Lyon County Basketball junior Travis Perry broke the 67-year-old record set by "King" ...

kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287776805.html

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UK basketball recruit Travis Perry is sticking with the Wildcats and new coach Mark Pope

Quick Glance: Travis Perry Commits to Kentucky Wildcats Under Coach Mark Pope

Travis Perry confirms his decision to play at Kentucky Wildcats despite coaching changes.

Perry, a 6-foot-2 in-state guard, is likely to be the only member of the 2024 recruiting class to stay.

Perry, a four-star recruit, is expected to thrive in Pope's five-out offense.

Perry becomes the third confirmed player in Pope's first roster for the 2024-2025 season.

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Judge: $360K judgment stands against Kentucky clerk who denied same-sex marriage licenses

notesfrompoland.com/2024/04/23/worlds-largest-stained-glass-window-unveiled-in-poland/

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Notes From Poland Apr 23

Le plus grand vitrail du monde dévoilé en Pologne: Avec ses 426 mètres carrés, le vitrail est légèrement plus grand qu'un terrain de basket.

Quick Glance: World's Largest Stained Glass Window Unveiled in Poland

The world's largest stained-glass window has been installed in a church in Kraków.

Measuring 426 square meters, it depicts biblical scenes and was designed by Wincenty Kućma.

Taking almost two years to complete, the artwork shows Jesus surrounded by disciples and saints.

Kraków is home to other famous stained glass pieces, including 'God the Father - Arise' by Stanisław Wyspiański.

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UK basketball transfer Amari Williams ‘a man among boys on the court,’ Mark Pope says

Quick Glance: NFL Coach Compares Caleb Williams to Russell Wilson for Lack of Self-Awareness

An anonymous offensive assistant coach described Williams as giving off a 'Russell Wilson vibe with this lack of self-awareness.'

Williams' father, Carl, has had discussions with agents to potentially get his son an ownership stake from the team that drafts him.

There was speculation that Williams did not want to play for the Chicago Bears, who hold the first pick.

Williams will have a team to manage and promote his brand, as is the case with any star player or high-level prospect.

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Apr 23

Watch this basketball coach surprise his students after his year-long deployment: A former dean and basketball coach shocked his students with surprise reunions.

usatoday.com/story/life/militarykind/2024/04/22/deployed-coach-shock-his-students/73385283007/

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Mark Pope lands a transfer. Amari Williams, an elite defensive big man, is coming to UK.

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This could be a big week as Mark Pope builds UK’s roster. ‘You’ll need a little patience.’

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Apr 22

Please don't abandon women's sports. Let's use this moment to embrace greatness.: Women's sports don't have to be a niche community. I'm happy to be here and ...

usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/22/caitlin-clark-wnba-sports-women-athletes-recognition/73356985007/

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Apr 22

Why WNBA players face financial hurdles despite record viewership: Despite record ratings, women's basketball still struggles financially, leaving players far ...

nbcnews.com/business/business-news/women-basketball-players-pay-discrepancy-record-viewership-explained-rcna148233

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Apr 21

LEONARD GREENE: Caitlin Clark’s paltry $76K salary shows WNBA players deserve more money

nydailynews.com/2024/04/21/leonard-greene-caitlin-clarks-paltry-76k-salary-shows-wnba-players-deserve-more-money/

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Apr 21

Nebraska men's basketball lands Wisconsin transfer guard Connor Essegian: The Huskers landed its fourth pickup of the offseason in former Wisconsin guard Connor ...

omaha.com/sports/huskers/mens-basketball/nebraska-mens-basketball-lands-wisconsin-transfer-guard-connor-essegian/article_ebc4eae5-8158-57c9-85a9-38cbb40ac065.html

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Apr 21

Angel Reese Shuts Down Rumored Caitlin Clark Beef With 3 Words: The former Louisiana State University star forward is making a few things clear.

huffpost.com/entry/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-rivalry-wnba-draft-2024_n_6621627ce4b07db21fd6a8b7

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IU basketball transfer portal additions continue with Stanford guard Kanaan Carlyle

indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2024/04/20/indiana-basketball-adds-stanford-kanaan-carlyle-transfer-portal-iu-hoosiers-roster-mike-woodson/73378466007/

indystar.com/story/sports/college/2024/04/20/indiana-state-basketball-center-robbie-avila-commits-to-saint-louis-josh-schertz/73398589007/

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Former Indiana State basketball center Robbie Avila commits to Josh Schertz, Saint Louis

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Can the WNBA Make Money?: A wave of star power has lifted hopes that viewership will pick up for the women’s league.

nytimes.com/2024/04/20/business/dealbook/wnba-womens-basketball-money.html

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The Big Number: $76,535: A look at why Caitlin Clark, the star women's basketball player, will be paid so little as a player for the Indiana Fever.

nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/19/business/caitlin-clark-salary.html

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Apr 18

Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...

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Why many WNBA players leave the U.S. to supplement their incomes: Caitlin Clark's relatively low salary of $76,535 in her first year in the pros sheds light on ...

nbcnews.com/news/sports/many-wnba-players-leave-us-supplement-incomes-rcna148192

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Caitlin Clark gets into awkward exchange with WNBA reporter reaction ensues: This interaction between a reporter covering Clarks first WNBA press conference was ...

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Oregon women’s basketball coach Kelly Graves puts Eugene home up for sale: Graves' 3,800-square-foot home in the University neighborhood is listed at $1,375 ...

oregonlive.com/ducks/2024/04/oregon-womens-basketball-coach-kelly-graves-puts-eugene-home-up-for-sale.html

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Apr 19

Kyrie Irving says he ‘grew up in a time’ when you had to try out for USA Basketball after omission from Paris 2024

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In the unending war between Calipari and Pitino, Ricky P. has won the latest battle

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Arkansas' John Calipari hires Kenny Payne as an assistant after duo previously worked together at Kentucky

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U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma

apnews.com/article/auriemma-award-coach-uconn-5d3d55b5a30074864a4dedde42b34905

Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition

The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.

Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.

Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.

Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.

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Caitlin Clark Poised to Land Eight-Figure Deal, Signature Shoe With Nike, per Report

si.com/wnba/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-nike-shoe-deal-report

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Caitlin Clark Nearing Nike Deal Worth 50 Times Her WNBA Salary: The No.1 overall pick reportedly turned down Under Armor despite it sending its top athlete—Steph ...

thedailybeast.com/caitlin-clark-nearing-nike-deal-worth-50-times-her-wnba-salary

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Apr 18

Angel Reese Shuts Down Rumored Caitlin Clark Beef With 3 Words: The former Louisiana State University star forward is making a few things clear.

huffpost.com/entry/angel-reese-caitlin-clark-rivalry-wnba-draft-2024_n_6621627ce4b07db21fd6a8b7

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Does Mark Pope still have time to build a contender for next season? ‘He’s turning heads.’

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Caitlin Clark's $76,000 WNBA salary puts a spotlight on pay disparity: The WNBA rookies will make 100 times less than their NBA counterparts.

goodmorningamerica.com/living/story/caitlin-clarks-76000-wnba-salary-puts-spotlight-pay-109341851

Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week

Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.

From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.

After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.

With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.

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Taylor Woodson, former Hopkins basketball star, transfers to Minnesota: The Gophers women's basketball team landed a Minnesota talent Thursday when Hopkins ...

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No matter the decision, Kentucky basketball fans need to give Reed Sheppard a break

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Biden Weighs in on Caitlin Clark Salary Debate After WNBA Draft: President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/17/us/politics/caitlin-clark-salary-biden.html

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Caitlin Clark is 'sole reason' for women's basketball viewership growth, Dawn Staley says

cbssports.com/womens-college-basketball/news/caitlin-clark-is-sole-reason-for-womens-basketball-viewership-growth-dawn-staley-says/

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LeBron James headlines Team USA’s 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball squad: USA Basketball unveiled the player roster Wednesday for the men’s team that will ...

cnn.com/2024/04/17/sport/lebron-james-headlines-usa-2024-paris-olympics-mens-basketball-squad-spt-intl/

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Leave Caitlin Clark Alone! Ex-NFL Star Antonio Brown Targets Basketball Star Again

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Wait, Caitlin Clark Is Only Getting Paid $76,000?: College basketball’s leading scorer became the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft on Monday night ...

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Caitlin Clark gets into awkward exchange with WNBA reporter reaction ensues: This interaction between a reporter covering Clarks first WNBA press conference was ...

247sports.com/article/caitlin-clark-gets-into-awkward-exchange-with-wnba-reporter-reaction-ensues-230612082/

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Chicago Sky ticket sales soar after WNBA draft: ‘These women are worth the money’

chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/chicago-sky-ticket-sales-soar-after-wnba-draft-these-women-are-worth-the-money/

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The Athletic Apr 17

Iowa lands Villanova transfer Lucy Olsen, per source: How will guard fit in with Hawkeyes?

theathletic.com/5424427/2024/04/17/iowa-basketball-lucy-olsen-transfer-villanova/

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Sneaker Bar Detroit Apr 18

Nike LeBron 4 "Eggplant" Releases May 2024: Nike LeBron 4 Eggplant FN6251-001 Release Date: May 8, 2024 Color: Black/Varsity Purple-Blue Tint Price: ...

sneakerbardetroit.com/nike-lebron-4-eggplant-varsity-purple/

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Apr 20

Brandeis women's basketball coach under fire after allegations of toxic, racist behavior

bostonglobe.com/2024/04/19/sports/brandeis-womens-basketball-team-toxic-racism/

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LeBron’s Newest Teammate Isn’t an All-Star. He’s a Podcaster.: JJ Redick was a role player during his NBA career. But in the new age of sports media ...

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Stanford Formally Names Kate Paye Women's Basketball Coach After Tara VanDerveer's Retirement

si.com/college/2024/04/16/stanford-kate-paye-womens-basketball-coach-tara-vanderveer

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Women's college basketball popularity grows while men's dip: Viewership for this year's NCAA basketball championship games shows the audience for the women's ...

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Apr 19

Mavs' Kyrie Irving: 'I Just Didn't Fit into' Team USA 2024 Olympic Basketball Roster

bleacherreport.com/articles/10117563-mavs-kyrie-irving-i-just-didnt-fit-into-team-usa-2024-olympic-basketball-roster

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Reports: Caitlin Clark to sign 8-year, $28 million Nike deal

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Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Secures Groundbreaking Contract with Nike After WNBA Salary Criticism

Following public criticism of Caitlin Clark's modest WNBA rookie salary, she secured an impressive deal with Nike.

As the top pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, she landed a long-term agreement with the athletic footwear and apparel brand, including a signature shoe.

This partnership represents the largest sponsorship deal for a female basketball player.

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76ers lament ‘unacceptable’ officiating after blowing golden Game 2 opportunity: "We should be 2 and 0," Joel Embiid said after the loss. "We're gonna win this. ...

theathletic.com/5437316/2024/04/23/aldridge-76ers-lose-game-2/

Quick Glance: 76ers bemoan 'unacceptable' officiating after missed Game 2 chance

76ers lose Game 2 despite being up by 5 points in the final 47.3 seconds, resulting in a disappointing outcome.

Knicks take the lead through a three-pointer after a mistake by Maxey, followed by crucial offensive actions that turn the game around.

76ers intend to file a complaint with the NBA as they feel disadvantaged by officiating decisions in Games 1 and 2.

Despite efforts to resist the Knicks, the 76ers are down 0-2 and face a challenge to fight back in the series.

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Timberwolves smother Suns 105-93 to go up 2-0 in playoff series: Jaden McDaniels (25 points) and Mike Conley (18) stepped up during a quiet offensive night for ...

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Apr 23

Lakers’ LeBron James lashes out at replay officials after buzzer-beater loss to Nuggets: “What are we doing?”

denverpost.com/2024/04/23/lakers-lebron-james-replay-officials-nuggets-playoff-loss/

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Overtime thriller in Istanbul: Chemnitz wins the Europe Cup: Match report for the game Bahcesehir Koleji SK - Chemnitz 99ers

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Report: Multiple NBA sources expect Paul George to re-sign with Clippers: While the offseason is likely the last thing on the mind of Los Angeles Clippers star ...

ahnfiredigital.com/nba/los-angeles-clippers/report-multiple-nba-sources-expect-paul-george-to-re-sign-with-clippers/

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LeBron James Curses Out NBA Over Replay Center After Lakers’ Loss to Nuggets: LeBron James ripped the NBA and its replay center after the Lakers' Game 2 loss to ...

si.com/nba/2024/04/23/nuggets-lakers-lebron-james-curses-out-nba-review-center

Quick Glance: Jamal Murray Leads Denver Nuggets to Impressive Victory over LA Lakers

Jamal Murray achieved an impressive 15-foot buzzer-beater over Anthony Davis to complete a sensational 20-point comeback and give the Denver Nuggets a 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. This unexpected triumph grants the defending champions a 2-0 lead in the first round, as they now prepare for the upcoming games in the Lakers' arena.

Following the game-winning shot, Jamal Murray fell into the Nuggets' bench and was embraced by his teammates, igniting the atmosphere in the Ball Arena. Murray faced a challenging start in the game, hitting only three of his first 16 shots before going 6-for-8 in the fourth quarter, scoring 14 of his total 20 points, including the decisive basket.

While Murray encountered difficulties, the Nuggets stayed competitive thanks to another outstanding performance by Nikola Jokić, who recorded 27 points, 20 rebounds, 10 assists, and two steals. Michael Porter Jr. also played a crucial role in the Nuggets' victory with 22 points, including successful shooting from beyond the arc.

The Lakers expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating, particularly regarding a play in the third quarter where a foul against Porter Jr. on D'Angelo Russell was overturned after a review by the Nuggets. It is evident that the Lakers' prospects are increasingly dim after losing 10 consecutive games against the Nuggets. A monumental shift in fate will be required for Los Angeles to progress to the next round.

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Timberwolves vs. Suns: Live updates from Game 2: The Wolves defended home court by winning the first two games, and will head to Phoenix for Games 3 and 4.

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Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton says fan directed racial slur at his younger brother in Milwaukee

theathletic.com/5441531/2024/04/24/tyrese-haliburton-brother-racial-slur/

Quick Glance: Dominance of Damian Lillard Leads Milwaukee Bucks to Victory over Pacers

In the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard led the Milwaukee Bucks to a convincing 109-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Lillard scored a total of 35 points, with 19 points in the first quarter alone, giving the Bucks a comfortable 69-42 lead.

Although his scoring pace slowed down in the second half, Lillard secured the win and received praise from NBA fans for his performance.

The Milwaukee Bucks have now taken control of the series, even without Antetokounmpo, giving hope for a strong playoff run when he returns.

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WNBA star Brittney Griner, wife Cherelle announce they are expecting their first child

usatoday.com/story/sports/wnba/mercury/2024/04/24/brittney-griner-wife-cherelle-expecting-first-child/73439776007/

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Report: Cavs bench was ‘talking s—t’ to Magic throughout Game 2 of playoff series

cavaliersnation.com/2024/04/23/report-cavs-bench-was-talking-s-t-to-magic-throughout-game-2-of-playoff-series/

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Giants' Darren Waller, Aces' Kelsey Plum filing for divorce after one year of marriage

cbssports.com/nfl/news/giants-darren-waller-aces-kelsey-plum-filing-for-divorce-after-one-year-of-marriage/

Quick Glance: Kelsey Plum and Darren Waller Divorcing as Giants Await Retirement Decision

After only a year of marriage, New York Giants tight end, Darren Waller, and Las Vegas Aces guard, Kelsey Plum, have decided to get a divorce.

Plum, a standout in the WNBA, shared her process of dealing with the 'pain' of their situation, which seems to involve Waller.

The divorce petition was submitted for Kelsey Christine Plum and Darren Charles Waller in Clark County, Nev., as reported by the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Waller, 31, had a disappointing season in New York, facing an extended injury absence while being visible at the team's New Jersey facility.

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Cops Investigating Nikola Jokic Brother Punch Incident, Ask Fan To Come Forward: Law enforcement officials are actively trying to track down the man who got ...

tmz.com/2024/04/23/cops-investigating-nikola-jokic-brother-punch-incident-ask-fan-come-forward/

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Player poll shows LeBron James is gaining ground on Michael Jordan in GOAT debate, but Bulls star still ahead

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Quick Glance: LeBron vs. Jordan: NBA GOAT Debate

A player poll reveals that the debate over the greatest of all time between LeBron James and Michael Jordan continues to be intense.

While Jordan has been chosen as the 'Greatest of All Time' each time, his lead over LeBron has significantly decreased in recent years, primarily due to James' impressive longevity.

Players emphasize that James' ability to play at an elite level even at almost 40 years old sets him apart from Jordan, who retired twice and played 14 seasons in a 19-year span.

The NBA GOAT debate is based on factors like influence, statistics, and the evolving nature of the game over the years, with a particular focus on LeBron James' longevity as a crucial factor.

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NBA G League Ignite coach is Mark Pope’s second addition to his first UK basketball staff

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UNC Star RJ Davis Will Play Fifth Season Alongside Other Returning Teammates, per Report

si.com/college/2024/04/23/unc-rj-davis-fifth-season-return