Damar Hamlin shares Instagram message: 'The Love has been overwhelming'

Though Damar Hamlin is still recovering in critical condition, doctors described his neurological function as “excellent” Saturday.

Larry's 18 lead Indiana State past UIC 80-60

Filip Skobalj led the Flames (9-8, 1-5) in scoring, finishing with 12 points. Trevante Anderson added 11 points and four assists for UIC. In addition, Christian Jones finished with eight points.

Buffalo defeats Northern Illinois 80-62

Curtis Jones scored 19 points as Buffalo beat Northern Illinois 80-62 on Saturday.

Terrence Shannon, Coleman Hawkins lead Illini past No. 14 Badgers, 79-69

Getting good performances from Shannon and Hawkins in the same game is a vital development, though Brad Underwood still faces a significant challenge to right the ship to save a season with lofty expectations.

LaVine hits 11 3s, scores 41 points in Bulls' win over 76ers

Zach LaVine made 11 of 13 3-pointers and scored 41 points and the Chicago Bulls beat Philadelphia 126-112 on Friday night to end the 76ers’ home winning streak at 11.

NFL will not resume Bills-Bengals game

The NFL won't resume the Bills-Bengals game that was suspended Monday night after Buffalo safety Damar Hamlin collapsed and went into cardiac arrest on the field.

Vikings look to steady themselves for playoffs against Bears

The Minnesota Vikings come into the regular-season finale with the NFC North championship secured, a home game in the playoffs guaranteed and a bitter taste in their mouths.

Meet the man who performed ‘vital’ CPR on Damar Hamlin

Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington administered CPR that was "absolutely vital" to saving Hamlin’s life after he collapsed on the field from cardiac arrest following a tackle early in the first quarter of Monday night’s game.

Hunter scores 23, Butler downs DePaul 78-70

Eric Hunter Jr. had 23 points in Butler’s 78-70 win against DePaul on Wednesday night.

Belmont defeats UIC 77-71

Ben Sheppard’s 19 points helped Belmont defeat UIC 77-71 on Wednesday night.

Larry scores 18 as Indiana State takes down Illinois State

Julian Larry had 18 points in Indiana State’s 76-67 victory against Illinois State on Wednesday night.

Durant scores 44, but Bulls snap Nets' 12-game win streak

DeMar DeRozan and Patrick Williams each scored 22 points, and the Chicago Bulls stopped Brooklyn’s 12-game win streak with a 121-112 victory over Kevin Durant and the Nets on Wednesday night.

Northwestern beats Illinois with big second-half run

Chase Audige scored 21 points and added four steals and Northwestern won for the sixth time in seven games, defeating Illinois 73-60 on Wednesday night.

AP source: Cubs, 1B Hosmer agree to 1-year contract

Eric Hosmer agreed to a $720,000, one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, giving the team another option at first base and designated hitter.

Justin Fields to sit for Bears final game after hip strain

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will not play in the season finale against the Minnesota Vikings, coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday.

Blackhawks recall Fs Lukas Reichel, Brett Seney from minors

The banged-up Chicago Blackhawks recalled forwards Lukas Reichel and Brett Seney from the minors on Wednesday.