BYU is new to the WCC but not the NCAAs. A bid awaits in Las Vegas via two more wins. Zags in final »Auto-bids:  Manhattan »Wofford »

Gonzaga was the class of the WCC. But there are no sure things in Vegas. Daily Word: Zags should win »Preview  Southern title game

Phoenix has been one of the most surprising teams this season, but it may be just the beginning of the Suns' climb. Bradford Doolittle  Per Diem  

Joel Embiid will miss the Big 12 tourney with a back injury. Would it be wise to skip the Madness, too? Myron Medcalf »Big man down » KU done? »Bilas: Jayhawks' chances   Championship Week »

Louisville hasn't gotten past No. 1 UConn in two meetings this season. Will anything change in the AAC title game? Champ Week impressions

ESPN NHL columist Pierre LeBrun discusses Stars center Rich Peverley collapsing on the bench Monday night and the game against the Blue Jackets having to be postponed.

Jeff Goodman discusses Kansas freshman Joel Embiid's lower-back injury; Embiid is seeking a second opinion from a specialist, and coach Bill Self is confident that Embiid will return to play in the postseason.

ESPN NFL Insider Adam Caplan discusses the report that free-agent safety Jairus Byrd is seeking a long-term deal in the range of $9 million per season.

John Clayton has the latest on several notable free agents, such as Hakeem Nicks, Michael Bennett and Michael Johnson.

Jeff Saturday discusses why he is shocked that the Bills inked S Aaron Williams to a four-year contract extension.