Wizards, 76ers and Warriors notch NBA Cup group stage wins

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NBA Cup coverage spans group-stage results and an upcoming matchup. The Wizards beat the Hornets 95-79, with Anthony Davis, Trae Young and AJ Dybantsa leading the way as Washington improved to 3-3; efficient defense helped offset concerns about Charlotte’s offensive rebounds. Another report recaps Cup-opening results, including Philadelphia’s win over New York and Golden State’s victory over the Lakers. Looking ahead to a separate Cup opener, the unbeaten Rockets are set to face the Mavericks amid injury concerns on both sides, with Houston seeking to maintain its strong start.

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Villanova and Notre Dame will open their men’s and women’s basketball seasons with a doubleheader in Rome, an event inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s election and his ties to Villanova. The trip also highlights Villanova’s growing profile as the pope’s alma mater, including an expected audience with him at the Vatican.

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