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Undrafted forward Ben Humrichous impressed in his NBA Summer League debut, delivering six points, two steals and a block while shooting 40% from three, hinting at a potential role as a three‑and‑D specialist.
Mike Wells, a longtime NBA assistant and former head coach in Australia, returns to his Ohio roots to help the Buckeyes sharpen their offense.
A dozen former Alabama basketball standouts will compete in the 2026 NBA Summer League, with televised games beginning July 3 in California and culminating in Las Vegas on July 9.
Three former Auburn players made notable contributions in the NBA Summer League debut, signaling promising professional trajectories.
The latest player movements, from Giannis Antetokounmpo’s move to Miami to LeBron James’ free‑agency tour, are redefining team compositions across the league.
Mississippi State University has hired Corey Barker, Alex Barlow and Shunn Buchanan to strengthen its men's basketball coaching staff, bringing a mix of conference triumphs and NBA‑linked experience under head coach Chris Jans.
From a simplified one‑free‑throw system to a connected basketball that captures contact data, the NBA’s summer leagues serve as a laboratory for rule experiments that may shape the regular season.
The Los Angeles Clippers selected Narcisse Ngoy while he was asleep, prompting an apology to Auburn and raising questions about NBA draft rules for international players.
Auburn’s basketball program aims to rebound from a disappointing 2025‑26 season, climbing to No. 11 in Jon Rothstein’s SEC power rankings as new transfers and returning backcourt talent look to restore the Tigers to the upper tier of the conference.
The Tigers are reshaping their roster with key transfers and veteran guards, hoping to rise above early rankings and contend for the conference title.
Malik Beasley entered a not‑guilty plea to charges of conspiring with a sports agent to manipulate NBA games for betting gains, while his career and finances unravel amid a broader federal investigation.
From a decade of missed opportunities to a sustained period of championship success and NBA talent production, Illinois basketball has entered a transformative era.
Veteran analyst Jon Rothstein places the Oklahoma Sooners at No. 13, casting doubt on their NCAA Tournament prospects and putting sixth‑year coach Porter Moser under intense scrutiny.
A rundown of the most consequential signings and trades, from Julius Randle’s Brooklyn move to the Lakers’ depth additions, and what they mean for draft strategies.
The NBA offseason has already delivered a flurry of moves that are reshaping rosters and setting the stage for the 2026‑27 fantasy basketball season.
The 2026 basketball season will be remembered as the year New York reclaimed its throne on the hardwood, with the Knicks winning their first NBA championship in 53 years and the Liberty securing the WNBA Commissioner's Cup, both built on defensive versatility and teamwork.
The first New York Yankees-Boston Red Sox game of the season attracted 4.0 million viewers across NBC and Peacock, marking a 15-year high for the series and highlighting the growing synergy between broadcast and streaming platforms.
After a standout collegiate campaign, Joshua Jefferson is named the Gary Thompson Iowa State Male Athlete of the Year, joining an elite list of Cyclone greats.
Former NBA player Michael Redd, a Columbus native and Naismith Hall of Famer, will serve as honorary chairman of the 2026 U.S. Senior Open at Scioto Country Club, sharing how the sport transformed from a curiosity to a weekly ritual.
A federal indictment accuses former Florida State standout Malik Beasley of manipulating NBA game statistics to benefit bettors, raising questions about sports integrity and legal strategy.
An analysis of the most consequential NBA free‑agency moves and their implications for fantasy basketball managers.
Federal prosecutors allege that former NBA forward Malik Beasley and ex‑center Ed Davis conspired with an NBA agent and others to fix game outcomes for illicit betting profits, marking a rare intersection of professional basketball and criminal gambling.
The Atlanta Hawks selected Henri Veesaar with the 52nd pick, a move praised by president Onsi Saleh as a potential steal that adds size, shooting and playmaking to the roster.
The future of the 2027 Major League Baseball season hangs in the balance as owners push for a salary cap while players resist, citing economic fairness and limited earning windows.