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Several players who honed their skills at Cincinnati-area colleges are turning heads in the NBA Summer League 2026, signing with league teams and showcasing their abilities ahead of the regular season.
Real Madrid and Sergio Scariolo have mutually agreed to end his coaching tenure, marking the close of a short but eventful chapter that blended domestic and international basketball achievements.
The Los Angeles Lakers reshaped their lineup with a high‑value acquisition of Walker Kessler, sacrificing future draft capital while positioning the new center for extensive minutes alongside Luka Dončić.
Three recent Cavaliers alumni are slated to compete in the NBA Summer League, each facing distinct challenges and opportunities as they aim to secure contracts with their new teams.
The blockbuster trade between the Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers brings Kawhi Leonard back to Toronto, exchanging him for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and a package of draft assets, while reshaping fantasy outlooks for several key players.
A detailed look at how Leonard's relocation impacts his teammates, opponents and the broader fantasy basketball picture.
The Toronto Tempo opened its home schedule with a vibrant Pride Night matchup against the Phoenix Mercury, featuring a new court, special activations, and notable attendance from Raptors rookies and ownership.
Jacari White signs with the Los Angeles Lakers and Malik Thomas with the Toronto Raptors for the NBA Summer League, joining former teammate Ugonna Onyenso as undrafted players chase NBA opportunities.
After a standout season at the University of Virginia, Malik Thomas is set to debut for the Toronto Raptors in the upcoming NBA Summer League, where he will face off against a slate of competitive teams.
Tommy Lloyd expressed satisfaction as each of his drafted prospects landed with teams that value them both for their talent and their fit.
Freshman guard Marcus Johnson, a two‑time Mr. Ohio honoree, is expected to make an immediate impact for the South Carolina Gamecocks despite a roster crowded with transfers and seniors.
Elliot Cadeau will return for his senior year, anchoring Michigan's backcourt after a national championship, while NBA-bound departures and new coaching directions shape the upcoming season.
After a standout college tenure that included a Sweet 16 appearance and a triple‑double for Nebraska, Rienk Mast has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers, joining a growing pipeline of NBA talent cultivated under coach Fred Hoiberg.
Three Michigan Wolverines were selected in the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, while undrafted teammates inked Exhibit‑10 deals and one star heads abroad to Australia, highlighting the program’s expanding global footprint.
Recent commitments in Michigan hockey and basketball highlight the university's rising athletic profile, with top junior Landon DuPont pledging to the 2026‑27 season and former Wolverines guard Nimari Burnett earning a guaranteed contract with the Toronto Raptors.
AK Okereke, a former Cornell basketball standout, has signed a two‑way NBA contract with the Los Angeles Lakers after the 2026 NBA Draft, continuing a tradition of Ivy League players making the jump to professional basketball.
Three second‑round selections are poised to step into larger responsibilities as teams navigate guard rotations and potential departures.
The 2026 NBA Draft saw former Florida Atlantic University forward Baba Miller chosen by the Los Angeles Clippers, continuing a streak that began with Alijah Martin’s 2025 selection and reflects the program’s rapid ascent under former coach Dusty May.
Baba Miller’s selection by the Los Angeles Clippers marks the second consecutive NBA draft pick for Florida Atlantic University, highlighting a burgeoning talent pipeline that now includes Alijah Martin, Vladislav Goldin and Johnell Davis.
Selected 55th overall, Martinelli brings a 23‑point average and a reputation for work ethic to a Clippers roster eyeing a playoff push.
University of Houston guard Emanuel Sharp was chosen with the 45th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a season that saw the Cougars set a school record with three players drafted.
Veteran guard Derrick White will lead the Buffaloes' basketball strategy and inject $2 million into the program, accelerating roster reconstruction and player development.
The Trail Blazers announced the hiring of Micah Nori, a former Indiana University baseball star turned NBA assistant, as their new head coach. His extensive coaching background and Indiana connections signal a strategic shift for the franchise.
Former Kansas players face restricted and unrestricted free agency, with contract options and extensions shaping their next NBA destinations.