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The upcoming Games will showcase a dramatically different Team USA lineup, featuring new faces, potential returnees, and a fierce battle for spots against an increasingly competitive international field.
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will see a markedly different U.S. men's basketball squad, blending established NBA stars with emerging talents as USA Basketball navigates a new era of international competition.
L.J. Cason, a key contributor to Michigan's championship season, is set to explore transfer options after head coach Dusty May moved to the Dallas Mavericks.
The competition to crown the top play of the year is underway, spotlighting unforgettable performances from teams such as Trenton, Williston, Union County, Eastside, North Marion and Newberry.
The scheduled matchup between Duke and Michigan has been scrapped due to media‑rights disputes, prompting Texas Tech to step in at Madison Square Garden on Dec. 21. The new opponent offers a different challenge but still presents opportunities for Duke to notch high‑profile victories.
The league’s financial and cultural momentum is fueled by blockbuster deals, rising star power and historic performances that are reshaping the sport.
Father‑son team Paul and Matt Moran have created a summer league that emphasizes community, equal participation, and skill development, with ambitions to grow the program next year.
After four years at the helm, Jason Roscoe has resigned as Madison College’s head basketball coach, capping a tenure marked by a 20‑win season, a top‑16 national ranking and a string of conference accolades.
The Wildcats' conference calendar was released this week, revealing a demanding road stretch that includes games in Oklahoma, Florida and Texas, while Rupp Arena will host Alabama and Tennessee. Coach John Calipari is set to return to Lexington on Feb. 20, and Big Blue Madness is just weeks away.
Nebraska will host Boise State at the Sanford Pentagon on Nov. 15, with tickets going on sale July 17. The game follows a 28‑7 season for the Cornhuskers and a recent win over Boise State in the College Basketball Crown.
Sue Bird’s historic appointment as USA Basketball’s managing director reshapes the pathway to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, spotlighting a deep talent pool and a new era of unified leadership.
Former Maryland standouts are turning heads in the NBA Summer League, with Jahmir Young leading the way for the Miami Heat and several other Terps securing new opportunities.
Southern Illinois University’s men’s basketball program has unveiled its non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 season, featuring home games at Banterra Center, a three‑game stint at the Paradise Jam in St. Thomas, and road trips to Power Four opponents.
Full‑time University of Nebraska–Lincoln employees can apply online for season tickets at reduced prices, with payment due in mid‑August.
Louisville basketball travels to Nassau for an exhibition game, leveraging extra practices and a revamped roster to prepare for the NCAA Tournament.
Clint Schnell has been appointed head coach of the Randall Raiders boys basketball program, bringing decades of experience and a deep connection to the region.
Highly rated guard Dylan Jones, the No.1 recruit in Tennessee, has scheduled an official visit to Memphis and is also courting Ole Miss, Providence and Texas A&M, aiming to join a program that can launch his professional career.
During a week‑long bootcamp, the Buckeyes focus on defensive drills, weight training and new player integration, targeting higher steal rates and more possessions.
Greg White replaces Velton Kennedy, while Hayley Kate Webb is promoted to lead the girls program.
Providence Academy has appointed Greg White as its new head boys basketball coach, while promoting Hayley Kate Webb to head girls coach, signaling a strategic continuity for both programs.
The Big East is charting a new course as it seeks to translate its recent tournament disappointments into a more competitive future, driven by increased NIL budgets, strategic portal moves, and high‑profile coaching initiatives.
With only three years left in the 2020s, the University of Kentucky’s men’s basketball program is confronting its worst decade ever, marked by a sub‑70% win rate, a single SEC regular‑season crown and a string of early NCAA exits.
Zyon Hawthorne, a freshman guard for the University of Kentucky, is already shaping his role on the roster through skill development, weight‑room progress, and a strong bond with his brother Braydon.
Coach Mark Pope rejects talk of titles and championships, focusing instead on hard work, a new conditioning test, and a challenging schedule for the Wildcats.