
Kentucky Wildcats’ New Cohabitation Strategy Aims to Forge Chemistry
The Wildcats are living together this summer in a bold experiment designed to accelerate team chemistry before the season begins.
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The Wildcats are living together this summer in a bold experiment designed to accelerate team chemistry before the season begins.
The Wildcats open summer practice with a blend of familiar veterans and promising newcomers, setting the stage for a pivotal season under Mark Pope.

After a challenging debut season marked by a ten‑game losing streak, Wisconsin’s women’s basketball team surged to the WBIT semifinals, bolstered by key portal acquisitions and a strong incoming freshman class.

Mark Pope, Kentucky's head coach, is fostering team unity by having all 14 scholarship players live together at the Wildcat Coal Lodge during the summer, a move that blends structured workouts, community service and NCAA‑compliant training.

Duke's 2026 class, ranked No. 1 for the third straight year, features three five‑star prospects and a standout international recruit whose versatile skill set could reshape the program.
Veteran coach Chris Ellis, a Hall of Fame inductee with over 650 career wins, has been appointed head coach of the North Callaway Ladybirds, bringing a cognitive, fundamentals‑driven approach to the program.

Olympic champion Kelsey Plum has officially joined adidas Basketball, marking a pivotal shift after her departure from Under Armour. The deal, confirmed on June 11, 2026, places her alongside Anthony Edwards in the brand's "Believe That" campaign and signals a strategic focus on expanding its women's lineup.
DeMarcus Henry, a 6‑foot‑7 small forward ranked eleventh overall in the 2027 class, says the right coaching fit matters more than financial incentives as he considers programs like Louisville and Kentucky.
In Monroe, Louisiana, the Zimmerman brothers are channeling the coaching excellence of their father, Dale Zimmerman Sr., as they lead St. Frederick and Carroll high school teams, mentoring players and building community.
USA TODAY Sports spotlights the 42 greatest girls basketball players from the Shore region, tracing their high school triumphs, college breakthroughs and professional legacies within the broader celebration of America’s 250 greatest sports figures.

Veteran coach Bob Hurley Sr., a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer and father of UConn’s head coach Dan Hurley, has stopped attending games at the Prudential Center after years of confrontations with a small but vocal group of fans.
Head coach Bridgette Gordon announces two open‑to‑all youth basketball camps in June, targeting skill development and recruitment, and highlighting recent successes such as Kristen ‘KJ’ Johnson’s commitment to FAMU.

Veteran scorer Kyle Guy steps onto the 3x3 stage in Vienna, bringing his shooting prowess and team‑first mindset to a USA Basketball‑supported campaign aimed at world‑class competition and Olympic aspirations.

The New York Knicks are on the brink of ending a half‑century title drought, blending a storied franchise narrative with a modern push led by star players and a deep‑rooted city identity.

Purdue Fort Wayne coach Jon Coffman finally locked in an exhibition game against Purdue in West Lafayette, a milestone after years of proposals, fundraisers and a memorable 2016 upset of Indiana.
An exhibition game pitting Purdue against Purdue Fort Wayne will take place this October at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, a venue that witnessed a stunning upset a decade ago. Coach Jon Coffman, who has chased this pairing for ten years, hopes the event will draw a crowd that rivals or exceeds the 11,076 fans who attended the 2016 victory over Indiana.
During a recent leadership conference at Notre Dame, former head coach Mike Brey discussed his journey from high school basketball to college prominence, emphasizing personal connections, the management of success, and the power of player‑driven culture.

Indonesia's Hoops For Health program will be featured at the FIBA Open 2026 in Mies, with fundraising proceeds earmarked for expanding health‑focused basketball projects worldwide.

Shayane Poirot, who previously played for and assisted the Cougars, is now the head coach of the Western Nebraska Community College women's basketball team, aiming to build on a strong tradition of excellence.

Milton Whitfield, a senior at Quincy High, has signed to play basketball at John Wood Community College, crediting his parents and coach for their support and planning to study health science.

In a remote Sichuan village, a young boy’s determination turned a crutch into a platform for basketball dreams, culminating in a life‑changing prosthetic donation.

The Salukis announced the signing of Harrisburg High School's all‑time leading scorer, highlighting her work ethic, academic plans, and regional impact.

The University of Wisconsin announced a high‑profile basketball recruit, underscoring its rising influence on the court while the program eyes further breakthroughs in the coming months.

Butler will face the University of North Carolina on Dec. 6 in a continuation of a seven‑game series that has seesawed between the two programs.