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David Cobb’s initial bracketology for the 2026‑27 NCAA Tournament omits Michigan State from the top two seeds, prompting reactions from Spartan supporters as the season looms.
After a rocky start to the 2025 campaign, the Dallas Wings have reshaped their roster and philosophy, giving Paige Bueckers a more playmaking role that is already paying dividends.
John Calipari has secured Ilia Frolov, a 6‑foot‑11 Russian big man, to address Arkansas' interior needs and complement a deep recruiting class.
Yvonne Ejim, Gonzaga's all‑time leading scorer, has been invited to Canada's Senior Women's National Team training camp in Montreal as the squad readies for the FIBA Women's Olympic prequalifying tournament in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Despite being the league's least experienced squad, the Washington Mystics are turning close contests into victories, driven by emerging talent and a coach bullish on the future.
Great Osobor, a former Washington Huskies standout, was recently spotted in the team's renovated facility, reigniting discussions about his career trajectory after a season‑ending injury in Germany and a lucrative NIL deal.
This summer, the Montana State women's basketball program is hosting a series of youth camps across the state, blending skill development with community engagement and mentorship.
Gonzaga will host New Mexico State on November 7, 2026, in its inaugural home game of the Pac‑12 era, a rematch that revisits a 2013‑14 victory led by Sam Dower, Kevin Pangos and Gerard Coleman. The Bulldogs' schedule also features contests against Purdue, LSU, Kansas State, Creighton, Michigan State, Duke, UCLA and Oregon, culminating in a February 2027 showdown with Duke at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena.
The Cyclones will field a markedly different squad next year after losing Joshua Jefferson, Nate Heise, Tamin Lipsey and Momcilovic, with transfers like JaQuan Johnson expected to lead the offense.
Center Carter Welling’s ACL injury sustained in the ACC Tournament could sideline him until December, prompting Coach Brad Brownell to rely on transfers and freshmen for the early slate of games.
During the New York Knicks' championship parade, a fan seized a Knicks‑themed trash can, emptied its contents and later flaunted the loot on a subway, a clip that quickly spread across social platforms.
Maryland’s head coach Brenda Frese reshapes her squad with key transfers and recruits, emphasizing versatility, work ethic and a new approach to free‑throw pressure as the team prepares for a demanding season.
Gene Bess, who amassed over 1,300 victories and two NJCAA championships during a half-century at Three Rivers College, died at 91. His Hall of Fame induction highlighted a career defined by mentorship and relentless excellence.
French forward‑guard Juwan Ekanga-Ehawa has committed to Gonzaga University, bringing his proven scoring and defensive skills from JL Bourg and Chorale Roanne, as well as a silver medal with France’s U‑17 national team.
The Phoenix Mercury ended a four-game losing streak with a dominant 93-73 win over the Seattle Storm, highlighted by a 14-0 third-quarter run and strong performances from Valeriane Ayayi and Kahleah Copper.
The Trojans finished a perfect 25‑0 season, captured the Class A state title and secured a decisive 77.57% of the vote for the Argus Leader’s top honor.
The board approved agreements that guarantee $400,000 annual salaries for the new basketball aide and six-figure wages for the baseball staff, while outlining termination payouts and tournament incentives.
The Gamecocks have added Mathias Alessandro, Nasir Hines and Ford Wilder, while coach Lamont Paris faces pressure to return the program to the tournament.
AJ Williams, a standout from Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, is drawing attention from Duke, Alabama, Florida State, Kansas and UNC while contemplating a move to the 2027 class.
Former Alabama guard Trevor Lacey launched his inaugural basketball camp in North Alabama, offering fundamentals to youth while emphasizing community support and mentorship.
After withdrawing from the NBA draft, guard John Mobley Jr. will anchor Ohio State's offense with his 41.1% three‑point accuracy and starting role.
Real Madrid clinched their 35th Spanish Basketball League championship seven years ago, defeating Barcelona in a four‑game series and completing a season that featured 28 regular‑league wins, a Super Cup triumph and playoff sweeps of Manresa and Valencia Basket.
Las Vegas native Dominique Ford, a current University of San Diego basketball player, returned home to run a free camp with the nonprofit Affect The Youth, emphasizing mentorship, community support, and giving back.
A high‑level basketball league featuring local college and professional players will begin this weekend at Edison Tech, offering competition, camaraderie and a chance for athletes like Zekiah Owens and Christian Simmons to shine.