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AP National WriterClosing act: An uncertain future looms for college hoopsBy EDDIE PELLSSAN ANTONIO (AP) For the past three weeks, it's been all about buzzer-beaters, bracket-busters and basketball - a much-needed reminder about just how beautiful this game can be.For the next six months, it will be all...

NCAA Latest: Villanova has shot at some eye-popping statsSAN ANTONIO (AP) The Latest on the championship game of the NCAA Tournament (all times local):3 p.m.There's quite a few statistically noteworthy items Villanova will be chasing on Monday night.If the Wildcats beat Michigan, they'll be the third team in...

Hurricanes' Huell to declare for draft, won't retain agentCORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) Miami Hurricanes sophomore forward Dewan Huell has decided to declare for the NBA draft but won't retain an agent, leaving him the option of continuing his college career.The school announced Huell's decision Monday. Teammate Bruce Brown...

Clemson guards Reed, Mitchell say they're entering NBA draftCLEMSON, S.C. (AP) Clemson's backcourt of Marcquise Reed and Shelton Mitchell have decided to enter the NBA draft.Tigers coach Brad Brownell said neither player would hire an agent, meaning they could return for a final college season after getting evaluated...

AP Sports WriterMichigan State freshman Jaren Jackson jumps to NBA draftBy LARRY LAGEMichigan State freshman Jaren Jackson is entering the NBA draft.Jackson announced his decision on Twitter on Monday. He was the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year, joining former Ohio State star...

NCAA Latest: Michigan can go from unranked to undisputedSAN ANTONIO (AP) The Latest on the championship game of the NCAA Tournament (all times local):1:10 p.m.When the AP Top 25 preseason men's basketball poll came out, Villanova was a very respectable No. 6.Michigan was an afterthought.The Wolverines were unranked...

NCAA Latest: Villanova-Michigan title game all about the 3sSAN ANTONIO (AP) The Latest on the championship game of the NCAA Tournament (all times local):12:40 p.m.There's a reason so much of the talk surrounding the NCAA Tournament championship game is about 3-pointers.Villanova is commanding that by making its case...

NCAA Latest: Michigan likely needs 75-plus points to winSAN ANTONIO (AP) The Latest on the championship game of the NCAA Tournament (all times local):4:30 p.m.The late Rollie Massimino used to write a number on the board before games that he coached at Villanova and elsewhere, setting a target...

Villanova prepares, greasing utility poles, before gameVILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) Authorities around the Villanova University campus are preparing - and, yes, greasing utility poles - in anticipation of fan celebrations if the school prevails in the NCAA championship men's basketball game over Michigan.Radnor police Lt. Chris Flanagan tells The...

AP Sports WriterMichigan State freshman Jaren Jackson jumps to NBA draftBy LARRY LAGEJaren Jackson, the Big Ten defensive player of the year as a freshman for Michigan State, is leaving early for the NBA.''Spartans, this was not an automatic decision,'' he tweeted Monday. ''And honestly, thank you for making...

AP Basketball WriterVillanova and Michigan have no need for one-and-donesBy JOHN MARSHALLSAN ANTONIO (AP) Oklahoma's Trae Young captivated the college basketball world, dashing and dishing and filling up the hoop. Arizona's Deandre Ayton was called a cyborg and a unicorn, whatever people could think of to describe his...

AP Basketball WriterVillanova, Michigan coach different styles for NCAA titleBy STEPHEN HAWKINSSAN ANTONIO (AP) Jay Wright's custom-tailored suits are as sharp as Villanova's 3-point shooting. The game-day attire for Michigan coach John Beilein is more reflective of his team's emphasis on old-school fundamentals and defense.''At the end of...