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Georgia running back Nate Frazier (3) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half of the NCAA Aflac Kickoff Game against Clemson in Atlanta, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

Predicting the AP Top 25 College Football Poll After Week 1

After the first full week of college football action, Athlon Sports projects what the AP Top 25 will look like on Tuesday.

Denver Nuggets guard Jalen Pickett dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Four Penn State Basketball Alumni Set for NBA Playoffs

Denver General Manager Calvin Booth seeks to lead the Nuggets to another NBA title.

Penn State's Ashley Owusu drives to the basket against Maryland in a Big Ten women's basketball game.

Penn State's Ashley Owusu Selected in WNBA Draft

The Dallas Wings drafted the Lady Lions guard at No. 33 overall.

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Former Penn State Basketball Star Kathy Drysdale Passes Away

Drysdale worked in Penn State's athletics department for more than a decade. Her son plays in the NBA.

Penn State women's basketball coach Carolyn Kieger is in her fifth season with the Lady Lions.

Penn State Falls to Villanova in WBIT Semifinals

The Lady Lions end their season with a 58-53 loss in the inaugural Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament.

Penn State's Ashley Owusu drives to the basket against Maryland in a Big Ten women's basketball game.

Penn State to Face Villanova in WBIT Semifinals

The Lady Lions head to Indianapolis for the final rounds of the inaugural Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament.

Penn State's Puff Johnson announced that he will return to the Nittany Lions for the 2024-25 college basketball season.

Penn State's Puff Johnson Announces Return for 2024-25 Season

Johnson, a 6-8 guard/forward, will play another season with the Nittany Lions.

Penn State's Demetrius Lilley goes to the basket in a Big Ten basketball game against the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Analysis: Penn State Basketball's Latest Portal Entrant a Surprise

Demetrius Lilley, who chose to stay at Penn State last year, enters the NCAA Transfer Portal.

Penn State basketball coach Mike Rhoades watches his team during a Big Ten Tournament game against Indiana.

Transfer Portal Season Begins for Penn State Basketball

Former Nittany Lion Kanye Clary and two other players enter the NCAA Transfer Portal.

Penn State's Makenna Marisa became the seventh Lady Lions basketball player to score 2,000 career points.

Penn State Earns a No. 1 Seed in Inaugural WBIT

The Lady Lions return to the postseason for the first time since 2018.

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Indiana Beats Penn State on Late Tip-in, Advances to Big Ten Tournament Quarters

Indiana kept its season alive on Thursday night, beating Penn State 61-59 on an Anthony Leal tip-in with three seconds to go in the Big Ten Tournament. It's the fifth straight win for the Hoosiers, who now take on Nebraska in Friday's quarterfinal game.

 Penn State Nittany Lions forward Qudus Wahab (22) strips the ball from Penn State Nittany Lions guard Ace Baldwin Jr. (1) during the first half at Target Center.

Photo Gallery: Best Pictures From Indiana's Big Ten Tournament 61-59 Win Over Penn State

Indiana took on Penn State in Big Ten Tournament on Thursday night at the Target Center in Minneapolis snagging a 61-59 win to advance. Here are the best pictures from the game.

Penn State's Puff Johnson reacts after missing a shot late against Indiana in the Big Ten Basketball Tournament.

Penn State Loses Stinger to Indiana, Likely Ending Its Season

The Nittany Lions give up a late layup and fall to the Hoosiers at the Big Ten Basketball Tournament.

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Point Spread UPDATE: Line Swings 5 Points in Indiana's Favor vs. Penn State

It's been a crazy day watching the point spread on Indiana's game with Penn State on Thursday in the Big Ten Tournament. There's been a wild 5-point swing in the line. Here's the latest on the point spread and a great history of both teams vs. the number this season.

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My Two Cents: Woodson Needs to Coach With Sense of Urgency in Big Ten Tournament

In Indiana's last loss to Penn State, point guard Ace Baldwin Jr. broke the game open with eight straight points. He did it while playing with two fouls while Indiana standout Mackenzie Mgbako sat on the bench for 15 straight minutes with two fouls. In the Big Ten Tournament, Hoosiers coach Mike Woodson can't coach so conservatively, or the season will be over.

Maryland Terrapins guard Jahmir Young (1) works around Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Jamichael Davis (1) during the second half at Target Center.

2024 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament: Day 2 Preview

Some important matchups are in store on Day 2 of the 2024 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament. Here's a preview of all four games, which begin at 12 p.m. ET and will air on Big Ten Network.

Penn State's Ace Baldwin Jr. (left) congratulates Zach Hicks after a 3-pointer against Michigan in the Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament.

Big Ten Tournament: Penn State Tops Michigan, Gets Indiana Next

The Nittany Lions seek their 3rd win over the Hoosiers this season.

Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Keisei Tominaga (30) and forward Rienk Mast (51) celebrate at the end of the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Big Ten Daily (March 13): 4 Teams to Watch in the Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament

The 2024 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament gets underway on Wednesday at the Target Center in Minneapolis. There are four interesting teams worth keeping an eye on: Penn State, Nebraska, Ohio State and Indiana.

Penn State Nittany Lions guard Ace Baldwin Jr. (1) celebrates a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

2024 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament: Day 1 Preview

The 2024 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament tips off on Wednesday, March 12 at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Here's the preview for the two opening round games: Rutgers vs. Maryland and Penn State vs. Michigan.

Penn State's Ace Baldwin Jr. steals the ball from Northwestern's Brooks Barnhizer in a Big Ten basketball game at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Penn State's Ace Baldwin Jr. Named Big Ten's Top Defensive Player

The Nittany Lions guard was the Atlantic 10's top defender last season.

Penn State guard Ace Baldwin Jr. takes a shot against Maryland in a Big Ten men's basketball game at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Can Penn State Basketball Make a Big Ten Tournament Run?

Coach Mike Rhoades says the Nittany Lions are playing with "house money." They open Big Tens against Michigan.

Penn State guard Ace Baldwin Jr. drives to the basket against Maryland in a Big Ten men's basketball game at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Ace Baldwin Jr. Leads Penn State Past Maryland in Big Ten Home Finale

Baldwin gives the Nittany Lions a boost heading to the Big Ten Basketball Tournament.

Penn State's Ace Baldwin Jr. (1) celebrates with teammate Zach Hicks during the Nittany Lions' Big Ten basketball win over Iowa at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Penn State Vs. Maryland Basketball Preview: How to Watch, Stream

The Nittany Lions seek their 7th consecutive Big Ten home win over the Terps.

Iowa Hawkeyes guard Caitlin Clark (22) controls the ball as Penn State Nittany Lions guard Alli Campbell (22) defends during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

2024 Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament: Day 3 Preview

We're heading into Day 3 of the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament on Friday. All of the top-four seeds will be in action, with trips to the semifinals hanging in the balance. Here's a breakdown of Friday's games.

Iowa's Caitlin Clark takes a shot against Penn State in a Big Ten women's basketball game in Iowa City.

Penn State Advances to Face Iowa in Big Ten Women's Tournament

The Lady Lions will meet Caitlin Clark and the Hawkeyes in the Big Ten quarterfinals.

Wisconsin's Serah Williams goes to the basket as Rutgers' Chyna Cornwell defends on at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday January, 27, 2024.

Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament: Day 2 Preview

The second day of the Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament gets under way Thursday, with games beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET. Here's a preview of the matchups for Day 2 from the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Penn State women's basketball coach Carolyn Kieger is in her fifth season with the Lady Lions.

Penn State Women's Basketball Brings NCAA Hopes to Big Ten Tournament

The Lady Lions enter the Big Ten Tournament perched on the NCAA Tournament bubble.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Kevin McGuff cuts down the net as the team celebrates winning the Big Ten regular season title after the 67-51 win over the Michigan Wolverines in the NCAA women s basketball game at Value City Arena.

Big Ten Women's Basketball: Individual Award Winners, All-Conference Teams Announced

The Big Ten has announced the individual award winners and all-conference teams for the 2023-24 women's college basketball season. Iowa's Caitlin Clark was named the Player of the Year and Ohio State's Kevin McGuff was the Big Ten Coach of the Year.

The Iowa Hawkeyes pose for a photo with the trophy after the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Target Center.

2024 Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament Bracket Tracker

The Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament is approaching quickly. This year's event is being held at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. from March 6-10. We're keeping track of the bracket throughout the final month of the regular season.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Jake Diebler congratulates guard Roddy Gayle Jr. (1) during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Value City Arena.

Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings (Vol. 15): Do Ohio State, Iowa Have a Shot at March Madness?

Both Ohio State and Iowa have won four of their last five games. There might still be some work left to do for the Buckeyes and Hawkeyes, but do they have an outside shot at making the NCAA Tournament?

Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades guides his team against Nebraska in a Big Ten Conference game.

Penn State Blows 23-Point Lead in Big Ten Loss to Minnesota

Coach Mike Rhoades said the Nittany Lions had a "second-half meltdown" in 75-70 loss to the Gophers.

Penn State's Nick Kern Jr. drives to the basket against Minnesota in a Big Ten men's basketball game at the Bryce Jordan Center.

How to Watch, Stream Penn State Vs. Minnesota Basketball

The Nittany Lions visit the Gophers for their last road game of the Big Ten regular season.

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Watch: Iowa-Penn State Postgame

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Penn State's RayQuawndis Mitchell drives to the basket against the Iowa Hawkeyes in a Big Ten men's basketball game.

Penn State Basketball: Lions Latest Rally Falls Short at Iowa

Down 17 in the first half, the Lions made a run against the Hawkeyes but fell 90-81 in a Big Ten road game.

Penn State's Ace Baldwin Jr. and Zach Hicks celebrate during the Nittany Lions' win over Indiana in a Big Ten men's basketball game at Rec Hall.

Penn State Vs. Iowa Preview: Lions Seek Another Sweep

After completing a regular-season sweep of Indiana, the Nittany Lions can do the same against the Hawkeyes.

Northwestern Wildcats guard Boo Buie (0) shoots the ball against Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Sam Hoiberg (1) during the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings (Vol. 14): Battle For Top-4 Seed Heating Up

Purdue appears on a path to a second consecutive Big Ten title. Illinois is probably locked into the No. 2 spot. As for the final two double-byes in the conference tournament? Northwestern, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Michigan State and Minnesota are in the mix.

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Video: Here's What Mike Woodson Said After Indiana's 83-74 Loss at Penn State

Indiana coach Mike Woodson met with the media after Saturday's loss to Penn State, saying that he's ''upset with the way we've played and the way I've coached this team this whole season.'' Here is the full video and transcript.

Penn State's Ace Baldwin Jr. drives to the basket against Indiana in a Big Ten men's basketball game at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Ace Baldwin Jr. Leads Penn State to a Season Sweep of Indiana

Baldwin's 23 points and nine assists lift the Nittany Lions past the Hoosiers for a Big Ten series sweep.

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Indiana Loses to Penn State Again on Another Awful Shooting Day

Indiana lost its fourth straight game to Penn State in a 13-month window, and it was the same issue with the Nittany Lions making nine threes in an 83-74 win. Indiana made only two — both in the final minute — and also missed 11 free throws to fall to 14-13 on the season and 6-10 in the Big Ten.