Cam Ward Eyes Breakout Season with Michigan State
After a wrist injury limited his freshman year, Cam Ward is poised to become the focal point of Michigan State's offense, having topped the Moneyball Pro‑Am with a 34‑point average.
Jul 10, 2026
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Kentucky Wildcats Scout Top Prospects in Las Vegas Ahead of NBA Summer League
The Wildcats traveled to Las Vegas to evaluate elite high school talent, with former players and current coaches observing the action.
Jul 10, 2026
Justin Pippen Commits to Ohio State, Promising Defensive Edge and Playmaking Growth
Justin Pippen, a California guard known for his defensive prowess and playmaking, has pledged to join Ohio State’s 2026‑27 roster, attracted by Coach Jake Diebler’s vision and the program’s defensive identity.
Jul 10, 2026
Iowa Legend Michelle “Ice” Edwards Honored with Boston Court Naming
The basketball court at Titus Sparrow Park in Boston has been renamed in honor of Iowa’s all‑time great Michelle Edwards, celebrating a career that reshaped women’s basketball from Massachusetts to the WNBA.
Jul 10, 2026
UCLA Basketball Looks to Rebound with Nikola Kusturica’s Arrival
After a disappointing campaign, UCLA is betting on a high‑profile transfer and a deep recruiting class to reshape its fortunes.
Jul 10, 2026
FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 to Take Place in Istanbul
The 2026 FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup is set for Istanbul from July 11 to 19, offering fans worldwide a chance to watch the tournament through official channels.
Jul 10, 2026
Ryan Daly Returns to Syracuse with a Vision to Restore the Orange’s Glory
After stints at Albany, Bryant and VCU, Ryan Daly, a 28‑year‑old assistant coach, is back at Syracuse, where he hopes to rekindle the program’s storied success.
Jul 10, 2026
Six Standout Girls Basketball Players Emerge from Plymouth‑Canton Summer League Shootout
The recent Plymouth‑Canton Summer League Shootout highlighted six rising stars — Devyn Reiger, Naimah Kellum, Julia Nothstine, Stella Stotz, Riley Moyer and Lauren Scott — who are poised to shape the upcoming high school basketball landscape.
Jul 10, 2026
Texas A&M–Texarkana Hunts New Head Coaches After Departures
The university is searching for fresh leadership for both its men's and women's basketball teams after key coaching moves.
Jul 10, 2026
Indiana’s Rich Girls Basketball Legacy: From 1972 Pioneers to Stanford Bound Star
From the first sanctioned season in 1972 to recent stars heading to Stanford, Indiana's girls basketball story is marked by historic milestones, dominant programs, and athletes who have left lasting impressions on the sport.
Jul 10, 2026
Tony Rack’s Leap to Notre Dame: Legacy, Energy, and New Beginnings
Assistant coach Tony Rack leaves a thriving program at Winthrop to join Notre Dame, driven by family legacy and a desire to contribute to a storied basketball tradition.
Jul 10, 2026
A Century of Hoops: The Rise of Girls’ Basketball in Indiana
An exploration of how Indiana’s girls basketball evolved from its historic 1975 inception to today’s NIL‑enabled stars, highlighting key players, dominant programs, and the cultural impact of Title IX.
Jul 10, 2026
Washington County Basketball Prospects Shine Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Herald‑Mail Media spotlights the top boys and girls basketball prospects in Washington County, highlighting championship pedigrees, returning starters and a combined list of 60 players to watch as the winter season approaches.
Jul 10, 2026
Domantas Sabonis endows Gonzaga with named strength and conditioning center
Former Gonzaga star Domantas Sabonis has made a landmark donation that will see the university’s new Sabonis Family Strength and Conditioning Center bear his family’s name, a tribute that reflects both his collegiate triumphs and his ongoing commitment to athlete development.
Jul 10, 2026
NCAA selects Wichita as second host for 2027, 2028 men’s basketball opening round
The NCAA announced Wichita, Kansas, alongside Dayton, Ohio, as hosts for the 2027 and 2028 Division I men's basketball Opening Round, expanding the field to 76 teams and highlighting the city's basketball culture and central location.
Jul 10, 2026
Illinois Basketball Sets Ambitious 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Slate
The University of Illinois will test its mettle against some of the nation's top programs in the upcoming 2026‑27 season, featuring games against UConn, Duke, Missouri and Penn, each carrying significant implications for the Illini's NCAA tournament aspirations.
Jul 10, 2026
Jaylen Brown Calls Out the ‘Crazy Business’ of Basketball, Urges Caution to Aspiring Pros
During a recent livestream, Celtics forward Jaylen Brown warned young athletes that the NBA’s ever‑shifting landscape offers little guarantee of stability, urging them to think twice before chasing a basketball career.
Jul 10, 2026
Toby Harris Joins Minnesota Timberwolves After Stellar College Career
Undrafted guard Toby Harris signs with the Minnesota Timberwolves for the 2026 Summer League, reflecting on a journey that spans Division III, a 1,000‑point milestone, and a relentless work ethic.
Jul 10, 2026
Appalachian State Women’s Basketball Opens 2026-27 Campaign Against Eastern Michigan
The Mountaineers will face Eastern Michigan on Nov. 2 in Michigan, marking the first game of the 2026‑27 season and part of a broader challenge that involves twelve MAC and fourteen Sun Belt programs.
Jul 10, 2026
UW-Green Bay Phoenix Secures Exhibition Clash with Marquette, Badgers Game Still Up in the Air
The Phoenix will host Marquette on October 19, 2026, while a scheduled meeting with Wisconsin remains uncertain, reflecting a renewed era of non‑conference basketball in Green Bay.
Jul 10, 2026
Curry Courts James: A Potential NBA Collaboration
Stephen Curry has voiced his desire to team up with LeBron James, suggesting the Golden State Warriors could be the ideal destination for the future Hall‑of‑famer.
Jul 10, 2026
Ayuba Bryant Jr. Commits to University of North Florida Basketball
Ayuba Bryant Jr., a standout forward from Temple, has signed with the University of North Florida, joining a roster bolstered by transfers and high‑school recruits
Jul 10, 2026
Ronnie Brewer to Join Arkansas Hall of Honor in 2026
From high school record‑breaker to NBA veteran and now assistant coach, Ronnie Brewer's journey embodies the grit and ambition that define Arkansas basketball.
Jul 10, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball readies for 2026‑27 with new faces and expanded roles
The Iowa Hawkeyes enter their third year under head coach Jan Jensen, revamping the roster and counting on key players to step into larger roles after a guard exodus.
Jul 10, 2026