Jack Norris 
New Zealand’s women have clinched their T20I series against South Africa. A six-wicket win for the Kiwis, with nine deliveries unspent, secured the honours in the five-match rubber. The final game is now irrelevant.
The Detroit Tigers and San Diego Padres are set to begin a three-game series. This Interleague matchup will open the 2026 season for both teams. Tarik Skubal is slated to start for the Tigers, while Nick Pivetta gets the nod for the Padres.
All-Star point guard Tyrese Maxey is still out with a little finger sprain. Joel Embiid is listed as questionable to play against the Chicago Bulls. The Sixers are fighting for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.
In 1951, a Little League team in Norton, Virginia, challenged segregation laws. The team’s decision to include Black players led to a confrontation during the state championship. A compromise allowed the integrated team to compete, marking an early challenge to segregation in youth sports.
The Phoenix Suns snapped their losing streak with a win over the Toronto Raptors. The Suns controlled the game, dictating the pace from the start. Jalen Green scored 20 points in the victory.
Jordan Kyrou scored a goal. Lavonte David emotionally announced his retirement from the NFL. Tom Izzo is expecting a tough matchup.
The Phoenix Suns will have Grayson Allen available against the Denver Nuggets. Allen was initially questionable due to a knee injury. He has missed the last two games for Phoenix.
Fresh off winning a second consecutive World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers signed Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker. The Dodgers have achieved World Series-favorite status following their championship win. Bettors are backing the Dodgers to win a third straight title.
The Clemson Tigers are set to play Coastal Carolina in a baseball match. Clemson, holding a 18-7 record, will host Coastal Carolina, who are 16-7. The game marks the first of two matchups between the teams this season.
Karl-Anthony Towns has been named the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for February. Towns is being recognised for his community impact, which includes leading a digital coat drive. The NBA and the NBPA Foundation will donate $20,000 to Dominican Women’s Development Center in honour of his efforts.