Caitlin Clark and Iowa move on after tough second round; Shohei Ohtani speaks out on betting controversy

Top-seeded Iowa’s Caitlin Clark led her team to the Sweet 16 despite a tough battle against No. 8 seed West Virginia. Clark scored 32 points in a gritty 64-54 win, facing an aggressive defense that caused her to shoot 8 for 22. Iowa’s win was secured with strong free-throw shooting and endurance through challenges, making the fewest points in a win this season. Other top teams like USC and UConn also advanced to the Sweet 16 with standout performances from JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers. In the men’s NBA, Raptors forward Jontay Porter is under investigation for potential betting irregularities during two specific games. The investigation involves betting props on Porter’s performance and suspicious behavior regarding those bets, potentially leading to disciplinary actions. On the other hand, Angels star Shohei Ohtani denied any involvement in a gambling scandal with his former interpreter, who allegedly stole money from Ohtani to cover gambling debts. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks made a historic comeback against the Boston Celtics, erasing a 30-point deficit to secure a 120-118 victory, showcasing team effort and resilience on the court. Additionally, the Pac-12 conference has been dominant in the women’s NCAA tournament, with a record of 12-2 after the second round, underscoring the strength of the conference’s teams during this farewell season. The newsletter also covered other sports highlights and notable events in the world of athletics.

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