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WVU basketball enthusiasts are buzzing after head coach Ross Hodge secured freshman point guard Miles Sadler, a top‑rated 2026 recruit whose No. 30 placement on Sam Vecenie’s early 2027 NBA Draft board signals a possible first‑round future.
The Team USA Basketball Showcase took place on Saturday at St. Stephen Baptist Church in Memphis, featuring young players aged 9‑17 and a friendly matchup between the Memphis Police Department and Memphis Fire Department.
A look at the rising leaders, coaching strategies, and recruiting buzz shaping the next chapter of Catholic High School Athletic Association basketball.
Braylon Mullins’ buzzer‑beating shot that eliminated Duke has earned him a 2026 ESPY nomination, joining a slate of athletes with Connecticut roots who are also in the running for the year’s top honors.
Braylon Mullins of the Connecticut Huskies is nominated for the 2026 Best Play ESPY Award for his game‑winning shot against Duke. Fans can vote online until July 15, with several other athletes tied to Connecticut also in the running.
The WNBA suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game after an incident with Caitlin Clark. Coach Nate Tibbetts criticized the league's investigation, and the Mercury secured a vital win to stay alive in the playoff race.
In a recent interview, Michael Jordan revealed that nothing rivals basketball for him, while also sharing insights into his business pursuits and his role as a NASCAR team owner.
Former Capital Region star Andre Jackson Jr., now with the Milwaukee Bucks, returned home to run a basketball clinic for kids aged 11 to 14, offering two sessions at $80 each and teasing more community events ahead.
The newly christened John Wall Court features a striking mural of the former NBA star and was marked by a ceremony attended by draft pick AJ Dybansta and community leaders.
Opening games of the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup 2026 featured standout performances from Lithuanian Jokubas Kukta, Turkish stars Darius Karutasu and Omer Kutluay, New Zealand’s Jayden Cecil, and Puerto Rico’s DJ Gaines.
Patrick Ewing’s experience with the 1992 Dream Team revealed basketball’s expanding reach, a moment echoed by Michael Jordan as the NBA’s global footprint expanded.
Following Dusty May’s departure, Michigan’s leadership focused on roster stability and player trust, while introducing the 3R Report to deliver transparent, verified information.
An in‑depth look at the statistical saga of the Kansas State–[opponent] basketball series, highlighting historic milestones, recent outcomes and the evolving narrative of wins, losses and point differentials.
Former Florida center Micah Handlogten has agreed to a non‑guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract with the Utah Jazz, continuing a family connection to the franchise and aiming to contribute to the team's future.
A recent SB Nation Reacts poll found that just 32 percent of Michigan basketball supporters think interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr. should be handed the program’s top job on a permanent basis.
A SB Nation Reacts survey reveals that just 32% of Michigan basketball fans want interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. to become the permanent head coach, highlighting fan skepticism despite the program’s lofty prospects.
Coach Ryan Odom is shaping a challenging non‑conference schedule for Virginia, targeting Villanova, UConn, Wisconsin, Tennessee and Maryland. Each program offers a distinct historical context and strategic narrative.
The annual Gus Macker basketball tournament made its way back to Rochester this weekend, turning the parking lot of ESL Ballpark into a bustling court for players of all ages.
The Los Angeles Lakers have announced a series of high‑profile moves, including a max contract for Austin Reaves, the draft of guard Cameron Carr, and ongoing speculation about the future of LeBron James and Deandre Ayton.
Four-star recruit Camden Cooper announced his pledge to Florida A&M University, turning down offers from Florida State, Texas A&M and other top programs, and will graduate a year early to join the Rattlers.
The upcoming ceremony will celebrate a generation of trailblazers whose impact reshaped the game, from Olympic gold medalists to championship coaches.
The upcoming Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Knoxville will induct a distinguished class that includes WNBA star Candace Parker, three‑time MVP Elena Delle Donne, and longtime coaches Cheryl Reeve and Kim Muhl, highlighting their lasting impact on the game.
The Houston Cougars address last season’s interior scoring woes by adding transfer forward Delrecco Gillespie and 5‑star center Arafan Diane, two prospects expected to reshape the team’s inside game.
The North Ridgeville high school boys basketball squad opened its Midwest Live campaign with a perfect record, rallying from a 17‑point deficit to defeat Padua and Fremont Ross. Coach Ben Chase praised the team's chemistry, while standout players Mason Allison and Luke Rowe led the charge. The team is set to face Hawken and Lutheran West on June 28, with Mason Allison sidelined and Colton Mack returning.