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Congolese forward Flory Bidunga has withdrawn from the NBA draft to play for the Louisville Cardinals in the 2026‑27 season, turning down a late‑first‑round projection for a college career that could bring significant compensation.
Coach John Gallagher announced the signing of junior forward Isaac Johnson, a defensive standout whose accolades include Region 1 Defensive Player of the Year and multiple All‑American honors.
Jaylen Curry, a 6‑foot‑1 guard, joins the Virginia Tech men’s basketball program after a junior year that saw him score a season‑high 30 points and average double‑digit points.
Minnesota State University opens season ticket sales for football and basketball, featuring coach Todd Hoffner's 16th year, upcoming home game schedules, and student free admission with a MavCard.
The Jaspers welcome All‑Region standout Laura Ring, who brings a blend of scoring, rebounding and international experience after two seasons at Central Wyoming College.
Speculation about Cameron Boozer's draft destination intensifies, with multiple franchises weighing strategic moves.
The Big Ten's upcoming season will be marked by high‑profile transfers who bring scoring, rebounding, size and shooting prowess to their new programs.
With a two‑month break after the regular season, South Carolina’s women’s basketball standouts are trading the SEC for half‑court battles across Asia, Europe and South America, using 3X3 tournaments to sharpen conditioning and gain experience that translates back to the NCAA.
Southeast Missouri State University announced the addition of guard Kycen Pruett to its 2026‑27 men's basketball roster, highlighting his background at Coastal Georgia, Marshall and a standout prep career.
Four starters return, including Nigerian center Rueben Chinyelu, rising senior Alex Condon and sophomore Thomas Haugh, while Denzel Aberdeen awaits NCAA clearance and coach Todd Golden adds new talent.
A look at the standout performances of Iowa State commits and targets during the recent Nike EYBL Session III in Kansas City.
At the grand opening of his new motorsports shop, Karl Malone attracted supporters from across the country, sharing memories of his record‑breaking NBA journey and emphasizing the joy he found on the court.
Taylor Swift and her fiancé Travis Kelce attended Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals, sparking fan excitement as Kelce cheered for the Cavaliers and the couple’s celebrity presence highlighted the crossover of sports and entertainment.
The NBA playoffs have reached a crescendo that feels like a living laboratory for basketball evolution, with the Spurs and Thunder leading a new era of play.
Flory Bidunga has officially committed to Louisville after pulling out of the NBA Draft, and the program is now aggressively pursuing Milan Momcilovic to solidify its Final Four aspirations.
Rivers Knight, a 3‑star recruit from Durham, North Carolina, pledged to Purdue, adding to one of the most highly rated classes in Boilermaker history. With a deep lineup of big men, his path to playing time will depend on development and potential redshirting.
With summer workouts looming, Iowa’s rising sophomore hybrid guard Tate Sage is sharpening his game and mindset ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign
The 2026 ACC recruiting cycle is defined by portal shifts, global scouting and a re‑imagined approach to high‑school talent, producing a roster of notable signings across the conference.
The newly appointed trio at Rutgers draws on shared experience at Louisiana State University to reshape the women's basketball program, emphasizing both scholarly achievement and competitive ambition.
The NAACP and Congressional Black Caucus have urged Black athletes to boycott SEC institutions over voting‑rights issues, but the discussion must also spotlight the dominant women’s basketball programs and their leaders, from Dawn Staley to Kim Mulkey.
With summer workouts looming, Iowa’s rising sophomore hybrid player Tate Sage is the focus of the latest preview, highlighting his development and the team’s upcoming schedule.
A strong finish to the 2025‑26 campaign has set the stage for an aggressive push in the next recruiting cycle, with the program eyeing several elite talents.
Duke’s continuity and fresh transfers give it an edge over a UNC team reshaped by recent coaching upheaval.
Incoming freshman Jasiah Jervis, a 6‑4 guard, is projected as a potential one‑and‑done talent and could start Michigan State’s opener, joining a backcourt that includes Jeremy Fears Jr. and Carlos Medlock Jr.