Zion upgraded to questionable, nears Pels return New Orleans Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson is on the verge of returning to action after missing two months due to a left hamstring strain.

Pressure Builds on Netanyahu as Visit to Washington Nears A planned speech to Congress by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made clear the serious divisions he faces back home.

OU nears 4-peat; Texas embraces ‘underdog’ role Oklahoma’s 8-3 win over Texas on Wednesday put the Sooners on the cusp of a record fourth straight national title. But the Longhorns aren’t backing down, with coach Mike White saying, “I like being in that position, sometimes being the underdog.”

UConn tops Texas, nears nonconference record In Monday’s Empire Classic title game at Madison Square Garden, No. 5 UConn posted its 22nd straight win over a nonconference opponent by a double-digit margin, securing the championship with an 81-71 victory over the No. 18 Texas Longhorns.

Kuss nears rare U.S. victory at Spanish Vuelta Sepp Kuss is set to become the first American man to win one of cycling’s Grand Tours in a decade after he protected his lead of the Spanish Vuelta on the last competitive day of racing Saturday.

Kim-Putin Meeting Nears, but Where? Russian reports said the North Korean leader had crossed into Russia by train on Tuesday morning, but his destination was unclear.

Utah’s QB duo shines as Rising’s return nears With Cam Rising on the sideline, Utah used a two-quarterback attack with Bryson Barnes and Nate Johnson, who propelled the Utes to a 24-11 win over Florida.

As Tropical Storm Hilary Nears the U.S., Here’s What to Know The rain is picking up in the United States, Monday should be calmer, and other things to know about the tropical storm.

South Korea Tells Scouts to Quit World Jamboree Site as Typhoon Nears The main campsite for the troubled gathering will be packed up and thousands of scouts will disperse across the country until the event ends on Saturday.

Paramount Nears Announcement for Simon & Schuster Deal The deal with KKR, a private equity firm, is said to be valued at roughly $1.62 billion, and could be announced as soon as Monday.

Sources: Pulisic nears Milan move; physical set Christian Pulisic is closing in on a move from Chelsea to AC Milan and is due to undergo a medical at the Italian club, sources told ESPN.