All articles tagged with #preseason
Maryland and Princeton pace the 2026 Division I Men's Preseason All-Americans with seven selections each, Syracuse next with six, and Georgetown, Notre Dame, Ohio State and Richmond tied at five; 84 players from 31 schools were honored by USA Lacrosse Magazine staff as preseason All-Americans, announced with input from coaches and highlighting top talents like Joey Spallina.
Inter Miami, the 2025 MLS Cup champions, announced their preseason matches for 2026, which will include three games in South America against Alianza Lima in Peru, Atlético Nacional in Colombia, and Barcelona de Guayaquil in Ecuador, marking their first match against Ecuadorian opposition.
North Carolina's basketball team improved their 3-point shooting in the final exhibition game, hitting nine 3-pointers in the second half to beat Winston-Salem State 95-53, signaling a positive trend ahead of the regular season.
The article discusses the shift from closed-door preseason scrimmages to more transparent exhibitions, highlighting the potential benefits and drawbacks of this change for teams and fans.
The University of North Carolina men's basketball team is set to play #8 BYU in Salt Lake City on October 24, marking their first game in Utah since 1988, with a strong historical record and a roster featuring many newcomers and transfers, as they prepare for the 2025-26 season under coach Hubert Davis.
The Kansas Jayhawks will face the Louisville Cardinals in an exhibition college basketball game in Louisville, Kentucky, with details on the teams' rosters, coaching, and historical context provided.
The San Antonio Spurs finished their preseason undefeated at 5-0 with a 133-104 win over the Indiana Pacers, showcasing depth and promising performances from players like Carter Bryant and Victor Wembanyama, despite some early defensive struggles and turnovers. The game featured strategic resting of starters, impressive bench contributions, and highlighted areas for improvement as the regular season approaches.
Joel Embiid returned to NBA action in the Sixers' preseason finale, playing over 19 minutes, showcasing his impact on both offense and defense, and providing insights into the team's rotation strategies for the upcoming season, despite concerns about his knee's health.
The Lakers and Mavericks played a lackluster preseason game in Las Vegas, with notable performances from Gabe Vincent and Rui Hachimura, but overall struggles and injuries affecting the Lakers' lineup, leading to a disappointing loss and mixed player grades.
The article highlights NBA preseason updates including Luka Doncic's impressive debut, the emerging connection between Anthony Davis and rookie Cooper Flagg, new looks for the Celtics and Raptors, the premiere of the Thunder's championship series 'Loud City,' and notable performances from Western Conference stars, along with recent game results and storylines.
The Lakers lost a preseason game to the Suns 113-104, with standout performances from Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, both earning top grades. The game featured mixed performances from other players, with some showing promise and others needing improvement. The game was also notable for being played without key rotation players, emphasizing the importance of main players staying healthy and performing well as the season approaches.
Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves led the Lakers in a preseason game where they lost to the Suns 113-104, with Luka scoring 25 points and Reaves also adding 25. Despite a strong start and impressive individual performances, the Lakers struggled with turnovers and were outscored significantly in the third quarter, leading to their third preseason loss.
The Knicks rested their star players in a preseason game against the Wizards, resulting in a blowout loss and poor individual performances from the reserves, highlighting concerns about the team's depth and roster decisions.
The article highlights standout performances from the Spurs' preseason, especially Victor Wembanyama's impressive development and impact, along with emerging contributions from players like Carter Bryant and Julian Champagnie. It also discusses rookie coach Mitch Johnson's early signs of leadership and the potential for fringe players to earn rotation minutes, emphasizing the team's promising start and areas to watch as the season approaches.
Yang Hansen, a rookie center for the Portland Trail Blazers, showcased his potential and star quality during a standout third quarter in a preseason game, impressing fans and teammates despite a shaky start to his NBA journey.