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After Dusty May departed for the NBA following a championship, interim coach Mike Boynton has kept the core of the Wolverines intact, a group ranked in the top five and eyeing another title.
The 50th annual Lions All‑Star Basketball Series gathered the state's top senior players for a showcase of skill, with notable athletes announcing their college destinations.
The Demon Deacons finished 18‑17 last season and will open against Maryland‑Eastern Shore before heading to the Battle 4 Atlantis and confronting top SEC foes on the road.
Louisville basketball has announced scholarship offers to five members of the Class of 2028, while keeping a close eye on several other rising juniors during the upcoming July live evaluation periods.
Syracuse University’s men’s basketball team has locked in its first home non‑conference game of the 2026‑27 season, set for November 5 against Central Connecticut State.
Ben Henshall, a 6‑5 Australian guard with professional experience in the NBL and international competition, has signed with Ole Miss. Coach Chris Beard believes the newcomer will add depth, defensive versatility and shooting upside to the Rebels' roster.
Syracuse is making a high-stakes push for 2027 wing Moussa Kamissoko, a top-ranked recruit whose official visits could tip the balance in a crowded field.
Syracuse will host Central Connecticut State on November 5, 2026, marking the eighth confirmed non‑conference matchup for the Orange and the second meeting with the Blue Devils since a 34‑point victory in 2012.
The Big 12 will place co‑branded Monster Energy patches on all 16 member school uniforms, with each school receiving about $1 million annually and the brand taking over court and field logos.
Mississippi State University’s basketball team will open its season at the historic Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia on November 13, facing Xavier before heading to the Bahamas for the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament.
The Big 12 Conference has struck a $20 million‑per‑year agreement with Monster Energy, a deal that will see sponsor patches emblazoned on uniforms and on the courts and fields of football, men’s basketball and women’s basketball across the league. Under the arrangement, each of the conference’s 16 member institutions will receive roughly $1 million annually, a modest but meaningful infusion that can be directed toward athletic programs and scholarships. The pact does not preclude schools from pursuing their own jersey‑patch agreements, provided they avoid competing energy‑drink brands, a clause that leaves room for additional commercial partnerships. Arizona has been particularly aggressive on the naming‑rights front, having recently sold the naming rights to Arizona Stadium for a $60 million, 20‑year contract and rebranding McKale Center as the McKale Center at ALKEME Arena in a $27.7 million, 15‑year deal. Athletic director Desiree Reed‑Francois is now actively seeking further jersey‑patch opportunities, aiming to bolster the department’s finances amid a competitive landscape where conference revenue is increasingly tied to sponsorship visibility.
The Kansas Jayhawks will wear XRP Cryptocurrency patches starting in the 2026‑27 season, a move made possible by recent NCAA rules that allow up to two commercial logos on uniforms.
The 2026‑27 Basketball Champions League draw outlines group stages, qualification tournaments and a new NBA‑FIBA league pathway, highlighting strong domestic performances across Europe.
The latest Basketball Champions League draw in Mies, Switzerland, placed 30 teams in regular‑season groups and 24 in qualification tournaments, outlining a path that will lead to a joint NBA‑FIBA league slated for 2027.
With LeBron James weighing a return to the East, an NBA executive flags the defensive and stylistic challenges of a potential Cavaliers roster that would add James Harden to a backcourt already headlined by Donovan Mitchell.
After two decades of relentless effort, Kyle Lowry stepped away from the game, leaving behind a legacy that inspired a generation of players to embrace perseverance.
The Drury Panthers announce a 16‑game home slate, highlighted by a November opening stretch and contests against top Division II programs, leading into a March tournament run.
A July 2 basketball camp in Clinton Hill brought together dozens of homeless youths, volunteers and local lawmakers for a day of skill building, breathwork and community connection.
A look at Indiana’s overlooked basketball legends whose contributions shaped state championships and whose stories deserve wider recognition.
Levi Sewall Dow III, who died on June 26, 2026, left a lasting imprint on Alaska’s sports scene and his community through decades of service, family devotion, and outdoor passion.
The Cyclones lose their top three scorers and welcome fresh talent and coaching staff, setting the stage for a transformative year.
After a Sweet 16 loss last season, Michigan State's basketball program is banking on leadership stability and player development to chase its first national championship in decades.
The Big 12 has struck a $20 million, multi‑year agreement with Monster Energy, bringing jersey patches, court logos and significant cash inflows to member schools.
The University of North Carolina welcomes NBA champion Michael Malone as its new head coach, sparking excitement and uncertainty about the team's prospects.