Marshall University Announces 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule
The newly released schedule blends exhibition contests with a tough regular‑season lineup, featuring national powers and a full Sun Belt slate.
Aug 11, 2026
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Raul Placeres Joins Apostolic Christian Academy as Director of Basketball Operations
Raul Placeres, a veteran basketball coach with a record of six straight conference titles, has been appointed Director of Basketball Operations at Apostolic Christian Academy in August 2023, aiming to shape player development and community ties.
Aug 11, 2026
UT Martin Men’s Basketball Garners Academic and Athletic Accolades
The University of Tennessee at Martin's men's basketball team was recognized with the 2025-26 Ohio Valley Conference Team Academic Achievement Award, tying a school win record and earning multiple conference honors.
Aug 11, 2026
Shahar Shalmon Secures Third Season with Maccabi Ashdod
Israeli basketball player Shahar Shalmon, a social media personality with nearly 300,000 TikTok followers, has been retained by Maccabi Ashdod for a third consecutive season in the Israeli Premier League. His recent stats, background, and the team's new foreign signings paint a picture of a dynamic roster poised for change.
Aug 11, 2026
LSU Women’s Basketball Announces 2026‑27 Schedule with High‑Profile Matchups
LSU revealed its full 2026‑27 women's basketball schedule, highlighting 17 home games, key non‑conference battles and the return of several Sweet Sixteen contributors.
Aug 11, 2026
Murray State Opens 2026‑27 Basketball Season in 24‑Hour Marathon
Murray State University will launch its 2026‑27 men’s basketball campaign with a road game against Tennessee State on November 2 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, kicking off an eight‑game, 24‑hour marathon organized by the Field of 68.
Aug 11, 2026
NKU Joins 24‑Hour College Basketball Marathon in Sioux Falls
Northern Kentucky University will open its 2026‑27 season in a 24‑hour basketball marathon in Sioux Falls, featuring a slate of games against Texas‑El Paso, Texas A&M and Saint Louis, while the Horizon League expands to twelve teams.
Aug 11, 2026
Michigan State Extends Non‑Conference Slate with Quinnipiac and Penn
Michigan State University has added two home non‑conference games to its 2026‑27 schedule, including a much‑anticipated clash with Fran McCaffery’s Penn team just days before New Year’s Eve.
Aug 11, 2026
Florida Gators lock in 2026‑27 non‑conference slate ahead of title chase
The University of Florida has announced its full non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, featuring 14 games before SEC play, six neutral‑site contests and a historic home meeting with Duke.
Aug 11, 2026
Ball State Women’s Basketball Announces 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Slate
The Cardinals reveal a competitive schedule that opens with Arkansas State and High Point at home, includes four games against NCAA Tournament qualifiers, and culminates with a December 30 showdown against Fresno State.
Aug 11, 2026
Early Transfer Portal Winners Shape 2026‑27 College Basketball Landscape
A look at how the new transfer rules are boosting offensive firepower for several programs while raising questions for traditional powerhouses.
Aug 11, 2026
Iowa Extends Scholarship to Top Minnesota Guard Madeleine Hamiel
Iowa women's basketball announced a scholarship offer to Madeleine Hamiel, a highly ranked guard from Cretin‑Durham Hall, highlighting her impressive stats and the attention she is receiving from multiple programs.
Aug 11, 2026
Mark Mitchell’s Potential Return Could Bolster Kentucky’s Frontcourt
Kentucky is exploring the addition of Mark Mitchell to its 2026‑27 roster, a move that could address a forward gap and bring SEC experience to a team hungry for grit.
Aug 11, 2026
Aneesah Morrow’s Trade to Toronto Tempo Revamps WNBA Landscape
The 2026 WNBA trade deadline saw forward Aneesah Morrow switch from the Connecticut Sun to the Toronto Tempo, sparking a cascade of lineup changes and fantasy implications across the league.
Aug 11, 2026
Austin Peay Lowers Season Ticket Prices Ahead of New Conference Era
The university’s new ticket model starts at $100, slashing costs by nearly 60% and extending free entry to students and military members, signaling a community‑focused push as the programs enter their first United Athletic Conference season.
Aug 11, 2026
The 1992 Dream Team: How a Star‑Studded Squad Redefined Olympic Basketball
The 1992 United States men’s basketball team, famously known as the Dream Team, captured the imagination of a generation with its unparalleled talent and dominant performance at the Barcelona Olympics.
Aug 11, 2026
Iowa Women’s Basketball Extends Scholarship Offer to Top Guard Madeleine Hamiel
Iowa women's basketball announced a scholarship offer to guard Madeleine Hamiel, a standout from Cretin-Durham Hall in St. Paul, Minnesota, highlighting her elite rankings and impressive junior season statistics.
Aug 11, 2026
UNLV Rebels Unveil 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule
UNLV announces a 15‑game non‑conference schedule highlighted by matchups against Kansas, Stanford and West Virginia, alongside an 18‑game Mountain West slate that begins on November 3 against Northern Arizona.
Aug 11, 2026
SLAM Magazine and Nike Unveil Limited‑Edition Basketball Sneaker Collection
The upcoming SLAM x Nike Basketball Collection introduces four limited‑edition sneakers — Sabrina 4, Ja 4, GT Cut 4, and Zoom Hyperflight — each featuring bold orange accents and distinctive design details.
Aug 11, 2026
Hawkeyes Extend Scholarship to Missouri’s Top Forward Bridget Fitzgerald
Iowa’s latest scholarship offer to top Missouri forward Bridget Fitzgerald spotlights a fierce recruitment battle ahead of the 2028 class.
Aug 11, 2026
LSU Women’s Basketball Unveils a Grueling 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Schedule
The Tigers will open with a neutral‑site game against Houston, face a series of tune‑up opponents, and embark on a demanding road stretch that includes contests in Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Auburn and South Carolina, all in pursuit of another deep NCAA Tournament run.
Aug 11, 2026
Gators Set for Hall of Fame Series Opener Against Georgia Tech
Florida will open its 2025‑26 campaign against Georgia Tech in Orlando, a venue it last visited in 2017, while also preparing for a tough non‑conference schedule that includes games against Miami, Duke and Florida State.
Aug 11, 2026
UConn Women’s Basketball Opens Practice to Fans Ahead of New Season
UConn's women's basketball team will hold an open practice on September 20 at Sacred Heart University's Pitt Center, featuring standout players such as Sarah Strong and Olivia Vukosa. Tickets go on sale August 20, with presale options for Husky Athletic Fund members.
Aug 11, 2026
Southern Conference Unveils 2026‑27 Women’s Basketball Schedule
The Southern Conference announces its 2026‑27 women’s basketball schedule, featuring nine teams, a double‑round‑robin format, and a championship game to be aired on ESPNU.
Aug 11, 2026