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Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) defends as Virginia Cavaliers guard Malik Thomas (1) defends in the first half during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center.
Mar 17, 2026 | 3:30 PM

March Madness to Impact Decisions of NBA Draft Prospects

Deep tournament runs have helped numerous players raise their draft stock.
Kalshi's logo is displayed on a smartphone placed on a reflective surface onto which a betting curve is projected in Creteil, France, on March 9, 2026, during a major scandal and a $54 million lawsuit concerning bets related to recent strikes in Iran. (Photo by Samuel Boivin/NurPhoto)NO USE FRANCE
Mar 17, 2026 | 3:17 PM

Arizona Charges Kalshi With ‘Running an Illegal Gambling Operation’

It’s the first time Kalshi has been charged with crimes over sports offerings.
Mar 14, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Houston Cougars guard Milos Uzan (7) drives to the hoop past Arizona Wildcats guard Anthony Dell'orso (3) during the second half during the men's Big 12 Conference Tournament Championship at T-Mobile Center.
Mar 17, 2026 | 12:52 PM

Prediction Markets Tap Into March Madness Despite NCAA Pushback

The NCAA remains “deeply concerned” about event contracts on college sports.
Mar 13, 2026; Nashville, TN, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) guards Mississippi Rebels guard AJ Storr (2) during the first half at Bridgestone Arena.
Mar 17, 2026 | 12:00 PM

Arrest Is Latest Controversy to Beset Alabama Men’s Team

Three years ago, the Crimson Tide were criticized for allowing Brandon Miller to play.
ESPN announcer Dick Vitale with analyst Charles Barkley before the Indiana-Kentucky men's college basketball game at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky December 13, 2025.
Mar 17, 2026 | 11:47 AM

How the Charles Barkley–Dick Vitale Pairing Came Together

Barkley and Vitale called Texas’s victory over NC State.
Mar 16, 2026; Miami, FL, United States; Venezuela pitcher José Buttó (70) and teammates celebrate after defeating Italy in a semifinal game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic at loanDepot Park.
Mar 17, 2026 | 11:27 AM

Trump Teases ‘Statehood’ as Venezuela Advances to WBC Finals

President Donald Trump muses about the country becoming the 51st state.
Mar 17, 2026 | 11:14 AM

March Madness Expansion Would Mean Big Changes to First Four

The NCAA tournament’s play-in games have been held in Dayton annually.
Jul 13, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino on stage during the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium.
Mar 17, 2026 | 10:35 AM

Iran Wants World Cup Games Moved to Mexico

But FIFA said it’s “looking forward” to hosting the tournament as scheduled.
Mar 16, 2026 | 10:51 PM

Venezuela Ends Italy’s Cinderella WBC Run, Sets Up U.S. Clash

The star-laden team ends the feel-good tournament run of the Italians.
Mar 16, 2026 | 9:00 PM

Judge Tosses Mark Gastineau’s $25M Suit Over ESPN Documentary

Gastineau consented to use of his name and likeness, the judge ruled.