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María Sánchez Pitarch, a two‑time Spanish national champion, has signed with Canisius College for the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and experience to the women's basketball program.
Indiana University’s men’s basketball program will travel to Peru next July for team bonding, practices and exhibition games, with Coach Darian DeVries emphasizing extra gym time and competitive opportunities while navigating visa issues and a demanding non‑conference schedule.
NC State will host Tennessee in a neutral‑site men's basketball game on December 6 in Nashville, featuring a mentor‑mentee clash between Justin Gainey and Rick Barnes, with both programs using the matchup to shape their 2026‑27 rosters.
The Wolfpack will open a doubleheader at Bridgestone Arena on Dec. 6 against the Volunteers, marking a personal milestone for head coach Justin Gainey and kicking off a season that promises early excitement.
A former Coastal Carolina University basketball standout faces a cascade of charges after a forensic review of his phone revealed files depicting a minor in sexual activity. His attorneys argue the case stems from a consensual encounter with a 17‑year‑old freshman who allegedly misrepresented her age.
Justin Gainey, a longtime Tennessee assistant, steps into the head‑coach role at North Carolina State for a much‑anticipated December 2026 game in Nashville.
Indiana University adds three sizable players — Samet Yigitoglu, Clemens Sokolov and Aiden Sherrell — to reshape its front court for the upcoming 2026‑27 season under coach Darian DeVries.
The 2026‑27 season promises drama as the Big Ten splits teams into five tiers, with Illinois, Michigan and Michigan State leading the title chase and several mid‑range programs eyeing tournament bids.
The Cavaliers are exploring a potential trade of star guard Donovan Mitchell as they assess defensive vulnerabilities alongside plans to re‑sign James Harden.
Purdue announces a non‑conference slate that blends exhibition play, a five‑game home stretch and a grueling seven‑game run against top‑tier opponents, setting the stage for a competitive Big Ten campaign.
The University of Toledo men's basketball team is set to blend experienced returnees, impactful transfers, and promising newcomers under head coach Tod Kowalczyk's guidance.
Jacob Cofie will return to the University of Southern California for another season after impressing at the NBA combine, providing the Trojans with a key piece of continuity.
The Volunteers will meet the Wolfpack at Bridgestone Arena on December 6, 2026, in a doubleheader that also features Georgia Tech and Murray State, highlighting a coaching reunion and a strong neutral‑site record.
Despite a potent offense that placed the Badgers 10th nationally, Wisconsin's defense slipped to 56th in adjusted efficiency, the worst mark since 2017‑18, sparking a focus on retention and offseason upgrades.
Elliot Cadeau's breakout performance and the return of key teammates have fans optimistic about Michigan's championship hopes.
Murray State will host Georgia Tech in Nashville on December 6 as part of a doubleheader that also features Tennessee and NC State. Coach Ryan Miller sees the game as a key preparation for conference play, while tickets go on sale June 5.
Coach Shereka Wright’s 2026‑27 recruiting class brings together a mix of high‑scoring guards, versatile wings and seasoned post players, aiming to bolster the Mavericks’ depth ahead of the upcoming season.
Tennessee will face NC State at Bridgestone Arena on December 6, featuring former Tennessee assistant Justin Gainey now leading the Wolfpack. The game is part of a double‑header and a larger schedule that includes Michigan State, Purdue and the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas.
Coach John Gallagher announces the addition of junior guard Ben Tweedy, highlighting his collegiate achievements, statistical contributions, and academic plans.
The ACC has released its 2026‑27 basketball schedule, highlighting a homecoming clash between Duke and Miami that pits two of the conference’s top programs against each other.
Kentucky's latest acquisition, Zoom Diallo, arrives from the transfer portal with a skill set tailored to Pope's up‑tempo system, promising a fresh dynamic for the Wildcats next season
Alabama’s basketball outlook hinges on the performance of transfer Brandon Garrison, whose consistency and energy could lift the team to the top of the SEC.
Joyce Edwards, the South Carolina standout, is on the cusp of breaking A'ja Wilson's all‑time scoring record, needing just 1,127 points over the next two seasons.
With the SEC season looming, analyst Jeff Goodman says Alabama’s fortunes rest on forward Brandon Garrison, whose two‑way potential and NBA pedigree must translate into reliable production.