
UCLA’s Rebuilding Push Brings Fresh Faces to the Bruins
After a lackluster year, UCLA is banking on two promising freshmen to revitalize its roster
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After a lackluster year, UCLA is banking on two promising freshmen to revitalize its roster

Former UConn star Sue Bird joins NBC alongside Cheryl Miller, offering a player‑first perspective as the league navigates a historic collective bargaining agreement and early‑season officiating challenges.

The transfer portal has become a decisive factor in shaping the outlook of several men’s college basketball programs, turning traditional powerhouses into immediate contenders for the national championship.

A look at how Michigan, Louisville, Duke, Texas and Tennessee are leveraging the transfer portal to rebuild rosters and challenge for the national title.
A wave of elite transfers has re‑engineered the rosters of five leading programs, setting the stage for a competitive chase for the next national title.

Illinois coach Brad Underwood has reshaped the program with a daring schedule that pits the Fighting Illini against top national powers, aiming to secure a deep NCAA tournament run.

At the NBA Combine in Chicago, TheWolverine.com sat down with former collegiate opponents of the Michigan Wolverines, shedding light on the team’s emerging NBA prospects.

After seven years at the Division I level, former Rowan star Rob DePersia is back as the university's head men's basketball coach, aiming to elevate the program and honor his alma mater.

A five‑star recruit who dominated the EYBL circuit and earned a spot on the USA Nike Hoop Summit, Ethan Taylor will head to East Lansing, where he hopes to learn from coach Tom Izzo and help the Spartans rebuild.

Clara Strack’s junior season delivered historic all‑around numbers, leading Kentucky to its first Sweet 16 in a decade and positioning her as the clear favorite to headline the next college basketball cycle.

Rob DePersia, a 2019 Rowan graduate and former All‑NJAC honoree, has been named head coach of the university’s men’s basketball team, promising a blend of institutional pride and fresh strategy

The Illini will visit Duke in November 2026 before hosting the Blue Devils in December 2027, continuing a series Duke leads 6‑3 while Illinois faces a slate of tough road games and conference matchups.

Former NBA star Tracy McGrady is set to advise Wagner College’s men’s basketball program on name, image and likeness initiatives, marketing and player development as the team welcomes his son Laymen McGrady and new head coach Dwan McMillan.
Rob DePersia, a Cherry Hill native and Rowan University alumnus, has been named head coach of the university's men's basketball program, returning after a distinguished playing career and a series of coaching roles at top programs.

Rookie guard Azzi Fudd missed the Dallas Wings' home opener due to a right knee issue, raising questions about her availability despite a strong college résumé and a brief debut against the Indiana Fever.

Michigan State is intensifying its recruitment efforts on Zay'vion Smith, a highly rated offensive tackle from Ohio who remains committed to Cincinnati.

UConn’s athletic director David Benedict argues that the Big East should champion basketball throughout the calendar, a strategy that could reshape the conference’s future amid expanding tournaments and revenue challenges.

Saint Louis’s daring non‑conference schedule pits the Billikens against elite mid‑major programs, aiming to reshape their NCAA Tournament trajectory and elevate the profile of mid‑major basketball.

St. John's will meet UCLA at the Basketball Hall of Fame Showcase on November 24 at Mohegan Sun Arena, with tickets set to go on sale in early September.

The Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase will feature a much‑anticipated rematch between UConn and South Carolina, while UCLA opens against St. John’s after a championship‑laden season.

Alex Karaban dazzled at the Chicago NBA Draft Combine with elite shooting numbers and upgraded physical measurements, while teammate Tarris Reed Jr. added intrigue to UConn's emerging draft class.

The upcoming Basketball Hall of Fame Women's Showcase will pit UConn against South Carolina in a much-anticipated rematch, while defending champion UCLA takes on St. John's. The event marks a pivotal moment after a tense postgame exchange between coaches Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley.

A look at the upcoming women's basketball doubleheader, the lingering coach rivalry, and the roster changes that could shape the season's early narrative.

RJ Moore, a top‑rated Class of 2027 prospect, is drawing interest from a host of major schools. His father, former UConn star Ricky Moore, offers guidance as the younger Moore weighs his options.