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Gonzaga University reveals its upcoming non‑conference basketball schedules, highlighting neutral‑site games in Seattle, a trip to Arkansas and exhibitions in Hawaii for the 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons.
Mark Mitchell, a former Missouri basketball standout, has secured a legal injunction that could let him return for a fifth season with the Tigers, navigating SEC transfer penalties and roster openings.
UNM’s basketball program lines up a high‑profile exhibition series, featuring a $50,000 contract with Arizona State and the return of key transfer forwards.
A 35‑year‑old from Idaho faces federal wire‑fraud charges after a scheme that blended fake athletic credentials, romance and investment promises to swindle at least 26 women out of $1.3 million.
Hadleigh Dill, a North Carolina native and former standout player, has accepted a coaching role at Morehead State University for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a blend of playing experience, academic accolades, and a deep connection to head coach Jackie Alexander.
Legendary coach Bob Huggins has placed his Morgantown home on the market for $2.195 million, sparking reflections on his indelible impact on West Virginia basketball and the community that still awaits formal recognition.
Marquette announced the signing of Amina Traore, a 6‑foot‑2 center from Paris, on the first day of fall classes. Her professional background, international experience, and senior eligibility add depth to a roster reshaped by recent departures, while Coach Cara Conseugra sees her as a key piece in the team’s push to return to NCAA tournament contention.
In front of a packed Vidéotron Centre, Canada rallied from early deficits to defeat Argentina 97-92, with Lu Dort and Nickeil Alexander-Walker leading the charge. The win extends Canada’s unbeaten streak and highlights their quest for a 2027 World Cup berth.
A viral video shows the arrest of former UTC basketball player Tedrick Washington Jr. during a police chase in Blytheville, Arkansas, sparking debate over officer conduct and community response.
Brigham Young University announced the hiring of Patrick Mutombo, a former NBA champion and longtime assistant coach, to bolster its basketball program with professional experience and international insight.
The Illini’s historic top-five preseason ranking has set lofty goals, but coach Brad Underwood warns that managing hype and improving late-game execution will be key to turning promise into a Final Four run.
The inaugural Caesars Lake Tahoe Classic will feature four marquee matchups among eight Division I teams on November 8, 2026 at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, offering premium tickets and highlighting returning stars and an international women's roster.
A 14‑game nonconference slate, anchored by ten home contests at Desert Financial Arena, will pit the Sun Devils against SEC powerhouses LSU, South Carolina and Oklahoma, while also featuring neutral‑site battles and a season‑opening showdown with East Tennessee State.
Boston College appoints Luke Murray as head coach, assembling a staff steeped in UConn’s basketball philosophy, including Jared Terrell, Chris Mastrangelo, Andre Berry and Jared Jordan.
The upcoming FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin will feature six athletes from the Portland Fire, joining a field of 51 WNBA players from 16 countries.
CBS Sports' preseason poll places Michigan State basketball at No. 7, highlighting a strong returning core and a promising recruiting class.
Elon University has selected Hanif Abdurraqib’s memoir *There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension* for its 2024 Common Reading, linking the book’s themes of personal and regional identity to campus athletics and student life.
Wake Forest will kick off the 2026 Battle 4 Atlantis tournament on Nov. 25 against Mississippi State, a rematch of a 1997 victory, and will later face either Memphis or Penn State in a high‑stakes early‑season series.
The inaugural Caesars Lake Tahoe Classic will bring together top college basketball programs for a day of competition at Lake Tahoe's new Tahoe Blue Event Center, featuring premium seating and ticket options through Ticketmaster and The Avari Box Office.
Texas Tech University’s men’s basketball team is set to host USC in Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena as part of the US LBM coast‑to‑coast challenge, a matchup that reunites former Arkansas coach Eric Musselman with Red Raiders coach Grant McCasland.
Oregon State unveiled its 2026‑27 non‑conference women’s basketball schedule, highlighting home openers, marquee matchups and a New Year’s Day showdown.
After stints with the Toronto Raptors, Memphis Grizzlies and USA Basketball, Patrick Mutombo is set to bolster BYU’s men’s basketball program with his extensive NBA and global coaching experience.
Kentucky’s coaching staff is intensifying its pursuit of top 2027 recruit Nasir Anderson, a 6‑3 point guard from Georgia, as he prepares for an official visit to Lexington on Oct. 5.
Patrick Mutombo, a championship‑winning NBA assistant, joins BYU’s men’s basketball staff, replacing Will Voigt and bringing a decade of NBA experience to the program.