Mavericks vs. Rockets Preview HOUSTON, TX (AP) – The Dallas Mavericks blew a 20-point lead in less than 12 minutes when their 12-game winning streak came to a halt two months ago, but the end to their latest lengthy run may have been even more painful.
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Pittsburgh vs. Villanova Preview PHILADELPHIA, PA (AP) – Brad Wanamaker could help Pittsburgh sweep Big East rival Villanova this season and he’ll still hold a grudge against the Wildcats.
Ohio State vs. Wisconsin Preview MADISON, WI (AP) – Ohio State is off to the program’s best start in 50 years and is challenging to become the first Division I men’s team in 35 years to finish the season unbeaten.
Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens Preview MONTREAL (AP) – The Montreal Canadiens could have tied for the Northeast Division lead earlier this week. A loss to one of the league’s worst clubs wasn’t the way they hoped to respond.
Kings vs. Capitals Preview WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) – The Washington Capitals have been shut out twice as many times this season as they were in the last two combined, with Alex Ovechkin far off his usual offensive pace.
Pedroia says he is fully healthy FORT MYERS, FL (AP) – Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia has reported early to spring training camp and says his left foot is fully healed.
Bielema’s extension approved MADISON, WI (AP) – Wisconsin’s Board of Regents has approved pay raises for head coach Bret Bielema and offensive coordinator Paul Chryst.
Green Bay extends Thompson GREEN BAY, WI (AP) – The Green Bay Packers have signed general manager Ted Thompson to a multiyear extension.
Friday NBA Opening Odds (The Spread) – A total of NBA games are on tap Friday night in a loaded schedule including a battle pitting the first-place Miami Heat at the Detroit Pistons. Continue reading for opening odds, spreads and totals for February 11, 2011.
Friday College Basketball Odds (The Spread) – While there are no top-25 games on the college basketball schedule Friday night, it does not mean there are not any meaningful games at all as the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference and the Ivy League both have a full slate of games.