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Ticket deposits are now available for the upcoming 2026‑27 men’s and women’s basketball seasons at UNCG, with games set for Bodford Arena. New leadership on the men’s side and a proven record for the women’s team set the stage for an exciting year.
FIBA Europe and the Albanian Basketball Federation convened in Munich to outline a joint roadmap for youth development, grassroots projects and referee education, reinforcing support for the next two four‑year cycles.
The University of Evansville and the University of Southern Indiana will meet on November 7 at Ford Center for the River City Classic, a neutral‑site contest that marks their first encounter since 2019 and the first as Division I rivals. The game, featuring a 50‑50 ticket split and a capacity crowd of 11,000, is part of a broader athletic alliance that includes seven other sports. Recent seasons have been challenging for both programs, but new roster pieces, coaching extensions and a shared venue signal a renewed rivalry.
The Hoosiers will host the Tar Heels in a much‑anticipated preseason exhibition on Oct. 18, marking the first meeting since North Carolina appointed Michael Malone as head coach.
The 2026 HighSchoolOT All‑State Boys Basketball Team celebrates the top senior talent from North Carolina, featuring a historic fourth‑time first‑team selection and a deep roster of multi‑year standouts.
A high‑profile meeting in Munich brings FIBA Europe’s leadership together with the Albanian Basketball Federation to accelerate grassroots growth, referee education and international participation.
Indiana will host North Carolina in a preseason exhibition on Oct. 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, continuing a series that underscores both programs' elite status and their strategic use of high‑profile non‑conference games.
The Hoosiers and Tar Heels will meet on Oct. 18 in Indianapolis, marking their 16th all‑time encounter. Tickets go on sale June 18.
Three University of Arkansas players are generating significant buzz for the upcoming NBA Draft, each linked to distinct teams and roles.
On November 11, 2026, the University of South Florida will face St. Joseph's at the U.S. Naval Academy in a tournament that blends athletic competition with a tribute to service members.
Impulse AI's no‑code platform let a predictive agent correctly forecast three major upsets in the 2026 NBA playoffs, beating ESPN, betting markets and other analysts while requiring no data‑science expertise.
Kevin McCullar Jr. captured his first NBA championship as the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 Finals, joining a distinguished list of former Kansas players who have won league titles.
The Hawks will square off against the Bulls on November 11, a game steeped in tradition and broadcast live on CBS Sports Network.
The 13th edition of the Veterans Classic will showcase four postseason‑bound programs in a doubleheader that honors veterans while highlighting the U.S. Naval Academy's basketball tradition.
Indiana University will host North Carolina in an exhibition game on Oct. 18 at Indianapolis, featuring new coach Mike Malone and a historic series that favors the Hoosiers.
Marshall University announced the appointment of Peyton Ilderton to a new operational role, highlighting her distinguished playing career and academic achievements.
North Park University announced the hiring of Tyshaun "TJ" Cobbs as its new men's basketball assistant coach, reuniting a distinguished alumnus with the program that shaped his career.
The University of Pennsylvania men's basketball team will travel to the United States Naval Academy on November 11 for the 13th annual Veterans Classic, featuring a doubleheader against Saint Joseph's, USF and Navy, with historic significance and a tribute to service members.
A look at the career of Kyan Evans, the Missouri Gatorade Player of the Year, as he joins the University of Minnesota basketball program.
Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Mark Byington received the 2026 Loos Award for his advocacy work, spurred by his partner's stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis, and his longstanding collaboration with cancer‑focused organizations.
An AI system developed by Impulse AI correctly forecasted three major upsets in the 2026 NBA playoffs, surpassing established analysts and wagering platforms without any human‑crafted code.
Butler University announces a two‑year home‑and‑home series with Pittsburgh, highlighted by a season‑opening game at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Nov. 13. The Panthers are entering the season with a 13‑20 record and a roster featuring 13 new players, while Butler’s nonconference slate also includes games against North Carolina, Nebraska, Boise State and several other opponents.
The University of Pittsburgh and Butler University have confirmed a home‑and‑home men’s basketball series for the 2026‑27 season, reviving a rivalry that dates back nearly a century.
Recent WNBA action featured career‑high scoring, milestone achievements and emerging storylines for several former South Carolina standouts.