Kinston native Brandon Ingram is set to begin his 10th NBA season with the Toronto Raptors after being traded in February.
Ingram, who did not play last season due to health issues, expressed excitement about joining his third team and starting a new chapter in Toronto.
The Raptors’ preseason kicks off Oct. 6, with the regular season beginning Oct. 22.
Meanwhile, Lejeune High School has moved its football game to Tuesday at 6 p.m. due to concerns over a potential government shutdown.
In the NFL, the Panthers suffered a setback against the Patriots, allowing 42 consecutive points and losing wide receiver David Moore to injury.
They will host the Dolphins on Sunday at 1 p.m.
In college football, UNC will face Clemson on Saturday after an open week.
In Major League Baseball, Greenville native Clayton McCullough concluded his first season as Miami Marlins manager with a 79-83 record, showing significant improvement and eliminating the Mets from playoff contention.
The MLB playoffs begin Tuesday with the best-of-three wild card round.