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Louisville Eyes Top Transfer Milan Momcilovic as Decision Looms

Louisville basketball is making a strong push to land five‑star transfer Milan Momcilovic, a player whose primary focus is positioning himself for the 2026 NBA Draft. If a clear path to that draft cannot be assured, Momcilovic has indicated he might opt to return to college for another season.

May 15, 2026

Vanderbilt’s lavish coach buyouts come to light

Recent filings show former basketball coach Jerry Stackhouse received over $4.7 million in 2024 despite a brief tenure, while new coach Mark Byington earned $2.7 million for a partial year, shedding light on the financial side‑effects of high‑profile coaching changes at the private institution.

May 15, 2026

Community Coach Avoids Felony After Confrontation with Police at High School Game

Jamal Batson, a youth coach and DJ for Norview High School basketball games, was charged with assaulting a police officer during a game in Norfolk, Virginia. The charge was reduced to misdemeanor assault and battery, with the possibility of dismissal after six months of good behavior. His wife Sherize and attorney Dante Wright expressed relief, while the family seeks to move forward after a traumatic incident that injured his son.

May 15, 2026

Greensboro Groove Set to Launch Its Inaugural Game

The Greensboro Groove will debut this weekend against the Savannah Steel in the inaugural Upshot League game, with coach Janice Washington emphasizing the team's gratitude and community impact.

May 15, 2026

Blake Ellwein crowned 2026 South Dakota Mr. Basketball

Blake Ellwein, a senior guard from Huron, was named the 2026 South Dakota Mr. Basketball award winner, capping a championship season that featured a perfect free‑throw showing and historic scoring milestones.

May 15, 2026