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After 18 NBA seasons, Russell Westbrook has retired, rejecting offers from the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards. Ice Cube suggests a move to Big3, a 3‑on‑3 league for retired stars, to give fans one last glimpse of the point guard's signature intensity.
The Oregon Labor Federation has thrown its weight behind the University of Oregon State women's basketball team as it petitions for union representation, marking a historic push for athlete labor rights in college sports.
The Longhorns are set to reshape their squad for 2026‑27, combining experienced transfers with five freshmen under Coach Vic Schaefer, aiming for a strong NCAA Tournament run.
The school announced the hires ahead of the November start, highlighting Olson’s return and Marks’ Division II experience, while the girls team’s state‑title run and the boys’ 5‑22 season set the stage for a fresh start.
The Privateers announce a demanding slate that begins with three straight SEC road games, intersperses home matchups against regional rivals, and culminates in a Southland Conference tournament in Lake Charles.
Oregon State’s women’s basketball team has petitioned for union representation, backed by the UCAA and Oregon Labor Federation, marking a potential breakthrough for collegiate athlete labor rights.
After 18 seasons, Russell Westbrook has retired from the NBA, ending a career that featured a storied run with the Oklahoma City Thunder, multiple MVP awards, and a looming first‑ballot Hall of Fame induction.
The Oregon State women's basketball program has petitioned for union representation, marking the first such effort at a public university and highlighting a broader movement to define athlete compensation and working conditions.
Ahead of a February 6 non‑conference game at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, Rutgers and Syracuse look to turn recent setbacks into opportunities, drawing on young talent and new transfers while revisiting a storied rivalry.
A veteran point guard who has spent over a decade playing professionally across continents, Desi Washington reflects on his time in Lebanon’s competitive league, his coaching work with local high school stars, and his ongoing connection to Philadelphia’s basketball scene.
A recent lawsuit in Ohio secured an additional season for Utah State guard Kolby King, who has now pledged to join Auburn’s roster, bringing experience and shooting efficiency to a team entering its second year under coach Steven Pearl.
The university announced an 11‑game schedule that opens with home games against Cleary College and Rochester Christian, includes a trip to Madison, and sets up a series of road tests against Big Ten and Mid‑American opponents.
The WNBA faces a growing controversy after two former NBA players announced they would enter the women’s draft, prompting a league‑wide debate over how sex is defined in sport.
The school announced fresh leadership for its boys and girls basketball programs, with former assistants and alumni taking the reins as it seeks candidates for baseball and lacrosse.
The University of South Carolina announces jersey numbers for its six freshmen, marking firsts in program history and reflecting a evolving approach to jersey retirement.
Quron Woods and Ella Olson have been appointed as the new head coaches for the boys' and girls' varsity basketball teams, respectively, bringing extensive local experience and recent collegiate success.
Season tickets for the upcoming UConn women's basketball season are now available, offering a $140 entry for Gampel Pavilion and $108 for PeoplesBank Arena, plus a required donation fee.
The undefeated 1965‑66 Cony High School boys basketball team will be inducted into the Maine Basketball Hall of Fame, celebrating a legacy that shaped Augusta’s sports history.
After a court‑granted fifth year, B.J. Edwards signs with Oklahoma, bringing his two‑way production to a program that fell short of the NCAA Tournament last season.
Fans can secure seats for eight home games across two venues, though the marquee in‑state showdown with South Carolina is not included in the packages.
The Hoover High School guard pledged to Mount Union University after a standout junior season that included 55 three‑pointers, All‑Federal League honors and a buzzer‑beater that helped the Vikings capture a state title.
The university revealed the full slate of games for the upcoming season, highlighting early matchups, conference dates and the final stretch in Nevada.
Seth Trimble's switch from the North Carolina Tar Heels to the Louisville Cardinals, made possible by a recent NCAA injunction, has drawn criticism from analyst Rob Dauster, who warns that such moves prioritize personal gain over institutional loyalty.
A look at how Geno Auriemma’s demanding coaching philosophy, built on relentless training and high‑stakes competition, shaped UConn’s rise from a modest program to a college basketball powerhouse, as captured in the forthcoming Apple TV series.