Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Huge college hoops slate, NBA All-Star Weekend and more
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Brandon Gustafson
February 14, 2026
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Saturday offers a packed schedule of top-tier sports events for fans across the globe. College basketball enthusiasts will have plenty to watch, with four high-profile matchups featuring ranked teams. These include No. 9 Kansas facing No. 5 Iowa State in a Big 12 showdown and No. 25 Kentucky clashing with No. 14 Florida in an SEC clash. The NBA All-Star Weekend takes center stage in Los Angeles, with the Skills Challenge and Shooting Stars competition making their return. Additionally, Team USA’s men's hockey team will compete in the Winter Olympics against Denmark.
For college basketball fans, Saturday’s games are a must-watch. Kansas and Iowa State, both top-10 teams, bring strong records to the table. The Cyclones, led by a dominant defense, enter as slight favorites over the Jayhawks, who have been on an impressive eight-game winning streak. Meanwhile, Kentucky and Florida face off in what promises to be a defensive battle between two of the SEC’s elite teams.
The NBA All-Star Weekend adds excitement with its Skills Challenge, featuring the return of the Shooting Stars competition after 11 years. Teams include Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Allan Houston representing Knicks fans, while other teams feature notable players like Jamal Murray and Donovan Mitchell. The dunk contest and 3-point shootout also highlight the weekend, with rising stars like Kon Knueppel and
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/14/2026