Ohio State Basketball Heads to Puerto Rico for Key Exhibition Games
The Buckeyes travel to San Juan for two August exhibition matches, using the trip to evaluate a revamped lineup before the regular season.
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The Buckeyes travel to San Juan for two August exhibition matches, using the trip to evaluate a revamped lineup before the regular season.

The recent Moneyball Pro‑Am gave fans an up‑close look at the Spartans, featuring standout performances from Julius Avent and a championship run by Team Faygo.

The 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule pits the Blue Devils against Tennessee and Kansas, highlighting a Kansas team reshaped by departures and built around five‑star freshman Tyran Stokes.

A record crowd of young athletes gathered in Macomb for a WIU women's basketball skills clinic, reflecting a national rise in the sport's popularity and the team's growing community role.
The University of Arkansas will face the Bahamas National Team on July 31 in a streamed exhibition that highlights eight first‑year players and a high‑profile commentary team.

The 2026-27 Big Ten season promises fierce competition for Illinois, with three pivotal matchups that could shape the Illini's title aspirations.

The Tennessee Basketball museum transforms its collection of artifacts into a cohesive story, guided by veteran tour guide Larry Smith, and invites both fans and newcomers to experience the program's legacy.

Two Sandpoint squads bring home titles from the SilverHoops 3‑on‑3 tournament, showcasing dominant performances and community excitement.

Gail Boudreaux’s journey from a year playing basketball in France to leading Elevance Health illustrates how athletic discipline can translate into corporate leadership, driving growth and innovation in health care.

Kelsey Plum, a key player for the Los Angeles Sparks, has returned to full practice after a five‑week absence and is slated to play with minutes restrictions on Sunday. The team, sitting at 10‑17, is considering trading her before the deadline, prompting coach Lynne Roberts and veteran Bill Laimbeer to weigh the next steps.

The University of Chattanooga’s women’s basketball team has released a non‑conference schedule that features six home games, two matchups against SEC schools and a Holiday Classic in Atlanta, setting the stage for a competitive start to the 2026‑27 campaign.

A letter from Dr. Lacey Reynolds urges Texas Southern University to weigh alumni sentiment in its upcoming hires, championing Shyrone Chatman for the basketball coaching role and Tony Wyllie for athletic director.

Coach T.J. Otzelberger discusses the Cyclones' defensive focus during a media availability at the Sukup Basketball Complex.

Illinois enters the 2026‑27 basketball season with high expectations, but history warns that the Illini have a habit of stumbling against opponents they are supposed to beat. Iowa, Ohio State and Minnesota each bring strengths that could turn expected victories into tight contests.

In a tightly contested WNBA contest, guard Sophie Cunningham delivered a decisive three‑pointer that swung momentum for the Indiana Fever against the New York Liberty.

The Rainbow Warriors will face the Illawarra Hawks and Sydney Kings in August, marking the program’s first Australian visit since 2018 and showcasing Hawaii’s cultural ambassadors on the global stage.

A former California State University, Bakersfield assistant basketball coach received a four‑year prison term after pleading no contest to pimping, child pornography and drug offenses linked to a multi‑state trafficking scheme.

The College of Southern Idaho men's basketball team announced the addition of Reggie Larsen, a 6‑foot‑5 guard whose high school accolades and college experience position him to help sustain the program's recent success.

A Jacksonville State University basketball player was arrested following a welfare check that led to a rape investigation in east Alabama. He remains jailed without bond as legal proceedings continue.

After two shoulder surgeries, WVU guard Amir Jenkins is making steady progress in rehab, with coach Ross Hodge optimistic about his return for the upcoming season.

Le Moyne College announces its 2026 Northeast Conference women's basketball schedule, a 16‑game slate that blends early road challenges with a strong home presence, leading into a high‑stakes tournament that could secure an automatic NCAA berth.

The San Antonio Spurs, together with NBA star Victor Wembanyama and executive RC Buford, unveiled a newly renovated basketball court in Nanterre, France, marking a key milestone in the “Play Paris” program that seeks to broaden youth access to the sport.

After Chibuzo Ocuhukwu stepped down, Duluth Marshall announced a search for a new girls basketball head coach, highlighting his record of state tournament appearances and player development.

The Boys Tiger Cub Basketball program offers 10 evening sessions at Ingomar Middle School, priced at $200 per player or $350 per family, with pro‑ration options, under the direction of veteran coach Rock Gabos.