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The Tar Heels are preparing for the 2026‑27 college basketball season with new head coach Michael Malone, a revamped roster, and player Malloy Smith’s optimism about team chemistry.
LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers over the Miami Heat, backed by a lucrative offer from the Heat and a star‑studded roster in Philly, has reignited championship talk.
Illinois coach Brad Underwood has broken a decades‑long drought by landing two five‑star prospects, sparking optimism that the program will attract top talent and compete at a higher level both on and off the court.
Top recruit Dylan Betts, a 7-foot-3 center from Englewood, Colorado, is set to visit Michigan in September, joining a slate of high-profile campus trips that highlight his surging profile.
The Fighting Illini have landed two highly touted prospects, Mason Martin and Quinton Kitt, who are expected to bolster the program’s offense for the Class of 2027.
A look at the rise and fall of Chris Washburn, the 1986 third‑overall draft pick whose career was derailed by drug addiction.
A look at how Dani Carnegie's experience and leadership are shaping the Hawkeyes' fresh four‑out‑one‑in scheme.
Top recruit Nation Williams, a 6‑foot‑2 forward from Las Vegas, has trimmed her list to five schools after a standout summer that included a FIBA U17 Women’s World Cup title with USA Basketball.
The Illini have landed two early pledges in the Class of 2027, adding sharpshooter Mason Martin and versatile scorer Quinton Kitt to a recruiting haul that promises to reshape the program’s future.
Week 4 of the Moneyball Pro-Am showcased explosive scoring from Michigan State prospects, highlighting Medlock Jr.'s 48-point outburst, Watkins' rapid rise and Carr's emerging three‑point threat.
After activating an NBA exit clause, Mario Hezonja left Real Madrid for the Cleveland Cavaliers, a transition shaped by LeBron James' decision and a cryptic tweet from his agent.
Top 2028 prospect Dylan Betts will tour Ann Arbor this September, joining a list of official visits that underscore his status as one of the nation’s most coveted big men.
Five-star forward Nation Williams, a 6-foot-2 standout from Las Vegas, has trimmed her list to five programs after an official visit to Iowa and a standout performance at Senior Day. Her recent FIBA U17 World Cup championship adds international acclaim to a recruitment profile that draws top rankings from 247Sports, ESPN and Rivals.
The 1964 Western Conference Finals showcased a clash of Hall of Famers whose athleticism and skill left a lasting imprint on basketball history, while their lives continue to shape the league’s narrative today
A summer initiative led by Marquis Sykes and Sierra Hardin introduced kids to the toughness of outdoor basketball, visiting five Mansfield parks, overcoming smoke and storms, and sparking hopes of a game revival.
At least eighteen college players will earn more than LeBron James next season, with Florida’s Thomas Haugh poised to top $10 million, signaling a dramatic shift in how talent is valued.
With a new coaching philosophy and a handful of injuries to navigate, Missouri fans have voted on the players most likely to dominate the 2026‑27 rotation. This preview breaks down the expected top contributors and the storylines that could define the team's depth.
Concord University has hired Bryce Beavers as an assistant coach for its men's basketball team, adding a coach with NAIA tournament experience and a state championship pedigree.
The Lorain Lions Club, together with municipal leaders and local sponsors, marked the grand reopening of a newly upgraded basketball court at Lakeview South Park, highlighting a $24,000 investment that blends grant funding, city support and grassroots fundraising.
With the offseason quiet period in full swing, the Mizzou basketball program is already drawing attention to the likely playing rotation for the upcoming campaign, highlighted by a unanimous fan pick for the top spot.
A look at the key players, shooting percentages and strategic factors that have placed Duke at the forefront of next season’s title conversation.
The Buckeyes will enter the upcoming campaign with ten players, including eight returners and two freshmen, as they forgo transfers in favor of internal development.
The 50th anniversary of women's Olympic basketball marks a remarkable evolution from a six‑team tournament in 1976 to a global showcase that now draws tens of thousands of spectators, with legends like Teresa Edwards, Lauren Jackson and Diana Taurasi shaping its story.
The College of Southern Idaho men's basketball team announced the signing of Luka Solomun, a 6‑foot‑2 Serbian combo guard, adding a player with a decorated youth career and international experience.