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Virginia’s men’s basketball team is bolstered by the arrival of Jan Vide, a 6‑foot‑6 guard expected to complement point guard Chance Mallory and strengthen the roster for a championship push.
Milan Momcilovic’s commitment lifts Kentucky to a top‑two transfer‑portal ranking, trims their 2027 NCAA odds and fuels expectations for a season that could blend elite rim protection with a potent offense.
Guard Isaac Taveras has withdrawn from the transfer portal and committed to Southern Miss for the upcoming 2026‑27 season, bringing back a proven scorer and playmaker.
Seventy‑two years after clinching their third Spanish Basketball Cup, Real Madrid’s 1954 final remains a benchmark of early basketball excellence.
Georgia alumnus and major donor Adam Wexler argues the NCAA must clarify its rules as LSU adds five players with pro experience to its roster.
Gunars Grinvalds, a 6‑foot‑7 Latvian forward with EuroLeague experience, announced his commitment to UCLA, joining a roster that has seen mixed success with European players and will compete for minutes alongside returning veterans.
The University of North Texas announced the hiring of Cole Christian, a seasoned assistant with stints at Iowa State, South Dakota State, Murray State and the University of Akron, where he helped shape NBA prospects.
From a basketball‑laden childhood in Germany to a decisive move across continents, Frieda Bühner’s path to the Portland Fire is marked by adaptability, family support, and a relentless search for the right fit.
The UTRGV Vaqueros posted a 19‑win season, captured a conference‑record 14 wins, and reached a program‑best KenPom ranking, highlighting a breakthrough year for Rio Grande Valley basketball.
Four-star guard Jalen Brown, ranked No. 3 in Wisconsin and No. 66 nationally, has pledged to Wisconsin, a commitment that could reshape the program’s backcourt and signal a shift toward home‑grown talent.
The NCAA has permanently barred four Alabama State basketball players for conspiring to throw a December 2024 game, a scheme uncovered when a teammate transferred and reported the plot.
The Razorbacks will welcome the Chippewas on Dec. 22, marking the second meeting in program history. With key players entering the NBA Draft and new transfers joining the fold, the game promises fresh storylines.
Butler University announced the hiring of Andrew Steele as director of player development, filling the role vacated by Aaron Thompson. Steele, a former Alabama captain with extensive coaching experience, will work under head coach Ronald Nored to enhance player growth and program continuity.
Coach Matt Thune has announced the addition of Evan Hamey, Bella Hays and Amber Kartchner, highlighting their size, experience and cultural fit for the upcoming season.
The Razorbacks open their home schedule against the Chippewas on Dec. 22, featuring new transfers, returning veterans and a glimpse of next year’s recruiting class.
H-E-B commits half a million dollars to build new basketball courts in underserved Texas communities, partnering with the Spurs organization and surprising fans with tickets and giveaways.
Tennessee’s upcoming non‑conference basketball slate features home games against Florida State and Michigan State, a road trip to North Carolina State, and a high‑profile stint at the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, marking the first time since 2020‑21 that the Vols will host two Power Five opponents at home.
A scheduled college basketball game between the Duke Blue Devils and Michigan Wolverines is being relocated to Miami after FOX's territorial rights and conference jurisdiction issues prevented its execution at the original New York venue.
Al Hamilton, a seasoned coach with stints at Ferris State, Madonna University and elite club teams, has been named head boys varsity basketball coach at Battle Creek Central, succeeding Durant Crum and inheriting a mission to revive the program’s historic success.
Georgia Tech and Alabama will meet in the fourth edition of the SEC/ACC Challenge on December 3, 2026. The game adds to a series that Alabama leads 5‑2, while the Tide enter the matchup after a 24‑11 season and an NCAA second‑round run.
Azia Himeur, a former Lady Buffs standout, is now an assistant coach for the West Texas A&M women's basketball program, bringing her defensive expertise and deep program knowledge to the staff.
After leading the University of Wisconsin‑Oshkosh women’s basketball team to unprecedented heights, Brad Fischer is moving on to a Division I role, leaving behind a legacy of 13 consecutive 20‑win seasons and six WIAC Coach of the Year awards.
Syracuse will travel to Norman on Dec. 1, 2026, marking its inaugural game at Oklahoma’s homecourt and renewing a series that last produced a national‑title‑contending clash in 2003.
After two productive seasons at Hutchinson Community College, 6‑foot‑11 forward Noelle Anthon has signed with Marquette University, adding a versatile inside‑out presence to the program as it reshapes its roster for the 2026‑27 season.