No. 14 St. John's gets in Players Era win column vs. Baylor

San Diego State achieved a remarkable shooting performance, hitting 67.2% of their shots, leading to a decisive 97-80 victory over Oregon during the Players Era men's basketball tournament in Las Vegas. This win highlights the Aztecs' offensive capabilities and strategic execution on the court.

St. John's basketball team suffered a narrow defeat against Iowa State, losing 83-82 in the Las Vegas Players Era Festival. Head coach Rick Pitino expressed regret over the team's performance, particularly in critical moments of the game.

Emanuel Sharp and Milos Uzan each scored 26 points, leading No. 3 Houston to a 78-74 victory over Syracuse in overtime during the opening round of the Players Era. Uzan contributed six points in overtime while Sharp added five, helping the Cougars maintain their undefeated record at 6-0. Chris Cenac Jr. also played a significant role, scoring all eight of his points after halftime and securing 12 rebounds.

Art Briles has been appointed as the head football coach at Eastern New Mexico University, marking his return to college coaching nearly a decade after being dismissed from Baylor University amid a significant sexual assault scandal. An investigation revealed that Baylor mishandled multiple allegations of sexual assault involving students, including football players, leading to Briles' firing in 2016.

No. 15 Iowa State secured a thrilling 83-82 victory over No. 14 St. John's, with Milan Momcilovic leading the scoring with 23 points and five 3-pointers. The match took place during the Las Vegas Players Era Festival, showcasing both teams' competitive spirit and skill.

Victor Lincoln, a three-star cornerback from Duncanville, Texas, has decommitted from the University of Arkansas, as reported by Rivals. This decision comes amidst a challenging season for the Razorbacks, both on the field and in recruiting efforts, marking Lincoln as the latest prospect to withdraw his commitment since he initially chose Arkansas over other schools in June.