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Richie Saunders was selected 32nd overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2026 NBA Draft, completing a college career that blended statistical dominance, award‑winning improvement and a comeback from a serious knee injury.
From the streets of Lagos to the courts of Knoxville, Felix Okpara's path to the NBA culminated when the Washington Wizards selected him with the 46th pick in the 2026 draft, capping a defensive reputation that earned him All‑SEC honors.
Huntsville’s JuneFest returns for its tenth year, featuring a headlining performance by T.I., a showcase of rare custom cars, and a charity basketball game that unites former NBA players with local celebrities.
The Cleveland Cavaliers drafted Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas with the 34th overall pick, capping a rookie season that saw him lead the SEC in free‑throw accuracy and rank among the conference’s top freshmen.
The Indiana Pacers have secured Braden Smith in a trade that involved sending guard Kam Jones and additional assets to the Chicago Bulls, positioning the team for a new chapter as Tyrese Haliburton returns from injury.
The Chicago Bulls have dealt Braden Smith to the Indiana Pacers, a transaction that plugs a key gap in the Pacers' backcourt as Tyrese Haliburton recuperates from a season‑ending injury.
Two former Arkansas standouts, Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile, were selected in the second round of the NBA Draft, heading to Cleveland and Denver respectively, as the Razorbacks celebrate a landmark draft.
Greeneville’s Ja'Kobi Gillespie was selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a college career that saw him lead the Tennessee Vols to the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight while earning All‑SEC honors.
Otega Oweh’s journey from a projected undrafted prospect to a 41st‑overall pick culminates in a reunion with former Kentucky teammates, highlighting a career defined by steady growth and clutch performances.
Trevon Brazile, the Arkansas forward who entered the 2026 NBA Draft, was selected by the Denver Nuggets with the 35th overall pick in the second round. While the opportunity represented a significant milestone, the 20‑year‑old declined multiple lucrative contract offers that came his way after the draft, choosing instead to remain in college for another season.
Selected 36th overall by the Clippers, Miller brings a rare combination of size, skill and experience that could reshape the Bearcats’ legacy in the league.
Braden Smith, the Purdue point guard who rewrote the NCAA record books, is headed to the Indiana Pacers after a draft‑day trade that sent him from the Chicago Bulls to the Pacers in exchange for guard Kam Jones, future pick swaps and cash.
Tennessee’s 2026‑27 SEC schedule is set, featuring nine home and nine away games, a revamped roster, and key departures.
The Denver Nuggets selected Arkansas forward Trevon Brazile with the 35th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, rewarding a career marked by resilience, statistical versatility and a coach‑driven resurgence.
Selected in the second round of the NBA Draft, Richie Saunders hopes to translate his college success at BYU into professional impact with the Memphis Grizzlies.
Arike Ogunbowale continues to adapt alongside Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, delivering clutch performances that have helped the Dallas Wings climb to an 11‑6 record.
A coalition of 15 former basketball players has filed a lawsuit to block the NCAA’s five-year eligibility rule, arguing that it unfairly restricts their ability to compete in the 2026-27 season.
Derrick White, an NBA champion and Olympic gold‑medalist, has been named the University of Colorado's inaugural President of Basketball Strategy, bringing his professional experience and a $2 million gift to reshape the program’s future.
Trevon Brazile was selected 35th overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a college career that spanned two schools, a torn ACL, and a breakout season under John Calipari.
Garfield High School will welcome alumnus and NBA star Brandon Roy as its new head coach for the boys basketball program during a live press event on Thursday at 1 p.m.
After a Sweet 16 run left only two veterans, Ole Miss is banking on Adam "Budd" Clark to fill the point‑guard void and spark a quick SEC turnaround.
Duke sophomore Isaiah Evans, a top 3‑point shooter and second‑leading scorer, was chosen 33rd overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, adding a new chapter to his budding professional career.
Meleek Thomas, Arkansas guard, was selected 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers after a standout college season that included an SEC Tournament title and Sweet 16 run.
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Arkansas standout Meleek Thomas with the 34th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, eyeing his shooting and defensive skills for future growth.