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The National Association of Basketball Coaches recognized the Warriors' exemplary academic performance with a Team Academic Excellence Award and honored two players on the NABC Honors Court.
Trevin Jirak’s versatile play and Cooper Koch’s emerging impact highlight Iowa’s promising frontcourt during a July 15 workout.
During a July 15 practice, Iowa’s frontcourt prospects showcased versatile skills, drawing praise from Coach Ben McCollum and signaling a stronger rotation for the upcoming season.
The Horned Frogs earn the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award and see three players named to the Honors Court, highlighting a culture that values scholarship alongside sport.
In a summer league showdown, the Chicago Bulls defeated the Washington Wizards 99-87, with former Tar Heel teammates showcasing their skills and camaraderie.
A summer league victory for the Chicago Bulls over the Washington Wizards featured former UNC teammates Caleb Wilson and Seth Trimble, who delivered solid performances and a memorable defensive play.
Delvon Roe, a former Michigan State basketball standout, has been appointed head coach at South Pasadena High School, bringing a blend of championship pedigree and artistic experience to the program.
The Purdue men's basketball program celebrates a blend of scholarly distinction and on‑court triumphs, highlighted by a Team Academic Excellence Award and a standout recruiting class centered on education.
Rita Nazario helped Portugal's U20 women win the EuroBasket Division B tournament in Samokov, Bulgaria, finishing undefeated and highlighting her emerging talent.
St. Cloud State University's men's basketball team has been recognized with the 2025‑26 NABC Team Academic Excellence Award, while three of its players have been named to the NABC Honors Court for maintaining high cumulative GPAs.
The Saint John's University men's basketball program continues its academic streak, capturing its 14th consecutive NABC Team Academic Excellence Award while three players receive Honors Court recognition.
The Seminoles will meet the Auburn Tigers in Birmingham on Oct. 14, marking their second straight appearance in the Nike‑ and Hibbett‑sponsored Ballin in Boutwell showcase.
On July 15, 2026, the University of Iowa men’s basketball team held an open scrimmage at Carver‑Hawkeye Arena, featuring Coach Ben McCollum, transfer Andrew McKeever, and a group of returning players, while outlining the upcoming non‑conference schedule.
The Hoosiers open their summer slate against Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf before heading to Peru for the FISU America Games, showcasing a revamped roster and several breakout candidates.
Nineteen Summit League men's basketball players were recognized for maintaining a 3.2 GPA or higher, with South Dakota State and Omaha topping the list of honorees.
The Yellowjackets’ latest academic accolades reflect a decade‑long commitment to scholarly performance, with the team earning the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award and six players named to the Honors Court.
Gary Gold argues that basketball players possess the transition, footwork and spatial awareness needed for rugby, suggesting a strategic shift to broaden the talent pool ahead of home World Cups in 2031 and 2033.
The Commodores took part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to support former Tennessee Titans player Chris Johnson, who announced his ALS diagnosis earlier this year.
Four former Iowa players delivered strong performances in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, with Hausen leading the Grizzlies to a decisive win and the Thunder's young core showing promising signs.
Four former Iowa basketball players impressed in recent NBA Summer League games, with Brendan Hausen delivering a standout performance for the Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder teammates posting strong stats in a narrow loss.
Game times and tickets for the Players Era 16 at Las Vegas' T-Mobile Arena, Nov. 24-28, were announced, with pre‑sale on July 16 and public on‑sale on July 17.
The Cardinals will face the Jayhawks on Oct. 21 in a highly anticipated exhibition, marking their first visit to Lawrence since 1986 and reigniting a series that last saw a 90‑82 Kansas victory.
The Golden Flashes were honored for their scholarship standards, with Brenden Moss and Rob Whaley Jr. joining the NABC Honors Court for the 2025-2026 season.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham's men's basketball team has been recognized with the 2025‑26 NABC Team Academic Excellence Award, reflecting a 3.3 cumulative GPA and the program's emphasis on academic excellence.