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After two seasons as the Tigers’ leading scorer, Mark Mitchell is preparing for the 2026 NBA Draft, showcasing a versatile game that could translate into a valuable reserve role.
With the upcoming basketball season on the horizon, BYU’s coaching staff is zeroing in on a skilled big man to anchor the lineup, while evaluating a handful of international prospects.
Guard Chris Johnson, a senior transfer, has officially joined the Oregon State Beavers men's basketball team, promising immediate impact with his proven scoring ability and seasoned presence.
With a No. 3 seed projection, a revamped lineup and a challenging non‑conference slate, the Crimson Tide aim to build on recent Sweet 16 and Final Four successes.
On June 17, 2026, the Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village (SBEV) Jr. NBA All‑Star event brought together Flint’s budding basketball talent, mentorship and a surprise appearance by Hornets star Miles Bridges at the Insight Health and Fitness Center.
The University of Wisconsin basketball program opened its summer camp on June 15, introducing a roster bolstered by seven new players. Early storylines highlight Owen Foxwell's playmaking, heightened guard depth, and the need to improve individual offensive creation.
Gene Bess, who led the Three Rivers Raiders to two national junior college titles, passed away at 91, leaving behind a wife, two children, grandchildren and a legacy of mentorship.
Rising guard Agot Makeer, a dual citizen of the United States and Canada, has been selected for Canada's senior women's national basketball team training camp in Montreal, setting the stage for upcoming exhibition games and the Olympic pre‑qualifying tournament in Mexico.
Alabama's upcoming conference slate features top‑ranked foes such as Auburn, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee, while Ole Miss will be the only SEC team to host and travel to Tuscaloosa.
An analysis of the incoming transfers, their potential roles, and the range of outcomes that could define Virginia's season.
Brad Brownell expresses confidence in his new assistant coaches, citing chemistry and new assets that will strengthen Clemson’s basketball program.
First‑time head coach Justin Gainey uses strategic transfers to maintain NC State's competitive edge and preserve its tournament prospects amid major roster changes.
Offseason practices have begun for the Wisconsin Badgers, introducing seven fresh faces. Among them, Australian forward Isaac Riddle remains stuck in visa processing, a delay that the player says is more about his own growth than the squad's prospects.
Jason 'J' Batt, formerly deputy athletics director at Alabama, joins the University of Kentucky with a vision shaped by Nick Saban’s consistency and strategic evolution, targeting sustained success across basketball and football while leveraging revenue growth.
Mississippi State's women's basketball program is entering a pivotal season as head coach Sam Purcell finalizes a roster that blends experience with fresh talent. The 2026‑27 squad features six transfers and two incoming freshmen, each selected for their ability to contribute immediately.
On3/Rivals’ early projection places Iowa State at No. 19, highlighting a defensive‑focused lineup that blends returners and transfers.
Thomas Haugh, a consensus All‑American forward, chose to remain at the University of Florida for another season despite being projected as a lottery pick, citing advice from Draymond Green and the prospect of over $10 million in name, image and likeness earnings.
Jaleesa Sams, a former North Carolina A&T assistant and Rust College revitalizer, is now leading Wilberforce University's women's basketball team, bringing a blend of on‑court success and academic focus.
After losing nine of their top players, the Cardinals have added a wave of transfers and freshmen, climbing to seventh in the nation on FanDuel's championship odds and earning a No. 2 seed projection from ESPN.
Vanderbilt sophomore Tyler Tanner, a rising NBA prospect, discusses his offseason regimen, defensive growth and draft ambitions ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.
With the 2026 NBA Draft set for next Wednesday, three Tennessee standouts — including transfer Juke Harris — are poised to make an impact, even as early projections omit the sharpshooter from the top 30.
Freshman forward Darryn Peterson is generating buzz as a top‑two prospect for the 2026 NBA Draft, with mock projections placing him behind only AJ Dybantsa.
After a standout sophomore season, Tyler Tanner is refining his game with NBA prospects, focusing on defense, leadership and shooting to secure a first‑round spot in the 2026 draft.
Freshman Darryn Peterson is projected as the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but health concerns keep him from the top spot.