Jack “Goose” Givens Praises Kentucky Basketball’s Summer Progress
Veteran observer Jack "Goose" Givens highlights the squad's camaraderie, emerging leaders and the promising trajectory ahead of the new season.
Jul 23, 2026
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BIG3 Returns to Detroit for High-Stakes Doubleheader at Little Caesars Arena
The BIG3’s Week 6 doubleheader in Detroit showcases NBA veterans, rising stars, and live streaming, with an open practice scheduled for July 22.
Jul 23, 2026
Wichita to Host 2027 National Wheelchair Basketball Championships and Related Adaptive Sports Events
Wichita, Kansas, will host the 2027 National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Championships at Newman University, alongside the 2027 National Beep Baseball Association World Series and NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship Opening Round in 2027 and 2028.
Jul 23, 2026
Cayden Daughtry’s Ascent and UConn’s Pursuit
Cayden Daughtry’s dominant showing at the Peach Jam has elevated him to the No. 1 spot, prompting UConn to extend a scholarship and align its winning‑culture recruiting strategy with a coach’s vision, while navigating a crowded backcourt and a broader shift driven by NIL and the transfer portal.
Jul 23, 2026
Gonzaga assistant coach Jorge Sanz exits, creating a void in recruiting and analytics
After eight years at Florida Atlantic and five as an assistant at Gonzaga, Jorge Sanz announced his departure on social media, leaving the program with a key hole to fill before the 2026‑27 season.
Jul 23, 2026
Indiana Basketball Heads into FISU America Games Elimination Round
Indiana’s men’s basketball team, competing in the FISU America Games, has already defeated host nation Peru and now prepares for a decisive match against the U.S. Virgin Islands as the elimination round kicks off.
Jul 23, 2026
Hoosiers Open FISU America Games with 115‑36 Win in Lima
The Indiana Hoosiers opened their FISU America Games campaign with a 115‑36 victory over Peru, streamed live on YouTube, and now prepare for a clash with the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Jul 23, 2026
Cayden Daughtry Climbs to No. 1 Recruit as UConn Eyes Commitment
Cayden Daughtry's dominant performance at the Peach Jam has lifted him to the top of the 2026 recruiting class, prompting a scholarship offer from UConn and sparking a strategic recruitment battle.
Jul 23, 2026
Preserving the Cinderella Spirit: Why Raising the Athlete Pay Cap Threatens College Basketball
Presidents Eric F. Spina and Roger J. Thompson argue that the House v. NCAA settlement’s payment cap is essential to maintaining competitive balance and preserving the sport’s unique storytelling.
Jul 23, 2026
Alabama Basketball’s 2025‑26 Season: Five Defining Victories
From a stunning win at Madison Square Garden to a double‑overtime thriller at Coleman Coliseum, the Tide’s season offered a series of breakthrough moments that reshaped its identity.
Jul 23, 2026
Purdue Basketball Heads North for a Canadian Summer Tour
Purdue's men's basketball squad embarks on a four‑game Canadian tour in late July, offering a first look at new frontcourt talent and providing ticket and streaming details for fans.
Jul 23, 2026
Alvaro Folgueiras Joins Louisville, Bringing ‘El Pulpo’ Versatility to New Era
Alvaro Folgueiras, known as ‘El Pulpo’ for his octopus‑like versatility, is set to debut for Louisville in the 2026‑27 season after a standout college career at Iowa that included an Elite Eight run. His blend of size, defensive skill and passing could become a key X‑factor for the Cardinals.
Jul 23, 2026
Dawn Staley Announces PowHER Player Classic, an HBCU Women’s Basketball Tournament with NIL Marketplace
Coach Dawn Staley is set to launch the PowHER Player Classic, a tournament that will feature South Carolina and at least three HBCU programs, offering players a unique marketplace for name, image and likeness deals.
Jul 23, 2026
Hoosiers Aim to Rise in Offensive Rebounding with New Frontcourt Size
Indiana University’s basketball program is targeting a dramatic improvement in offensive rebounding, leveraging its tallest power‑forward/center duo in history.
Jul 23, 2026
Billy Preston’s TBT Resurgence: From NCAA Scandal to Clutch Hero
Billy Preston’s surprise appearance in The Basketball Tournament delivers a clutch performance, highlighting his untapped potential and gratitude.
Jul 23, 2026
Veronica Sheffey Joins SIUE Women’s Basketball Staff as Graduate Assistant Coach
Veronica Sheffey, a former San Diego State standout, is set to join SIUE women's basketball as a graduate assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season, bringing NCAA Tournament experience and a family legacy of athletics.
Jul 23, 2026
Arkansas Basketball Poised for Breakout 2026‑27 Season
A talented but inexperienced roster, led by Coach John Calipari, looks to challenge the SEC elite and possibly make a Final Four run.
Jul 23, 2026
Texas A&M Announces 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Slate
The Aggies will open the season at home against Alabama State before facing Oklahoma State, Stanford, TCU, Marquette, Xavier and Florida State across a demanding non‑conference slate.
Jul 23, 2026
Duke Basketball Anticipates a Versatile Roster Under Coach Jon Scheyer
Fans and analysts are dissecting how Coach Jon Scheyer will balance backcourt minutes and explore new roles for key players, including the versatile Dame Sarr.
Jul 23, 2026
Veteran Coach Doug McBee Dies in Tractor Accident on Family Farm
Doug McBee, a 73‑year‑old coach and educator at Grainger High School, died in a tractor accident on his farm. His son Skylar McBee, a former University of Tennessee player, carries forward the family's basketball tradition.
Jul 23, 2026
Archie Goodwin’s Heroics Lead Kentucky Wildcats to Victory Over The Ville
Archie Goodwin returned from a fan‑driven absence to deliver 22 points and the game‑ending basket, guiding the Wildcats past The Ville and into a Sunday showdown in Lexington.
Jul 23, 2026
BYU Basketball Reinforces Frontcourt Ahead of Big 12 Push
BYU adds Jakob Urbaniak and eyes Jaxon Kohler as it seeks to strengthen its frontcourt and contend in the Big 12.
Jul 23, 2026
AJ Dybantsa and Olivia Miles Crowned 2025‑26 Big 12 Athletes of the Year
The Big 12 announced its 2025‑26 Athlete of the Year awards, naming BYU’s AJ Dybantsa and TCU’s Olivia Miles as the conference’s top male and female athletes, a first for basketball players.
Jul 23, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats Chase Elusive SEC Crown Amid Growing Competition
Kentucky Wildcats have not secured the SEC regular‑season title since 2020, and with increased parity in the conference, the program is focused on reclaiming its former supremacy.
Jul 23, 2026