NBA roundup: Sixers edge Cavs to halt 7-game skid

Jan 24, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) reacts to a play against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Paul George scored 30 points and Tyrese Maxey added 29 as the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 132-129…

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Wild bid to snap skid in encounter vs. Avalanche

Jan 18, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators center Colton Sissons (10) and Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber (7) battle for the puck during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images The Minnesota Wild feel a sense of urgency despite having nearly half a season left to play. After losing three…

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Bulls bid to halt skid in clash vs. tumbling Trail Blazers

Jan 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Jalen Smith (7) agains the Charlotte Hornets grabs a rebound during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images Two teams trying to end skids square off Sunday night when the Chicago Bulls visit the Portland Trail Blazers. Portland has dropped five straight…

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Sputtering Northwestern hosts Maryland, looks to end skid

Jan 2, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) shoots during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Bryce Jordan Center. Penn State defeated Northwestern 84-80. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O’Haren-Imagn Images After a 10-3 start, Northwestern has opened the new calendar year with three consecutive losses and its…

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