Daily Summary
The NBA is considering a 16-team European league and is open to discussions with Euroleague, which welcomes the idea as a potential collaboration. In college women’s basketball, Hailey Van Lith has led TCU to its first-ever Sweet 16 while USC’s star JuJu Watkins is out for the season with a knee injury that could impact tournament turnout. Meanwhile, the London Lions are planning a major comeback by building a new stadium and aiming to join Europe’s elite club, bolstered by strong local support and renewed optimism.
London Lions Aim to Join Europe’s Elite Basketball Teams
London Lions, buoyed by recent successes and a promising future, aim to join Europe’s elite by building a purpose-built arena and expanding their global brand after their financial rescue by Tesonet.
Hailey Van Lith Leads TCU to Historic Sweet 16
Hailey Van Lith powered TCU to its first-ever Sweet 16 with an 85-70 win over Louisville, revitalizing a program that had struggled in previous years. The No. 2 seed now prepares to face Notre Dame on Saturday at 1 pm on ABC.
Euroleague Boss Open to Talks with NBA on Proposed 16-Team European League
Euroleague leader Paulius Motiejunas is open to discussions with the NBA about launching a new European basketball league. The proposed competition would feature 16 teams, with plans aimed at fostering collaboration and strengthening European basketball culture.
JuJu Watkins' Season-Ending Knee Injury Impacts Women's NCAA Tournament
USC star JuJu Watkins suffered a season-ending knee injury in March 2025, significantly impacting her team and reducing the overall excitement of the NCAA women's tournament.