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Don Reid, the Hall of Fame coach who guided Merced College’s men’s basketball program to back‑to‑back state championships in the late 1970s, died at 89. His career spanned decades of impact on campus, international play, and women’s sports.
Kentucky Basketball has offered a scholarship to DeMarcus Henry, a highly rated small forward from Arizona, following his standout performance at the Nike EYBL Session II. The offer marks a significant milestone in his recruitment journey.
After being named Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four, Elliot Cadeau decides to stay in college, forgoing the 2026 NBA Draft to return to Michigan and bolster a roster that already boasts the nation's top recruiting class.
Elliot Cadeau, the Michigan Wolverines' leading playmaker, has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft and will rejoin the team for the 2026‑27 campaign, bringing back a key piece of the championship‑winning lineup.
The Sun Devils boast a top‑10 transfer portal ranking, a blend of seasoned transfers and young talent, and a coach determined to end a multi‑year tournament drought.
After a standout showing at the Nike EYBL Session II in Memphis, Kentucky head coach Mark Pope awarded a scholarship to Demarcus Henry, a 6‑foot‑7, 190‑pound Arizona native ranked No. 14 nationally and No. 5 among small forwards.
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, the Wildcats’ coaching staff and fan base brace for potential roster shifts that could reshape next season’s lineup.
The San Antonio Spurs will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game One of the Western Conference Finals on Monday, featuring a rematch of Kentucky Wildcats teammates De'Aaron Fox and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Caitlin Clark becomes the first player to reach 75 points and 20 assists in the first three games of a WNBA season, even as the Indiana Fever drop a close game to the Washington Mystics.
Iowa Athletics has acquired the official court used in the NCAA Houston Regional Elite Eight to replace the aging Carver‑Hawkeye Arena parquet, slated for installation in late May, with the old floor preserved for memorabilia.
Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau, named Most Outstanding Player of the recent Final Four, has decided to stay with the Wolverines rather than pursue the 2026 NBA Draft.
Iowa Athletics has purchased the official court from the NCAA Houston Regional Elite Eight to replace the aging parquet floor at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, with installation scheduled for May and June.
The Las Vegas Aces secured a commanding victory over the Connecticut Sun in their final meeting on home soil, with Wilson delivering a career‑high 45 points. The win coincides with the Sun's relocation to Houston, reviving the legendary Comets brand.
Shaquille O'Neal received a Master of Liberal Arts from LSU, celebrating a career that spans championship titles, record‑setting college stats, a retired jersey, a dedicated statue, and a current role on TNT and ESPN.
At LSU’s spring commencement, former Tiger star Shaquille O'Neal was awarded a Master of Liberal Arts, joining a select group of alumni whose contributions have reshaped both sport and society
Delegates from 47 national federations gathered in Iceland to review competition progress, discuss strategic priorities and outline the roadmap for European basketball through the next decade.
North Carolina has renewed its scholarship offer to five-star point guard Beckham Black, who is ranked No. 3 nationally and is being courted by several elite programs.
Koa Peat, an Arizona freshman, is projected as the 30th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft but his recent combine performance has sparked debate over whether he should return to college to sharpen his three‑point shooting before the May 27 deadline.
Despite missing out on several 2026 prospects, the Wildcats are zeroing in on Marcus Spears Jr., a 6‑9 power forward from Texas, after a successful visit with Coach Pope, Mikhail McLean and Mo Williams.
A look at how the game's foundational movement patterns have transformed over decades, as observed by a longtime NBA coach
Jack Janicki’s 2025‑26 season was marked by defensive impact and playmaking flashes, but a wrist injury ended his run and left the Badgers questioning how he will evolve for the next year.
Former Iowa State standout Milan Momcilovic, who topped the nation in 3‑point shooting last season, is weighing a move to Kentucky as he navigates the 2026 NBA Draft and the transfer portal.
North Carolina has renewed its scholarship offer to Beckham Black, a five‑star point guard ranked No. 3 nationally, as the recruiting race heats up across the Southeast.
Former Purdue point guard Braden Smith impressed at the NBA Scouting Combine, showcasing elite passing and shooting metrics that have positioned him as a consensus second‑round prospect, with ESPN and Bleacher Report projecting specific team landings.