Pro basketball
Mavericks@Wizards
Where -- Verizon Center, Washington
When -- Tonight, 7
What now? -- The Wizards, who have won three in a row after taking a home-and-home series against the Bobcats, may need a little luck of the Irish on St. Patrick's Day as they get a slight upgrade in competition in hosting the Mavericks. Dallas is tied with Detroit for the most wins in the NBA. Tickets start at $10 and are available at Ticketmaster.
Online -- washingtonwizards.com
College basketball
Where -- Comcast Center, College Park
When -- Tomorrow, 11 a.m.
What now? -- For the second consecutive year, the Terps are in a place they'd rather not be, opening play in the National Invitational Tournament against the Jaspers. For the Terps, it's another chance to take small steps that they hope will lead to the Big Dance next season. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at the Terps' Web site.
Online -- umterps.com
College lacrosse
Maryland@UMBC
Where -- UMBC Stadium
When -- Tomorrow, 1 p.m.
What now? -- The Retrievers, coming off two straight losses, start a run of five straight home games by hosting the nation's top team. For the No. 1 Terps, it's a chance to rebound after Tuesday's 7-6 double-overtime loss to unranked Bucknell. The Retrievers are 4-23 all time against Maryland. Tickets are $6.
Online -- umbcretrievers.com
College lacrosse
Syracuse@Hopkins
Where -- Homewood Field
When -- Tomorrow, 1 p.m.
What now? -- The defending NCAA champions, who are coming off a 11-6 loss to Hofstra, are 2-2 this season. The No. 13 Blue Jays meet the rival No. 10 Orange (1-2) for the 42nd time. With five of the past six regular-season meetings between these powerhouses having been decided by one goal, it's fair to expect another close one. Ticket information can be found on the Hopkins Web site.
Online -- hopkinssports.collegesports.com