Italian-born American basketball coach, head coach of UConn Huskies women’s team
The HBO series Lanterns has premiered to mixed expectations as creators push a grounded, police‑procedural take on Green Lantern after prior DC Studios releases. The show faces scrutiny over casting shifts and narrative direction, with key characters from the earlier seasons not returning.
Unrivaled has secured a Series C that values the women’s 3-on-3 league at $650 million, nearly doubling from last year. The round includes Ten Pillar Sports Fund and UC Investments, with notable backers like Carmelo Anthony, Alex Morgan, Geno Auriemma and Trae Young. Player equity pools have grown to about $200 million as the league expands its footprint and tour stops.
AP News previews major college basketball preseason with spotlight on Big East players and teams. Fears, Demary Jr., and others have earned preseason honors as conference media days highlight leaders and title contenders.