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After a stint at the University of Texas and Oregon, Devon Pryor is set to play for the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Recovering from injury, he emphasizes leadership and communication as the program welcomes new head coach Brandon Chambers.
Coach Bucky McMillan provided insights into the recovery of key players, an pending NCAA waiver, and the team's open scholarship spot.
The Phoenix Suns moved up in the NBA Draft to acquire the rights to Koa Peat, surrendering a future second‑rounder and additional assets. The move highlights the team's focus on local talent and adds a promising front‑court prospect.
Koa Peat’s selection 30th overall sparks a flurry of moves, linking his family legacy with a new chapter in Phoenix.
After his basketball ambitions faded, Jareb Dougherty invested in his mother's Irish pub, turning a family venture into a thriving community hub.
The 7‑foot‑3 center from Zaragoza was selected by Oklahoma City with the 12th pick, bringing a championship pedigree and defensive prowess to a contending roster.
Arkansas' Meleek Thomas, once projected as a first‑round talent, slid to the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft after Darius Acuff became the sole Razorback selected in the opening round. His statistical dominance and record‑setting three‑point shooting have kept him in the conversation for an early professional opportunity.
The SEC’s financial arms race is reshaping college basketball, with Texas A&M’s $20 million roster illustrating how revenue‑sharing, NIL deals and portal moves are redefining competition.
The Brooklyn Nets selected forward Joshua Jefferson with the 28th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a collegiate journey that saw him set numerous Big 12 records and earn consensus All‑American honors.
The 2026 NBA Draft saw the Atlantic Coast Conference cement its reputation as a talent pipeline, with three of the top six picks and a total of four first‑round selections, marking the 18th straight year the league has placed a player in the lottery.
Hannes Steinbach was selected 14th overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2026 NBA Draft, joining an elite group of German players who have shaped the league.
Selected with the top pick in the 2026 NBA draft, AJ Dybantsa joins a revamped Washington Wizards roster that includes Trae Young and Anthony Davis, as the team seeks to reconnect with its storied past and passionate fan base.
Derrick White, a key guard for the Boston Celtics, will serve as President of Basketball Strategy for the Colorado men's basketball team, balancing his NBA commitments with a new leadership position that underscores a broader shift toward former players shaping college basketball.
Caleb Ourigou, a physical rebounder from Queens, visited BYU this week, considering a 2026 reclassification, while the Cougars pitch immediate playing time and NBA development under coach Kevin Young.
Labaron Philon Jr. was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers with the 22nd pick in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, highlighting a breakthrough year for Alabama basketball.
Selected 26th overall, Reed Jr. moves from the Denver Nuggets to the San Antonio Spurs, aiming to make an immediate impact in the NBA.
Season tickets for the 2026‑27 Charlotte Men’s Basketball season are now on sale, with prices starting at $99, featuring a roster reshaped by new head coach Wes Miller.
Dailyn Swain’s journey from Xavier to the Chicago Bulls’ first‑round pick highlights a breakout season that propelled him into the NBA spotlight.
A Chicago-based wheelchair basketball team composed largely of gunshot survivors uses adaptive sports to rebuild lives, mentor newcomers, and inspire a city.
Freshman guard Keaton Wagler’s selection fifth overall by the Los Angeles Clippers highlights a breakout season that culminated in a Final Four run, historic awards and a surge in Illinois basketball’s national draft ranking.
After a injury‑plagued college career, Jayden Quaintance was chosen 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs, marking a milestone for both the player and his coach.
Tennessee standout Nate Ament was selected 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft while wearing a Miami Heat cap, only to be traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a deal sparked by Giannis Antetokounmpo's move to Miami.
Labaron Philon's ascent from a 45% shooter to a 50% field‑goal performer culminated in a 22nd‑overall pick, marking Alabama's first first‑round selection since 2023.
Jayden Quaintance was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs, bringing a strong defensive profile and a gold‑medal pedigree to a team that reached the NBA Finals last season.