
Meleek Thomas Drafted 34th by Cavaliers, Completing a Razorback Legacy
Meleek Thomas, Arkansas guard, was selected 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers after a standout college season that included an SEC Tournament title and Sweet 16 run.
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Meleek Thomas, Arkansas guard, was selected 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers after a standout college season that included an SEC Tournament title and Sweet 16 run.

The former UConn standout was drafted by the Cavaliers and dealt to the Kings, where he hopes to blend shooting and playmaking for a championship‑contending squad.

After leading UConn to back‑to‑back titles, Alex Karaban is preparing for the NBA Draft, where his shooting prowess could earn him a late first‑round selection, though concerns about his athleticism and age linger.

UConn’s Alex Karaban, celebrated for his three‑point record and championship success, is entering the NBA Draft, with projections placing him in the late first or early second round.

After leading UConn to back‑to‑back national titles, forward Alex Karaban is preparing for the NBA Draft, where his shooting record and collegiate pedigree could earn him a late first‑round selection.

Alex Karaban, a two‑time NCAA champion from UConn, is preparing for the NBA Draft with a late‑first‑round or early‑second‑round projection. His shooting record, physical tools, and experience have teams eyeing a potential fit with the Sacramento Kings.

Coach Dan Hurley’s optimism stems from recent visits by former stars and a sweeping overhaul that brings nine new players into a system built on speed, quickness, and constant motion.

Two weeks into summer practice, the Huskies are refining a youthful lineup that narrowly missed the national championship. Coach Hurley praises the backcourt’s potential, while standout players prepare for the NBA Draft in Brooklyn.

The Boston Celtics and UConn Huskies have intertwined histories that span decades, linking Hall of Fame players, NBA draft prospects, and a podcast that explores the region's rich basketball culture.

CBS Sports' early Big East rankings place UConn at the summit, highlighting a potent backcourt led by Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins while noting frontcourt instability and key transfer additions.

The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.

A look at how the latest CBS Sports Top 25 and 1 rankings reflect the impact of key commitments, departures, and transfers across the nation's powerhouse basketball programs.

Kentucky's newest sharpshooter, Milan Momcilovic, has sparked movement in the CBS Sports Top 25, prompting a fresh look at contending teams and their prospects.

A look at how the new addition influences the early-season rankings and what it means for the powerhouses heading into next season

A look at the top five teams in the upcoming Big Ten season, highlighting key returning players, transfers and coaching storylines.

A wave of high‑profile players have pulled out of the NBA Draft, prompting major programs to adjust their line‑ups and recruit new talent.

With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.

After guiding UConn to the Final Four and a national championship game appearance while playing through injury, Silas Demary Jr. will return for his final college season, aiming to join the pantheon of UConn legends and lead a rebuilt team back to the top.

A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.

Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.

UConn’s men’s basketball team opens summer workouts on June 1, 2026, aiming for a fourth Final Four and a third national title in five years, while navigating a wave of transfers, freshmen and coaching changes.

From bench player to starter, Royce Parham’s statistical leap and clutch performances have propelled Marquette in the conference race.

San Antonio’s fourth‑overall pick in the 2024 draft has quickly become a catalyst, blending college‑honed discipline with NBA‑ready playmaking.

Isaiah Shaw, a 6‑foot‑8 wing who averaged 8.1 points and shot 46.4% from three last season at Northern Arizona, is set to join UConn, where his father’s coaching background and the program’s recent transfer influx add new dimensions.