The New York Times – Sports:
Knicks guards Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart were college friends, then took a twisty road to a reunion in the N.B.A.
Category: Big East Conference
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10 Takeaways From the N.C.A.A. Tournaments
The New York Times – Sports:
Underdogs from New Jersey made an impression, trash talkers held court, and pep bands showed how much they care.
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UConn Wins Fifth Men’s N.C.A.A. Title by Overwhelming San Diego St.
The New York Times – Sports:
UConn’s defeat of San Diego State, 76-59, ended a dominant run in the tournament in which its closest of six victories was by 13 points.
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Rick Pitino’s Iona Season Ended at the N.C.A.A. Tournament. Is a Bigger Job Next?
The New York Times – Sports:
Pitino not long ago was ousted in Louisville as a recruiting scandal hit men’s college basketball. Years later, he is back in contention for bigger jobs in the sport.
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Underdogs Enter the NCAA Tournament With Chips on Their Shoulders
The New York Times – Sports:
No. 2-seed Marquette was picked ninth of 11 teams in the Big East preseason poll. The Golden Eagles’ point guard, Tyler Kolek, hasn’t forgotten.
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What to Expect on Selection Sunday
The New York Times – Sports:
The Big 12 should dominate the men’s bracket, while women’s teams will all want to avoid South Carolina’s region.
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Louis Orr, 64, Dies; Syracuse Star, Knicks Forward and a Coach
The New York Times – Sports:
He helped lead a dominant squad at Syracuse and won all-American honors. He later became a role player for the Knicks and a college coach.
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March Madness: What to Watch in Sunday’s Games
The New York Times – Sports:
Eight games on Sunday will determine the final contenders who will advance to the round of 16, which begins Thursday.
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Patrick Ewing Needs Another Moment of Glory at the Garden
The New York Times – Sports:
One year after winning the Big East title game to gain an N.C.A.A. tournament berth, Georgetown enters this year’s conference tournament winless in league play.