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Mark Daigneault, JB Bickerstaff and Mark Few join head coach Erik Spoelstra on the men’s national team staff, bringing championship pedigree and a decade of continuity ahead of August qualifiers for the 2027 World Cup in Qatar and an automatic berth at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Eight recent Missouri basketball graduates competed in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas and Salt Lake City, delivering standout performances that could shape their free‑agent prospects.
In his first summer league appearance, the fourth overall pick delivered a 35‑point performance, three blocks and a chase‑down that earned a spot on SportsCenter’s Top 10.
BYU is courting top international prospects, including Caleb Ourigou and Xu Xin, while navigating the NCAA eligibility of Australian forward David Okwera, a situation that could reshape its roster and recruiting strategy.
Dusty May’s departure for the Dallas Mavericks triggers a leadership change, but the Wolverines retain key players and welcome a top incoming class, setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 season.
A near‑full roster and coaching staff return, giving the Cowboys a rare chance to build on recent momentum
Mississippi State University has hired Corey Barker, Alex Barlow and Shunn Buchanan to strengthen its men's basketball coaching staff, bringing a mix of conference triumphs and NBA‑linked experience under head coach Chris Jans.
After a standout collegiate campaign, Joshua Jefferson is named the Gary Thompson Iowa State Male Athlete of the Year, joining an elite list of Cyclone greats.
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.
With a potential strike looming on August 12, Major League Baseball faces its most serious labor showdown in decades, as stars like Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani rally against a salary cap that owners say is meant to protect low‑payroll clubs but that players fear will roll back decades of progress.
The 2025 NBA Draft saw Duke’s Cooper Flagg selected first overall by the Dallas Mavericks, highlighting the Blue Devils’ continued dominance and the broader rise of Division I talent, while Kentucky and the ACC continue to shape the league’s future.
Keyshawn Hall and KeShawn Murphy have each signed Exhibit 10 deals with the Miami Heat and Washington Wizards respectively, marking the latest step in Auburn's strong pipeline of NBA talent.
Baba Miller’s selection by the Los Angeles Clippers marks the second consecutive NBA draft pick for Florida Atlantic University, highlighting a burgeoning talent pipeline that now includes Alijah Martin, Vladislav Goldin and Johnell Davis.
Ugonna Onyenso, a defensive standout from the University of Virginia, was drafted 53rd overall by the Detroit Pistons in the 2026 NBA Draft. His record 21 blocks in the ACC Tournament and career‑high defensive stats position him for a Summer League debut.
In a night that reverberated through college basketball history, the Chicago Bulls chose Caleb Wilson with the fourth overall pick, marking a milestone for the University of North Carolina and its storied pipeline to the NBA.
A look at the Astros' lingering dominance, the Blue Jays' hefty payroll, the Giants' potential Devers trade, the Mets' Lindor hopes, the Red Sox's seller stance, and the Tigers' Skubal dilemma, plus broader storylines shaping the league.
Nate Green, a cornerstone of Indiana State basketball, will see his No. 4 jersey retired on December 6, joining an exclusive list of alumni who have left an indelible mark on the program.
The New York Knicks are poised to contend for their first championship in over five decades, driven by a core of former Villanova stars whose college success could translate into NBA glory.
The new committee member brings extensive administrative experience and a track record of strategic initiatives to the governing body of college basketball.
The 2026 NBA Finals will feature the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, marking a historic milestone for the Knicks and a sixth Finals appearance for the Spurs, with extensive broadcast and digital innovations.
Michigan’s championship roster faces NBA draft decisions as Elliot Cadeau commits to return, Aday Mara eyes a lottery pick, and Morez Johnson Jr. weighs his future, while coach Mike Boynton Jr. navigates the transition.
The former Wisconsin Badgers star and 2015 NBA first‑round pick is swapping his playing career for a coaching role with the Gamecocks, bringing a global basketball résumé to the SEC.
At the 2026 NBA Draft Combine, former Maryland guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie delivered a 28‑point outing, shooting 65.8% and flashing playmaking and defensive versatility, positioning him as a likely second‑round pick.
After a first‑round exit, LeBron James is weighing whether to return for a 24th NBA season, taking time to consult his family before making any announcements.