NEW YORK — DePaul is heading to the quarterfinals of the Big East Conference Tournament for the primary time in six years with a win now not many expected. Paul Reed had 23 issues and 12 rebounds and the lowly Blue Demons received their first convention event sport since 2014 with a come-from-behind 71-67 over seventh-seeded Xavier in a first-round sport on Tuesday evening. “We just came out and stuck with the plan, the game plan,” stated guard Charlie Moore, who added 18 issues and 9 assists for 10th-seeded DePaul (16-16). “Came out, gave energy. Tried to limit their rebound, offensive rebound attempts, just play defense as a team. I thought we did a great job of that tonight.” The
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Bruins Wrap: Third Period Burst Stuns Boston In 6-3 Loss Vs.
The Boston Bruins couldn't have launched into the ultimate week of the common in a lot worse style. Two objectives in eight seconds from the Red Wings within the opening minutes of the third interval surprised the B’s, who dropped their second recreation in as many days, falling 6-Three to Detroit on Sunday evening at Little Caesars Arena. The Bruins stay six factors forward of the Toronto Maple Leafs for second place within the Atlantic Division with three video games remaining. Toronto holds a recreation in hand. Jake DeBrusk, Brad Marchand and David Backes bought markers for the Bruins. Anthony Mantha netted a hat trick for the Red Wings, whereas Taro Hirose netted the game-winner within the third. Filip Hronek and Dylan
Portugal edge Italy, Turkey comeback stuns Sweden
League A Group A3: Portugal 1-0 ItalyPortugal secured an eye-catching win on their UEFA Nations League debut, André Silva spinning and shooting beyond Gianluigi Donnarumma shortly after the restart. The hosts had already threatened when a deflected Bruma effort hit the crossbar in the first half, while Alessio Romagnoli had to clear off the line to deny Bernardo Silva.League B... UEFA.com - News
Teenage DhTekKz stuns all at FUT Champions Cup
As the the road to the FIFA eWorld Cup began, we were treated to thrills, upsets and a youthful champion no one expected at the first FUT Champions Cup in Barcelona this weekend. With 16 spots at the EA SPORTS FIFA 18 Global Series Playoffs on offer – where tickets for the main event - the FIFA eWorld Cup Grand Final itself will be up for grabs – competition was fierce, but it was 16-year-old Briton DhTekKz, taking part in his first major competitive event, who triumphed overall. The teenager defied expectations on days one, two and three, upending serious talent throughout. With the Xbox One-native seeing off the likes of Vitality Rocky... FIFA.com - News
Valentina Shevchenko Stuns Holly Holm In UFC Fight Night Chicago Decision
Share this: Former women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm shockingly dropped a decision to Valentina Shevchenko on Saturday night, as all three judges scored their five-round UFC Fight Night Chicago bout 49-46. Holm, fighting for the first time since Miesha Tate took away her belt in March, started fast against Shevchenko, controlling the first round at United Center. Shevchenko rebounded toward the end of the second, though, and controlled the middle rounds to earn the decision over Holm, the second-ranked contender in the division. “I knew she was a counterpuncher — we were ready for that. She’s a tough girl — I knew that,” Holm said, via UFC.com. “I knew I had my hands full with this fight. I knew it was a really
Wisconsin’s Dramatic Game-Winning Shot Stuns Xavier Fan Bill Murray
Bill Murray would like to have a word with you, Bronson Koenig. Well, that is once he stops being speechless following your incredible game-winning 3-pointer. The No. 2 seed Xavier Musketeers appeared to be moments away from a trip to the Sweet 16 on Sunday, but the No. 7 seed Wisconsin Badgers had different plans. The Badgers stormed their way back and, thanks to a Xavier offensive foul, Wisconsin had a chance to stun the actor’s new favorite college basketball team with only two seconds remaining. And that’s exactly what Koenig did. Murray, whose son Luke is part of the Musketeers’ coaching staff, was left speechless in the stands...
Albany stuns on late 3 to win America East
ALBANY, N.Y. -- Peter Hooley hit a 3-pointer from the top of the key on the final shot of the game, giving Albany a stunning 51-50 victory over Stony Brook on Saturday to win the America East tournament title for the third straight year. The Great Danes (24-8) are 5-0 in the title game, including a 69-60 on the road last year over the Seawolves (23-11), who remained winless in four tries in the championship game. This couldn't have been scripted better. Hooley missed eight games in the middle of the regular season to return to his native Australia to be with his dying mother. The team has worn "SH" patches on their left shoulders in honor of Sue