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After a brief July 4th hiatus, the Tennessee Volunteers are back on the practice court, intensifying preparations for a challenging slate that includes Purdue, Michigan State and Florida State.
The 19‑year‑old Italian forward, a bronze‑medalist on the world stage, has signed with Rutgers, adding depth, versatility and a future NBA outlook to the program.
Malone University has appointed Jake Shoup, a 2020 alumnus and former high school coach, as its new women's basketball head coach, succeeding Selana Ickes, who now serves at Eastern Michigan University.
Duke University has landed a coveted commitment from Kager Knueppel, a versatile wing whose rapid rise in recruiting rankings and impressive statistical output herald a promising future for the Blue Devils.
The Cyclones unveiled a slate that blends home‑court dominance with high‑profile road matchups, including a Vegas tournament and a December showdown with Purdue and the Hawkeyes.
Jalen Reed discusses the team's reaction to coach Dusty May's move to the NBA, his recovery from injury, and the program's championship aspirations.
The Cyclones will open the season against Memphis in Sioux Falls, host a string of home games at Hilton Coliseum, and compete in the Players Era Championship in Las Vegas before closing the non‑conference stretch with Northern Arizona and New Hampshire.
The Illini will host Penn on November 5, 2026, renewing a rivalry that began with a dominant 105‑70 victory in the NCAA tournament, highlighted by David Mirkovic's record‑breaking performance.
Despite the departure of Dusty May for the NBA, the Michigan Wolverines basketball team remains united, with Jalen Reed, Elliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney leading the charge toward future success.
A group of investors who purchased BIG3 non‑fungible tokens have sued the league founded by Ice Cube, alleging deceptive marketing and the denial of promised ownership rights and benefits.
Freshman guard Mae Simon of Olmsted Falls has attracted multiple Division I scholarship offers, sparking excitement in the local basketball community.
Anderson Diaz, a top‑ranked point guard, will reclassify from the 2027 to the 2026‑27 class and become a key piece of Alabama's upcoming roster.
Four-star shooting guard Kameron Cooper has pledged to Kansas State, choosing the Wildcats over a host of high‑profile programs and becoming the highest‑ranked recruit since 2024.
The Bluejays have released their full non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting exhibition games, a tournament appearance and a series of contests against top opponents, while fans can begin securing season tickets online.
Gene Nakamura, known as "Coach Nak," built one of California’s most successful high school girls basketball programs over a 25‑year career, earning numerous championships and a 2025 recognition from the Golden State Valkyries.
Notre Dame’s basketball program is reshaping its roster through the transfer portal and a year‑by‑year approach, guided by Coach Micah Shrewsberry and AD Pete Bevacqua, as financial constraints and a missed ACC tournament force a strategic pivot.
The Illinois High School Association has finalized a 35‑second shot clock for varsity basketball, with strong coach support and preparations underway at Quincy Notre Dame and Quincy High.
Kerr Kriisa, once a standout for the University of Kentucky, appeared before a federal judge on five counts of wire fraud, with prosecutors alleging a sophisticated impersonation scheme that netted over $2 million from unsuspecting victims.
Rod Hall, a former Clemson guard, was diagnosed with a neurological disorder after collapsing during an alumni game in Augusta, Georgia. His family's fundraising effort has raised over $8,500 toward a $20,000 goal, while the community rallies to support his recovery.
The July 7 edition of the sports roundup features insights from Derek Schultz and Brian Neubert on Kevin Savage’s commitment to Purdue, highlighting his profile and the program’s recent strategic evolution.
Wake Forest’s 2026‑27 non‑conference basketball slate features a handful of modest programs, with only a few teams carrying winning records last season, prompting the ACC powerhouse to rely on dominant performances to avoid a sluggish start.
A former University of Arizona basketball player is accused of a sophisticated fraud that involved lying about loans, organ sales and cancer treatments, with the indictment unsealed in West Virginia.
Adidas is set to launch its first 3D‑printed basketball shoe, the BB.01, featuring a lattice‑woven upper for stability and breathability, while the company’s Project R.A.P. expands additive manufacturing across multiple sports.
Kamron Cooper, a 6‑foot‑4 wing from Bishop Gorman High School in Las Vegas, announced his pledge to the Wildcats, citing a family connection and a competitive recruitment process.