Latest Slidescroller coverage in Basketball.
The Denver Nuggets selected Arkansas forward Trevon Brazile with the 35th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, rewarding a career marked by resilience, statistical versatility and a coach‑driven resurgence.
Selected in the second round of the NBA Draft, Richie Saunders hopes to translate his college success at BYU into professional impact with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Arike Ogunbowale continues to adapt alongside Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, delivering clutch performances that have helped the Dallas Wings climb to an 11‑6 record.
A coalition of 15 former basketball players has filed a lawsuit to block the NCAA’s five-year eligibility rule, arguing that it unfairly restricts their ability to compete in the 2026-27 season.
Derrick White, an NBA champion and Olympic gold‑medalist, has been named the University of Colorado's inaugural President of Basketball Strategy, bringing his professional experience and a $2 million gift to reshape the program’s future.
Trevon Brazile was selected 35th overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a college career that spanned two schools, a torn ACL, and a breakout season under John Calipari.
Garfield High School will welcome alumnus and NBA star Brandon Roy as its new head coach for the boys basketball program during a live press event on Thursday at 1 p.m.
After a Sweet 16 run left only two veterans, Ole Miss is banking on Adam "Budd" Clark to fill the point‑guard void and spark a quick SEC turnaround.
Duke sophomore Isaiah Evans, a top 3‑point shooter and second‑leading scorer, was chosen 33rd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, adding a new chapter to his budding professional career.
Meleek Thomas, Arkansas guard, was selected 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers after a standout college season that included an SEC Tournament title and Sweet 16 run.
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Arkansas standout Meleek Thomas with the 34th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, eyeing his shooting and defensive skills for future growth.
Tavares Hardy, now head coach of the 2026 USA 3x3 Men’s Nations League team, brings a diverse coaching background to a competition that will serve as a qualifier for the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup in Wuhan.
Former Vanderbilt standout Tyler Nickel is projected to be selected in the second round of the NBA Draft after a predraft process that highlighted his shooting skill set, versatility and relentless work ethic.
The upcoming October 13 exhibition at the Mohegan Sun will pit the Syracuse Orange against the UConn Huskies, marking their first showdown in eight years and offering a preview of revamped rosters ahead of the 2025‑26 season.
Freshman sensation Jasiah Jervis, celebrated for his shooting prowess and East Coast pedigree, commits to Michigan State, aiming to add to the program’s storied tradition.
The 6‑foot‑10 center, who averaged 13.1 points and 8.4 rebounds for Murray State, has inked a deal with MLP Academics Heidelberg for the 2026‑27 season, aiming to make an impact in the Basketball Bundesliga.
The basketball that sealed the New York Knicks' first championship in over five decades is set to be auctioned, drawing attention from collectors and sports enthusiasts worldwide.
A recent two‑day basketball camp at Thompson High School in Alabama offered kindergarten through sixth‑grade participants a blend of skill drills, lowered hoops and a strong focus on fun, guided by head coach Major Deacon and the school’s athletic staff.
The NCAA's revised eligibility rules grant athletes five years starting at age 19, removing redshirt complexities and reshaping roster strategies for programs like Michigan.
After guiding Butler to two national championship games as a player, Ronald Nored is back at his alma mater, aiming to bring pride to his Alabama hometown and continue the legacy of a family steeped in faith and basketball.
The Utah Jazz have launched Lady Notes, a program that combines sustainability with partnership to advance girls' basketball across the state.
Veteran coach Dior Curtis is back at Murray High School, taking on dual roles as boys’ basketball head coach and Athletic Director, while also teaching in the school’s alternative education program.
The first round of the NBA Draft saw the Sacramento Kings select guard Darius Acuff Jr. seventh overall, a move that has drawn acclaim from basketball analysts who see him as a long‑term cornerstone and a possible Rookie of the Year candidate.
Caleb Wilson, drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the first round, brings a strong collegiate résumé and is projected to be a Day One starter as the team looks to break a four‑year playoff drought.