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The NCAA's recent fifth‑year eligibility policy reshapes UCLA's women's basketball roster, giving key players additional seasons and altering the team's championship trajectory.
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will host a pair of high‑profile exhibition games in October 2026, pitting Syracuse against UConn in both women's and men's contests at the Mohegan Sun.
Auburn’s basketball program is entering its second season under head coach Steven Pearl, blending fresh talent with proven veterans as they look to contend.
With only two returning players, the Mountaineers are integrating transfers, a high‑school recruit and summer camaraderie to host an NCAA tournament regional.
The 2026 NBA Draft has already begun to shape the conversation around next season’s fantasy leagues, with analysts dissecting each selection and its potential impact on the court.
The first media‑open summer practice revealed a work‑in‑progress roster, notable individual performances and the coaching staff’s early assessments.
A detailed look at the recent Indiana University practice where prospects like Markus Burton and Bryce Lindsay impressed, while several players showed promising growth areas.
Mario Mengarelli, a three‑time state champion and former 1A coach of the year, resigned from his position as Zillah boys basketball coach amid an outside investigation. The Leopards finished the 2024 season undefeated at 27‑0, and Mengarelli reflected on his legacy while looking ahead to new personal pursuits.
Two Tennessee-connected basketball stars, Ja'Kobi Gillespie and Felix Okpara, were selected in the NBA draft, marking a milestone for the region and sparking celebrations across their communities.
Season tickets for the 2026‑27 UNCW men’s and women’s basketball campaigns are now available to the public, with pricing starting at $179 for men and $99 for women.
Miles Rubin is set to replace Felix Okpara as Tennessee's center, bringing a blend of size, vertical leap and a long‑standing partnership with teammate Dai Dai Ames. Coach Rick Barnes sees the new frontcourt as a chance to prove its depth and versatility.
After going undrafted, Latrell Wrightsell Jr. has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Charlotte Hornets, bringing his 13.2 points per game scoring to the NBA roster and linking up once again with former teammate Brandon Miller.
Ron Abernathy, the first African‑American coach at LSU and a mentor to generations of players, died at 75 in Jackson, Tennessee, leaving a legacy of championship teams, historic Final Four runs, and a lasting impact on the sport.
West Virginia University will host Virginia Tech in a three‑game men’s basketball series beginning December 5, 2026, with additional contests slated for Blacksburg in 2027‑28 and Charleston in 2028‑29.
The Dallas Mavericks surprised many by choosing Morez Johnson Jr. with the ninth overall pick, a move highlighted by ESPN as the draft’s most unexpected selection.
Lamar Wilkerson, a 6‑foot‑6 sharpshooter from Indiana, has signed an Exhibit‑10 contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder, positioning himself for a potential two‑way deal in the 2026‑27 season.
Indiana University’s men’s basketball team is preparing for a late‑July trip to Peru, where it will compete in the FISU America Games after an exhibition match at Assembly Hall.
Indiana's second summer practice reveals a revamped roster, highlighted by standout performances from Vaughn Karvala, Samet Yigitoglu and a dynamic backcourt under Coach Darian DeVries.
Ava Heiden, Iowa’s double‑major senior, announced she will stay with the Hawkeyes for three additional years, citing the NCAA’s new five‑year eligibility window and her desire to finish her finance and risk management degree while competing for a championship.
The Southeastern Conference announced the full slate of opponents for Oklahoma’s 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, detailing home and away games, home‑and‑home pairings, and the upcoming SEC Tournament in Nashville.
West Virginia University and Virginia Tech have announced a new three‑game men's basketball series beginning in December 2026, reviving a rivalry that dates back a century and highlighting key regional arenas.
Former Dayton Flyers guard Javon Bennett and 14 other student‑athletes have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s revised five‑year eligibility rule, arguing it unfairly limits competition and earnings.
Old Dominion University's women's basketball team has revealed its 2026‑27 recruiting class, featuring a diverse group of newcomers poised to strengthen the roster under head coach DeLisha Milton‑Jones.
The 2026 NBA Draft produced no USC selections, prompting the program to focus on the upcoming season and future draft prospects.