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After eight seasons in the NBA, Rui Hachimura announced his retirement plans to finish his professional journey with the Toyama Grouses, a move that ties his legacy to the sport's growing presence in Japan.
After a season‑ending knee operation, Tennessee’s redshirt senior discusses her transfer journey, rehab progress, and the team’s drive toward professional opportunities.
A five‑year odyssey that spanned multiple states and four collegiate stops ends with a pledge to UNLV, where coach Josh Pastner hopes the scoring forward can help sustain recent NIT momentum.
The induction of Teresa Edwards and Katrina McClain into the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame honors their pivotal roles on the 1996 Olympic gold‑medal squad and their enduring impact on University of Georgia basketball.
At a donor event hosted by alumnus Mike Stewart, Ajay Mitchell was announced as the new general manager of the UCSB men’s basketball program, bringing a blend of playing experience, NBA exposure, and a clear vision for player development.
Now in its twentieth year, the Martin County Fair's 3‑on‑3 Basketball Tournament brings together teams from across the region for a weekend of round‑robin play, awards and community spirit.
Oregon State’s men’s basketball team posted a 113‑77 victory over Trinity Western in Langley, British Columbia, highlighted by a 65.3% field‑goal percentage and double‑digit scoring from six players.
2K Sports is developing a standalone college basketball video game slated for February 2027, promising authentic representation of the sport, a return after a long gap, and new ways for players to experience college athletics.
The Illini secured a decisive victory at the Toyota Center, and with two five‑star prospects on the horizon, head coach Brad Underwood eyes a deep run in the upcoming NCAA tournament.
The Wildcats open against Stanford and UCLA before hosting Oregon State, while the new Jacksonville Classic showcases a field that includes Vanderbilt and George Washington.
Duke University's men's basketball team earned the top overall seed for the early 2026 NCAA tournament, reflecting a season marked by balanced offense, stout defense and key victories.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team heads to Lithuania and Croatia for a pair of exhibition games, but the roster will be missing two injured standouts. Meanwhile, freshman Marcus Moller’s rapid recovery from cancer adds a compelling storyline.
With a preliminary injunction clearing his path, Jaxon Kohler could transform BYU’s interior and elevate their national championship aspirations.
A dispute involving former NBA players, a WNBA guard and federal policy has ignited a national debate, drawing record audience attention despite the league’s denial of any immediate rule changes.
RJ Luis, a former St. John's star and Big East Player of the Year, has taken the NCAA to court to obtain a fifth season of eligibility for 2026‑27, with a key hearing set for August 24 in Baton Rouge.
The Falcons' 18‑game slate includes early home series, a historic Hawaii appearance, and a March championship in Las Vegas.
Stephen A. Smith is close to securing a deal to broadcast HBCU basketball games, marking a significant expansion of his media empire and a strategic effort to increase visibility for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
A 60‑year‑old man was arrested after a tense confrontation with police in Pennsylvania, facing murder charges for the stabbing death of a beloved basketball coach in North Carolina.
Robert Morris University’s basketball program partners with All Hail Bball for a pioneering creator jersey patch, leveraging influencer Cullen Honohan’s massive audience to boost visibility, recruit talent and drive ticket sales.
Willie Akers, an 89‑year‑old former West Virginia University player and longtime Logan County coach, passed away on August 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of championships, community service and family.
A ten‑year WNBA veteran joins the Washington Mystics, bringing defensive skill, three‑point shooting and leadership that could help the franchise reach its first playoff appearance since 2023.
Ajay Mitchell, a three‑time All‑Big West selection and former Big West Player of the Year, is returning to UC Santa Barbara as General Manager of the men’s basketball program, bringing his NBA experience and academic leadership to mentor student‑athletes and strengthen donor relations.
Former Indiana standout Reed Bailey will use his fifth year of eligibility at St. John's, a move enabled by a Colorado court injunction that the NCAA is now contesting.
Michigan Wolverines are exploring strategic roster moves after a legal injunction grants extra eligibility to 2022 recruits, targeting Roddy Gayle and Jamarques Lawrence to fill gaps left by departures.