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Tyler Johnson, a former NBA guard with a nine‑year pro career, will serve as assistant coach and director of player development, while Jackson Stepanian, a recent Rhode Island graduate, takes on the role of video coordinator.
After decommitting from Stanford, four‑star guard Jhaliana Guy receives a renewed scholarship offer from Iowa, highlighting her elite ranking and recent USA Basketball trials experience.
After decommitting from Stanford, five‑star prospect Jhaliana Guy receives a new scholarship offer from Iowa, highlighting her elite status and the Hawkeyes' aggressive recruiting
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, a 17‑year‑old seven‑foot forward, pledged to Duke University, bringing a rare blend of size, skill and international pedigree that has scouts already projecting a top‑ranked future.
With a deep talent pool and a storied unbeaten streak, the United States prepares to defend its U17 crown in Istanbul this summer.
The 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U17 National Team training camp in Colorado Springs brings together top high school seniors, six of whom already hold Kentucky offers, as the squad prepares for the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup in Istanbul this summer.
Five‑star recruit Isaiah Hill has been invited to the USA Basketball U17 training camp, a stepping stone toward the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup in Istanbul, where he could become the next Purdue player to shine internationally.
Kam Mercer, a top-ranked guard from Princeton High School, has been selected for the USA Basketball Men’s U17 National Team training camp, highlighting his rise, commitment to Cincinnati, and the team's historic dominance ahead of the Istanbul World Cup.
Kentucky's presence at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in South Carolina has yielded a high‑profile commitment from Ryan Hampton, underscoring Coach Mark Pope's resurgence in the 2027 recruiting class.
From five‑star recruit to ACC honoree, Mikel Brown Jr. combines elite scoring with a resilient spirit, while confronting the physical demands that could shape his professional trajectory.
Coach Pat Kelsey is building momentum for Louisville’s next class, landing Ferlandes Wright and courting a slate of elite prospects across the country.
Team USA edged Australia 21‑20 in a dramatic final in Poland, with LSU stars Mikaylah Williams and MiLaysia Fulwiley leading the charge. The victory marks the fourth U.S. title since 2012 and extends a winning streak that began in May.
South Carolina’s Joyce Edwards clinches her fourth gold medal at the 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup, while freshman Kelsi Andrews readies for the U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.
Joyce Edwards and Team USA completed a perfect tournament at the 2026 FIBA 3X3 World Cup, defeating Australia in a last‑second finish to claim gold and cement Edwards' place as the first Gamecock to medal at the 3X3 World Cup.
The United States completed an unbeaten run at the 2026 FIBA 3X3 World Cup, edging Australia 21‑20 in the final. Joyce Edwards, a four‑time international gold‑medalist, anchored the effort alongside a roster of rising stars.
In Leon, Mexico, the United States routed Brazil 102‑56 to set up a championship showdown with Canada, highlighted by strong performances from Taylen Kinney, Colben Landrew and Quentin Coleman.
Coach Nate Oats is using his position on the U18 national team to deepen ties with elite prospects, a strategy that has already attracted five‑star recruit Malachi Jordan to Alabama.
The 2026 USA Women’s U18 roster combines top‑ranked prospects and college commitments as the team eyes a twelfth consecutive gold medal at the FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup in Mexico.
Kansas Jayhawks welcome a diverse group of newcomers, from freshman Taylen Kinney to seasoned transfers, as they prepare for the upcoming season
In Mexico, the American squad rolled past Argentina, highlighted by Kinney's six points, five assists and a spectacular dunk assist.
Eight new pledges, including unrated lineman Abdus Kone and three‑star back Terrance Grant Jr., signal a aggressive recruiting push, while other Terps athletes shine in national trials and NCAA regionals.
In a candid conversation, Michigan State women's basketball coach Robyn Fralick discusses the team's progress, the arrival of top recruit Lilly Williams and the broader shifts shaping the sport.
Quentin Coleman’s debut performance propelled Team USA to an 88‑58 win over Argentina, setting up upcoming matches against Mexico and Brazil.
Freshman forward Kelsi Andrews has been selected for the USA Basketball U18 National Team that will compete in the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Irapuato, Mexico, from June 9-15. The roster, guided by Notre Dame head coach Niele Ivey, features a blend of top recruits and experienced players aiming to extend the United States' record of 12 gold medals in the tournament.