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Rivers Knight Commits to Purdue, Joining Elite Recruiting Class

Rivers Knight, a 3‑star recruit from Durham, North Carolina, pledged to Purdue, adding to one of the most highly rated classes in Boilermaker history. With a deep lineup of big men, his path to playing time will depend on development and potential redshirting.

May 26, 2026

Elevating Black Women’s Voices in the SEC Boycott Debate

The NAACP and Congressional Black Caucus have urged Black athletes to boycott SEC institutions over voting‑rights issues, but the discussion must also spotlight the dominant women’s basketball programs and their leaders, from Dawn Staley to Kim Mulkey.

May 26, 2026

Rivers Knight Commits to Purdue, Faces Uphill Battle for Minutes

Rivers Knight, a 3‑star forward from Durham, North Carolina, pledged to Purdue in September. With a deep roster of experienced big men, his path to playing time will depend on development, potential redshirting, and the coaching staff's lineup decisions.

May 26, 2026

Knicks Sweep Cavaliers, Reach NBA Finals

The Knicks completed a decisive sweep of the Cavaliers, advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 and setting up a clash with the Thunder or Spurs.

May 26, 2026

Top 2027 Prospect Marcus Spears Jr. Eyes College Destination

Marcus Spears Jr., a 6‑foot‑9 power forward from Texas, is the No. 1 recruit of the 2027 class and is being heavily courted by Kentucky, LSU and Texas, with his family’s basketball pedigree adding intrigue to his upcoming decision.

May 26, 2026