Latest Slidescroller coverage in Basketball.
The Knicks' first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years has ignited a citywide frenzy, blending historic on‑court success with unprecedented celebrity involvement and soaring ticket demand.
After a rigorous training camp in Colorado Springs, USA Basketball named a 12‑player roster that opens the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup against Argentina, Brazil and host Mexico, a tournament that could earn a spot at the 2027 World Cup.
Former James Madison standout Peyton McDaniel has inked a professional contract with Landerneau Bretagne Basket in France, bringing her award‑winning college success to the competitive La Boulangère Wonderligue.
Indiana will meet Syracuse at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Nov. 9, 2026, renewing a rivalry that dates back to the 1987 NCAA Championship, while the team also prepares for a later showdown with Kentucky.
All‑time leading scorer Jackson Dzwik has pledged to play men’s basketball at Roosevelt University, linking his collegiate path with that of his brother and sister.
The Pistons Academy will host a basketball camp for children entering third through ninth grade at Forest Hills Eastern High School from June 24‑26, offering daily sessions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at a cost of $325 per participant.
Travis Steele's contract extension through 2033‑2034 coincides with a historic run that has seen the Miami RedHawks climb to a No. 19 national ranking, set multiple program records and capture the nation's top mid‑major preseason ranking.
The Jayhawks are set to field a revamped lineup, with transfer Leroy Blyden Jr. expected to anchor both on‑ball and off‑ball responsibilities, while Taylen Kinney is slated for a 28‑minute per‑game role.
The upcoming November 9 matchup pits the Indiana Hoosiers against the Syracuse Orange in a storied series that highlights both programs' championship pedigrees.
The 2026‑27 Kansas Jayhawks will open with a series of high‑profile road tests, including matchups against Kentucky, Villanova and Ohio State, as broadcasters seek marquee games to anchor early-season programming.
The former Iowa State Cyclones standout is the No.1 recruit in the portal, drawing record transfer offers and intense recruitment from Kentucky, while NBA voices urge him to reconsider his next step.
Eight student‑athletes from McIntosh and Starr’s Mill high schools were recognized for their exemplary conduct and received a $1,000 scholarship each.
The latest rankings for Illinois' Class of 2026 highlight an unprecedented surge in Division I talent, with standout players like Jamison White and Lincoln Williams heading to prominent programs across the country.
On December 18, 2026, Vanderbilt will host Belmont at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena, renewing a rivalry that last intersected in the 2016‑17 season and highlighting a period of sustained success for the Commodores.
Andrej Stojakovic's pending choice between the 2026 NBA Draft and a return to college basketball hangs over the upcoming Illinois-Indiana showdown, a matchup that could reshape the Hoosiers' prospects and Illinois' Final Four ambitions.
Dalmar Ali, a seasoned coach with a record of conference titles and NCAA Tournament appearances, has been appointed to the Charlotte Men's Basketball staff, where he will focus on recruiting and player development.
From Colleen Mullen's Albany‑laden roster at URI to Brown's Ivy League ambitions, the upcoming season blends returning stars and fresh talent across Rhode Island's college basketball landscape.
From its humble 1988 origins to a tech‑driven pipeline for NBA and G League coaches, the league’s Coaching Development Program blends hands‑on experience with professional growth, spotlighting alumni like Edniesha Curry and Khalid El‑Amin.
A date has been set for the 59th meeting between the Louisville Cardinals and Kentucky Wildcats, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 12 at Rupp Arena. The game will test whether the Wildcats can finally break their long‑standing drought at the venue.
Vanderbilt will host Belmont in a December 18 doubleheader at Bridgestone Arena, featuring a roster packed with SEC Player of the Year Mikayla Blakes and other standout talent.
Lana Brenjo, a 6‑foot‑4 center from Bosnia, has signed with the University of Illinois women's basketball team, adding depth and versatility to a roster that returns its entire rotation.
Michigan’s men’s basketball team is set to defend its 2025 Players Era Festival crown in a 24‑team, two‑bracket tournament in Las Vegas, beginning with a November 24 showdown against Creighton.
Illinois adds 6‑foot‑4 forward Lana Brenjo, a 19‑year‑old Bosnian prospect who starred for ZKK Mega Superbet and the U18 EuroBasket team, as head coach Shauna Green looks to bolster a returning core.
Vanderbilt will host Belmont at Bridgestone Arena on Dec. 18, 2026, in a historic doubleheader that showcases the Commodores' recent dominance and the growing prominence of women's basketball in Nashville.