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Syracuse’s men’s basketball team climbs to No. 47 in the latest national countdown, driven by defensive upgrades, new guard talent and the departure of a longtime coach.
Mark Scharnberg, a Cedarville University alumnus, created Iowa United to develop athletes beyond basketball, emphasizing character, faith, and community.
The league has released its full conference schedule, highlighting opening road trips, home openers and a series of matchups for the upcoming season.
The Hawkeyes will host Eastern Illinois at Carver‑Hawkeye Arena on November 5, 2026, marking the program's first meeting with the Panthers and kicking off a challenging nonconference schedule.
Victor Wembanyama traveled to Nanterre, France, to celebrate the rebirth of a local basketball hub, leading a skills clinic at the official opening of a refurbished court.
A group of 52 college basketball players, including former Kansas guard Jayden Dawson, have filed a lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s new eligibility rule that would end scholarship eligibility for the class of 2022 after the 2025‑26 season. The legal action seeks a temporary and permanent injunction to allow them to compete in the 2026‑27 season.
Antonio Pemberton, a 6‑foot‑1 scoring guard ranked No. 33 in the 2027 class, has trimmed his list to eight programs, keeping Tennessee among his finalists. With a 24‑point average and a championship run, the recruit’s next move could reshape the Vols’ backcourt.
Nancy Williamson, who has led the Wellesley Youth Basketball Association for over ten years, will retire next year after transforming the organization and supporting community health initiatives.
South Carolina guard Ayla McDowell has been selected for Brazil’s senior national team to compete in the upcoming South American Qualifier, a tournament that will determine participants for the 2027 AmeriCup and the 2028 Olympics.
Former Maryland star Buck Williams appears at No. 69 on Bleacher Report's historic list of the NBA's best defenders, sparking renewed discussion about his Hall of Fame credentials.
Marquette University’s men’s basketball team posted a commanding 89-59 victory over Trinity Western University, highlighted by an 80-46 second-half run and standout performances from transfer standouts.
The newly appointed head coach brings a decade of collegiate experience to a growing sports‑focused academy, while the program’s previous coach moves on to a new role in Oklahoma City.
The University of Virginia announced its upcoming roster, highlighting key returning players and new additions, with a focus on depth and shooting efficiency.
Head coach Fred Hoiberg announced the upcoming non‑conference slate, featuring October exhibitions, neutral‑site contests, an in‑state showdown and a Big Ten‑SEC clash before the regular season concludes with home games in December.
The 1986 game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Portland Trail Blazers featured a buzzer‑beating block by Johnny Dawkins and a clutch shot that secured a 104‑102 victory, a moment that still resonates with fans and analysts.
A recent wave of criticism targeting Hubert Davis reveals more about contemporary discourse than about the coach’s actual performance.
Michael Porter Jr. says he does not intend to play basketball for another decade and plans to retire within five to six years to focus on raising his children.
After a promising freshman season limited by minutes, Cayden Boozer is set to shoulder a larger load for the Blue Devils, whose backcourt boasts multiple starting-caliber point guards.
Zavier Zens concluded his high school career with a flawless 30‑0 record, multiple player‑of‑the‑year honors and impressive statistical averages that signal a bright future in college basketball.
A veteran KU sportswriter reflects on four years at The Kansas City Star, gratitude for fans, and predictions for the upcoming basketball and football seasons.
In the 1990s the University of Massachusetts transformed from a mid‑major program into a national contender, reaching the 1996 Final Four before a cascade of sanctions and coaching turnover erased its momentum.
Missouri’s 2026‑27 nonconference slate features six projected NCAA tournament teams, a No. 21 ESPN ranking, and freshmen standouts Jason Crowe Jr. and Toni Bryant, setting the stage for a make-or-break season.
Coach T.J. Otzelberger challenges sophomore guard Killyan Toure to become the best on‑ball defender in the country, building on the success of last season’s shooting challenge for Milan Momcilovic.
Siena College’s men’s basketball program is poised for a breakthrough season, driven by coach Nevada Smith’s optimism, a revamped up‑tempo offense, and a roster enriched by global talent.