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The Jayhawks will face Pittsburg State, Louisville and Duke in a three‑game home preseason before the regular season, a schedule designed to boost attendance and test new talent.
Texas Longhorns are poised to make a splash in the upcoming 2026‑27 season, with coach Sean Miller shaping a roster that could crack the top ten.
McDaniel College has appointed T.J. Jordan as its new men's basketball head coach, bringing a proven record of success and a deep Maryland basketball pedigree to the program after the passing of longtime coach Kevin Curley.
St. John’s announced that Steve Masiello will serve as both associate head coach and general manager, a move that follows Matt Abdelmassih’s departure and builds on Masiello’s extensive Division I pedigree.
Southern Illinois University’s men’s basketball team will travel to the Virgin Islands next November to take part in the Paradise Jam, where they will face UT Martin in the opening round and compete alongside seven other national programs.
The University at Albany will host Siena College on December 12, 2024, renewing a series that has seesawed over the past decade and is part of a four‑year agreement to alternate home venues.
The university revealed a slate of home games that marks the first meeting with Jackson State since 2020 and adds two new non‑conference opponents for the upcoming season.
Despite an average age of just 24.1, the Washington Mystics have vaulted into playoff contention thanks to a defense that ranks among the league’s best, even as their offense sputters.
Marquette’s men’s basketball team opened its summer tour in Vancouver with a dominant 102‑49 win over the Calgary Dinos, showcasing a high‑efficiency offense and a roster that will travel to Whistler for additional exhibition games.
A look at the standout performances of Jamier Montgomery and Brady Pettigrew, the rising prospects reshaping the recruiting landscape, and the growing trend of Illinois players heading to prep schools.
The league released a full slate of men's and women's games, featuring 14 home‑and‑home matchups, key opening nights and a March championship weekend in Sioux Falls.
The Mavericks will play 11 home games at Taylor Center, face a slate of non‑conference opponents, and chase a run to the NCAA Elite Eight in Pittsburgh.
North Dakota State's women's basketball team will contest fourteen games between January 7 and February 26, highlighted by seven home contests at Scheels Center and a road trip that includes a stop in St. Thomas before a showdown with North Dakota. The season culminates with the Summit League Tournament in Sioux Falls.
The new schedule features 14 games across January and February, highlighted by home matchups and a March championship in Sioux Falls.
Veteran Augusta coach Dip Metress celebrated his 600th career win in February, a milestone that highlights his enduring impact on the program as he heads into his 23rd season.
The University of South Dakota has released its full 2026‑27 Summit League men’s basketball schedule, outlining a season that begins with two road games and culminates with a series of home contests.
The Tar Heels will open the season abroad against Oklahoma in Paris, host South Carolina in Charlotte, and navigate a demanding slate that includes the WBCA Challenge in Orlando and the SEC/ACC Challenge at home.
The Horned Frogs will meet the University of Ottawa Gee‑Gees in a pair of exhibition matches in San Jose, Costa Rica, featuring a mix of seasoned starters and fresh prospects, while fans can follow the action through social channels and in‑person attendance.
A Kern County court handed down a four‑year prison sentence to former California State University, Bakersfield assistant basketball coach Kevin Mays, who was convicted of pimping, child pornography and related offenses.
Danielle Bell, a seasoned assistant coach with extensive experience at Old Dominion, Gardner‑Webb, Norfolk State, Richmond, Auburn and Georgia, has joined Campbell University's women's basketball program, bringing a track record of winning seasons, WNIT appearances and academic excellence.
Middle Tennessee State University’s men’s basketball program will compete in the 2026 Paradise Jam from Nov. 20‑23, facing Temple in its first-ever meeting and debuting under coach Nick McDevitt.
The Kansas City Sports Commission announced that Jaliya Davis, a standout freshman forward for the University of Kansas, will receive the 2026 Children's Mercy Sportswoman of the Year award at the upcoming Kansas City Sports Awards.
The National Association of Basketball Coaches announced its 2025‑26 Team Academic Excellence Awards and NABC Honors Court, highlighting Clarkson University’s men’s basketball program and five of its student‑athletes for outstanding academic performance.
The state's once‑busy recruiting circuit is shrinking, driven by transfer portal uncertainty, a five‑year eligibility rule, and a dwindling pool of Division I prospects.