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In a transaction that underscores shifting roster strategies, the Charlotte Hornets sent guard Tre Mann to the Cleveland Cavaliers, receiving veteran point guard Dennis Schröder and cash considerations.
After 18 seasons, Russell Westbrook has retired from the NBA, ending a career that featured a storied run with the Oklahoma City Thunder, multiple MVP awards, and a looming first‑ballot Hall of Fame induction.
After 18 seasons in the league, Russell Westbrook steps away from basketball, closing a career defined by record‑breaking triple‑doubles, scoring titles and a gold medal, while looking ahead to new endeavors.
At 37, Russell Westbrook revealed his retirement after 18 NBA seasons, reflecting on an MVP award, an Olympic gold medal and a record‑breaking triple‑double legacy, while looking ahead to documentary production and his streetwear brand.
Russell Westbrook has called time on his professional basketball career, ending an 18‑year run that reshaped the NBA’s statistical record books and inspired a generation of players.
Seven NBA players who missed their fantasy draft expectations last season are poised for a 2026‑27 rebound, driven by new team dynamics, health prospects and expanded roles.
A Tennessee court has granted former Indiana center Sam Alexis an additional year of college eligibility, reshaping the Hoosiers’ frontcourt outlook while his professional future with the Oklahoma City Thunder remains uncertain.
Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokić dominate the top of early fantasy rankings, while LeBron James' move to the 76ers and Jalen Johnson's triple‑double surge reshape draft strategies.
At a recent Tulsa stop of its summer youth basketball series, the Oklahoma City Thunder combined intensive skill work with lessons on teamwork, respect and leadership, reaching young athletes across Oklahoma.
Indiana's basketball squad clinched gold in Lima, Peru, with freshman Vaughn Karvala leading the scoring, while Coach DeVries discusses scholarship plans and the team's rest period
Former Hawkeyes stars Bennett Stirtz, Payton Sandfort and Josh Dix will wear Oklahoma City Thunder jerseys against the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Summer League, a game that will be streamed live on ESPN at 5 p.m. CT.
The trio brings NBA and college pedigree, aiming to sustain the United States' dominance in international basketball.
Mark Daigneault, JB Bickerstaff and Mark Few are set to assist Erik Spoelstra as the United States men’s basketball team prepares for another Olympic gold, building on a legacy of dominance and a recent championship run with the Thunder.
Erik Spoelstra’s appointment binds him to USA Basketball through 2028, bringing a seasoned staff and a clear mission to defend five consecutive Olympic golds.
Mark Few, the celebrated Gonzaga coach, has been selected as an assistant for the United States men's national basketball team under Erik Spoelstra, preparing for the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. His extensive history with USA Basketball, recent Hall of Fame induction, and family ties to the sport add depth to the upcoming campaigns.
The United States men’s national team will be led by Erik Spoelstra, with Mark Daigneault, J.B. Bickerstaff and Mark Few joining as assistants, setting the stage for upcoming competitions.
Mark Daigneault, JB Bickerstaff and Mark Few join head coach Erik Spoelstra on the men’s national team staff, bringing championship pedigree and a decade of continuity ahead of August qualifiers for the 2027 World Cup in Qatar and an automatic berth at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Kentucky’s head coach Mark Pope sees Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s traits in sophomore guard Alex Wilkins, a Furman transfer whose early performances hint at a promising future for the Wildcats.
A look at how former Iowa standouts are performing in the 2026 NBA Summer League, highlighting key contributions from Bennett Stirtz, Payton Sandfort and Brendan Hausen.
Arkansas alumni Darius Acuff Jr., Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile are making early impressions in the Las Vegas Summer League, delivering standout performances that have caught the eye of coaches and media outlets.
Rookie guard Meleek Thomas leads the summer league in scoring, while Darius Acuff Jr. and Trevon Brazile deliver impressive displays, prompting coach John Calipari to question NBA teams' draft strategies.
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.
Four former Iowa players delivered strong performances in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, with Hausen leading the Grizzlies to a decisive win and the Thunder's young core showing promising signs.