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The Longwood Lancers men's basketball team will travel to Italy for donor‑funded exhibition games in Florence, Milan and Rome, blending sport with cultural immersion and highlighting a diverse international roster.
A scheduled showdown between Michigan and Duke at Madison Square Garden was scrapped due to Big Ten media‑rights complications, leaving Duke to meet Texas Tech in the same venue and putting new coach Mike Boynton Jr. under a performance‑driven contract.
A look at how Chicago’s historic ties, youth programs, and diaspora connections have helped define Lithuania’s basketball identity and produce stars like Matas Buzelis.
Boeheim's Army edged Hall In 81‑76 in Syracuse, with multiple players in double figures, and now faces La Familia in Lexington on Sunday.
The Dallas Wings posted a 7‑1 record in July, with a six‑game winning streak powered by a bench that outscored opponents and key starters stepping up in minutes.
Coach Mark Pope expresses confidence in Kentucky's point guard depth for the upcoming season, citing the resilience of players like Zoom Diallo, Alex Wilkins, and Mason Williams after a series of injuries.
Texas is set to face Baylor at the Frost Bank Center, while also scheduling exhibition games against a slate of opponents including Arizona State, SMU and St. John’s.
The Sycamores and Bulldogs will meet on Oct. 18 in Indianapolis, marking Graves' first visit to Hinkle Fieldhouse as an opposing head coach after a medical hiatus
Ashley Davis, a seasoned assistant coach with a track record of NCAA Tournament success, has accepted a role on the North Dakota State women's basketball coaching staff, aiming to help the program sustain its championship culture.
Duke’s early‑season basketball schedule was reshaped after the university dropped a planned game against Michigan, replacing it with a December 21 contest against Texas Tech at Madison Square Garden, a change driven by disputes over Amazon Prime Video’s broadcast rights.
A recent practice in Winston‑Salem showcased Kevair Kennedy’s rebounding dominance, sharp shooting, and inventive playmaking, suggesting he could become Wake Forest’s next reliable point guard.
After a season lost to ankle problems, former NBA guard Denzel Valentine has agreed to a new contract with Apu Udine, bringing his experienced presence to a club aiming to cement its place in Italy's top basketball league.
The St. Joseph Sports Commission announced the 2027 Winter High School Basketball Showcase, featuring eight games on January 2 at Civic Arena. Six teams that reached the 2026 Final Four will headline the event, with ticket sales to be released in late fall.
Duke’s scheduled game against Michigan at loanDepot Park was scrapped due to a media‑rights dispute, prompting a replacement matchup with Texas Tech that will be broadcast on Prime Video.
Veronica Sheffey, a Woodinville native and former Texas Christian University star, has been appointed graduate assistant coach for the SIUE women's basketball program for the 2026‑27 season, bringing Elite Eight experience and Mountain West MVP pedigree to the Cougars.
J’Dyn Lloyd, a three‑star guard from Belleville, Illinois, has pledged to Missouri State, becoming the first 2027 commitment for head coach Cunozo Martin.
The 2026 NBA Summer League concluded with the Golden State Warriors capturing the championship, while former Kansas players Darryn Peterson, Tre White, Melvin Council Jr., and KJ Adams made notable impressions in their professional debuts.
A look at how recent Gators alumni contributed to championship efforts and individual accolades during the 2026 NBA Summer League.
The showcase celebrates the lives of Stef'An Strawder and Sean Archilles while providing a platform for youth athletes to be seen by college recruiters.
Syracuse University’s men’s basketball program stands among the most decorated in Division I history, boasting a national championship, six Final Four appearances and a place in the top ten for all‑time wins. The move to the Atlantic Coast Conference in 2013‑14 reshaped the Orange’s schedule, scattering traditional rivalries across a broader geographic footprint and making it harder for fans to pinpoint marquee matchups. Nevertheless, the program continues to weave new storylines into its calendar, with reports that the Orange will face St. John’s at Madison Square Garden next season and that an exhibition game against UConn is slated for the 2026‑27 campaign. The slate also includes rematches against longtime foes such as Villanova, Butler and Georgetown, while non‑conference opponents like Ohio State, Kansas, Richmond, Dayton and Vermont add further intrigue. Syracuse holds a 53‑45 edge over Georgetown, a series that dates back decades, while Butler’s 2009‑10 Sweet 16 upset of the Orange remains a flashpoint for fans who remember the underdog’s rise. The matchup with Villanova, a program that captured national titles in 2016 and 2018 under Jay Wright, adds another layer of competitive history. UConn’s recent surge, highlighted by championship crowns in 2023 and 2024, underscores the shifting balance of power in the region, yet the Orange’s all‑time series trails against Ohio State, Kansas and Dayton, a fact that fuels ongoing debates about legacy and future prospects. For supporters, the mix of historic contests and emerging dates offers a narrative that bridges past glory with the uncertainties of a new conference era, keeping the conversation alive both on campus and in the stands.
The Golden State Warriors won the 2026 NBA Summer League championship, and four former Kansas Jayhawks made their professional debuts, each delivering distinct performances.
Duke University has released its latest roster, highlighting gains and losses in weight and shifts in listed heights that place the team among the nation’s tallest.
Brown University announced the hiring of Eric Reveno, a Stanford alumnus with extensive coaching experience at Stanford, Portland, Georgia Tech and Oregon State, to lead its men's basketball program toward championship contention while emphasizing academic excellence.
Jordan Gainey has signed a professional contract with KK Cedevita Olimpija, bringing his scoring and playmaking to the reigning Slovenian champions after a standout season at Tennessee.