Virginia looks to break a three-game losing streak as it faces ACC newcomer SMU on Wednesday night in Charlottesville, Va. Both teams enter the contest with contrasting momentum, but Virginia has a chance to redeem itself after falling to SMU earlier this season. The Cavaliers (8-8, 1-4 ACC) have struggled to find their rhythm this season. They are winless in the new year, coming off a challenging West Coast trip that saw them lose to Cal and Stanford by a combined 37 points. This marks Virginia’s worst start to ACC play since the 2008-09 season under former coach Dave Leitao. Interim head coach Ron Sanchez acknowledged the team’s defensive shortcomings, stating, “It just comes down to having a little more

Longtime rivals Oklahoma and Texas are set to clash in their first Southeastern Conference (SEC) showdown on Wednesday night in Norman, Okla., both teams desperate to secure their first conference win. The move from the Big 12 to the SEC has been a steep uphill battle for both programs. Despite dominant performances during nonconference play, neither team has managed a victory in their first three SEC games. Both teams are led by experienced coaches working to navigate the challenges of SEC competition while developing young talent. The Oklahoma-Texas rivalry is one of the most storied in college sports, and their transition to the SEC adds an exciting new chapter. This matchup carries not just the weight of tradition but also

Purdue’s star point guard Braden Smith has earned a reputation as one of the most dynamic passers in college basketball. As No. 17 Purdue heads to Seattle for a Wednesday night showdown against Washington in Big Ten play, Smith’s ability to balance his scoring and playmaking will be crucial. The Boilermakers (13-4, 5-1 Big Ten) are on a five-game winning streak, with their victories coming by an impressive average margin of 22.2 points. With a strong mix of individual talent and team efficiency, they’re positioned as heavy favorites. Smith, the team’s second-leading scorer (15.0 points per game), also ranks third nationally with 9.2 assists per game. His recent performances include back-to-back 14-assist games and five outings this season where he’s

At 8:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (23-18) will travel to take on the Milwaukee Bucks (21-17) at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The Bucks are favored by 6 points and the over/under line is currently sitting at 211 points. This Eastern Conference matchup will be televised on FDSW. The Magic improved to 23-18 this season with a 104-99 win over the 76ers on Sunday. Orlando was favored by two points and covered the spread, while the total score of 203 points fell short of the 207.5-point line. Orlando trailed 77-73 going into the 4th quarter but outscored Philadelphia 31-22 in the final period to secure the win. Cole Anthony led the Magic to a win over the 76ers with 27 points,