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The National Association of Basketball Coaches recognizes SMU’s men’s program for academic achievement, while three players receive NABC Honors Court accolades. Head Coach Andy Enfield enters his third season, and the Mustangs’ schedule features high‑profile non‑conference games and the ACC Tournament in Greensboro.
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 league is weighing a handful of North American markets for its next two franchises, with Austin and Houston emerging as front‑runners.
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.
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.
Michigan's top recruits have chosen to remain with the Wolverines under interim coach Mike Boynton Jr., while NBA prospects and staff moves signal significant developments for the program.
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.
Several Syracuse alumni have recently secured NBA opportunities, from Exhibit 10 contracts to summer league appearances, as teams shape their rosters for the upcoming season.
After a standout season at Kansas, where he earned Big 12 Newcomer of the Year honors, Melvin Council Jr. has inked a deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, aiming to translate his college firepower into professional production.
Labaron Philon Jr. was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 22nd pick in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, highlighting a breakthrough year for Alabama basketball.
Marshall University welcomes Bosnian forward Visilije Kuridza and reveals a nine‑member Hall of Fame class that includes Jon Elmore, Shayna Gore and Morgan Zerkle.
With top picks, potential blockbuster deals and several rosters poised for transformation, managers must rethink strategies before the draft even begins.
The Sixers elevate Jameer Nelson to executive vice president of basketball operations as Elton Brand departs, forming a leadership team of former players and executives.