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SKorea, Japan business leaders vow to boost cooperation

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — South Korea and Japan should collaborate more on advanced technology, climate change and economic security, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said Friday, looking ahead after the two sides agreed to put aside rancor over trade and historical issues. “I think there is a lot of room for cooperation between the two countries in future high-tech new industries such as digital transformation, semiconductors, batteries, and electric vehicles,” Yoon told a gathering in Tokyo of business leaders from both countries. “The governments of the two countries will do everything to help you interact freely and create innovative business opportunities,” Yoon said. The meeting followed talks between Yoon and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday that sought to turn a page on the longstanding grievances that have divided the two U.S. allies. South Korea and Japan are seeking now to form a united front, driven by shared concerns over North Korea, China and Russia.Duri...

TCU plays Arizona State in opening round of NCAA Tournament

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Arizona State Sun Devils (23-12, 11-9 Pac-12) vs. TCU Horned Frogs (21-12, 9-9 Big 12)Denver; Friday, 10:05 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: TCU -5.5; over/under is 142BOTTOM LINE: The No. 22 TCU Horned Frogs face the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.The Horned Frogs have gone 9-9 against Big 12 teams, with a 12-3 record in non-conference play. TCU scores 75.2 points and has outscored opponents by 7.3 points per game.The Sun Devils’ record in Pac-12 games is 11-9. Arizona State ranks fifth in the Pac-12 with 32.9 rebounds per game led by Warren Washington averaging 6.8.TOP PERFORMERS: Damion Baugh is averaging 12.6 points, 5.8 assists and 1.9 steals for the Horned Frogs. Emanuel Miller is averaging 10.9 points over the last 10 games for TCU.Desmond Cambridge is scoring 13.8 points per game with 3.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists for the Sun Devils. DJ Horne is averaging 14.4 points and 3.1 rebounds while shooting 39.0% over the past 10 games for Ar...

Memphis Tigers and Florida Atlantic Owls play in the first round of NCAA Tournament

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Florida Atlantic Owls (31-3, 18-2 C-USA) vs. Memphis Tigers (26-8, 13-5 AAC)Columbus, Ohio; Friday, 9:20 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Memphis -2; over/under is 153BOTTOM LINE: The No. 24 Memphis Tigers and No. 25 Florida Atlantic Owls play in the NCAA Tournament first round.The Tigers are 13-5 against AAC opponents and 13-3 in non-conference play. Memphis has a 3-5 record in games decided by 3 points or fewer.The Owls are 18-2 in C-USA play. Florida Atlantic is second in C-USA scoring 78.8 points per game and is shooting 47.2%.TOP PERFORMERS: Kendric Davis is shooting 41.6% and averaging 22.1 points for the Tigers. DeAndre Williams is averaging 1.4 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games for Memphis.Alijah Martin averages 2.0 made 3-pointers per game for the Owls, scoring 13.2 points while shooting 36.9% from beyond the arc. Johnell Davis is averaging 14.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and two steals over the last 10 games for Florida Atlantic.LAST 10 GAMES: Tigers: 8-2, averaging 76.9 p...

Baylor Bears face UCSB Gauchos in first round of NCAA Tournament

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

UCSB Gauchos (27-7, 15-5 Big West) vs. Baylor Bears (22-10, 11-7 Big 12)Denver; Friday, 1:30 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Baylor -10.5; over/under is 142BOTTOM LINE: The No. 11 Baylor Bears and UCSB Gauchos play in the NCAA Tournament opening round.The Bears’ record in Big 12 games is 11-7, and their record is 11-3 against non-conference opponents. Baylor ranks fifth in the Big 12 with 14.5 assists per game led by Adam Flagler averaging 4.7.The Gauchos are 15-5 against Big West opponents. UCSB ranks fourth in the Big West shooting 35.2% from 3-point range.TOP PERFORMERS: Flagler is averaging 15.5 points and 4.7 assists for the Bears. LJ Cryer is averaging 14.0 points over the last 10 games for Baylor.Ajay Mitchell is scoring 16.4 points per game with 2.7 rebounds and 5.2 assists for the Gauchos. Miles Norris is averaging 14.7 points and 5.8 rebounds while shooting 45.5% over the past 10 games for UCSB.LAST 10 GAMES: Bears: 6-4, averaging 74.3 points, 26.5 rebounds, 13.6 a...

Marquette Golden Eagles play the Vermont Catamounts in first round of NCAA Tournament

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Vermont Catamounts (23-10, 14-2 America East) vs. Marquette Golden Eagles (28-6, 17-3 Big East)Columbus, Ohio; Friday, 2:45 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Marquette -10.5; over/under is 144BOTTOM LINE: The No. 6 Marquette Golden Eagles and Vermont Catamounts meet in the NCAA Tournament first round.The Golden Eagles have gone 17-3 against Big East teams, with an 11-3 record in non-conference play. Marquette has a 6-2 record in games decided by less than 4 points.The Catamounts are 14-2 against America East teams. Vermont has a 2-2 record in one-possession games.TOP PERFORMERS: Kam Jones averages 2.7 made 3-pointers per game for the Golden Eagles, scoring 15.0 points while shooting 35.1% from beyond the arc. Tyler Kolek is shooting 50.4% and averaging 18.1 points over the last 10 games for Marquette.Finn Sullivan is shooting 33.0% from beyond the arc with 2.0 made 3-pointers per game for the Catamounts, while averaging 11.9 points. Dylan Penn is shooting 59.3% and averaging 17.6 poi...

Hofstra and Cincinnati play in NIT

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Cincinnati Bearcats (22-12, 11-7 AAC) at Hofstra Pride (25-9, 16-2 CAA)Hempstead, New York; Saturday, 2 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: The Hofstra Pride and Cincinnati Bearcats play in the National Invitation Tournament.The Pride’s record in CAA play is 16-2, and their record is 9-7 against non-conference opponents. Hofstra scores 75.1 points while outscoring opponents by 9.1 points per game.The Bearcats are 11-7 against AAC teams. Cincinnati averages 77.3 points while outscoring opponents by 8.0 points per game.TOP PERFORMERS: Jaquan Carlos is averaging 6.8 points, 4.8 assists and 1.6 steals for the Pride. Tyler Thomas is averaging 20.1 points over the last 10 games for Hofstra.Landers Nolley II is shooting 45.3% and averaging 16.6 points for the Bearcats. Jeremiah Davenport is averaging 2.4 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games for Cincinnati.LAST 10 GAMES: Pride: 9-1, averaging 78.3 points, 34.7 rebounds, 15.4 assists, 6.7 steals and 4.8 blocks per game while shooting 49.8% from the...

Vanderbilt and Michigan meet in NIT

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Michigan Wolverines (18-15, 11-9 Big Ten) at Vanderbilt Commodores (21-14, 11-7 SEC)Nashville, Tennessee; Saturday, 12 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: The Vanderbilt Commodores and Michigan Wolverines square off in the National Invitation Tournament.The Commodores have gone 11-7 against SEC opponents, with a 10-7 record in non-conference play. Vanderbilt is 8-2 in one-possession games.The Wolverines’ record in Big Ten play is 11-9. Michigan has a 0-4 record in one-possession games.TOP PERFORMERS: Ezra Manjon is averaging 10.1 points and 3.8 assists for the Commodores. Liam Robbins is averaging 15 points, 6.8 rebounds and three blocks over the past 10 games for Vanderbilt.Jett Howard is shooting 36.8% from beyond the arc with 2.7 made 3-pointers per game for the Wolverines, while averaging 14.2 points. Hunter Dickinson is averaging 19.2 points, 10.3 rebounds and 2.1 blocks over the past 10 games for Michigan.LAST 10 GAMES: Commodores: 8-2, averaging 75.5 points, 32.0 rebounds, 11.4 assist...

San Diego State Aztecs take on the Furman Paladins in second round

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Furman Paladins (28-7, 15-3 SoCon) vs. San Diego State Aztecs (28-6, 15-3 MWC)Orlando, Florida; Saturday, 12:10 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: San Diego State -5.5; over/under is 137.5BOTTOM LINE: The No. 18 San Diego State Aztecs and Furman Paladins meet in the NCAA Tournament second round.The Aztecs’ record in MWC games is 15-3, and their record is 13-3 against non-conference opponents. San Diego State is eighth in the MWC with 28.3 points per game in the paint led by Keshad Johnson averaging 4.9.The Paladins are 15-3 against SoCon opponents. Furman ranks fourth in the SoCon with 8.7 offensive rebounds per game led by Jalen Slawson averaging 1.8.TOP PERFORMERS: Darrion Trammell is averaging 9.4 points and 3.3 assists for the Aztecs. Matt Bradley is averaging 13.2 points over the last 10 games for San Diego State.Mike Bothwell is scoring 17.8 points per game and averaging 3.4 rebounds for the Paladins. Slawson is averaging 16.1 points and 7.3 rebounds over the last 10 game...

Saint Mary’s (CA) and VCU square off in opening round of NCAA Tournament

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

VCU Rams (27-7, 15-3 A-10) vs. Saint Mary’s Gaels (26-7, 14-2 WCC)Albany, New York; Friday, 2 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Saint Mary’s (CA) -4; over/under is 122.5BOTTOM LINE: The No. 19 Saint Mary’s Gaels play in the first round of the NCAA Tournament against the VCU Rams.The Gaels are 14-2 against WCC opponents and 12-5 in non-conference play. Saint Mary’s (CA) ranks seventh in the WCC with 23.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Kyle Bowen averaging 5.0.The Rams are 15-3 in A-10 play. VCU has a 4-1 record in games decided by less than 4 points.TOP PERFORMERS: Logan Johnson is averaging 14.6 points, 3.7 assists and 1.5 steals for the Gaels. Aidan Mahaney is averaging 13.9 points over the last 10 games for Saint Mary’s (CA).Adrian Baldwin Jr. is scoring 12.7 points per game and averaging 2.9 rebounds for the Rams. Jalen DeLoach is averaging 10.9 points and 6.6 rebounds over the last 10 games for VCU.LAST 10 GAMES: Gaels: 7-3, averaging 71.2 point...

Texas Longhorns take on the Penn State Nittany Lions in second round

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:24:17 GMT

Penn State Nittany Lions (23-13, 10-10 Big Ten) vs. Texas Longhorns (27-8, 12-6 Big 12)Des Moines, Iowa; Saturday, 7:45 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Texas -5.5; over/under is 140.5BOTTOM LINE: The No. 5 Texas Longhorns and Penn State Nittany Lions meet in the NCAA Tournament second round.The Longhorns have gone 12-6 against Big 12 opponents, with a 15-2 record in non-conference play. Texas ranks eighth in the Big 12 with 8.7 offensive rebounds per game led by Brock Cunningham averaging 1.7.The Nittany Lions are 10-10 against Big Ten teams. Penn State averages 72.4 points and has outscored opponents by 4.3 points per game.TOP PERFORMERS: Marcus Carr is scoring 15.9 points per game with 3.0 rebounds and 4.1 assists for the Longhorns. Jabari Rice is averaging 15.8 points and 3.8 rebounds while shooting 45.2% over the last 10 games for Texas.Jalen Pickett is averaging 17.9 points, 7.3 rebounds and 6.7 assists for the Nittany Lions. Seth Lundy is averaging 13.4 points and 6.2 rebound...