
Drake Bulldogs Add Five New Players for 2026‑27 Season
Coach Eric Henderson announced the addition of five new athletes, including four transfers and a top high‑school prospect, ahead of the 2026‑27 basketball season.
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Coach Eric Henderson announced the addition of five new athletes, including four transfers and a top high‑school prospect, ahead of the 2026‑27 basketball season.

Mickayla Perdue, a former Horizon League Player of the Year, has transitioned to an assistant role at Eastern Illinois after a wrist injury ended her playing career at Arizona. She will work under head coach Marqus McGlothan, aiming to help the Panthers recover from a disappointing season while sharing the lessons from her own journey.

After a career‑ending injury, Jared Armstrong found a new purpose overseas. Now he builds courts, funds tournaments and mentors youth in both Israel and Philadelphia, using basketball as a catalyst for dialogue, healing and community empowerment.

Milan Momcilovic has officially signed with Kentucky, boosting the Wildcats' recruiting class and prompting notable shifts in staff and scheduling.

Guard Siri Lindsey signs with the University of Alaska Fairbanks, bringing impressive high‑school stats and coach‑approved potential to the Nanooks roster.

After a 24‑12 season and a projected 8‑seed placement, UCLA is banking on new additions and a unified approach to break through the West Region bracket.
The Goodyear Wingfoots, sponsored by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. since 1918, are set to be inducted into the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame on June 6 in Columbus, honoring a rich history of championships, Olympic alumni and pioneering contributions to the sport.

The Hawkeyes are gearing up for the 2026‑27 season, with a brief pause in training before players return to the gym on June 8. Freshman Jaidyn Coon is among the prospects under close watch as staff review last year’s performance and chart a path forward.

After a year lost to injury, Josiah Harrington is channeling his effort into ball‑handling, shooting and overall development while playing for the Brad Beal Elite alongside top prospects.

Matt Miller, a veteran coach known for his leadership and player development, has been named head basketball coach at Lebanon Valley College.

The Saints secure a European‑trained forward, expanding their international recruitment pipeline.

The postponement of the Florida State contest, originally set to close a two‑game series, creates two open slots for UConn as the NCAA expands its regular season to 32 games beginning in 2026‑27.

Syracuse will meet Providence on Dec. 19 in Boston as part of the Hall of Fame Series, renewing a rivalry that has seen the Orange dominate the last seven meetings.

Duke enters the 2026‑27 season with a talented roster, led by center Patrick Ngongba, whose health and development will shape the team’s title aspirations.

UConn’s scheduled game at Florida State has been postponed, freeing two non‑conference slots and setting the stage for new series with Michigan, Iowa, Duke and others.

Amir Jones, a standout high school guard, has signed a financial aid agreement to join the Colorado men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 campaign.

New Kansas Jayhawks basketball player Dennis Parker Jr. arrives with a track record at NC State and Radford, aiming to guide top recruit Tyran Stokes and shape the team's future.

TCU announced the addition of Sam Fleming, a 6‑7 forward from Springfield, Massachusetts, who brings a blend of high‑school accolades and national recognition to the program.

The University of South Carolina's newest women's basketball cohort is being likened to several WNBA stars, highlighting their athleticism, versatility and potential impact.

After a disappointing 2025 campaign, Baylor’s basketball program is reshaping its roster and aiming to rebound in the Big 12.

Coach John Calipari outlined plans to add a big man and possibly a guard to the 2026‑27 roster, while confirming a multi‑year series with Arizona and a Thanksgiving game against Michigan State. He also voiced support for federal transfer restrictions.

Grgur Brcic, a Croatian forward who last played for Bucknell, has pledged to join Long Beach State Men's Basketball, bringing depth to the frontcourt.
In a recent radio interview, Arkansas coach John Calipari outlined his plans to add one or two players, including guard Davion Thompson, while confirming a multi‑year series with Arizona and a Thanksgiving showdown with Michigan State.

The NBA’s Dallas Mavericks are reportedly courting Duke’s Jon Scheyer and Michigan’s Dusty May, sparking debate over the future of two rising coaching talents.