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Mississippi State Locks in 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Home Slate

The Bulldogs have finalized their home schedule for the 2026‑27 season, adding games against Jackson State, Mississippi Valley State and Campbell, while also revealing a tough non‑conference slate that includes a Battle 4 Atlantis appearance and contests with Georgia Tech, Marquette and others.

Aug 1, 2026

Sam Alexis Secures Fifth Year of Eligibility

A Tennessee court has granted former Indiana center Sam Alexis an additional year of college eligibility, reshaping the Hoosiers’ frontcourt outlook while his professional future with the Oklahoma City Thunder remains uncertain.

Aug 1, 2026

NCAA’s Fifth-Year Rule Clears Path for Former Mizzou Stars to Return

The NCAA's 5‑in‑5 eligibility rule, introduced in June 2025, has been upheld by courts in Ohio and Colorado, allowing the entire Class of 2022 to claim a fifth year of competition. The decision clears the way for former Mizzou forward Mark Mitchell and others to return, but it also sparks roster‑cap debates and strategic reshuffling across the SEC.

Aug 1, 2026

Rui Hachimura’s Return to Japan’s National Team Signals a New Era

After criticizing the Japan Basketball Association's management and former coach Tom Hovasse, Rui Hachimura announced his intention to rejoin Japan's national basketball team following the 2024 Paris Olympics, emphasizing the rise of overseas-based players and the importance of not wasting the current opportunity.

Aug 1, 2026