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Jon Rothstein’s latest preseason poll places Michigan State sixth, behind Florida, Duke, Illinois, Michigan and UConn, highlighting the team’s strong returning core and last season’s Sweet 16 breakthrough.
The commitment of Baboucarr Ann to the University of Wisconsin underscores a shifting landscape in Minnesota basketball, as elite prospects increasingly choose the Badgers over the home‑state Gophers.
The Southeastern Conference has released home and away pairings for the 2026‑27 season, revealing that the Tigers will host Alabama, Kentucky, LSU, Ole Miss, South Carolina and Texas A&M and travel to Auburn, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi State, Texas and Vanderbilt. In addition, neutral‑site games against St. Louis University, Marquette, Kansas, Nebraska and Illinois are set, and half of the non‑conference schedule is already known.
West Virginia University and Virginia Tech will meet in a three‑game basketball series spanning 2026‑2028, reviving a rivalry that dates back a century.
BJ Edwards, the former Knoxville Catholic star, has agreed to a contract with the Sacramento Kings after going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft.
James Madison University’s star guard Bree Robinson has been named to Canada’s lineup for the upcoming FIBA U23 3x3 Nations League in Chile, a tournament that offers a direct path to the 2026 U23 World Cup.
The sixth‑annual Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Boys Showcase will feature 557 teams from across the state, with Southeast Texas squads facing top competition and college coaches scouting talent.
Jimmy Fields, a veteran coach with deep roots in Alabama and extensive experience across Georgia high schools, has been named the new boys basketball coach at Baldwin High School. He aims to build young men, maintain high standards, and compete immediately despite inheriting a young team.
The NCAA has adopted a five‑season, five‑year eligibility model that could extend the collegiate careers of Penn State's international athletes and spark litigation over roster rules.
After going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft, guard BJ Edwards has signed with the Sacramento Kings and will compete for a roster spot during the upcoming summer league.
The NBA is evaluating Las Vegas as a potential expansion location, with several high‑profile ownership groups and multiple arena sites under consideration. Political leaders and developers are actively shaping the proposal, and a final decision is expected before the end of the year.
The Southeastern Conference released its full slate of opponents for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, outlining home and away matchups, a January start and a March tournament in Nashville.
Sydney Taylor, an undrafted free agent, has transformed her overseas experience into a breakout WNBA season with the Chicago Sky, blending soccer footwork, disciplined goal‑setting, and family support to become a key offensive weapon.
Alexis Bordas, a three‑time Gatorade Player of the Year, becomes the first in‑state recruit to join West Virginia's women's basketball team in years, aiming to inspire future generations.
Tickets go on sale August 12 for the first meeting between the programs since 2018, featuring a look back at recent NCAA tournament encounters and conference history.
The 2026 NBA Draft saw former Missouri Valley Conference standouts Bennett Stirtz, Ryan Conwell and Ja’Kobi Gillespie selected in the opening two rounds, marking a historic milestone for the league.
Aaron Nkrumah signs an Exhibit 10 contract with the Denver Nuggets after a breakout college season, echoing the path of former Tiger Robert Covington.
Police are probing a June 13 incident at the Eastern Ohio Sports Complex in Sherrodsville where alleged hazing included battery and indecent exposure. The team returned early to Indiana, and Indiana Child Protective Services is assisting the investigation.
Tickets go on sale October 15 for a nonconference basketball game that brings together two historic programs, each with recent Final Four pedigree and fresh leadership.
Izaiyah Nelson, the USF forward drafted 51st overall by the Orlando Magic, is set to join the team early, bringing a championship pedigree and a blue‑collar work ethic.
Mark Mitchell, a five‑star recruit and McDonald's All‑American, has agreed to an Exhibit‑10 contract with the Denver Nuggets, positioning him for a Summer League audition in Las Vegas and a potential path to an NBA roster spot.
Legendary Tennessee star Candace Parker will be honored this weekend as part of a distinguished class, joining a roster of trailblazers whose impact stretches far beyond the court.
Senior guard Asher Cai earns the 2025–26 Great Northwest Athletic Conference Female Athlete of the Year honor after shattering scoring records, delivering standout NCAA Tournament performances, and collecting multiple academic and athletic accolades.
The Commodores’ upcoming season features a blend of home and road matchups against top SEC rivals, with returning star Tyler Tanner and new transfers aiming to build on recent NCAA Tournament success.