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A new Duke podcast features Caleb Foster, Patrick Ngongba II and Cameron Williams, alongside coach Jon Scheyer, outlining a defensive‑first identity and a roster stacked with 6‑10 talent as the team eyes a top‑10 preseason ranking and a Nov. 2 opener against the Army Black Knights.
The alumni squad will face Boeheim's Army at 2 p.m. today, with a $2 million prize on the line.
LeBron James will earn less than $8 million over two seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers, while 292 players are projected to out‑earn him, including four former Alabama standouts.
Commissioner Micky Lawler discusses the league’s rapid growth, its top talent, and the outlook for women’s basketball.
Essie Hollis, the only Erie native to play in the NBA, shares his journey from high school stardom to European courts, a teaching career, and his current role in Florida basketball.
The one‑day tournament in Tenino featured a roster of high school standouts, college alumni and community coaches, highlighting the region’s growing basketball culture.
Purdue guard Gicarri Harris scored 20 points in a victory over the Vancouver Selects, shedding his protective mask and signaling a potential increase in playing time.
A special report examines how new transfer regulations, NIL opportunities, and shifting participation trends are reshaping Indiana’s storied basketball culture.
Veteran coaches Mark Detweiler and Matt Luce discuss the challenges facing Indiana high school basketball, from new transfer rules and name, image, and likeness opportunities to declining girls participation and the ongoing shot clock debate.
The University of Idaho men's basketball team will host a co‑ed youth camp at Sandpoint High School on July 23, featuring a clinic led by the coaching staff and a public practice session that is free to attend.
The Cheboygan Chiefs finished the 2025‑26 basketball season with an 18‑7 record, securing their first district championship since 2015 and showcasing a roster of MVP‑named starters and key contributions from bench players.
Nick Weiermiller, head coach of the Elmira Notre Dame boys basketball team, announced he will pause coaching to support his infant son Colton, who has undergone two operations for a unilateral cleft lip and palate. He plans to resume his role next season while continuing his full‑time position at the school.
The first Plymouth North Girls Basketball Camp welcomed 55 participants, separating the girls' and boys' programs to create more space and a tailored experience, while fostering ties between the high school and local youth league.
The Irish are in the final stretch of summer practice, integrating five freshmen and two transfers while star guard Hannah Hidalgo prepares for the ESPY Awards.
Coach Michael Malone has extended scholarship offers to six of the top seven 2027 prospects, including five‑star center Lewis Uvwo, while bringing in Gonzaga’s Jorge Sanz and securing a commitment from four‑star guard Brady Pettigrew.
Purdue's men's basketball team is set to face Trinity Western University in a Canada tour exhibition, with streaming on Canada West and key performances from Antione West Jr. and Gicarri Harris.
Purdue announced a $600,000 salary for associate head coach P.J. Thompson and a $2.05 million assistant payroll, while head coach Matt Painter’s total compensation reaches $5.175 million.
P.J. Thompson’s recent promotion and salary increase, along with raises for several assistants, highlight Purdue’s commitment to maintaining a competitive basketball operation.
Despite winless and slim records, Arkansas commitments Davion Thompson and Caleb Ourigou deliver standout performances at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam, signaling a promising future for the program.
Purdue’s men’s basketball team is touring Canada, with a Sunday showdown against Trinity Western University streamed on Canada West for $10.99 CAD. The Boilermakers opened the trip with a 102‑63 win over the Vancouver Selects, featuring strong performances from Antione West Jr. and Gicarri Harris.
As the 2026‑27 academic year approaches, three former Kentucky football stand‑outs are set to command Division I head‑coaching positions, outnumbering their basketball counterparts.
Justin McClelland, a lifelong UConn fan from Naugatuck, has been named director of strength and conditioning for the Huskies, bringing a blend of academic training and diverse coaching experience.
With a championship pedigree and a refreshed lineup, UConn aims to translate early momentum into a title run under Dan Hurley’s ninth year.
UConn’s 2026‑27 campaign hinges on Silas Demary Jr.’s leadership after a high‑ankle sprain, as the Huskies blend returning stars with fresh talent to chase a championship.