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The Canadian forward’s 24‑point final outing and consistent scoring helped secure the title over Taoyuan Pauian, earning him the tournament’s Most Valuable Player award.
Fresno Pacific University announces the appointment of Daniel Dyck as head coach of the men's basketball program, marking a homecoming for a coach whose recent successes at Point Loma Nazarene University have reshaped the landscape of Division II basketball.
The Newman School in Boston has hired Justin Perron as its new head boys basketball coach, replacing Jackson Johnson who moved to IMG Academy. Perron brings a Class B Large championship pedigree and hopes to build on the school's recent 18‑3 record and No. 100 ranking.
The Cougars' roster has been emptied by transfers, with every player finding a new home. Their destinations range from The Citadel to Northwestern, Missouri, UMass, Pitt, Oregon State and Fresno State, reshaping the team's future.
An exploration of Jon Scheyer’s remarkable playing achievements, his place among Duke’s scoring greats, and the lasting impact of his disciplined, all‑court style.
A Saturday afternoon brawl at a local youth basketball tournament led to arrests and second-degree breach of peace charges, though no injuries were reported.
The Tar Heels aim for a fifth national championship as they face Northwestern, recalling iconic UNC moments from the 2009 basketball title to Erin Matson’s game‑winning goal.
UCLA’s 2025‑26 season ended with a Big Ten title game appearance and an NCAA second‑round exit, highlighting both breakthroughs and persistent gaps that the program aims to close.
USC's revamped roster under Eric Musselman could finally translate into NCAA Tournament success, while UCLA's quiet offseason raises concerns about competitiveness.
Indiana University is reportedly negotiating entry into the Diamond Cup for the 2027‑28 season, a move that would pit the Hoosiers against a slate of national powerhouses while the program welcomes a wave of transfer talent and recent coaching engagements.
The Badgers are focusing on summer workouts, evaluating returning players, and rethinking their Moneyball approach after losing John Blackwell, with optimism for an NCAA Tournament return.
Syracuse University is deepening its recruitment efforts for the Classes of 2027 and 2028, extending scholarship offers to top high school talents while the AAU spring season reaches its peak and the 2028 contact period looms on June 15.
Iowa's senior guard Kael Combs discusses his expectations for the upcoming summer workouts and the offseason focus that he hopes will sharpen his game for the 2026‑27 campaign.
The former Dayton guard is set to join California State University, Bakersfield, bringing a stint in Belgium's top league and the endorsement of Coach Todd Lee. His arrival coincides with a series of transfers that could reshape the program's outlook.
A large fight broke out during a youth basketball game at McGee Middle School, leading to the arrest of three adults on breach of peace charges.
From Duke's steady hand under Jon Scheyer to Virginia's early strides with Ryan Odom, the Atlantic Coast Conference is witnessing a mix of stability and transformation as coaches confront evolving challenges.
At the Adidas 3SSB showcase in Mishawaka, Indiana, UNC basketball coach Michael Malone turned his attention to three of the nation’s most coveted high school prospects.
Coach Eric Peterson has overhauled the South Dakota men's basketball squad by bringing in experienced transfers while navigating a wave of player exits.
A three‑star point guard’s transfer to St. Paul VI Catholic High School has sparked scholarship offers and interest from Syracuse, highlighting his rapid rise in the DMV basketball scene.
The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-108, extending a winning streak that puts them one game away from their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999.
Indiana has extended an offer to five-star forward Antoine Caughman Jr., a versatile talent from Columbia who announced the news on social media, joining a shortlist that includes UCLA and Cal.
Two Kansas freshmen, Davion Adkins and Taylen Kinney, have been named finalists for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's Under 18 National Team after a competitive training camp in Colorado Springs. They are poised to represent the United States at the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Mexico, where the U.S. will open against Argentina on June 1.
The Knicks defeated the Cavaliers 121-108, taking a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference finals and extending their playoff win streak to ten games.
The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-108 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, moving within one win of their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. Jalen Brunson led the way with 30 points, while Mikal Bridges added 22.