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The Indiana University basketball team continues its perfect run at the FISU America Games in Lima, with a dominant semifinal win over Chile and a schedule that includes a third‑place game and the championship before the players return to Bloomington.
From a state title to a triple‑overtime showcase at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam, Cayden Daughtry’s statistics and impact have positioned him as the leading high school talent heading into his senior year.
Mike Boynton Jr. has signed a two-year contract with the University of Michigan’s men’s basketball program, featuring performance‑based bonuses and academic requirements.
Kerr Kriisa, a former University of Arizona basketball star, is alleged to have defrauded nearly $2.2 million by inventing false personas and promising repayment that never materialized.
Mike Boynton Jr. will earn $3.6 million in the first year and $4 million in the second, contingent on meeting win‑total and NCAA tournament milestones, while the university’s Academic Progress Rate must stay above 960.
Federal prosecutors say former Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa used false personas to extract nearly $2.2 million from multiple victims, fabricated stories of family danger, and now faces five wire‑fraud counts while the basketball community grapples with his removal from upcoming competitions.
Brionna Jones is set to make her season debut on July 16 in Toronto after a meniscus injury, bringing a boost to the Atlanta Dream’s struggling interior defense.
From point‑guard brilliance at South Rowan to a roster spot in the Tobacco Road Basketball League at 36, Tony Propst’s journey reflects resilience, mentorship, and a return to the sport he loves.
The Lady Vols are entering a pivotal summer, with 13 transfers, two freshmen, and new assistants Bill Ferrara and Isoken Uzamere joining head coach Kim Caldwell as she prepares for her third year.
A schedule of games featuring former Alabama basketball players in the NBA Summer League, broadcast on Prime Video, ESPN and ESPN2.
In Lima, Peru, the United States men’s basketball team posted a 107‑40 victory over Chile, highlighted by standout performances from Indiana University standouts and a coach’s praise for the emerging talent ahead of a championship clash with the Virgin Islands.
After a 16‑17 record and a 14th‑place Big Ten forecast, the Huskies are banking on new transfers, healthier big men and a revamped perimeter attack to exceed low expectations.
Former UNM and New Mexico State coach Paul Weir becomes president of St. Michael’s High School, aiming to grow enrollment and secure the future of the historic Santa Fe institution.
LJ Smith, a 6‑4 guard from Lincolnton, North Carolina, has announced that he will reclassify from the high school class of 2027 to the 2026 cohort, clearing the path to join the Ohio State Buckeyes a year earlier than originally planned.
The state's No. 1 recruit will stay home to play for Creighton, bringing a blend of size, skill and family legacy to the program.
The former University of New Mexico standout and professional European player is now an assistant varsity coach for Albuquerque Academy's girls basketball team, while neighboring programs install new baseball leaders.
A special screening of the 1986 state championship game marked the 40th anniversary of Oberlin High School’s boys basketball title, bringing together alumni, the hall of fame’s inaugural class and the late coach Bob Walsh’s enduring influence.
Lucas Grimsley, a senior at Sewickley Academy, has pledged to play basketball at Kenyon College while planning a finance major. His achievement coincides with section honors for the Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team, PIAA basketball titles, and standout performances across several spring sports.
Indiana’s dominant win over Chile, featuring a youthful lineup and key performances from Prince‑Alexander Moody and Sam Alexis, sets up a highly anticipated final against the Virgin Islands.
A California lawsuit could grant Braeden Carrington a fifth year of eligibility, potentially reshaping the Badgers' backcourt for the 2026‑27 season.
Five‑star guard Davion Thompson has pledged to Arkansas, bringing elite scoring, playmaking and a proven track record at Link Academy to a program poised for a renaissance.
Davion Thompson, a highly rated guard from Chicago, announced his reclassification and commitment to the University of Arkansas, joining a recruiting haul that includes portal transfers and five-star freshmen.
Arkansas secures a versatile point guard and two portal transfers ahead of the upcoming season, reshaping its lineup with fresh talent and experienced returnees.
NBA legend Stephen Curry spent a day in Little Rock, Arkansas, supporting Moses Moody's Motivate One Foundation Summer Series, blending a food distribution, a youth basketball camp, and a summit with tangible community impact.