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The Denver Nuggets posted a 54‑28 record and topped the NBA in offensive rating, yet consecutive first‑round exits have exposed payroll limits and a lingering question mark over Nikola Jokic's long‑term commitment.
Casey Hill, a 16‑year coaching veteran with NBA and D‑League credentials, is set to lead the University of California Golden Bears men’s basketball program as an assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season.
Casey Hill, a seasoned NBA assistant and former D-League championship coach, is set to join the University of California, Berkeley’s basketball program as an assistant for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a wealth of strategic expertise and a family legacy of coaching.
Casey Hill, a 16‑year coaching veteran with NBA stints under Doc Rivers, Willie Green and Stan Van Gundy, is set to bolster Cal’s men’s basketball program with his proven developmental pedigree and championship background.
Josh Richardson announced his retirement on Instagram, closing a ten‑year professional basketball career that included NBA stints with several teams and a season in Spain.
Melvin Council Jr. has filed a lawsuit to gain immediate eligibility for the 2026‑27 season, a move that could reshape Kansas’s lineup and affect key players like Taylen Kinney and Leroy Blyden Jr.
Paris Basketball is finalizing a deal to sign former NBA forward Alize Johnson, adding depth and experience as the French side eyes a strong EuroLeague campaign.
Former Maryland standouts are turning heads in the NBA Summer League, with Jahmir Young leading the way for the Miami Heat and several other Terps securing new opportunities.
Twelve Michigan alumni are making their mark in the NBA Summer League, delivering standout stats and raising their draft profiles.
A dozen former Michigan standouts are scattered across the NBA Summer League, each vying for a spot on opening night rosters. Their performances range from flawless shooting to impressive statistical lines, highlighting both promise and work in progress.
The National Association of Basketball Coaches recognizes SMU’s men’s program for academic achievement, while three players receive NABC Honors Court accolades. Head Coach Andy Enfield enters his third season, and the Mustangs’ schedule features high‑profile non‑conference games and the ACC Tournament in Greensboro.
After a whirlwind few months that included a trade, a 2‑way contract and modest production, Dalen Terry was released by the Philadelphia 76ers. The move clears the way for the team to finalize a two‑year, $8 million agreement with LeBron James, while also signing guard Caleb Love to a 2‑way contract.
Former Florida guard Xaivian Lee saw limited action in the NBA Summer League, posting modest numbers but showing flashes of upside in his final appearance
The league is weighing a handful of North American markets for its next two franchises, with Austin and Houston emerging as front‑runners.
The Golden State Warriors emerged victorious in the 2026 NBA Summer League, with several former Michigan players delivering notable performances, including MVP Yaxel Lendeborg and consistent scoring from Kobe Bufkin.
The 2026 NBA Summer League concluded with the Golden State Warriors capturing the championship, while former Kansas players Darryn Peterson, Tre White, Melvin Council Jr., and KJ Adams made notable impressions in their professional debuts.
The Golden State Warriors won the 2026 NBA Summer League championship, and four former Kansas Jayhawks made their professional debuts, each delivering distinct performances.
The 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas showcased the emergence of former Michigan players as key contributors, underscoring the university's growing impact on professional basketball.
A look at how former Michigan standouts, from Yaxel Lendeborg to Roddy Gayle Jr., made a decisive impact in the 2026 NBA Summer League, highlighting the program's rising pipeline to the pros.
A snapshot of the summer league action that saw rookies and second‑year players from the University of Michigan and surrounding pipelines shine, stumble, or surprise.
Jacob Crews, a former Missouri basketball standout, has inked a professional contract with Donar Groningen in the Dutch‑Belgian BNXT League, bringing his scoring prowess and championship ambitions to Europe.
After a six‑year college journey that included two seasons at the University of Missouri, Jacob Crews has agreed to a professional contract with Donar Groningen, a BNXT League team in the Netherlands.
An offseason rumor about Melvin Council Jr.'s possible return raises questions about his shooting, the coach's tendencies, and the depth already present in the Kansas roster.
Melvin Council Jr. and Hunter Dickinson made notable contributions as the New Orleans Pelicans secured a 95-91 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, highlighting the resurgence of Kansas alumni in this year's summer league.