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The Chinese mavericks looking to buck the trends in American college basketball
Zhang Boyuan is regarded as one of China's top young basketball prospects. He's weeks away from starting his first NCAA Division I season with the Louisville Cardinals. And he is not alone: more than 10 other Chinese players are set to take the…
Michigan 5-star basketball signee Brandon McCoy Jr. will miss entire season
Five-star guard Brandon McCoy Jr., the top signee in Michigan's 2026 basketball recruiting class, will miss the upcoming season after injuring the ACL in his right knee during the Wolverines' recent trip to Europe, coach Mike Boynton announced…
Iowa Basketball Schedule: Predicting the Hawkeyes' Nonconference Record
It's now Year 2 of the Ben McCollum era with the Iowa Hawkeyes, and expectations are real now. McCollum would be the first to say that the honeymoon from the Elite 8 run in last year's NCAA Tournament is over, with the page flipped to the 2026-27…
Hopes high, expectations low for Germany as it prepares to host Women's Basketball World Cup
BERLIN (AP) — Injuries and three straight losses in warmups have not dimmed hopes for host team Germany at the Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin. As a well-known German saying goes, “hope is the last to die.” Germany is…
The Chinese mavericks looking to buck the trends in American college basketball
(CNN) — “C'mon Bo, C'mon Bo, C'mon Bo.” Inside the training facility at the University of Louisville, strength coach Eli Foy stands on a weighted sled, adding more resistance. Zhang Boyuan, a 19-year-old player from northeast…
In the Midst of Basketball and Baseball Season, How to Join Women's Sports Fandom in the Bay Area | KQED
When she moved to the Bay Area a few years ago, Rindala Alajaji swiftly became a San Francisco Giants fan. She loved going to Oracle Park to see the team — and was especially appreciative of how inclusive and queer-friendly the games felt to…
Circle City inks deal for two Butler University basketball games
Circle City Broadcasting has inked a deal with Butler University to air two college basketball games on its CW Network affiliate in Indianapolis this season. The games will air on two consecutive Sundays — October 11 and October 18 —…
Naomi Osaka Debuts Latest Designer Tennis Kit at the 2026 US Open
Naomi Osaka aced her 2026 U.S. Open look for the final Grand Slam of the season. The two-time U.S. Open champion wore a Nike tennis kit and custom Who Decides War walk-on ensemble for her first round match at the USTA Billie Jean King National…
The future is now for new-look Opals at the FIBA Women's World Cup
The future is now for a new-look Opals team that will strive for the podium finish that's become the Australian standard at FIBA Women's World Cups. The task of winning a medal for the seventh time in eight World Cup campaigns will be a tougher one…
Former Lakers Sharpshooter's Latest Statement Could Spark Surprise Reunion
Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider may no longer be in the NBA, but his latest performances have provided another reminder of the skill set that once earned him opportunities around the league. Swider was named to USA Basketball's latest…
How Topps turned star athletes into Minions to create rare and valuable cards
Anyone familiar with the Minions could easily envision one of the lovable yellow characters pulling off the “night, night” pose made famous by two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry after either committing or thwarting a crime. The thought…
Jockey Club reports record turnover of HK$331.7 billion, delays Conghua opening
The Hong Kong Jockey Club said it was delaying the opening of its brand new venue in mainland China, as it reported record results at its AGM on Wednesday. The club told members wagering and lottery turnover had reached HK$331.7 billion – up…
Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr. Sign 76ers Contracts, Latest NBA Rumors Reveal Details
One of the tallest players in NBA history will audition to join LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers this season. Tacko Fall has signed with the Sixers ahead of training camp later this month, the team announced Tuesday. The deal is an Exhibit…
Champions League players to wear new 'debut patches' in 2026-27 season
‘Debut patches' will be appearing for the first time in the 2026-27 men's Champions League campaign as part of an agreement between Fanatics and UEFA, European soccer's governing body. Players appearing for the first time in the competition…
Michigan Basketball freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. out for season due to ACL injury
JUST IN: Michigan Basketball five-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. will miss the 2026-27 season due to an ACL injury: News this time of year in the college basketball universe is almost never good, and this is no different. Michigan freshman Brandon…
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