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After a standout college career at Duke, Ashlon Jackson signs a rest‑of‑season deal with the Connecticut Sun, adding depth and versatility to a team battling to climb the standings.
From his early days as a three‑time letter winner at Mississippi State to his championship coaching stint at Kentucky and two‑decade broadcasting partnership with Tim Brando, Dean’s influence on the sport endures.
North Carolina’s basketball program navigates the fallout of the five‑for‑five rule, loses a key guard to Louisville and adds a towering big man from South Dakota, hoping the new pieces will click under first‑year coach Michael Malone.
The 21‑plus costume event, held at Navy Yard’s Building 64 on October 24, features a lineup of top artists, immersive activations and ticket proceeds benefiting The Livity Foundation’s community programs.
UConn’s men’s and women’s basketball teams will meet Syracuse in a pair of exhibition contests at the Mohegan Sun Arena in October 2026, as part of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame showcase. Ticket details and game times have been announced.
Alex Steen, a former Florida State University basketball player, has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA demanding a fifth year of athletic eligibility, citing recent eligibility rulings for other classes.
Wyoming is set to compete in the Sunshine Slam tournament in Daytona Beach, Florida, facing Duquesne and Kent State in early November.
Texas Tech announced the signing of Mali native Bassala Bagayoko, a 6‑foot‑10 forward with a 7‑foot‑6 wingspan, adding a promising defensive talent to the 2026‑27 roster
UConn reveals a demanding non‑conference slate that includes exhibitions, a season‑opening matchup and high‑profile neutral‑site contests against nationally ranked teams.
Three young Wildcats are generating buzz as the program looks to build on its recent momentum, with high hopes for NBA prospects and breakout performances.
The inaugural JAB Classic Championship at Philadelphia's Palestra featured NBA veterans and rising stars, crowned a champion, and channeled proceeds toward a new city basketball court.
The Bruins reveal a seven‑game home slate that mixes competitive matchups with fan‑centric promotions, including a championship banner ceremony and charitable Teddy Bear Toss.
The inaugural Seattle Holiday Classic will feature Washington versus Baylor on Dec. 19, 2026, alongside a Washington State‑Seattle U doubleheader, offering fans a festive basketball showcase in a sustainably certified arena.
After a standout college career, Julian Mackey has taken his game overseas, signing with the Leicester Riders of the Super League Basketball.
Illinois junior guard Aaliyah Guyton shines for Brazil’s national team, posting strong stats and a physical transformation as she eyes Olympic qualification.
The University of Connecticut announced its full non‑conference slate, featuring renewals of storied rivalries, neutral‑site showdowns and a series of exhibition games before the regular season begins.
Sports Illustrated's ranking highlights Mirkovic's statistical growth, unique skill set, and the anticipation surrounding his return after a left‑foot surgery.
Nevada’s men’s basketball program has released its 2026‑27 schedule, a 32‑game slate that includes a record number of regular‑season contests and 17 home appearances. The Wolf Pack will venture out for 14 non‑conference matchups, spread across eight home games, five neutral‑site contests and five road games, a distribution that reflects both logistical planning and a strategic push to bolster its résumé. What makes this schedule noteworthy is the context of the Mountain West Conference, where the league has lost several traditional powerhouses such as San Diego State and Boise State, leaving the circuit thinner and less competitive than in recent years. Over the past five seasons Nevada has logged 49 Quad‑rated games, with a substantial portion — about 61 percent — against those now‑absent rivals, underscoring how the loss of those opponents has reshaped the team’s historical profile. The upcoming season’s projection places Nevada in Quad 1 for just two games, while Quad 2 games climb to nine, and the remainder fall into Quad 3 and Quad 4 categories, a shift that could affect its NCAA Tournament positioning. Quad 1 and Quad 2 victories are the most valuable for at‑large bids, and Nevada’s recent history shows a 13‑36 record in those tiers, a mark that has slipped to 2‑13 over the last two years, highlighting the urgency of securing quality non‑conference opponents. With no regular‑season matchup against a power‑conference team for the first time in 26 years, the Wolf Pack must lean on neutral‑site contests against Saint Mary’s, Santa Clara and Colorado State, as well as road trips to New Mexico and Grand Canyon, to create the high‑quality wins that the selection committee expects.
Joe Dean Jr., known for his signature catch‑phrases and decades of service on SEC basketball broadcasts, died this week at age 71. His legacy spans playing, coaching, administration and a near‑fatal plane crash that marked a turning point in his life.
Joe Dean Jr., a towering presence in college basketball who spent decades shaping the sport as a player, coach, administrator and broadcaster, passed away at the age of 71.
After a breakout season that saw him shatter UMass’s three‑point record, Marcus Banks Jr. has agreed to a contract with the Nitros Blue Wings, joining the Slovak league for the 2026‑27 campaign.
UConn announced its full non‑conference slate, highlighting marquee matchups against South Carolina, Duke, Maryland and LSU, as well as exhibition games and a season‑opening clash with Cornell
Notre Dame will host UConn on December 9, renewing a rivalry that sees the Huskies lead the all‑time series, while the Irish also meet Villanova, Florida, West Virginia and Vanderbilt in upcoming non‑conference games.
The Wolf Pack will play 32 games next season, host 17 home contests, debut at Tahoe Blue Event Center, and stream select games on MW+.