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The 20th annual Shoot the Lights Out basketball camp will run from July 13 to 17 at Avoca Central School, offering free lunches, intensive shooting drills and a chance for boys and girls from fourth through twelfth grade to learn from Hall of Fame Coach Bill Hopkins.
ESPN’s Way‑Too‑Early Top 25 places Tennessee at No. 6, but a packed schedule of ranked foes — from Florida’s returning star Boogie Fland to Iowa State’s reshaped roster — tests the Vols’ depth.
After Johnny Jones departed for LSU, Texas Southern University has turned to DHR Global to find a permanent head coach, with interim leader Shyrone Chatman overseeing the team and recent signings.
During a recent practice at Madison Square Garden, Knicks head coach Mike Brown met actor Ben Stiller and rapper Fat Joe, sparking light‑hearted banter about sneakers and revealing the city’s renewed unity ahead of the NBA Finals.
Petra Toman, a 6‑foot‑2 Hungarian guard, has signed with the University of Washington, joining a roster that returns key starters and several transfers as the program eyes a deep tournament run.
A look at how Kaila Charles’ refined shooting and shifting roster strategies are shaping the WNBA’s competitive landscape.
A deep 2026 draft class is emerging, highlighted by Iowa State forward Joshua Jefferson’s rise toward a potential Celtics selection, while teammate Milan Momiclovic opts to return to school and transfer to Kentucky.
The University of Kentucky has finalized its men’s basketball roster for the 2026‑27 season and announced each player’s jersey number, linking current athletes to past legends and hinting at a possible final addition.
Former University of Tennessee star Dalton Knecht, now with the Los Angeles Lakers, will host a week‑long basketball camp for children in grades four through eight at the University of Tennessee’s Pratt Pavilion on June 13.
A surprise gathering of celebrity fans turned a routine Knicks practice into a memorable encounter, highlighting the team's deep roots in New York culture.
Ryan Hampton, a highly skilled guard, has pledged to join the Kentucky Wildcats for the 2027‑28 campaign, with his brother RJ confirming the decision and Mark Pope celebrating the addition of the highest‑ranked recruit.
Victor Wembanyama’s scoring surge and the Spurs’ collective belief keep hope alive after two losses to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.
Mikaylah Williams' clutch two‑point shot with 31 seconds left secured a 21‑20 win over Australia, completing the USA’s unbeaten tournament.
Team USA edged Australia 21‑20 in a dramatic final in Poland, with LSU stars Mikaylah Williams and MiLaysia Fulwiley leading the charge. The victory marks the fourth U.S. title since 2012 and extends a winning streak that began in May.
The Illini are poised for a resurgence, leveraging returning talent and a high‑profile recruiting push to fill critical guard positions.
The Knicks hold a 2‑0 edge over the Spurs, with Game 3 set to feature President Donald Trump, sky‑high ticket prices and a 13‑game winning streak.
Ryan Hampton, a top‑ranked 2027 prospect, announced his commitment to the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, choosing the Wildcats over Auburn, North Carolina State, Nebraska, LSU and others. His decision underscores a pivotal recruiting win for Coach Mark Pope.
A look at the five highest-drafted Alabama basketball players in NBA history, their draft positions, careers, and lasting contributions.
A look at the draft histories, careers and statistical legacies of five former Alabama players who made their mark in the NBA.
UCLA women's basketball secures Slovenian freshman Lina Jerkovic for the 2026-27 season, marking a strategic shift in recruiting as the program navigates a post‑championship rebuild.
Florida Polytechnic University announced the appointment of Dennis Hopson, a former NBA forward and Ohio State legend, as its inaugural men’s basketball coach, marking the school’s entry into collegiate athletics slated for the fall of 2026.
South Carolina’s Joyce Edwards clinches her fourth gold medal at the 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup, while freshman Kelsi Andrews readies for the U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.
Joyce Edwards and Team USA completed a perfect tournament at the 2026 FIBA 3X3 World Cup, defeating Australia in a last‑second finish to claim gold and cement Edwards' place as the first Gamecock to medal at the 3X3 World Cup.
In a move that underscores the franchise's confidence in home‑grown talent, former NBA point guard Jameer Nelson is set to lead the Sixers' basketball operations as executive vice president.