Hall of Fame Coach Don Nelson Passes Away at 86
Don Nelson, the Hall of Fame basketball coach and five‑time NBA champion as a player, died at 86. His 31‑year career reshaped teams and the way the game is approached.
Aug 11, 2026
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Don Nelson, Basketball Trailblazer, Passes Away at 86
Legendary coach Don Nelson died after a stroke, leaving behind a storied career as a player and a record‑setting architect of modern basketball.
Aug 10, 2026
Don Nelson, Hall of Fame Coach, Dies at 86
Don Nelson, the innovative Hall of Fame coach who reshaped modern basketball, passed away at 86, leaving behind a career defined by championships, pioneering strategies, and mentorship of future stars.
Aug 10, 2026
San Joaquin County’s NBA Alumni: Six Players Who Shaped Basketball History
A look at six NBA players from California’s San Joaquin County, each with a distinct path from high school to professional stardom.
Jul 28, 2026
Nate Ament’s Breakout Season Propels Tennessee to Elite Eight and Sets Sights on NBA
Freshman forward Nate Ament helped Tennessee reach the Elite Eight, overcame injuries, and was selected 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks, expressing gratitude to the Volunteers community.
Jul 27, 2026
Javin DeLaurier Returns to Duke as Player Development Assistant
After a professional stint abroad, Javin DeLaurier rejoins Duke in a new capacity, bringing experience and leadership to a young roster chasing a title.
Jul 24, 2026
Javin DeLaurier Returns to Duke as Player Development Assistant
After a professional journey across Europe and the G League, Javin DeLaurier is back at Duke in a new capacity, bringing his experience to the development of the Blue Devils' emerging stars.
Jul 24, 2026
Former SMU Mustangs Stars Head to 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas
Three SMU alumni—Jaron Pierre Jr., B.J. Edwards and Boopie Miller—are set to compete in the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, each joining a different NBA franchise after distinguished college performances.
Jul 3, 2026
Former Florida State Star Malik Beasley Faces Federal Game‑Fixing Charges
Federal prosecutors say Malik Beasley conspired to alter on‑court performances with the Milwaukee Bucks and Detroit Pistons, turning basketball games into a vehicle for illicit wagering and cash flow.
Jun 29, 2026
Arizona Coach Tommy Lloyd Celebrates NBA Draft Success for His Players
Tommy Lloyd expressed satisfaction as each of his drafted prospects landed with teams that value them both for their talent and their fit.
Jun 27, 2026
Ja’Kobi Gillespie Joins San Antonio Spurs, Extending Tennessee’s Draft Legacy
Selected in the second round, Gillespie brings a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive versatility to the Spurs, joining a Volunteers lineage that has produced dozens of NBA players over the past two decades.
Jun 25, 2026
Big 12 Sets NBA Draft Record with 13 Selections
A record 13 Big 12 prospects were drafted, highlighted by a high‑profile Barclays Center campaign that underscored the league’s rising influence.
Jun 25, 2026
Ja’Kobi Gillespie Drafted 42nd by San Antonio Spurs
Senior guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie was selected 42nd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs, capping a record‑breaking college career that reshaped Tennessee basketball.
Jun 25, 2026
NBA Draft Day 2: Tennessee Alumni Shine in Brooklyn
Day two of the NBA draft at Barclays Center highlighted the movement of former Tennessee players, with trades to Milwaukee, Los Angeles and other franchises, while ESPN’s rankings spotlighted several Volunteers still in the mix.
Jun 24, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Celebrate Double First‑Round NBA Draft Picks
Two Arizona Wildcats were selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, continuing a storied tradition of NBA talent from the university.
Jun 24, 2026
Koa Peat Drafted by the Dallas Mavericks, Traded to the Phoenix Suns
Koa Peat’s selection 30th overall sparks a flurry of moves, linking his family legacy with a new chapter in Phoenix.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Drafted 13th, Joins Milwaukee Bucks After Heat Trade
Tennessee standout Nate Ament was selected 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft while wearing a Miami Heat cap, only to be traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a deal sparked by Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to Miami.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament’s Draft Journey Highlights Tennessee’s NBA Pipeline
Freshman forward Nate Ament was selected 13th overall by the Miami Heat and immediately traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, cementing Tennessee’s longest-running streak of NBA draft picks and setting new program records.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Joins Milwaukee Bucks in Draft Day Trade with Miami Heat
Nate Ament was selected 13th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks, a pick acquired in a trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami.
Jun 24, 2026
Darius Acuff Drafted No. 7 by Sacramento Kings, Joining Razorbacks Legacy
Arkansas basketball standout Darius Acuff was selected seventh overall by the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Draft, capping a rookie season that saw him dominate offensively and earn numerous national honors.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Poised for Top‑10 NBA Draft Selection
With the NBA Draft looming, ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo predicts that forward Nate Ament could be selected ninth overall by the Dallas Mavericks, a move that would pair him with Cooper Flagg and reshape the franchise’s frontcourt.
Jun 23, 2026
Tennessee’s NBA Draft Pipeline Extends to 2026
Nate Ament is slated to hear his name called in the opening round of the 2026 NBA Draft, joining a lineage of Volunteers who have turned college success into professional opportunities.
Jun 23, 2026
Andre Jackson Jr. to Host Youth Basketball Clinic in Albany
On June 27, the Albany native will run a basketball clinic for kids aged 11 to 14, offering morning and afternoon sessions.
Jun 21, 2026
Fertitta Family Acquires Connecticut Sun in Record $300 Million Deal
The sale of the Connecticut Sun to the Fertitta family, owners of the NBA's Houston Rockets, marks a pivotal moment for the WNBA as it eyes relocation, expansion, and a renewed presence in Houston.
Jun 21, 2026