Q&A: ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips on growth, change in women’s college basketball

The New Orleans Pelicans' new president, Joe Dumars, has made significant roster changes, including controversial draft selections and trading CJ McCollum for Jordan Poole. Despite Zion Williamson's injury history, Dumars is optimistic, emphasizing accountability and support, while the team aims for continuity and internal development with an open roster spot for flexibility. Want More Context? 🔎

Barcelona is targeting Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus, who is currently recovering from a cruciate ligament injury. Despite his absence until November, new coach Hansi Flick seeks additional attacking options to complement his squad, valuing Jesus at €32 million with a contract running until June 2027, as he faces increased competition at Arsenal. Want More Context? 🔎

Last season, the Pittsburgh Steelers' defense struggled with significant communication issues, leading to numerous big plays against them. Linebacker Payton Wilson criticized former teammates for these problems, suggesting that new additions like Jalen Ramsey and Darius Slay will enhance the unit's performance and communication moving forward. Want More Context? 🔎

Kyren Wilson achieved a dramatic 6-5 victory over Si Jiahui at the Shanghai Masters, despite missing a no-look shot on the black that could have set a record for the most century breaks in a best-of-11 match. Wilson, who will face either Ronnie O'Sullivan or Barry Hawkins in the quarter-finals, emphasized the importance of fun and creativity in snooker, especially in China, while defending champion Judd Trump advanced with a 6-2 win against Neil Robertson....

Right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer, in his 18th MLB season with the Toronto Blue Jays, took responsibility for his first loss of the year after allowing a critical three-run homer in a 10–4 defeat to the Detroit Tigers. Despite the loss, he showcased strong performance with seven innings pitched and eleven strikeouts, as he aims for consistency while battling to keep Toronto in first place in the AL East. Want More Context? 🔎

Nastja Claessens, a 20-year-old Belgian forward with Olympic experience, has joined Kansas State after being drafted by the Washington Mystics in 2024. Despite maintaining her NCAA eligibility, the Mystics retain her WNBA rights for up to a year after she exhausts her college eligibility, under the current collective bargaining agreement, which may change as it expires this year. Want More Context? 🔎