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Indiana University has confirmed a December 18 home game against Missouri, completing a demanding non‑conference schedule that also features Syracuse, Kentucky and an exhibition versus North Carolina. The upcoming season brings a deep transfer class and four freshman phenoms, aiming to rebound from a missed NCAA Tournament appearance.
After a season in Trento, DJ Stewart is set to join Baskonia in the EuroLeague and will test himself with the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Summer League, facing several former Blue Devils.
The Dust Bowl Basketball Tournament is underway in Henderson, organized by the local Black History Committee to raise scholarship money for county high school seniors while offering vendors and food trucks for attendees.
UConn’s legendary coach Geno Auriemma has revealed he has recorded twelve episodes for a new podcast that will feature interviews with high‑achieving figures from outside basketball, continuing a tradition that began with his earlier show Holding Court.
Indiana will face Collège Jean‑de‑Brébeuf on July 15 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, while a December 18 matchup with Missouri marks the latest chapter in a series that sits at 9‑9, with the Tigers holding the recent edge.
Multiple Illinois players, including Andrej Stojakovic, Stefan Vaaks, David Mirkovic, Quentin Coleman and the Ivisic twins, are projected to be selected in the 2027 NBA Draft, bolstered by Coach Brad Underwood’s development work.
Professional basketball player Analyss Benally, a Shiprock native, runs free basketball camps for Native American youth across the Southwest, recently partnered with former Los Angeles Laker Andre Ingram. The ABFive initiative, rooted in community building, will host a Phoenix clinic on July 17 and envisions a national and global reach.
Virginia’s basketball program is making a decisive push for Moussa Kamissoko, a highly ranked small forward in the 2027 class, amid fierce competition from several elite schools.
Montana State University announced the hiring of Kenny Love as an assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season, alongside promotions for Zach Payne, Sam Scholl and Shamrock Campbell. The moves follow a strong recent run that includes a third straight Big Sky tournament title.
Despite being slotted tenth in the Big Ten preseason poll, the Minnesota Gophers bring back key talent, added depth, and a respected coach, positioning them to climb the rankings and secure an NCAA Tournament spot.
Montana State University’s men’s basketball program reshapes its coaching roster ahead of the 2026‑27 season, highlighting new appointments and promotions that build on a strong recent campaign.
Josh Leonard, a highly touted 2027 basketball prospect, is moving to IMG Academy in Florida, altering the landscape of in‑state recruitment and his future college options.
The Golden State Valkyries' bench has become a decisive factor in their surge toward the top of the league, with key performances from Janelle Salaun, Kaitlyn Chen and others.
Top 2027 basketball prospect Demarcus Henry has trimmed his list to eight schools, citing ambition to reach the NBA and challenge himself. His brother and sister attend Ohio State, making the Buckeyes a leading contender.
Several North Carolina alumni are making early impressions in summer league play, with standout performances from RJ Davis and Henri Veesaar ahead of the July 9 Las Vegas tournament.
Seven years after launching a grassroots basketball camp, alumni Jackson Dubinski and Hank Mathews are preparing to bring the Elite Skills Camp back next summer, hoping to deepen their impact on the local community.
Topps is testing unsealed boxes of sports cards to prevent profit‑driven resale, a move that could change how collectors buy and experience trading cards.
A recap by three sports analysts highlights major coaching changes and player transfers that will define the 2026 high school football and basketball landscape.
Indiana University will welcome the Missouri Tigers on Dec. 18, 2026, in a one‑off game that rekindles a rivalry dormant since 2004, while both programs head into the season with fresh ambitions.
Missouri will meet Indiana in Bloomington on December 18, 2026, as part of a deliberately tougher schedule engineered by Coach Dennis Gates ahead of the expanded NCAA Tournament.
A clutch basket by freshman point guard Trey McKenney clinches the title despite coach Dusty May's departure, setting the stage for a potentially historic era.
Jalen Reed chose to stay with Michigan after Dusty May left for the NBA, deepening his bond with interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. while navigating a ruptured Achilles tendon and a promising recovery.
A federal judge has denied a motion to modify the bond conditions of former NBA player Terry Rozier, who is accused of conspiring to manipulate game outcomes for betting purposes. The decision keeps in place a $3 million bond secured by his South Florida home and a strict no‑contact order.
The college announced Brett Rutherford as Director of Athletics and Trent Short as Head Men’s Basketball Coach, building on a 24‑6 season that featured a 13‑1 home record and six wins over Top 10 opponents.