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Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton advances to 1st NBA postseason as his 'faith has grown a lot'

Ready for his 1st NBA playoffs, Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton has seen God transform his heart. "I go to church on Sunday every chance I can."

Dan Hurley leads UConn men to back-to-back titles as he leans on his 'faith in Jesus Christ'

With a foundation of "faith in Jesus Christ," fiery coach Dan Hurley has led his UConn Huskies to their second consecutive national title.

Freshman Tessa Johnson powers South Carolina to 3rd national title, believes 'God is able'

Freshman Tessa Johnson led South Carolina with 19 points in the title game. Her faith helped her overcome a gruesome injury in high school.

Purdue's Mason Gillis finds strength in Isaiah 40:31 at men's Final Four

Despite hardships and injuries, Purdue sixth man Mason Gillis has always taken solace in the words from the Bible verse Isaiah 40:31.

Superstar Paige Bueckers leads UConn back to Final Four: 'I give all glory to God'

Paige Bueckers trusted God while recovering from an ACL tear last season. Now, she's led UConn back to the Final Four. "I'm a living testimony."

Mark Sears leads Alabama to its first-ever Final Four: 'Give all honor and glory to God'

Alabama has ridden sharpshooter Mark Sears to the Crimson Tide's first Final Four. "I just put the work in, trusted God, and now I'm here."

Star Raegan Beers leads Oregon State in Sweet 16, strives 'to be with God'

Oregon State star forward Raegan Beers has powered her team to the Sweet 16, knowing that "God desires to be in our lives with us."

Clemson star PJ Hall can't thank Jesus enough 'for what He's done for me'

Clemson center PJ Hall leaned on his faith through tragedy and multiple injuries. "I can't thank God and Jesus enough."

D.J. Burns thanks God as N.C. State makes improbable Sweet 16 run in NCAA Tournament

N.C. State's improbable run to the NCAA Tourney's Sweet 16 has been sparked by forward DJ Burns, who seeks to give God glory through it all.

Morehead State coach Preston Spradlin seeks to put 'my faith on display' in NCAA Tourney

Coach Preston Spradlin has Morehead State in the NCAA Tournament, and he says he tries to "my faith on display through my coaching."

GET IN THE GAME PODCAST: Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua - Baylor Basketball Player

Baylor basketball's Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua joins the "Get in the Game" podcast to talk about his upbringing, faith and personal journey.

Coach Donnie Jones leads Stetson to 1st NCAA Tournament while being 'intentional' with prayer

Stetson head coach Donnie Jones leads the Hatters to their first NCAA Tournament appearance while being "intentional" in prayer.

Coach Dan Hurley leads No. 1 UConn with foundation on his 'faith in Jesus Christ'

As head coach Dan Hurley aims to lead UConn to another national title, he'll lean on his foundation, which starts with his "faith in Jesus."

Star freshman Hannah Hidalgo leads No. 9 Notre Dame, is 'always thanking God'

Hannah Hidalgo led Notre Dame to its sixth ACC Tournament title. "I know that every gift I have comes from God."

IUP's Bryce Radford brings career to a close: 'God put me here for a much bigger purpose'

Bryce Radford had a storybook return for Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He knows his record-setting return was all for God's glory.

Creighton star Baylor Scheierman seeking to 'glorify Him' as NCAA Tournament approaches

Baylor Scheierman and the Creighton Bluejays are eyeing another deep NCAA Tournament tun. "God took care of all the big things," he says.

Gabe McGlothan leads Grand Canyon through bold faith: 'I'll rock with my man Jesus Christ'

Gabe McGlothan has Grand Canyon atop the WAC and in position for another trip to the NCAA Tournament. "God has the best plan for you."

Coach Hubert Davis leads North Carolina men, steadied by 'my relationship with Jesus'

Hubert Davis has had an eventful three seasons with North Carolina. And as he gears up for March, he seeks to "be an example for Christ."

SS PODCAST: Dr. Sean McDowell on 90s NBA, Gospel conversations in sports

The author and speaker discusses the NBA of the 90s and sports as a platform to facilitate Gospel conversations.

SS PODCAST: Indiana Wesleyan basketball coach Greg Tonagel on coaching with purpose

The Indiana Wesleyan men's coach talks about his 500 wins, coaching with purpose, and living a life of "third."

SS PODCAST: Musician Zach Williams on winning Grammys, his love for basketball

The Grammy-winning artist discusses his basketball journey, giving his life to Christ, and music with Dolly Parton.