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Last updated: May 29, 2026, 11:58 PM ET

Basketball News The Philadelphia 76ers hired Mike Gansey as president of basketball operations, completing a multiyear deal with the former Cleveland Cavaliers general manager. Meanwhile, NBA teams prepare for the draft with ESPN's updated mock draft simulator allowing fans to make their own selections. Across the league, several teams have upgraded their rosters in the offseason, with Solak identifying three linebacker units among the 10 most improved position groups since last season ended.

Tennis at the French Open A breakthrough performance by Joao Fonseca ended Novak Djokovic's French Open campaign, guaranteeing a new champion and potentially launching the young player into stardom. In women's play, Iva Jovic continues her development with guidance from a group of young players who provide advice and camaraderie on and off the court as she navigates the challenges of professional tennis.

College Football & Sports Culture Conference realignment continues to reshape college football as the Pac-12 welcomes new members with Mountain West heavyweights joining Oregon State and Washington State. Meanwhile, Big Ten and SEC power brokers weigh in on playoff expansion as the consequences of the expanded format become clearer. Elsewhere in college sports, the Big 12 became the first Power Four conference to have all members sign participation agreements with the College Sports Commission, while Mississippi State developed an unusual tradition involving broccoli that has helped the team bond while gaining national attention.

Rugby & Netball Results Glasgow Warriors secured a hard-fought victory over Connacht, booking a place in the United Rugby Championship semi-finals where they will face either the Bulls or Munster. In the Premiership rugby competition, Bristol kept their season alive with a tense 21-19 win over reigning champions Bath, maintaining their hopes of reaching the play-off places. In netball, Birmingham Panthers avoided the bottom spot with a convincing 67-43 away victory over Leeds Rhinos in the final game of the Netball Super League season.

Golf & Cricket Updates British golfer Ian Poulter requires surgery after tearing the meniscus in his knee while "hopping up two steps" at a LIV Golf event in Virginia earlier this month. In cricket, Kiran Carlson hit a century for Glamorgan as they eased past reigning T20 Blast champions Somerset with more than six overs to spare in a recent match.

Sports Entertainment & Unique Stories WWE prepares for Clash in Italy, with the event featuring a highly anticipated rematch between Femi-Lesnar. In Washington D.C., construction has begun on a venue that will host the UFC's White House show on June 14. Meanwhile, the Savannah Bananas continue to captivate audiences with their unique brand of baseball entertainment, thanks in part to choreographer Maceo Harrison who found his purpose in dance and has brought it to the baseball stage in ways he never could have imagined.