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BIG TEST: North Carolina’s 2025-26 Non-Conference Schedule Loaded with Challenges and Opportunity CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The North Carolina Tar Heels are once again taking on a national spotlight with a non-conference basketball schedule for the 2025-26 season that ranks among the toughest in the country. From historic rivalries to marquee matchups against blue-blood programs, the Tar Heels’ path to March Madness will be paved with early-season challenges—and opportunities to make a statement. A National Schedule with Heavyweights North Carolina will open the season in style at the Champions Classic in New York, facing the Michigan State…
NBA 2K26 Summer League, featuring squads from all 30 franchises, takes place in Las Vegas, July 10-20. And as of the Orlando Magic’s Summer League roster reveal on Wednesday afternoon, the action is set to include former three-year Duke basketball player and two-time Blue Devil captain Wendell Moore Jr.There’s no telling how much playing time Moore will receive. But there’s no doubt the Magic is high on Blue Devils in general, as Orlando recently signed 2015 Duke basketball national champion Tyus Jones for next season, adding to the two frontcourt starters the franchise employs in Wendell Carter Jr. and one…
It has been a relatively quiet free agency period so far for the Heat, who agreed to re-sign Davion Mitchell on Saturday and worked out a sign-and-trade deal sending Duncan Robinson to Detroit, but haven’t made any veteran roster additions outside of Simone Fontecchio, who will be sent to Miami in that trade with the Pistons. According to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald, Miami are content to “let our young guys show what they can do” this fall, with a full training camp together. As Jackson explains, the Heat believe they can’t accurately judge the current group based…
July 1 ushered in a new NIL era in collegiate sports – is Michigan State ready? Michigan State University (MSU) stands at a pivotal crossroads as it faces a seismic shift in the landscape of college athletics – a transformation driven by evolving Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights, a landmark revenue-sharing settlement, and the potential redefinition of athlete status under labor law. As MSU adapts to this new reality, understanding the nuances of fair-market NIL value, revenue sharing, and regulatory compliance is essential. These factors will shape the university’s ability to recruit, retain, and support top athletes while…
How Jay Hill’s defense can help BYU overcome QB uncertainty Kalani Sitake received two commitments from three-star athletes at Orem High this week in a display of dominating instate recruiting. With the commitment of three-star rush end Lopeti Moala from Orem, BYU’s class of 2026 ranking was No. 33, according to 247sports and that’s a significant jump for the Kalani Sitake program. Here is our story on Moala’s commitment, made Monday. He is the 15th commitment.A day later, two-way athlete (receiver/linebacker/edge rusher) Kaue Akana committed to the Cougars. Greg Biggins of 247sports labeled Akana one of the most versatile…
After the Miami Heat stumbled to their most losses in a decade, team president Pat Riley told reporters there was “no doubt” that change was needed. So, what happened? Are changes no longer needed, or is this franchise incapable of making them?The NBA free agent market has been on fire, but you’d be hard-pressed to find even traces of smoke in South Florida. The Heat found a steal at the draft and made a smart move to keep Davion Mitchell, but that’s it so far. For all intents and purposes, Miami appears poised to run back a roster it…
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY — North Carolina Coach Hubert Davis and Wife Leslie Celebrate 26th Wedding Anniversary with $10.5 Million Gift to Charity In a powerful display of love, gratitude, and generosity, University of North Carolina men’s basketball coach Hubert Davis and his wife Leslie celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary in extraordinary fashion — by donating a staggering $10.5 million to charity. The couple, long known for their deep-rooted faith and commitment to community service, made the announcement on Tuesday morning through a joint statement released by the University and their family foundation. The gift will be spread across several…
UNC All-Girl Cheerleading Squad Crowned World’s Best by ESPN After Record-Setting Performance In a stunning display of precision, power, and poise, the University of North Carolina’s All-Girl Cheerleading Squad has officially been named the world’s best by ESPN. The announcement came following their jaw-dropping, record-setting performance at the 2025 World Cheerleading Championships, a moment that has since gone viral and captivated fans and athletes alike across the globe. Their routine wasn’t just another championship-caliber performance — it was a groundbreaking showcase that redefined the boundaries of what cheerleading can be. From never-before-seen stunt combinations to synchronized tumbling runs…
The Miami Heat may not have come out and said it yet, but it does appear as if they’re prioritizing their young core moving forward. The Heat allowing Duncan Robinson to leave in free agency is the latest evidence of that. Considering their other moves to not strongly pursue Kevin Durant and to keep the No. 20 overall pick when that fell through, it’s the only real explanation. In the end, the Heat worked a sign and trade in which Robinson will sign a four-year deal with the Detroit Pistons. In exchange, Miami will receive Simone Fontecchio. But truly,…
OFFICIAL: Miami HEAT Sign 2025 First-Round Draft Pick Kasparas Jakučionis The Miami HEAT have officially signed their 2025 first-round draft selection, guard Kasparas Jakučionis, the franchise announced today. The move finalizes the rookie’s entry into the NBA and solidifies Miami’s belief that the 6-foot-5 Lithuanian playmaker can be a key part of the team’s future. Selected with the 15th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Jakučionis enters the league with a reputation as one of the most polished and intelligent guards of his class. The 19-year-old has drawn praise for his high basketball IQ, playmaking vision, and…