Some storylines

College team news:

Iowa State is aiming high with a veteran lineup.

The Cyclones return three key contributors, but a newcomer could make a big difference.

College player news:

How Quinnipiac's Mackenzie DeWees is thriving after celiac disease.

North Carolina redshirt freshman Kayla McPherson will undergo surgery for a lower body injury sustained in practice, and will miss the nonconference portion of the season.

College coach news:

Dawn Staley has won the Billie Jean King leadership award.

Natisha Hiedeman is the new director of player development at Penn State.

Wiley College is mourning the passing of Tiffany Jackson.

WNBA news:

The most pressing questions of the offseason.

WNBA players will now have access to performance data, thanks to a new partnership.

International news:

New FIBA rankings have China at No. 2, behind the USA.

The Southeast Asia Women's Basketball League is beginning to take shape.