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Mia Gallo joins the University of North Texas women's basketball staff as director of operations, bringing extensive Division I experience from UC Davis, Rice and other programs.
The Rebels’ basketball program is set for a tough 2027 slate, with a revamped roster, early road trips and a schedule that pits them against the SEC’s elite, while football continues to dominate the conversation.
The Southeastern Conference has announced dates for Kentucky’s 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, revealing marquee non‑conference matchups and detailing a roster that blends returning veterans with high‑profile transfers.
A team‑released clip shows Alabama big man Collins Onyejiaka practicing for the first time since a heart condition sidelined him, sparking cautious optimism from Coach Nate Oats.
After a seven‑year NBA stint and a celebrated college run, Willie Cauley‑Stein is retiring from basketball to focus on golf, launch his Amor De Golf brand, and make Lexington his permanent home.
Ryan Blassingame, a 44‑year‑old basketball coach at Tolleson High School, died unexpectedly, leaving behind a grieving community, a supportive family, and a legacy of mentorship.
Indiana University’s men’s basketball team will open its preseason with an exhibition matchup against Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf, a storied program from Montreal, Quebec, on Wednesday evening. The game is set to be played at the 10,000‑seat Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana, giving fans their first glimpse of the new‑look Hoosiers under second‑year head coach Darian DeVries.
A knee injury sidelined Rienk Mast for the 2024‑25 season, but the Nebraska alumnus used the setback as a springboard, leading the Huskers to a historic Sweet 16 run and emerging as a dominant force in the NBA Summer League with the Indiana Pacers
A legendary coach whose career spanned playing, teaching, and leading top programs, Tubby Smith will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame on Oct. 22, 2026.
The Badgers have confirmed a single open scholarship for the 2026‑27 season and are scouting internationally while navigating NCAA eligibility uncertainties.
In a dramatic Rural state semifinal, Kaelynn Brown's last‑second basket not only clinched victory over Blountstown but also etched Williston's maiden state championship into Florida high school basketball lore.
The university announced the appointment of Lindsay Bronson Schultz, a coach with a strong track record at Carroll University and prior experience at several Midwestern programs, as its new women's basketball head coach.
The summer league concluded last weekend, showcasing solid performances from former Oregon Ducks players, especially Nate Bittle, whose scoring and shooting percentages hint at a realistic NBA role.
Mike Boynton Jr. steps into the role of Michigan’s head coach with a clear mandate: preserve the program’s soaring standards after a historic run that saw the Wolverines finish a franchise‑record 37‑3, capture the Big Ten title and hoist a national championship.
Stanley Davis Jr. leads the Edmonton Stingers with solid stats while Phil Carr makes his mark in The Basketball Tournament. Other Morgan State graduates are spreading across professional leagues worldwide, reinforcing the university's strong basketball tradition.
LSU's men's basketball team enters a challenging season with limited roster depth, facing powerhouse opponents and pivotal conference games that could shape its NCAA tournament fate.
Donovan Dent, a former UNM basketball player now coaching in Albuquerque, is part of a legal effort to overturn the NCAA's restrictive eligibility rule, a fight that could reshape the landscape for college athletes seeking a fifth season.
With only six players returning from last year's roster, the Wisconsin Badgers are using the summer months to build chemistry through shared meals, local outings and golf outings, ensuring they enter the new season as a unified family.
Israel’s national youth squad has posted three straight wins at the FIBA Under‑18 EuroBasket 2026 in Italy, with standout displays from David Musis and Aviv Aronov.
After Westin Wallace stepped down to pursue a teaching career in Reardan, the Waitsburg High School basketball program appointed Chris Andrews as its new head coach. Under Andrews’ leadership, the squad traveled to Ilwaco for a four‑day camp, funded by community fundraising and a generous donation from the Waitsburg Lions Club, where they tested themselves against older varsity opponents and displayed notable resilience.
Arlington County Police are investigating after gunshots were reported following a dispute at a local basketball court. No suspect has been located and no injuries were recorded.
A look at how the new NCAA eligibility framework is influencing Kentucky's pursuit of transfer wing Cade Tyson and the broader implications for the 2026‑27 season.
With the NCAA’s new ‘5‑for‑5’ rule allowing athletes a five‑year window to complete their college careers, Kentucky basketball is evaluating Cade Tyson, a small forward whose career has seesawed across Belmont, North Carolina and Minnesota. The move follows a legal battle involving Denzel Aberdeen, who is also seeking an extra year of eligibility.
During the last live evaluation window of the summer, Wisconsin’s basketball staff are traveling across the U.S. and abroad to assess top high school prospects.