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Paul Djobet Joins Texas State as Bobcats Prepare for Pac‑12 Debut

Forward Paul Djobet, the fifth transfer to commit to Texas State this offseason, brings a blend of scoring, rebounding and perimeter shooting that could redefine the Bobcats’ approach under head coach Terrence Johnson as they gear up for Pac‑12 play in 2026.

May 11, 2026

Big Ten Basketball Roster Overhaul for 2026‑27 Season

An inside look at the player movements across all 18 Big Ten programs ahead of the 2026‑27 season, highlighting those who remain eligible, those eyeing the NBA draft, and the ongoing impact of the closed transfer portal.

May 11, 2026

Andrew Bittle joins Cincinnati Bearcats as video coordinator

Andrew Bittle, a 2025 graduate of the University of Illinois, has been appointed video coordinator for the University of Cincinnati men's basketball team, bringing a stint that included a Final Four run and extensive scouting analytics.

May 11, 2026

Four Decades of NBA Lenscraft

A veteran NBA photographer recounts his four‑decade career, from ceiling‑mounted strobes at Madison Square Garden to the shifting strategies that have defined each era of the game.

May 11, 2026

Damarius Owens’ Breakout Season at Marquette

Damarius Owens, a sophomore forward for Marquette University, has turned a challenging start into a season of notable improvement, earning a grade of 6 and becoming a trusted defensive piece under Coach Shaka Smart.

May 11, 2026

Ben McCollum Looks Ahead After Iowa’s Elite Eight Surge

In a recent interview, Iowa men's basketball coach Ben McCollum discussed the excitement and pressures of an Elite Eight run, the need to stay grounded, and the plan to rebuild around new talent while retaining core players.

May 11, 2026

Salem‑Keizer’s Top 10 Girls Basketball Legends

The Salem‑Keizer area has produced a string of standout girls basketball talents whose high school feats translated into college success and, in some cases, professional careers. This article spotlights ten players who defined eras, set scoring records, and brought championships to their schools.

May 11, 2026

USA Basketball Announces 35‑Player U18 Training Camp Roster

The national team’s training camp, set to begin May 21 in Colorado Springs, will feature 35 athletes from the classes of 2026, 2027 and 2028, with 12 eventually earning a spot on the squad bound for the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.

May 11, 2026