SEC Draft Deadline Sends Players Down Diverging Paths
With the NBA draft withdrawal deadline having passed, several SEC standouts have announced whether they will test the professional ranks or head back to campus for another season.
May 28, 2026
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College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
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.
May 28, 2026
Alabama’s Multi‑Sport Surge: Softball, Basketball, and Football Outlook
Alabama's softball team prepares for a high‑stakes showdown with UCLA in the Women's College World Series, while basketball and football storylines add layers of intrigue to the Crimson Tide's season.
May 28, 2026
Amari Allen’s Return Boosts Alabama’s Title Hopes
Amari Allen's choice to return to Alabama for the 2026-27 season signals a strategic shift that could position the Crimson Tide as a national championship contender, leveraging his point forward role and deep roster.
May 28, 2026
2026 NBA Draft Withdrawal Deadline: Winners, Losers, and the Rise of Returners
The 2026 NBA Draft withdrawal deadline has sparked a wave of strategic choices among top prospects, influencing team builds and highlighting the growing impact of name, image and likeness opportunities.
May 28, 2026
Alabama Secures Key Return as Amari Allen Opts for Fifth Year
After a breakout freshman season, Allen decides to stay, joining a roster that aims to build on last year's momentum.
May 28, 2026
Illinois Basketball Holds Its Breath Over Stojakovic’s Draft Decision
A misleading Instagram post has Illinois fans scrambling as Andrej Stojakovic’s future hangs in the balance, with the NBA draft withdrawal deadline looming.
May 27, 2026
Amari Allen Returns to Alabama Basketball for 2026‑27 Season
Amari Allen, a 2023‑24 All‑SEC Freshman Team member, has decided to forgo the NBA Draft and will suit up for Alabama again next season, citing a desire to improve and reach the league.
May 27, 2026
Alabama Basketball Secures Key Return of Rookie Forward Amari Allen
Amari Allen, a freshman standout for Alabama, announced he will return for the 2026‑27 season, ensuring the team retains three veteran players and adding new responsibilities on the court.
May 27, 2026
Milan Momcilovic’s Draft Decision Looms as NBA Executives Urge College Return
Milan Momcilovic faces a pivotal choice before the May 27 withdrawal deadline, balancing NBA projections against collegiate development, while Kentucky and Arizona eye his commitment.
May 27, 2026
Kentucky Basketball’s Offseason Moves Shape 2027 NBA Draft Outlook
Key decisions by Kentucky's top prospects will influence the team's draft stock, rankings, and the broader SEC landscape.
May 26, 2026
Four-Star Guard Chase Lumpkin Eyes Alabama as 2027 Recruiting Begins
Alabama’s basketball program secured its first 2027 commitment from point guard Anderson Diaz, while four-star shooting guard Chase Lumpkin impressed coaches during an unofficial visit, highlighting the Crimson Tide’s growing recruiting momentum.
May 25, 2026
Alabama Basketball Secures Early Commitment as 2027 Prospect Chase Lumpkin Eyes Crimson Tide
Four‑star shooting guard Chase Lumpkin toured Alabama’s campus in May, lauding the coaching staff, facilities and style of play, as the Crimson Tide locks in its first 2027 commitment from point guard Anderson Diaz.
May 25, 2026
Draft Prospects Gear Up for 2026
Joshua Jefferson eyes a top‑45 slot while Milan Momcilovic balances elite shooting with a college return plan.
May 22, 2026
Amari Allen Weighs NBA Draft Decision Amid Growing Interest
Amari Allen, a sophomore guard from Alabama, faces a pivotal choice as NBA teams court him ahead of the May 27 draft deadline, weighing a potential first‑round promise against a return to college basketball.
May 22, 2026
Iowa State Standouts Projected for 2026 NBA Draft Amid College Return Debate
A look at the rising prospects from Iowa State, their draft outlook, and the strategic choices shaping the next NBA draft cycle.
May 22, 2026
College Basketball Stars Face Crucial Draft Decisions Ahead of 2026 NBA Draft
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, a handful of top prospects are weighing the benefits of staying in college against the allure of the NBA draft, a choice that could reshape next season's power balances.
May 21, 2026
NBA Draft Withdrawal Deadline Looms as Players Weigh College or Pro Paths
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, the NBA will soon publish the names of players who have chosen to remain in the draft. Many athletes are still weighing their options, while a few have already announced their decisions.
May 20, 2026
NBA Draft Withdrawal Deadline Looms as Top Prospects Weigh College or Pro Paths
As the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline approaches on May 27, players such as Matt Able, Amari Allen and Christian Anderson evaluate their options, influencing both college basketball and professional team plans.
May 19, 2026
Amari Allen Considers Extra Year at Alabama as Draft Outlook Shifts
Alabama’s star freshman Amari Allen is weighing a return to college after his NBA draft stock moved to the second round, a decision that could reshape the team’s prospects next year
May 19, 2026
St. John’s Climbs to No. 16 as Theo Edema Commits, Rick Pitino Eyes More Additions
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
May 18, 2026
Labaron Philon Jr. and Amari Allen Light Up 2026 NBA Draft Combine
At the 2026 NBA Draft Combine in Chicago and Brooklyn, Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. and forward Amari Allen delivered standout performances that have cemented their status as top prospects.
May 18, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide Dominates Regional Play and Secures Key Schedules Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Alabama's softball team rolled through the Tuscaloosa Regional with a 20‑0 scoring margin, while the baseball squad earned a double‑bye in the SEC Tournament. The basketball program locked in a home‑and‑home series with Seton Hall for 2026‑27, and both track and field squads finished second at the SEC Outdoor Championships.
May 18, 2026
Alabama and Seton Hall Ink Home‑and‑Home Basketball Series Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Alabama’s men’s basketball team has scheduled a home‑and‑home series with Seton Hall for the 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons, with the first game set for Nov. 13, 2026, in Tuscaloosa and the second slated for Newark, New Jersey.
May 15, 2026