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The engagement of pop icon Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce has sparked worldwide anticipation for a July 3, 2026 wedding at New York’s Madison Square Garden, a venue that promises a spectacle blending music, sports and media.
Three SMU alumni—Jaron Pierre Jr., B.J. Edwards and Boopie Miller—are set to compete in the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, each joining a different NBA franchise after distinguished college performances.
During the Rim of the Pacific Games off Hawaii, the Navy’s basketball champions demonstrated how coordinated play and chemistry can triumph on the court, amid a massive multinational training event.
Senior forward Dez Lindsay discusses his recovery, team dynamics, and hopes for a deep March Madness run.
Trinity Bane and Jesslynn Jalomo join UTRGV women's basketball, bringing local roots, experience, and a family‑centric mindset to the program.
USA Basketball announced that former NBA guard Mike James will make his first appearance for the national team in upcoming World Cup qualifying matches against the Dominican Republic and Mexico. The contests, part of the United States' 250th‑year celebrations, feature a roster bolstered by NBA standouts such as Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, Nikola Jokić and Rudy Gobert.
Oregon’s basketball program is making moves on multiple fronts, from NBA Summer League participation to courting elite 2028 prospect Isaiah Hamilton, as the Ducks aim to bolster their roster for future seasons.
TJ Bamba will join the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Summer Leagues, bringing a blend of defensive prowess and college experience, while Oregon recruits high‑profile prospect Isaiah Hamilton, who is set to transfer to Montverde Academy.
Sydney Mobley, a top‑ranked prospect and first cousin of former Buckeye John Mobley Jr., has pledged to Ohio State, forgoing her senior year to start college this autumn.
The upcoming FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup semi‑finals will be played on July 4 in Istanbul, featuring a USA‑Australia showdown and a Turkey‑Serbia clash.
Coach Beau Doty reflects on a productive summer, outlining the team's progress, addressing gaps, and setting goals for the upcoming season.
In a friendly match versus Turkey, Dzepina posted a 19‑point, 11‑rebound double‑double, adding three assists and two blocks. Coach Sprinkle highlighted his improvement, noting that the forward, who joined the Huskies after a preseason injury to Mady Traore, is poised to take on a larger role in the upcoming fall season.
Forest Grove High School has appointed Amy Denson as its new girls varsity basketball head coach, bringing a decorated playing and coaching background to the program.
After a midseason coaching change, Forest Grove appoints Amy Denson, a veteran coach with a decorated playing career, to guide the team toward a culture of hard work, support and fun.
Andre Mills will return to the University of Maryland for the 2026‑27 season, emphasizing team chemistry, a strong bond with coach Buzz Williams, and ambitions to win the Big Ten and make a deep NCAA tournament run.
Michigan locks in the commitments of top freshmen Lincoln Cosby and Joseph Hartman, highlighting reclassifications, injuries, and role expectations for the upcoming season.
The NCAA has approved a five‑year, age‑based eligibility system that replaces redshirts and allows student‑athletes to compete for up to five full seasons. For Tennessee, this extension reshapes the eligibility timeline for seniors, juniors, sophomores and freshmen, influencing both player development and coaching strategy.
The Los Angeles Lakers have moved DeAndre Ayton to the Washington Wizards in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two future second‑round picks, clearing the way for Walker Kessler to assume the starting center role. Meanwhile, the Wizards see the acquisition as a stepping stone toward a potential Anthony Davis trade, even as Alex Sarr works his way back from a fractured foot.
Former Tulsa standout Tylen Riley has transferred to the University of Cincinnati, praising the program’s coaching, facilities and fan support as he looks to help the Bearcats make a significant impact this year.
Shaquille O'Neal discusses the differences between the NBA and WNBA, highlighting the lack of dunks in the WNBA as a reason for lower viewership, yet the league is seeing record attendance and growing popularity driven by star personalities.
From RJ Davis in San Antonio to Caleb Wilson in Chicago, the upcoming NBA Summer League showcases a slate of UNC alumni across multiple teams, all streamed on major sports networks.
Caleb Love, the former North Carolina guard who helped the Tar Heels reach the Final Four, has agreed to a two‑way contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, joining a roster that recently added Jaylen Brown.
Two promising freshmen, Lincoln Cosby and Joseph Hartman, have signed extended contracts with the Wolverines, bringing size, skill and a shared commitment to the program despite lingering health concerns.
Sydney Mobley, a five‑star center ranked No. 3 in her position and No. 18 overall in the 2027 class, has pledged to Ohio State, reclassifying to the 2026 class and joining the Buckeyes for the 2026‑27 season.