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Despite a depleted roster, Real Madrid battled Olympiacos in Athens, with Mario Hezonja and Trey Lyles shining, but controversial calls and a missed three by Andrés Feliz proved decisive.
The YMCA of Greater Rochester is set to host the Gus Macker Tournament, a nationwide 3‑on‑3 street basketball event, for the first time since 2019. Registration for teams of four costs $200, with all proceeds benefiting YMCAs across the Rochester area.
Real Madrid Basketball lost the EuroLeague final 92-85 to Olympiacos in Athens, hampered by injuries and a late missed three‑pointer that could have tied the game.
After a five‑year pause, the YMCA of Greater Rochester is set to host the Gus Macker Tournament at ESL Ballpark, with teams of four paying $200 to compete and support local YMCA programs.
Fresh off a strong freshman campaign, Malachi Moreno announced he will stay at Kentucky, bringing back a top‑center presence and a roster enriched by new additions as the program eyes a pivotal third year under Coach Pope.
Despite upcoming NCAA eligibility changes that could sideline several veterans, Iowa State secures its international recruits and adds fresh talent through the portal and high school signings
Nick Boyd’s 20.7‑point average, a 38‑point game in the Big Ten Tournament, and consistent double‑digit scoring have positioned him as a promising NBA prospect.
Gregg Popovich, now serving as president of basketball operations for the San Antonio Spurs, voiced strong disapproval after a Game 3 loss, marking the first time he publicly criticized the team all season.
Rasheed Jones brings 14.8 points per game from Coastal Carolina, while Rutgers eyes key matchups against Houston and Syracuse, and former Scarlet Knights stars Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey earn NBA All‑Rookie honors.
Star forward Jean-Philippe Oka, who left Abidjan for San Francisco, aims to guide Côte d'Ivoire's first-ever appearance at the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup and contend for the tournament's Most Valuable Player award.
A look at five memorable meetings between Westminster and St. John’s, highlighted by the first-ever college basketball doubleheader at Madison Square Garden in 1934.
Victor Wembanyama delivered 33 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs evened the Western Conference Finals at 2‑2, while the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to defend their title.
Caitlin Clark's jersey has become one of the most coveted items in basketball merchandise, ranking only behind Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors shirt in sales since the start of 2024. The surge in demand places Clark ahead of traditional superstars such as LeBron James and Luka Doncic, while rising phenom Victor Wembanyama rounds out the top five. Clark's rapid ascent is rooted in a stellar international résumé: she captured two U19 Women's Basketball World Cup titles and a U16 AmeriCup, and was named MVP of the recent FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Puerto Rico, where she posted 11.6 points and 6.4 assists per game. Now she will lead the United States into the World Cup in Berlin, where the American squad is drawn into Group D alongside Czechia, China and Italy, a bracket that promises intense competition as the team chases a historic fifth straight world championship. The buzz surrounding Clark's merchandise reflects a broader cultural shift, as record‑breaking viewership and sales signal growing appetite for the women's game on the global stage. Organizers say the tournament will showcase the sport's expanding reach, with fans across Germany, the United States, Slovenia, France, Puerto Rico, Czechia, China and Italy tuning in to watch the action unfold.
In a dominant 103‑82 win, the San Antonio Spurs tied the Western Conference finals at 2‑2, with Victor Wembanyama delivering a rare blend of scoring, playmaking and defense that left the Thunder scrambling.
The San Antonio Spurs forced a turnaround in the Western Conference finals, posting a 103-82 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 to knot the series at 2-2. Wembanyama's all‑around effort, highlighted by a first‑team All‑NBA nod, overshadowed a Thunder offense that managed a season‑low point total while turning the ball over 20 times. The next showdown arrives Tuesday in Oklahoma City, where the stakes will be even higher.
Donovan Dent, the 2024‑25 Mountain West Player of the Year, announced his retirement from professional basketball, citing a desire to give back to the youth and start training.
The University of Iowa’s Hawkeye community will converge in Muscatine for a spring event featuring basketball, football and wrestling coaches, with registration now open.
NaLyssa Smith’s breakout performances and relentless defense have positioned her as a pivotal piece of the Las Vegas Aces’ title chase.
Cade Cunningham’s historic All‑NBA First Team selection and the Pistons’ 60‑win season mark a turning point for Detroit, but the franchise still faces the challenge of building a roster capable of turning promise into a title.
After pulling out of the NBA draft, Malachi Moreno will suit up for Kentucky again in 2026‑27, giving the program a rare home‑grown talent and a boost heading into a pivotal season.
After a promising freshman campaign, Malachi Moreno will stay with Kentucky Basketball rather than enter the 2026 NBA Draft, a move that locks down the starting center role and influences the team's upcoming roster decisions.
At 22, Donovan Dent trades a promising pro career for a mission to mentor young athletes, launch a basketball academy and settle in Albuquerque with his partner Katelyn Estrada.
A deep dive into Iowa's pursuit of top point guard prospects, the staff's hands‑on evaluation at major circuits, and the emerging name that could reshape the backcourt.
Freshman center Malachi Moreno has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft, opting to return to Kentucky for another season as he aims to ascend to the top prospect status for the 2027 draft.