UNC Duo Projected as First‑Round Picks in NBA Draft
Both players have earned accolades and high draft rankings, with Wilson expected to join the Memphis Grizzlies and Veesaar slated for the Boston Celtics.
May 11, 2026
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Markus Burton Joins Indiana Hoosiers After Notre Dame Exit
In a recent Field of 68 podcast appearance, Markus Burton explained why he chose Indiana over Notre Dame, highlighting his statistics and the significance of being the 30th former Indiana Mr. Basketball to wear the crimson and white.
May 11, 2026
Kim Caldwell’s 25‑Day Roster Overhaul Sets Lady Vols Up for a New Era
Coach Kim Caldwell assembled a 13‑player transfer class in just over three weeks, adding key scorers, defenders and shooters to address last season’s weaknesses.
May 11, 2026
Justin Caldwell Crowned 910Preps Basketball Player of the Year
From dominant post play to a versatile perimeter game, Justin Caldwell's senior campaign earned him the 910Preps Basketball Player of the Year honor, alongside a roster of all‑star peers who reshaped North Carolina high school basketball.
May 11, 2026
Virginia Basketball Poised for 2026‑27 Breakthrough
Virginia Basketball finished a 30‑win season and looks to build on its NCAA Tournament run with a revamped roster aimed at ACC contention
May 11, 2026
Indiana Basketball Secures Six Transfer Portal Commitments, Including German Center Clemens Sokolov
Within days of the transfer portal opening, Indiana landed six commitments, highlighted by 6'11" freshman Clemens Sokolov, bolstering a roster that could soon exceed 11 scholarship players.
May 11, 2026
Paul Djobet Joins Texas State as Bobcats Prepare for Pac‑12 Debut
Forward Paul Djobet, the fifth transfer to commit to Texas State this offseason, brings a blend of scoring, rebounding and perimeter shooting that could redefine the Bobcats’ approach under head coach Terrence Johnson as they gear up for Pac‑12 play in 2026.
May 11, 2026
Big Ten Basketball Roster Overhaul for 2026‑27 Season
An inside look at the player movements across all 18 Big Ten programs ahead of the 2026‑27 season, highlighting those who remain eligible, those eyeing the NBA draft, and the ongoing impact of the closed transfer portal.
May 11, 2026
Rhode Island College Basketball Sees Major Transfer Portal Shifts
Recent commitments and departures reshape the rosters of local teams ahead of the upcoming season.
May 11, 2026
Andrew Bittle joins Cincinnati Bearcats as video coordinator
Andrew Bittle, a 2025 graduate of the University of Illinois, has been appointed video coordinator for the University of Cincinnati men's basketball team, bringing a stint that included a Final Four run and extensive scouting analytics.
May 11, 2026
ACC Basketball Poised for Surge as Transfer Portal Class Shines
A deep dive into how the Atlantic Coast Conference is assembling elite rosters, highlighted by Louisville’s record‑breaking transfer class and the broader impact on the league’s competitive landscape.
May 11, 2026
Transfer Portal Reshapes Women’s College Basketball Ahead of New Season
From Oklahoma State to Florida, the latest wave of transfers brings a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging stars set to influence the upcoming campaign.
May 11, 2026
Matt Able’s Draft Prospects Put UNC’s Backcourt in Flux
Matt Able’s projected 39th‑overall pick highlights both his potential and the uncertainty surrounding his impact on UNC’s roster.
May 11, 2026
Eugene‑Springfield Girls Basketball Icons Celebrated in Annual Top‑10 List
The Register‑Guard honors the ten greatest high‑school girls basketball players from the Eugene‑Springfield area, spotlighting their high school triumphs, collegiate successes and lasting community impact.
May 11, 2026
Jamison Lynam Commits to La Salle Men’s Basketball for 2026‑27 Season
Jamison Lynam, a five‑foot‑10 guard from Lorton, Virginia, has officially committed to La Salle's men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 season, joining a family legacy that includes a Philadelphia Big 5 Hall of Famer and a newly appointed women's golf coach.
May 11, 2026
NBA Draft Combine in Chicago Highlights Crucial Decisions for Top Prospects
The NBA Draft Combine opens in Chicago, where teams evaluate the season’s most promising talents while athletes grapple with pivotal choices about their professional futures.
May 11, 2026
Four Decades of NBA Lenscraft
A veteran NBA photographer recounts his four‑decade career, from ceiling‑mounted strobes at Madison Square Garden to the shifting strategies that have defined each era of the game.
May 11, 2026
Damarius Owens’ Breakout Season at Marquette
Damarius Owens, a sophomore forward for Marquette University, has turned a challenging start into a season of notable improvement, earning a grade of 6 and becoming a trusted defensive piece under Coach Shaka Smart.
May 11, 2026
Jalen Brunson’s Ascendancy Powers Knicks’ Playoff Dominance
Since joining the Knicks in 2022, Jalen Brunson has evolved from a perceived backup into the franchise’s leading star, guiding New York to multiple 45‑win seasons and a historic postseason stretch.
May 11, 2026
Ben McCollum Looks Ahead After Iowa’s Elite Eight Surge
In a recent interview, Iowa men's basketball coach Ben McCollum discussed the excitement and pressures of an Elite Eight run, the need to stay grounded, and the plan to rebuild around new talent while retaining core players.
May 11, 2026
Markus Burton Joins Indiana Hoosiers as Historic Transfer
Markus Burton's move to Bloomington highlights a new chapter in Indiana basketball, blending historic achievement with unprecedented transfer dynamics.
May 11, 2026
Salem‑Keizer’s Top 10 Girls Basketball Legends
The Salem‑Keizer area has produced a string of standout girls basketball talents whose high school feats translated into college success and, in some cases, professional careers. This article spotlights ten players who defined eras, set scoring records, and brought championships to their schools.
May 11, 2026
USA Basketball Announces 35‑Player U18 Training Camp Roster
The national team’s training camp, set to begin May 21 in Colorado Springs, will feature 35 athletes from the classes of 2026, 2027 and 2028, with 12 eventually earning a spot on the squad bound for the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.
May 11, 2026
Tylik Weeks Brings ‘The Bully’ Persona to Memphis Basketball
Tylik Weeks, a top‑40 scorer and former street‑ball standout, joins the Memphis Tigers, promising a gritty, versatile presence under coach Penny Hardaway.
May 11, 2026