Sports
WNBA moving to best-of-7 Finals next season
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced a series of changes beginning next season, including a move to a best-of-seven Finals, a 1-1-1 format in the first round of the playoffs and an expansion to a 44-game regular season.
Texas flips WR in latest hit to FSU’s 2025 class
Texas flipped four-star receiver Daylan McCutcheon from Florida State on Thursday, marking the third top-15 receiver commitment for Texas in the 2025 class.
SEC, B10: No private funds; football not ‘broken’
SEC and Big Ten leaders showed a united front, as any big changes that would include private equity are unlikely to garner national support without their backing.
Mixon practices, questions NFL’s safety policies
Texans running back Joe Mixon called out the NFL on Thursday, questioning the league’s priorities regarding player safety.
McGregor wants Chandler but Poirier, Diaz beckon
UFC star Conor McGregor, who has not fought since 2021, hopes to face Michael Chandler in early 2025, but is also interested in grudge matches with both Dustin Poirier and Nate Diaz.
Cal taps NASA specialist to plan for ACC travel
The Golden Bears brought in a NASA specialist during the offseason to speak to the school’s sports teams amid worries over increased travel during conference play.
Rays: Damage to Trop may take weeks to assess
The Tampa Bay Rays said they need to “assess the true condition of Tropicana Field” after high winds from Hurricane Milton shredded the roof of the MLB stadium.
Expansion Valkyries name Aces’ Nakase coach
Natalie Nakase was named the first head coach of the Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA’s latest expansion franchise, which is owned by the Warriors.