Villanova vs. South Florida Preview ST. PETERSBURG, FL (AP) – The last games for Villanova and South Florida showed that even lesser-regarded teams can pose a problem in the Big East.
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Sabres vs. Sharks Preview SAN JOSE, CA (AP) – Last summer, Tyler Myers of the Buffalo Sabres walked away with the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s top rookie. Logan Couture of the San Jose Sharks is making a very strong case to do the same later this year.
Flyers vs. Devils Preview NEWARK, NJ (AP) – The goaltender who helped the Philadelphia Flyers to last year’s Stanley Cup finals recently was taken off the roster.
Braves, Uggla agree to extension ATLANTA, GA (AP) – A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that second baseman Dan Uggla and the Atlanta Braves have reached a preliminary agreement on a $62 million, five-year contract.
76ers vs. Hornets Preview NEW ORLEANS, LA (AP) – Finishing their longest road stretch of the season with a .500 record would be a major accomplishment for the Philadelphia 76ers. Based on their recent play against the Hornets, a visit to New Orleans might give them a good chance to achieve it.
Warriors vs. Magic Preview ORLANDO, FL (AP) – Two weeks after revamping their roster, the new-look Orlando Magic appear to have hit their stride once again.
Heat vs. Bobcats Preview CHARLOTTE, NC (AP) – The Miami Heat appear poised to continue their late 2010 surge into the new year.
MSU vs. Northwestern Preview EVANSTON, IL (AP) – Northwestern probably isn’t too happy to have Michigan State as an opponent in its Big Ten home opener for the third straight season.
Penn vs. Kentucky Preview LEXINGTON, KY (AP) – Kentucky has relied on a trio of freshmen for the bulk of its offense this season, but its lone senior Josh Harrellson has started to contribute more points in recent games.
Georgetown vs. St. John’s Preview NEW YORK, NY (AP) – Steve Lavin has gotten St. John’s off to a strong Big East start in his first season.