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The athletic department under new head coach Wes Miller launches a tiered referral initiative that rewards fans for bringing in new season‑ticket buyers, offering escalating perks and discounted tickets for both referrers and referred fans.
The Hawkeyes open their season against Northern Iowa on November 12, looking to extend a 28‑3 series lead and showcase key returning players.
In a recent interview, Hannah Hidalgo reflects on the rising popularity of women's basketball, the shift in audience interest, and the optimism for future expansion.
A six‑time NBA All‑Star who later embraced Judaism and Israeli citizenship, Stoudemire combined a storied NBA career with championship success in Israel, culminating in a Hall of Fame induction that reflects both athletic and personal transformation.
Rotimi Ogunniyi, a towering prospect from Germany, has signed with Weatherford College, where new leadership and funding aim to bridge his 3x3 background into traditional basketball, while his Olympic aspirations remain on the horizon.
A 57‑year‑old teacher and coach was stabbed to death in her Raleigh home; her boyfriend was arrested in Pennsylvania after a multi‑hour search guided by surveillance footage.
After a standout junior season that earned him All‑WCC honorable‑mention honors, former LMU star Jevon Porter is set to rejoin the Lions for the 2026‑27 campaign, bringing a blend of scoring, rebounding and shot‑blocking to a roster eager for continuity.
The Red Foxes have announced their full non‑conference slate, featuring four home games at McCann Arena and marquee road trips that culminate with historic meetings against Tennessee and Cincinnati.
The 2026 SLAM Summer Classic will feature the nation's most coveted high school basketball prospects, including Beckham Black and Moussa Kamissoko, at Rucker Park on August 17, 2026, with live coverage on NBA TV and streaming on Fubo.
Joe Dean Jr., a three‑time letterman, coach and longtime SEC basketball broadcaster, passed away at 71. His career spanned playing, coaching, administration and two decades of televised basketball, leaving a lasting imprint on collegiate sports and his family.
John Beilein, celebrated for his transformative tenure at Michigan, is returning to the NBA in a part‑time senior coaching consultant role with the Orlando Magic, where he will assist head coach Sean Sweeney and help shape the franchise's future.
The Bulldogs announce a challenging non‑conference slate that opens with a three‑game home stretch, features marquee matchups against Providence, Kentucky and other top programs, and culminates with a showdown against Harvard.
Georgetown University will provide free men’s basketball tickets to every undergraduate for the 2025‑26 season, expanding student access to marquee matchups and signaling a new era under Coach Ed Cooley.
Former Michigan Wolverines player Trey McKenney addressed nearly 400 staff members, linking his championship experience to the district’s theme of choosing to make a difference.
Phoenix honored Diana Taurasi with a jersey retirement, a street sign update, and a mural, cementing her legacy as the franchise’s all‑time leading scorer and a six‑time Olympic gold medalist.
Former NBA player Boo Jackson, alongside mother Kim Peays and real estate brokers Brock Warwick and Cross Smith, is set to open Chick‑N‑Sack Sports Lounge on September 12, 2026, at 410 W. Jackson Avenue, offering a basketball‑themed venue for young Knoxville patrons.
Doc Rivers was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame alongside Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen, marking a celebrated gathering of Celtics legends and reflecting on a coaching career that spanned multiple franchises.
The 2026 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement in Springfield highlighted legendary players, coaches, and teams, weaving personal anecdotes and emotional tributes into a night of basketball history.
The Boston Police Department and Boston Police Foundation sent six youth teams to compete in Connecticut, with Commissioner Cox and board member Paula McLaughlin cheering them on at a Town Field send‑off.
The Cavaliers and the Dukes will meet in a three‑game annual series beginning this November, featuring games in Charlottesville and Harrisonburg and extending into 2028. The matchups aim to deepen regional ties and sharpen nonconference play.
On August 16, 2026, Phoenix honored Diana Taurasi with a jersey retirement, a Ring of Honor induction, and a street‑sign rename, underscoring her impact on the Mercury, the community, and the sport.
The Cavaliers and the Dukes will resume their historic series beginning November 19, 2026, with a rotating schedule that highlights regional fan engagement and a tougher nonconference slate.
Ohio State will host UConn at the Schottenstein Center on Nov. 12, continuing a series that highlights both teams' strong returning rosters and top recruits.
James Madison University's women's basketball team will open its season against Virginia on November 19, renewing a series that has seen the Cavaliers lead 16‑11 and setting the stage for a battle of first‑year coaches.