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Connor Piskin has been named Director of Basketball Operations at Longwood University, bringing a track record of achievement and a selfless mindset to the role.
Syracuse University has confirmed its complete 15‑man roster for the upcoming 2026‑27 season, featuring a mix of returnees, incoming freshmen and college transfers, highlighted by commitments from Ethan Butler and Calvin Russell III.
A look at New York's recent Knicks championship celebration, the historic ABA titles of the Nets, and the personal reflections that tie together generations of city sports lore.
The Antioch City Council recognized the Cornerstone Christian School varsity basketball teams for their recent state championship victories, presenting plaques and proclamations at a special ceremony.
After a breakout season that saw him dominate the ASUN and earn multiple honors, Collin Parker is now training with two NBA franchises as he pursues a professional career
The Atlantic Sun's third‑ranked scorer signs with St. John's, bringing a proven scoring arsenal and defensive grit to the Red Storm.
A look at the upcoming season, key players and the significance of the new schedule for North Carolina's women's basketball program.
In the latest NBA Finals, Karl-Anthony Towns has delivered standout performances, drawing high praise from Yahoo Sports analyst Kevin O'Connor, who reflects on his evolving view of the player.
Jan Vide, a 6‑foot‑6 combo guard from Slovenia, has pledged to the University of Virginia for the 2026‑27 campaign, bringing a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive flexibility to a backcourt that already features Chance Mallory and a host of other dynamic players.
A look at how basketball has been translated into drama, musical comedy and activist theater, highlighting landmark productions and their cultural impact.
Following a shooting during a ‘teen takeover’ at Frank J. Debelak Park, the city has permanently closed the basketball courts as officials investigate and urge calm.
Ethan Butler, a highly touted prospect from New York City, has pledged to join the Syracuse Orange for the 2026‑27 season, sealing the last open roster position.
Duke’s 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule pits the Blue Devils against three Final Four teams, including a national championship participant, and includes games against Michigan State, Gonzaga, Georgia and Florida. The schedule also features a home matchup with Illinois and a road test at Florida, all aimed at sharpening a young roster for postseason play.
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Gabe Sularski, a dual‑citizen guard with elite size and defensive skill, has signed with California, adding depth and global experience to the program.
Virginia Tech is finalizing a nine‑player roster that blends returning players and transfers, yet the squad has no proven game‑changing scorer.
UNC is pursuing Oregon’s Wei Lin, a guard who averaged 6.6 points and 1.7 assists last season, to add depth and experience to a roster brimming with NBA talent.
Senegalese big man Ismaila Diagne has signed with the University of San Francisco, adding top‑tier college and professional pedigree to the Bulls roster for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign.
The Crimson Tide will open the 2026‑27 campaign on November 2 at home against Sam Houston, a series that adds to a demanding non‑conference slate featuring Miami, Seton Hall, St. John's and a trip to New York.
Georgia will open its 2026‑27 campaign at home against the North Carolina Central Eagles on Nov. 2, marking the third meeting in program history and the start of a demanding non‑conference slate that includes the ACC/SEC Challenge, the Jimmy V Classic and the ESPN Events Invitational.
The Volunteers' 2026‑27 roster blends proven contributors with highly touted newcomers, featuring standout stats from transfers like Juke Harris and Terrence Hill Jr., as well as promising freshmen and sophomores.
A fresh basketball decal appeared at a subway entrance near Madison Square Garden ahead of Game 2 of the NBA Finals, where the Knicks edged the Spurs 105-104, setting the stage for a Monday showdown back at the Garden.
Recent early exits and a historical pattern of missed opportunities cast doubt on BYU's tournament pedigree, even as the program eyes a resurgence under new leadership.
The Wildcats' 2026 Final Four run, Lloyd's contract extension, and the program's long‑term vision.