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Despite a 3‑6 record and a string of setbacks, the Chicago Sky are leaning on coach Tyler Marsh and a deep belief in teamwork to reverse a slide that has left them near the bottom of the league.
After eleven years as an assistant and a decade leading the C team, Daniel Horton is poised to lead the Roughriders girls basketball program, blending tradition with fresh vision.
The Duke‑Michigan showdown is set to make history by being played in a baseball stadium, reshaping how college basketball approaches broadcast deals and venue selection.
George Mason University announced the signing of Bryton Barrett, a highly touted wing from Maryland, as part of a recruiting class that also includes guard Peyton Miller and forward Shane Pendergrass.
Mike Parme has been hired as the new director of analytics for UVA Basketball, bringing experience from VCU and a Bard College economics degree to the Virginia men's program.
The Razorbacks are set to field a new-look squad for the upcoming season, anchored by returning guard Emily Robinson and redshirt sophomore Aisha Hassan.
Arkansas women's basketball welcomes Kelsi Musick, whose experience and chemistry with the revamped roster have coaches and teammates excited about a competitive season ahead.
Auburn University’s men’s basketball team has added Middle Tennessee to its non‑conference slate, sparking excitement from Coach Bruce Pearl as the first‑ever Rocket City Classic showdown approaches.
The Blue Raiders have locked in a challenging non‑conference slate that includes a game against Auburn in the Rocket City Classic and a trip to Kansas, offering both prestige and preparation for the upcoming season.
The Stick and Move Camp in Charlottesville blends basketball drills with boxing workouts, offering more than athletic training as coaches from Legacy Driven, Wartime Fitness and Flow Toyota aim to instill confidence, teamwork and life skills in participants.
Wichita State's men's basketball team is set to diversify its scoring options with a mix of returning front‑line stalwarts and newly signed guards who bring play‑making and perimeter threat.
The 18th Rock Chalk Roundball Classic brings together alumni from championship teams and notable players for a charity scrimmage that benefits families with children battling cancer.
The Fighting Illini enter the 2026‑27 season as top‑ranked contenders, seeking their first outright Big Ten regular‑season title since 2005.
Georgia announces its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, highlighting a first‑time meeting with Florida Gulf Coast, a $95,000 guarantee, and a lineup that includes Duke, North Carolina, and participation in the ESPN Events Invitational.
Utah Valley University announced the signing of Modestas Babraitis, a 6‑foot‑5 guard from Fort Myers, Florida, who will bolster the team as it enters its first season in the Big West Conference.
Middle Tennessee State University’s men’s basketball team has announced a challenging non‑conference schedule, highlighted by a December showdown with Auburn in Huntsville as part of the Rocket City Classic.
Auburn will open its 2026‑27 campaign with a series of high‑profile road games, highlighted by a return to Huntsville for the Rocket City Classic against Middle Tennessee on Dec. 15.
The MLK Community Center, with support from People’s Credit Union and local basketball groups, will host a free Juneteenth 3×3 basketball tournament and BBQ for 128 children aged 5‑12 on June 19, 2026.
Under third‑year coach Eric Musselman, the USC Trojans have risen to No. 12 in ESPN’s Way‑Too‑Early Top 25, fueled by the return of guards Rodney Rice and Alijah Arenas, a nine‑player recruiting haul and key transfers. The team hopes to end a four‑year NCAA tournament drought.
The Saints’ men’s basketball program welcomes 6‑5 guard Mana Martin, a recent NZU20 MVP and Canterbury Rams standout, as part of a robust 2026‑27 recruiting class.
In an exclusive interview, Josh Reed discusses his record‑setting senior season, accelerated academic achievements, and his transition to a front‑office role with the Philadelphia 76ers.
After reaching the 2025 Final Four, the Illini bring back key scorers, climb to No. 1 in The Athletic rankings and target an outright conference crown and deep NCAA run.
An analysis of the Oregon Ducks' 2025‑26 campaign reveals a team lagging behind Big Ten peers and Elite 8 standards, with key efficiency numbers and pace metrics pointing to a roster in transition and a coach tasked with major improvements.
Duke enters the 2026‑27 season with a strong returning core, high‑profile transfers and a top recruiting class, aiming to reclaim ACC supremacy.