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Brian Stasaitis has been named head basketball coach at Connecticut State Gateway's NJCAA Division III program, bringing a blend of prep‑school and professional experience to a team that last competed in the 2022‑23 season.
From bronze tributes to championship banners, Seattle’s basketball culture thrives despite the NBA’s absence, driven by legendary figures, homegrown talent, and a growing franchise.
The annual UAB men’s basketball golf tournament returns on September 16 at Highland Park Golf Course, with all proceeds earmarked for the Competitive Excellence Fund. Coach Andy Kennedy highlights the team’s recent successes as the event seeks community support.
From June 24‑26, the College of Southern Idaho will host a girls basketball camp that unites 19 high school teams for a showcase and recruitment opportunity, with new head coach Brenden Wheeler emphasizing the camp’s dual purpose of exposure and talent identification.
Pending board approval, Mark Chicone will replace Brian Fulton as Riverside High School’s head coach, ushering in a new era as the team prepares for its entry into the Greater Cleveland Conference.
Dusty May’s move to the NBA follows a weekend of negotiations, while Mike Boynton Jr. steps in as interim coach for a Michigan team expected to contend among the nation’s elite.
The NBA draft will descend upon the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, this week, turning the iconic arena into a stage for 60 selections spread across two rounds. The event will be televised nationally by ESPN and streamed on ABC, bringing the drama to millions of viewers. Tennessee's basketball program, under head coach Rick Barnes, has produced 57 all‑time NBA draft picks, and a steady stream of alumni are being selected each year, highlighting the university's growing influence on the professional game.
From leading Purdue to an Elite Eight run to becoming the NCAA’s all‑time assist leader, Braden Smith is projected as a second‑round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, drawing comparisons to past trailblazers.
Despite a lucrative NBA overture, Jon Scheyer elected to remain at Duke, where he continues to shape a new generation of talent.
Projected as the 47th overall pick by the Phoenix Suns, Nkrumah's rise from Division III to the NBA Draft combine highlights a rare blend of skill and visibility for HBCU athletes.
Head coach Raina Harmon explains how character, continuity and a challenging non‑conference schedule will define the Eagles' new era.
The NBA Draft conversation is heating up as teams scout the next wave of talent, and few storylines have generated as much buzz than the prospects emerging from Kentucky's recent roster.
Three Yellow Jackets players are drawing NBA attention, each bringing a distinct skill set that could translate to the next level.
The Manhattan Jaspers welcome redshirt sophomore forward Kevin Kearney, whose high‑school pedigree and college experience promise to bolster the team's performance both on and off the court.
In his first weeks on campus, freshman guard Prince‑Alexander Moody has already caught the attention of coaches and teammates, signaling a potential role as a backup combo guard for the Hoosiers.
Five‑star forward Malachi Jordan is set to begin his senior year at Prolific Prep after a whirlwind high school career, with an official visit to Tennessee scheduled for late September.
A civil complaint alleges that former South Salem High School coach Gregory Eide sexually abused a student beginning at age 15 and that the district failed to protect her.
The blockbuster trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat also moved Arkansas alumni Bobby Portis to Miami and Kel'el Ware to Milwaukee, reshaping rosters and future plans.
A look at Caitlin Clark’s record‑setting points per game, the backlash from analyst Jason Whitlock over her on‑court behavior, and the ripple effects on the Indiana Fever and the Atlanta Dream.
Kennesaw State University announced a four‑coach expansion that brings extensive Division I and professional experience to the Owls' bench.
The Charlotte Crown’s recent triumphs and community enthusiasm signal a renewed push to bring top‑level women’s basketball back to Charlotte, echoing the city’s storied past and future ambitions.
After Dusty May left Michigan for an NBA role, Rodny Gayle Jr. voiced surprise but support, as the program taps interim coach Mike Boynton Jr.—a recruiter who helped land stars like Cade Cunningham—to steer the team forward.
UConn’s towering center Tarris Reed Jr. is projected to be selected near the end of the first round, blending interior strength with rebounding instincts that appeal to contending teams.
The 2026 NBA Draft is emerging as one of the deepest in decades, sparking debate among analysts and former players about which prospect the Washington Wizards should select with the first overall pick. Personal memories of the 1978 Bullets championship add a nostalgic layer to the conversation, while University of Florida voices offer differing opinions on the ideal choice.