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The WNBA Is Already Facing Public Criticism For Its Officiating Changes

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We're not even a full week into the 2026 WNBA season, but it's fair to say the league has an officiating problem on its hands. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert talked about wanting to make officiating changes during All-Star Weekend last July. Her plan was to address the inconsistent calls and ...

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Adam Silver says NBA to present '3-2-1' anti-tanking proposal

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver confirmed on Stephen A. Smith's radio show Wednesday that the NBA has landed on a proposal to present to the league's Board of Governors later this month to revamp the league's draft lottery in an attempt to curb tanking.

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Brazil Boss Carlo Ancelotti Struggling With Neymar World Cup Roster Decision

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Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that deciding whether to include Neymar in his squad for the 2026 World Cup is weighing heavily on his mind.

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WNBA Board of Governors approves Connecticut Sun sale, relocation to Houston for 2027

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After nearly a year of negotiations, the WNBA Board of Governors officially approved the sale of the Connecticut Sun to Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta and the franchise’s relocation to Houston for the 2027 season. According to a release from the WNBA, the sale and relocation were unanimously approved by the board. ESPN reported March 27 that Fertitta is purchasing the Sun for $300 ...

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Scripps Sports signs local broadcast agreement with Detroit Pistons

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Pistons games will be available on local television next season for the first time since 2005 as part of a multiyear deal with Scripps Sports. The Pistons were one of 13 NBA teams looking for a new home because Main Street Sports is shutting down. Detroit is the first NBA franchise to partner with Scripps, which has the rights to five NHL teams, a WNBA franchise and a National Women's Soccer League squad.

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Christian Pulisic set to return from injury to boost Milan, U.S.

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United States forward Christian Pulisic is likely to recover from a lower back injury in time for AC Milan's penultimate Serie A match this weekend.

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