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Donovan Dent, a former UNM basketball player now coaching in Albuquerque, is part of a legal effort to overturn the NCAA's restrictive eligibility rule, a fight that could reshape the landscape for college athletes seeking a fifth season.
With only six players returning from last year's roster, the Wisconsin Badgers are using the summer months to build chemistry through shared meals, local outings and golf outings, ensuring they enter the new season as a unified family.
Israel’s national youth squad has posted three straight wins at the FIBA Under‑18 EuroBasket 2026 in Italy, with standout displays from David Musis and Aviv Aronov.
After Westin Wallace stepped down to pursue a teaching career in Reardan, the Waitsburg High School basketball program appointed Chris Andrews as its new head coach. Under Andrews’ leadership, the squad traveled to Ilwaco for a four‑day camp, funded by community fundraising and a generous donation from the Waitsburg Lions Club, where they tested themselves against older varsity opponents and displayed notable resilience.
Arlington County Police are investigating after gunshots were reported following a dispute at a local basketball court. No suspect has been located and no injuries were recorded.
A look at how the new NCAA eligibility framework is influencing Kentucky's pursuit of transfer wing Cade Tyson and the broader implications for the 2026‑27 season.
With the NCAA’s new ‘5‑for‑5’ rule allowing athletes a five‑year window to complete their college careers, Kentucky basketball is evaluating Cade Tyson, a small forward whose career has seesawed across Belmont, North Carolina and Minnesota. The move follows a legal battle involving Denzel Aberdeen, who is also seeking an extra year of eligibility.
During the last live evaluation window of the summer, Wisconsin’s basketball staff are traveling across the U.S. and abroad to assess top high school prospects.
IU basketball will face the Virgin Islands in the FISU America Games final in Lima, Peru, on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET, looking to extend its perfect tournament record
After 16 years at the helm, Tom Guse resigned from Rockford Lutheran, where he led the Crusaders to three state tournament appearances, five sectional titles and eight regional championships.
With the last live evaluation period of the summer arriving this weekend, Wisconsin basketball coaches are turning their attention to both domestic and international prospects, underscoring the critical nature of July for high school recruiting.
Florida's basketball squad brings back its entire national championship lineup, positioning the team as a preseason favorite while navigating a reshaped tournament landscape.
The University of Colorado women's basketball squad spent a day cooking and serving meals at Boulder's All Roads Shelter, a facility that supports individuals transitioning out of homelessness.
The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas wrapped up with former Louisville standouts delivering memorable performances, highlighted by Brown's 16-point outing for the Nets and Williams' contribution to the Bulls.
The Murray State men's basketball team departs for a European tour, playing four games across Barcelona, Mykonos and Paris before returning to campus on August 12.
The NCAA will no longer adjust seeding for the top 16 women's teams to avoid conference rivals, a shift championed by chair Amanda Braun, while the men's bracket retains its traditional approach and both tournaments prepare for a 2027 expansion.
The Bulldogs rely on a core of returning starters as they aim for greater speed and defensive improvement.
A dominant performance in the group stage has set up a decisive clash for the Hoosiers, who are streaming their final match on the FISU America Games YouTube channel.
A weekly basketball camp at Eastbrook Apartments in Watertown, New York, has grown into a vital community hub for youth, and its founder is now rallying neighbors to fund a final summer celebration and future expansion.
A former Jazz guard recalls confronting the basketball legend during Jordan’s brief baseball experiment, reflecting on the scores he posted and how today’s rules would have changed the game
Four-star recruit Aila Courtenay pledged to the University of Florida, turning down offers from Oregon, Alabama, Georgia Tech and Stanford.
The SEC released its full conference schedule for the 2026‑27 basketball season, revealing a demanding road ahead for Georgia. Home games include Texas, Florida, Vanderbilt, Kentucky and Missouri, while the Bulldogs open conference play on the road against Ole Miss and face a host of other SEC rivals.
Michigan enters the 2026‑27 campaign with high expectations, a fresh coaching staff and a versatile frontcourt led by Quinn Costello, whose increased minutes could reshape the team's depth chart.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will host a charity basketball event on August 1, featuring former UAPB players, Arkansas natives and pro athletes. The game includes a youth showcase, giveaways, halftime entertainment and recognition of first responders, aiming to bring the community together.