Women's Top 25 roundup: No. 9 NC State edges No. 8 Tennessee in top-10 battle

Illinois women's basketball kicked off their season with a strong 91-67 victory over Southeast Missouri, thanks to Berry Wallace's impressive performance, scoring a career-high 27 points and achieving a double-double. This win marks a promising start for the team.

The NCAA season kicked off with the Kentucky Wildcats securing a 77-51 victory over Nicholls State. However, the standout moment was a spectacular dunk by sophomore guard Collin Chandler, who is already being talked about as a contender for dunk of the year.

The Louisville women's basketball team kicked off their season with a tough loss against the defending national champions, UConn, ending the game at 79-66. While the excitement of a new season is palpable, the Cards struggled against a formidable opponent that appears to be in top form.

Kirk Herbstreit has once again come to the defense of ESPN, dismissing claims of bias towards the SEC as unfounded. He expressed his frustration with the accusations, calling them 'such bullsh*t' and emphasizing the network's commitment to fair coverage.

High Point University kicked off its season with an impressive victory, defeating Johnson C. Smith 84-26. The Panthers dominated the game, establishing a strong lead early on and limiting their opponent's scoring throughout. Coach expressed excitement about the season ahead, highlighting the team's potential for improvement.

North Carolina State celebrated a thrilling victory over the Lady Vols in a highly anticipated top-10 matchup, showcasing their strength and skill on the court.

In an exciting season opener, Khamil Pierre and Zamareya Jones led No. 9 NC State to a thrilling 80-77 victory over No. 8 Tennessee. Pierre shone with 21 points and 14 rebounds, while Jones contributed crucial free throws and finished with 18 points, helping the Wolfpack secure their first win of the season.

Clemson's coach Dabo Swinney is once again expressing his frustration with officiating after receiving a fine. He has a lot on his mind regarding the recent calls and their impact on his team's performance.

Cutter Gauthier shined with his first career hat trick, leading the Anaheim Ducks to a 7-3 victory over the Florida Panthers. This win marks the Ducks' fourth straight, with key contributions from Nikita Nesterenko and others. Lukas Dostal's solid performance in goal helped secure their spot at the top of the Pacific Division.

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Duke's basketball team, led by Sean Miller, demonstrated strong performance in the first half against Texas, ultimately securing a 75-60 victory after a dominant second half.

In an exciting season opener, Duke coach Jon Scheyer challenged freshman star Cameron Boozer at halftime, urging him to step up his game. Boozer responded brilliantly, scoring 15 points and grabbing 13 rebounds, leading the Blue Devils to a comeback victory over Texas.