Author: Nancy Armour, USA TODAY

Luke Maye shining in the NCAA tournament is nothing new to North Carolina. It’s a good omen for the Tar Heels, who beat Washington to reach Sweet 16.

Washington coach Mike Hopkins spent his formative years as a player and coach under Jim Boeheim at Syracuse. His defense will look familiar.

North Carolina found itself trailing Iona at halftime of its first-round game of the NCAA tournament. The Tar Heels took care of business in second half.

Teams coached by Roy Williams have made it to the second round or better in 29 consecutive NCAA tournament appearances as head coach.

A Jazz fan is now permanently banned from Utah arena after his verbal abusethat prompted Russell Westbrook’sprofane tirade Monday night.

Minnesota fans rushed court for second time in six years, endangering themselves and players, after big win. This is a practice that must stop.

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban again floats idea of running for president in 2020. Here’s why he should sit it out.

U.S. women’s team will return many star players when World Cup kicks off June 7, but all eyes will be on Alyssa Naeher, Hope Solo’s successor in goal.

Kareem Hunt signs with Cleveland Browns, two months after Kansas City Chiefs cut him following video that showed him shoving, kicking woman.

Southern Miss coach Jay Hopson says Art Briles loves “the Lord and deserves a second chance” as university leaders reject him for offensive coordinator position.