On September 14, Beijing time, an NBA draft's top pick can make or break a franchise. Despite sky-high expectations, the ultimate goal for every number one pick is to become a superstar and enjoy a Hall of Fame career. Of course, reality doesn't always cooperate. Some of the most infamous draft busts in history earned that label precisely because they failed to live up to expectations after being selected at the top.

On September 14, Beijing time, the final day of the Women's Basketball World Cup saw the USA erase a 14-point deficit in the championship game to defeat France 97-79, claiming the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup title in historic fashion and securing their fifth consecutive world championship. In the bronze medal match, Spain bounced back strongly from the disappointment of their semifinal loss, defeating Germany 81-58 to take third place.

In the final held in Berlin, Germany on September 14 Beijing time, the US women's basketball team defeated France 97-79 to claim their fifth consecutive World Cup title, extending their legendary dominance in the tournament. In a packed Berlin arena, the Americans rallied from a 14-point first-half deficit to secure the comeback victory. Jackie Young delivered her best performance of the tournament in the final, recording 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists.

On September 14, Beijing time, the Women's Basketball World Cup concluded with the U.S. women's team defeating France 97-79 in the final to secure their fifth consecutive title. After the tournament, the World Cup officials announced the major awards. Details are as follows: MVP + All-First Team: Breanna Stewart made history as the first player ever to win MVP twice in this prestigious event.

In fact, Zhou Qi really wanted to play in the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games, but the Chinese men's basketball team did not call him up. Instead, they selected Yu Jiahao, who underwent foot surgery this June... In the 25-26 season, Yu Jiahao played for Cantabria in the Spanish LEB Gold, averaging 9.4 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. He is confirmed to return to the CBA's Zhejiang Lions next season.

Reporter Scotto reports: Little Nick Smith signs a one-year contract with Real Madrid basketball and will serve as the team's primary point guard. As a former Lakers teammate, Bronny left a comment on the related news to wish Smith well: "That's fire bro, go shine!!!

As of September 13 Beijing time, although he is eligible for an extension, Stephen Curry has not yet signed a new deal with the Warriors. Salary cap expert Keith Smith analyzed various contract scenarios for Curry, weighing the pros and cons for Curry, the Warriors, and both parties. Here's the detailed breakdown—Due to the "38-year-old rule," Curry's contract can be at most three years long.

The 2024 draft might be the only one in recent years that everyone knew from the start would be a weak class, and it only got worse as time went on. The top pick, Risacher, has already been given up on by the Hawks, receiving only Dort and Nembhard in return. As is well known, Risacher was forced into the top spot only because Sarr didn't want to go to Atlanta, and the Hawks simply chose not to select him.

On September 13, Beijing time, the Women's Basketball World Cup semifinals concluded with France defeating Germany 86-64 and the United States edging Spain 76-66. The final will be between the United States and France.

As reported by the New York Post on September 13, citing data from ticket analytics firm TicketIQ, the cheapest resale ticket for the October 21 season opener at Madison Square Garden against the Philadelphia 76ers, including fees, is priced at $1,346 (about 9,034 RMB).