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Sophomore forward Sisi Bentley (94) throws the ball during a game against Loyola University Maryland on Feb. 1. The Boston University women’s basketball team takes their fourth loss in a row, falling 51-71 against Colgate on Saturday. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Blowout loss to Colgate latest in four-game skid for women’s basketball

Julianna D’Amato February 16, 2025
The Boston University women’s basketball team suffered their fourth consecutive loss on Saturday, this one a 71-51 drubbing at the hands of Colgate University. It was yet another loss on the road, dropping their out-of-town record to 4-8.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The Post-Up: Kawhi Leonard is back and not to blame

Kailyn Smith January 22, 2025
The Los Angeles Clippers have been struggling in their recent efforts to contend for titles, and last year was a dream turned nightmare. A season that should have seen the Clippers as a surefire giant in the West with a starting lineup of dynamic hometown heroes instead became one riddled with injuries and underperformance. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The Post-Up: Why we should be concerned about the aftermath of missed calls

Kailyn Smith December 4, 2024
The referee problem in the NBA has more to do with interpersonal values than in-game conduct. The frustration that fans, players and coaches alike have toward game officials has become increasingly evident less than two months into the regular season. While the incidents and negative feedback is ramping up, these complaints are not new.
Freshman guard Azmar Abdullah (7) bypasses a Wagner College player in a game on Nov. 19. The Terriers lost to Sacred Heart University, 73-65, in a game on Sunday. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s basketball comeback falls short against Pioneers, 73-65

Jose Rodriguez December 3, 2024
Despite a hard-fought comeback, the Boston University men’s basketball team fell 73-65 to Sacred Heart University on Sunday evening at Case Gym.
Freshman forward Inez Gallegos (33) battles a Northeastern player for the ball during the women’s basketball game on Nov. 4. The Boston University women’s basketball team beat Rider University on Sunday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Ericksen 20-point performance hands Broncs 64-59 loss

Jose Rodriguez December 2, 2024
Sophomore guard Audrey Ericksen went 6-for-6 behind the arc to give the Boston University women’s basketball team a 64-59 victory over Rider University on Sunday afternoon at Case Gym.
Junior guard Ben Roy (30) dribbles the ball during the men’s basketball game on Tuesday. The Boston University men’s basketball team fell to the Wagner College Seahawks at home. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Wagner buzzer-beater stuns men’s basketball at Case Gym with 60-58 loss

Jose Rodriguez November 20, 2024
The Wagner College Seahawks men’s basketball team defeated the Boston University Terriers at the buzzer, 60-58, Tuesday night at Case Gym.
Senior forward Malcolm Chimezie reaches to grab the ball in a game against Northeastern University on Nov. 4. The Terriers won 78-50 against Dartmouth College on Saturday to earn their first victory of the season. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Terriers dominate Dartmouth to secure first win of the season, 78-50

Jason Asvestopoulos November 17, 2024
The Boston University men’s basketball team took care of business at home to earn its first victory of the season, thumping Dartmouth College 78-50.
Sophomore guard Bella McLaughlin (12) attempts a layup during the game on Nov. 4. The Terriers fell to the University of New Hampshire with a score of 69-60 on Saturday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball breaks early win streak yet again with away loss against New Hampshire

Ava Malamut November 17, 2024
The Boston University women’s basketball team fell to the University of New Hampshire on Saturday, with a final score of 69-60.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The Post-Up: If the NBA Cup is to be permanent, the stakes need to be felt

Kailyn Smith November 14, 2024
On Tuesday night, the Emirates NBA Cup 2024 tipped off and the league appears to be learning from mistakes evident in the inaugural season.
Freshman forward Allison Schwetner (42) prepares for tip-off during the women’s basketball game on Nov. 4. The Boston University women’s basketball team won an exhibition game against Emmanuel College on Tuesday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball breezes past Emmanuel 71-38 in exhibition win

Jose Rodriguez November 13, 2024
The Boston University women’s basketball team defeated Emmanuel College 71-38 in an exhibition game on Tuesday night at Case Gym.
Senior guard Ethan Okwuosa (1) dribbles the ball and drives to the hoop at a game against Northeastern University on Nov. 4. The Boston University men’s basketball team lost to The University of California Los Angeles Monday night. KATE KOTLYAR/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER.

Men’s basketball remains winless, falls to UCLA 71-40 on the road

Toby Moses November 13, 2024
The Boston University men’s basketball team fell to the University of California Los Angeles Monday night with a final score of 71-40.
Sophomore forward Quinn Nielsen (32) dunks the ball during the men’s basketball game on Nov. 4. The Boston University men’s basketball team lost to the University of San Diego on Friday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s basketball falls on the road against San Diego, aims to readjust for UCLA game

Jason Asvestopoulos November 10, 2024
The Boston University men’s basketball team dropped one of their West Coast matchups this season after falling to the University of San Diego 74-60 on Friday night.
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