1 rally to tie, and Ogirri’s 3 pointer sealing the win as WSU goes 5 6 from the line late. Heilner?
Creighton Routs KU Behind 13-Point Second-Half Run
Angie Janis scores 24 as Creighton breaks a close game with a 13-0 stretch early in the second half to beat Kansas 68 63. Laura Spanheimer adds 18 and Kristi Woodard 16 for Creighton while Aquanita Burras posts 13 and Crystal Kemp 16 with 17 boards for Kansas.
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