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After a multi‑year journey through Texas basketball, Chendall Weaver signs with the University of Houston, bringing a blend of scoring, rebounding and academic excellence to the program.
Mike Sharavjamts, a former South Carolina forward known as ‘Mongolian Mike,’ is among 17 players suing for a fifth year of college eligibility, while Coach Lamont Paris confirms the team will field a complete roster next season.
The Bulldogs’ resurgence is driven by high‑impact transfers, a challenging schedule and a core group poised to contend for a national title.
North Carolina will host USC on Oct. 9 and travel to Indianapolis on Oct. 18 as part of a preseason schedule that blends fresh talent with experienced transfers under Coach Eric Musselman.
UConn will host Tennessee on Dec. 12 in a game that renews a decades‑long series and promises another high‑profile non‑conference clash.
Don Nelson, a five‑time NBA champion and Hall of Famer, passed away at 86. His playing heroics, coaching innovations, and the ‘We Believe’ era with the Golden State Warriors left an indelible mark on the sport.
A historic non-conference game between UConn and Tennessee is scheduled for December 12, 2024, reviving a rivalry that dates back to 1995 and reshaping the early-season college basketball landscape.
The University of the Pacific announced its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, featuring a home opener against Simpson, a Thanksgiving Tournament in San Marcos, Texas, and a series of road games against Washington, Cal Baptist, Cal State Fullerton, Sacramento State, and others, culminating in a December rematch with Texas A&M–Corpus Christi.
Arkansas will open its preseason with a home matchup against Memphis on Oct. 28, followed by games against Gonzaga, neutral‑site contests in New York, Detroit and Phoenix, and a marquee ACC‑SEC Challenge against North Carolina.
The University of North Carolina is set to reshape its lineup for the 2026‑27 season, anchored by versatile guard Neoklis Avdalas, whose potential NBA future adds excitement to a roster bolstered by several high‑profile transfers.
Matt Able's move from Raleigh to Chapel Hill marks the first player transfer between the two schools since World War II, bringing elite shooting and defensive skills to UNC.
The Australian women’s basketball team has announced a 12‑player roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup, retaining most of the Asia Cup‑winning lineup while swapping captain Cayla George for versatile forward Isabelle Bourne. Coach Sandy Brondello emphasizes defensive strength, adaptability and chemistry as the squad blends experience with youthful energy under the leadership of captain Sami Whitcomb.
Father Joseph Chancler, who served as spiritual mentor to Saint Francis basketball for over two decades, died unexpectedly in August 2026. His legacy lives on through the players, coaches, and alumni he guided.
The University of Connecticut will host Tennessee on December 12 in the first game of a new two‑season series, marking the earliest meeting in a rivalry that spans three decades. The matchup arrives amid coaching concerns over scheduling and a sweeping roster transition for Tennessee.
Paige Bueckers unveiled a newly refurbished basketball court at Blackstone Park, honoring her early years in St. Louis Park and inspiring the next generation of local players.
Eight‑year NBA veteran Jason Thompson, a South Jersey native, is hosting the 2026 JT Elite Basketball Camp at the RiverWinds Community Center, offering intensive training and mentorship for competitive youth players.
The University of Connecticut’s women’s basketball program is set to restart its storied rivalry with the Tennessee Volunteers, beginning with a home‑and‑home series that opens on December 12, 2024. It will be the earliest meeting between the two schools in the history of the matchup, and the Huskies enter the series with an 18‑10 edge in all‑time meetings.
The Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame will honor the 2001‑02 Maryland men's basketball team, the only NCAA champions in school history, alongside five other sports legends in a ceremony at Nationals Park on August 30, 2026.
Former professional basketball player Paige Bueckers visited St. Louis Park, Minnesota, on Monday to unveil a refurbished basketball court at Blackstone Park, delighting local children and highlighting her ongoing community engagement.
Florida A&M’s men’s basketball team will travel to Washington, D.C., for the Toyota Chris Paul HBCU Classic, where coach Charlie Ward will guide the Rattlers against Hampton and Tennessee State in a tournament that highlights the growing platform for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
The University of Tennessee Lady Vols have announced a challenging nonconference slate for 2026‑27, featuring nine home games, four road trips, a neutral‑site showdown and contests against four NCAA tournament teams, including powerhouses UCLA, UConn and Virginia Tech.
The University of Arizona women's basketball team has announced its full 2026‑27 nonconference slate, featuring nine home contests, a Las Vegas showdown with Stanford, and a slate of opponents ranging from UCLA to NAU.
Brad Calipari has signed a three-year agreement with the University of Arkansas that includes a $250,000 base salary, performance bonuses, and a restrictive non-compete clause.
Brad Calipari’s new three‑year contract with the Arkansas Razorbacks guarantees a rising salary, tournament incentives and a restrictive clause that ties his next move to the SEC, underscoring a pivotal moment for the program.