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The Blue Water Area high school basketball all‑star game will take place at Imlay City High School on June 25, 2024, after a two‑year hiatus caused by the coronavirus pandemic, featuring boys and girls contests, a 3‑point shootout and a dunk competition, reviving a tradition created by Jim Whymer.
The University of Texas at San Antonio announced the hiring of Marlon Stewart, a seasoned assistant coach with a decorated career spanning multiple programs, to lead the next chapter of its men's basketball program.
After a left leg injury ended his season early, Annor Boateng faces an uncertain future with the Missouri Tigers. His limited minutes, injury history and the coach's optimism create a complex picture for the team's backcourt.
After five decades spent on sidelines from Illinois high schools to the NBA, Brian James has retired, leaving behind a legacy of tournament breakthroughs, player development and iconic plays that defined a generation of Wildcats.
The Demon Deacons lose two major contributors but add several newcomers, including Kevair Kennedy, as they aim to defend their top‑35 defense and surprise in conference play.
After a pandemic hiatus, the Blue Water Area high school basketball all-star game will be staged at Imlay City High School on June 25, featuring girls and boys contests, a 3-point competition, a dunk contest and a revived baseball exhibition.
The George Rogers Clark High School boys basketball team began its summer schedule in the 2026 KABC Bluegrass Shootout, delivering strong performances, earning NCAA recruiting interest, and preparing for the upcoming season at the Madison Central Team Camp.
In a recent interview, head coach Brad Brownell detailed how Clemson will lean on a five‑out system, new transfer shooters and versatile frontcourt players to revitalize its offense, despite early‑season injuries to key returnees.
A 6‑foot‑5 forward from West Valley High School commits to the Huskies, joining a family steeped in college basketball and aiming to add his own chapter to a storied lineage.
Tanner Mans, a former state champion and VMI alumnus, has been appointed head coach of the Wellington girls' basketball team, succeeding Eric Adams and planning to blend youth development with the program's championship tradition.
The Crimson Tide will face the Hawkeyes in a home‑and‑home neutral‑site series, marking a new chapter for both programs after strong recent tournament runs.
Season tickets for the upcoming Pitt Panthers men's basketball season are now available, featuring games against Villanova, West Virginia and ACC rivals, plus exclusive seating for the Backyard Basketball Classic.
Felix Okpara, the Tennessee standout known for his defensive instincts, is projected to join the Denver Nuggets, where his rim protection could complement Nikola Jokic’s game.
Indiana University’s men’s basketball team held a closed‑door workout on June 18, showcasing emerging talent ahead of the FISU America Games in Peru. Highlights include standout performances by point guard Markus Burton, freshman forward Prince‑Alexander Moody, and a trio of versatile big men.
The Illinois High School Association has approved a 35‑second shot clock for varsity basketball, with installation mandates and a phased rollout beginning in the 2026‑27 season.
The Atlantic 10 has released its full home‑and‑away matchups for the upcoming women’s basketball season, highlighting the Rams’ schedule, new coaching leadership and the venue for the 2027 championship.
Projected to be chosen in the second round, Ja'Kobi Gillespie brings a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive intensity that could complement Devin Booker in Phoenix.
The program adds a point guard with proven collegiate production, its first European recruit in over a decade, and a dynamic wing/forward, all praised by coaching staff for their on‑court impact and character.
A former Iona men's basketball student‑athlete faced permanent ineligibility after the NCAA determined he disclosed game information to bettors, a violation treated as seriously as point‑shaving.
An NBA executive warns that name, image and likeness agreements are undermining European basketball development, while college players leverage those deals to boost draft prospects and reshape the league's future.
Coach Will Wade’s latest recruiting win brings a south‑paw forward from Kentucky into the fold, promising defensive versatility and long‑term upside for LSU.
The Arkansas Razorbacks will play four preseason matches in the Bahamas as part of the 2026 Baha Mar Hoops Summer League, offering a glimpse of a young roster under Coach John Calipari.
Purdue lands its highest‑rated Indiana recruit, Isaiah Hill, while point guard Kevin Savage ascends the national rankings, signaling a promising future for the Boilermakers.
The Cowboys will host the Gaels on Dec. 5, a game that marks a 30‑year gap since their last encounter and highlights new storylines for both programs.