
BYU Adds NBA Veteran Patrick Mutombo to Coaching Staff
Patrick Mutombo, a championship‑winning NBA assistant, joins BYU’s men’s basketball staff, replacing Will Voigt and bringing a decade of NBA experience to the program.
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Patrick Mutombo, a championship‑winning NBA assistant, joins BYU’s men’s basketball staff, replacing Will Voigt and bringing a decade of NBA experience to the program.

Patrick Mutombo, a seasoned NBA and G‑League assistant, has been appointed to BYU’s men’s basketball coaching staff, stepping into the role vacated by Will Voigt’s move to Boise State.

After a commitment to Kentucky was jeopardized by SEC transfer rules, Mark Mitchell will return to Missouri for a fifth year, joining a growing list of players navigating the new eligibility landscape.

A temporary restraining order and a revised SEC eligibility rule have cleared major obstacles for Mark Mitchell to return to college basketball for the 2026-27 season, though a legal battle with the NCAA remains.

Ervin Johnson, a Privateer Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, has been appointed to the LSU New Orleans basketball coaching staff, adding decades of professional and collegiate experience.

Legendary NBA forward Ervin Johnson, a University of New Orleans alumnus and Hall of Famer, has been appointed coach of the rebranded LSU New Orleans basketball team, promising to blend his championship pedigree with a commitment to education and community empowerment.
Will Barton, an 11‑year NBA veteran and former Memphis Tigers star, has been announced as the newest player development coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking the second former Memphis player to join the staff in recent years.

The NCAA's 5‑in‑5 eligibility rule, introduced in June 2025, has been upheld by courts in Ohio and Colorado, allowing the entire Class of 2022 to claim a fifth year of competition. The decision clears the way for former Mizzou forward Mark Mitchell and others to return, but it also sparks roster‑cap debates and strategic reshuffling across the SEC.
Missouri defensive tackle Sterling Webb secured a temporary restraining order that clears the way for a 2026 return, sparking debate over NCAA eligibility and affecting other Mizzou athletes.
A recent court decision has cleared the way for Missouri defensive tackle Sterling Webb to resume his collegiate career in 2026, while the university grapples with roster limits and potential comebacks for other alumni.

A look at how former Iowa standouts are performing in the 2026 NBA Summer League, highlighting key contributions from Bennett Stirtz, Payton Sandfort and Brendan Hausen.
Lauren Bousquet's pledge to the University of Rhode Island, Alpha Diallo's NBA deal, and a wave of new signings reshape the state's college and professional teams.

The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas served as a proving ground for recent Missouri graduates, with standout stats and contract talks emerging across multiple teams.

Oregon’s five‑year star Nate Bittle has inked a deal with the Toronto Raptors, bringing his 16.8‑point, 6.9‑rebound production to the NBA summer league as he fights for a regular‑season roster spot.
Four former Iowa State players — Keshon Gilbert, Joshua Jefferson, Curtis Jones and Tamin Lipsey — are among the hopefuls competing in the NBA Summer League, each navigating contracts and opportunities as they aim to translate college success into professional minutes.

Former University of Colorado basketball standouts KJ Simpson and Cody Williams are set to compete in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, each eyeing a breakout performance that could shape their professional futures.

Two former Nittany Lions, Seth Lundy and Ace Baldwin, will debut in the NBA Summer League, each eyeing a renewed path toward the league.

Eight former St. John's University basketball players are participating in the NBA Summer League, each aiming to secure a spot on an NBA roster. Their draft histories, team affiliations, and performance expectations highlight the competitive landscape of this summer's exhibition games.

From first‑round picks to undrafted free agents, Alabama’s pipeline to the NBA is overflowing, reflecting Coach Nate Oats’ modern, professional‑style development.

The 2026 NBA Summer League, running from early July to mid‑July, features a roster that includes OVC Player of the Year Aaron Nkrumah and Defensive Player of the Year Arnas Sakenis, among other recent conference standouts.

The Denver Nuggets have formally expressed interest in signing LeBron James, who is weighing all options for what could be his final NBA season, with championship aspirations and personal connections shaping his decision.

Scott Drew is weighing a move to the NBA as the college game faces unprecedented change, yet he remains committed to Baylor’s future.
The Atlanta Hawks selected Henri Veesaar with the 52nd pick, a move praised by president Onsi Saleh as a potential steal that adds size, shooting and playmaking to the roster.
Shawn Phillips Jr., a 7‑foot center from Missouri, has agreed to a professional contract with the New Orleans Pelicans as he simultaneously contests the NCAA's new eligibility rule in court.