Here’s a rundown of sports on TV this weekend
NFL
Super Bowl Preview
The NFL season culminates on Sunday with Super Bowl LIX, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs against the Philadelphia Eagles. The game is set to kick off in New Orleans at 6:30 p.m. Watch on CBS, FOX, and other streaming outlets.
NBA
Major Trade News
In a blockbuster move, the Los Angeles Lakers have acquired star guard Luka Dončić from the Dallas Mavericks. This trade, considered one of the most significant in recent NBA history, sees Anthony Davis departing the Lakers after a successful tenure alongside LeBron James, which included securing a championship.
Weekend Game Highlights
- Detroit Pistons 127, Chicago Bulls 119: Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with a stellar performance, contributing significantly to the team’s victory over the Bulls.
- Cleveland Cavaliers 144, Dallas Mavericks 101: Following the departure of Luka Dončić, the Mavericks struggled, suffering a heavy loss to the Cavaliers.
- Boston Celtics 118, Philadelphia 76ers 110: The Celtics mounted an impressive comeback to overcome the 76ers, showcasing their resilience and depth.
- Memphis Grizzlies 132, Milwaukee Bucks 119: Santi Aldama’s standout performance propelled the Grizzlies past the Bucks in a high-scoring affair. (as.com)
NHL
Due to the NHL All-Star break, no regular-season games were played over the weekend.
WNBA
Player Movement
WNBA legend Tina Charles has signed with the Connecticut Sun, returning to the team where she began her illustrious career. Charles, the league’s all-time leading rebounder, brings a wealth of experience and talent to the Sun’s roster. (wnba.com)
Additionally, WNBA champion and franchise great Courtney Vandersloot has returned to the Chicago Sky, bolstering their backcourt with her veteran leadership and playmaking abilities. (wnba.com)
College Basketball
Men’s Basketball
- Gettysburg College 83, Washington College 69: The Bullets secured a home victory Saturday over Washington College. Gettysburg built a 44-19 lead by halftime, shooting 64% from the field in the first half, and maintained their advantage throughout the game. (d3hoops.com)
Duke 87, North Carolina 70 - In a highly anticipated rivalry game on Saturday, the Duke Blue Devils dominated the North Carolina Tar Heels at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Duke established a commanding 47-25 lead by halftime and maintained control throughout the game. North Carolina struggled with turnovers, committing 14, which Duke capitalized on to secure the victory. (theacc.com)
- Arkansas 89, Kentucky 79
- On the same day, the Arkansas Razorbacks secured a significant road win against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena. Arkansas, despite a challenging season, managed to outpace Kentucky, scoring 89 points with impressive shooting accuracy. This loss impacted Kentucky’s standings in the SEC, dropping them to a 4-4 conference record. (sports.yahoo.com)
- Missouri 88, Mississippi State 61
- The Missouri Tigers continued their strong performance under head coach Dennis Gates with a decisive victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Missouri’s disciplined play and effective strategy were evident as they controlled the game from start to finish, reinforcing their position as a formidable contender in the SEC. (rockmnation.com)
- Nebraska 77, Oregon 71
- On Sunday, the Cornhuskers achieved an upset victory over the 16th-ranked Oregon Ducks. Nebraska’s balanced offense and tenacious defense were key factors in overcoming Oregon’s favored position. (espn.com)
- Syracuse 75, California 66
- Syracuse secured a road win against California, leading 40-23 at halftime and withstanding a second-half surge by the Golden Bears. The Orange’s early dominance provided enough cushion to maintain their lead and secure the victory. (theacc.com)
Women’s Basketball
- No. 3 Notre Dame 89, Louisville 71: Notre Dame continued their impressive season with a victory over Louisville. Freshman Hannah Hidalgo led the Irish with 34 points, marking consecutive games with at least 30 points—a first for the program since 2014. (swishappeal.com)
- No. 1 UCLA 79, Minnesota 53: UCLA maintained their undefeated record, comfortably defeating Minnesota. Elina Aarnisalo contributed 15 points to lead the Bruins. (reuters.com)
- No. 2 South Carolina 83, Auburn 66: The Gamecocks secured a win over Auburn, with significant contributions from reserves Joyce Edwards and MiLaysia Fulwiley. (reuters.com)
- No. 5 Texas 70, Texas A&M 50: Texas emerged victorious in the in-state rivalry, led by Madison Booker’s 17 points. (reuters.com)
- No. 6 UConn 101, Butler 59: UConn’s offense was firing on all cylinders as they surpassed the 100-point mark against Butler. (reuters.com)
- No. 7 LSU 81, Mississippi State 67: LSU continued their strong season with a win over Mississippi State, maintaining their position among the nation’s top teams. (reuters.com)
- No. 8 Ohio State 66, Washington 56: The Buckeyes secured a road victory against Washington, bolstering their resume as they approach tournament season. (reuters.com)
- Illinois 72, No. 14 Maryland 68: In an upset, Illinois edged out Maryland, showcasing the competitive nature of the conference. (reuters.com)