Donnie Freeman out for 2026‑27 season after Achilles injury
St. John's announced that forward Donnie Freeman will sit out the upcoming season after rupturing his right Achilles tendon during a workout.
Jul 2, 2026
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Trump’s World Cup Absence Amid White House’s Soccer Push
President Donald Trump, dubbed the 'soccer president,' has been deeply involved in the 2026 World Cup's organization, yet his presence on the field remains absent, raising questions about the intersection of politics and sport.
Jun 22, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley Meets President Trump at White House UFC Event
UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley meets President Trump at a White House UFC event, reflecting on his encounters with multiple presidents and his dream of a White House basketball showdown.
Jun 18, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley Meets President Trump at White House UFC Event
UConn coach Dan Hurley attended a UFC event at the White House, met President Donald Trump, and expressed a desire to stage a basketball game there, inspired by the arena’s electric atmosphere.
Jun 18, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley Joins UFC Freedom 250 Celebration on White House Lawn
UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley attended a UFC event on the White House lawn, captured the fight on Instagram, and reflected on his long‑time fandom.
Jun 15, 2026
Trump’s Historic NBA Finals Appearance Sparks Controversy at Madison Square Garden
Donald Trump attended the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, drawing boos, protests and a heavy security presence, while the league and city officials navigated the political fallout.
Jun 9, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Schedule Historic Showdowns with Duke and North Carolina
The University of Georgia's basketball team is set to face Duke at the Jimmy V Classic and begin a home-and-home series with North Carolina, marking rare opportunities for the program.
Jun 2, 2026
Houston to Face Alabama in Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden
The University of Houston will meet Alabama in the upcoming Jimmy V Classic, part of a doubleheader with Georgia and Duke, marking a historic milestone for the program.
May 30, 2026
Duke Basketball Locks in 2026 Jimmy V Classic Showdown with Georgia
Duke's upcoming games against Georgia, Michigan and UConn promise a tough test, while a potential dispute between the Big Ten and Amazon could reshape the schedule.
May 30, 2026
Alabama Basketball to Face Houston at 2026 Jimmy V Classic in Madison Square Garden
Alabama’s Crimson Tide will meet Houston in a neutral‑site clash at the 2026 Jimmy V Classic, adding a marquee game to a schedule that also includes contests against Seton Hall, St. John’s and Baylor.
May 30, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats’ 2026‑27 Basketball slate reshaped by cancellations and new challenges
The Wildcats will navigate a revised non‑conference schedule, including the end of a Gonzaga series and new neutral‑site matchups, while eyeing a future Diamond Cup berth.
May 24, 2026
St. John’s Basketball Sets Up High‑Profile Non‑Conference Slate
From a showdown with Arizona at Madison Square Garden to a renewed feud with Syracuse, St. John’s is shaping a demanding non‑conference slate that could influence its Big East ambitions.
May 12, 2026