​The Sacramento Kings are wholeheartedly backing rookie Darius Acuff Jr., with Dylan Cardwell leading the praise, convinced that Acuff Jr. possesses a generational guard ceiling. Through three Summer League games, Acuff Jr. has posted solid scoring numbers, averaging 23.3 points, though his efficiency hasn’t matched

   ​The Washington Nationals began their 2026 MLB Draft with a local product, selecting Chris Hacopian, a Churchill High School graduate, with the 11th overall pick. Hacopian, an infielder, starred for two seasons at Maryland before becoming a pivotal transfer portal addition for Texas A&M in

   ​UNC baseball pitcher Jason DeCaro was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates with the 80th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft on Saturday, July 11. DeCaro became the third Tar Heel chosen in the draft, following shortstop Jake Schaffner and outfielder Owen Hull, who were

   ​Detroit — This is precisely what the Tigers hoped for when they drafted speedy, versatile outfielder Derek Hill in the first round of 2014. He would roam Comerica Park’s expansive outfield, turning hits into outs, grinding at the plate, and creating chaos on the bases.

   ​LAS VEGAS — The Philadelphia 76ers edged the Indiana Pacers 100-93 in overtime to clinch a victory in the second summer league session. The Sixers leaned on a strong performance from rookie Labaron Philon Jr., who poured in 24 points. Johni Broome added 23 points

   ​Right-hander Ryan Lynch is bound for the San Diego Padres after being selected with the 97th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft on Saturday. The draft-eligible sophomore becomes the second North Carolina pitcher taken in the third round, joining Jason DeCaro, who the Pittsburgh

   ​The Knicks may have unearthed another reliable long-range shooter in their rotation. Second-round pick Tyler Nickel drained four more 3-pointers on 11 attempts in Tuesday’s 70-49 Summer League defeat to the San Antonio Spurs in Las Vegas. He had gone 6-for-10 from beyond the arc

   ​When the final whistle blew and England dragged themselves off the field after securing a 2-1 victory over Norway, a few things stood out with crystal clarity. Jude Bellingham’s opportunism and flair for the dramatic have propelled him into the pantheon of national heroes. Despite

   ​Kennedy Green’s recruitment has come full circle. The four-star safety from Douglasville, Georgia, Douglas County has committed to Mississippi State, returning to the program he originally pledged to before reopening his recruitment last year. Green explored his options throughout the spring, taking official visits and

   ​Benoit Saint Denis versus Paddy Pimblett headlines a crucial lightweight showdown this Saturday at UFC 329, and you can stay with us for live updates and round-by-round analysis as the bout unfolds. The event takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and will