Game 1 - Saturday 5/18 at Reading (7:05 p.m. ET)
Game 2 - Sunday 5/19 at Reading (4:05 p.m. ET)
Game 3 - Tuesday 5/21 at Stockton (7 p.m. PT)
Game 4 - Friday 5/24 at Stockton (7:30 p.m. PT)
Game 5 - Saturday 5/25 at Stockton (7:30 p.m. PT)
Game 6 - Tuesday 5/28 at Reading (7:05 p.m. ET)
Game 7 - Wednesday 5/29 at Reading (7:05 p.m. ET)

When Yao Ming joined the Houston Rockets in 2002, many thought it
would open a pipeline of players from China to the U.S. That didn't
materialize — there are currently zero Chinese players in the NBA.
But there are three young prospects, including two talented
seven-footers, who have the potential to reach the world's
best league, says Jon Pastuszek.

Both the Los Angeles Dodgers and Angels came into the season
with star-studded rosters and World Series expectations. However,
so far things have been downright ugly for players such as Albert Pujols
(right). In fact, the first part of the season has played out like a
Hollywood disaster flick for both teams, writes Amanda Rykoff.

NBA legend Michael Jordan has been involved in a heated court
battle — but it's not the type of court that he's accustomed to.
Jordan has sued the Chinese apparel company Qiaodan for using
his name and and uniform number without his permission. Knockoff
companies such as Qiaodan have become a big problem for famous
athletes, reports Jon Pastuszek.

There will be plenty on the line during the June 4 meeting between
Qatar and Iran. Star midfielder Khalfan Ibrahim (10) will be the key
in keeping Qatar's hopes alive for an automatic berth for Brazil 2014,
writes John Duerden.

Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gündogan (right)
has impressed many with his elegant skill.
He and other elite talents in Germany will be
pursued by the big clubs in Europe this summer,
writes Raphael Honigstein.

Jose Mourinho's future with Real Madrid is up in the air.
Rumors are swirling that the outspoken manager may
jump to the Premier League. But he could stay at the
Santiago Bernabéu if his demands for revamping the
team's roster are met, writes Duncan Castles.

Now that the Golden Sprint Week is over, several
questions loom in the J.League. Among them:
Will Jubilo's talented Hikroki Yamada jump to Europe?
It's a strong possibility, writes Ken Matsushima.

The WCBA will add an all-world player to its league in Brittney Griner.
The 6'8" center will be expected to carry the Zhejiang Golden Bulls
to a championship in her first season, but one obstacle stands
in her way, writes Jon Pastuszek.

What's life like for an American pro soccer star playing in
a different country? It's a huge challenge and a ton of fun,
writes Beverly Goebel in her debut column for ONE World Sports.