Xavier Basketball’s $14 Million NIL Budget Signals a New Recruiting Strategy
Coach Richard Pitino revealed a $14 million budget for the upcoming season, highlighting the program’s tripling of NIL spending and the highest-paid transfer.
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Coach Richard Pitino revealed a $14 million budget for the upcoming season, highlighting the program’s tripling of NIL spending and the highest-paid transfer.

A group of college basketball athletes has sued the NCAA in Hamilton County, Ohio, claiming the association’s recent eligibility overhaul unfairly curtails their playing time and earnings potential.

Fifteen Division I basketball players sue the NCAA, arguing the new five-year eligibility model unfairly limits their participation and earning potential, and they seek a preliminary injunction for the 2026-27 season.

A group of college basketball players challenges the NCAA's five‑year eligibility framework, arguing that the new policy unfairly restricts their participation and earnings.