Jacob Furphy’s Transfer to Boston College Brings Fresh Hope for Eagles
Former UConn guard Jacob Furphy has joined Boston College, where he hopes to leverage recent weight loss and improved conditioning to secure a starting role.
Jul 23, 2026
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UConn Prepares for 2026‑27 Season with Fresh Talent and Veteran Leadership
The Huskies are blending experienced returnees with a wave of transfers and freshmen, aiming to sustain their recent success and compete against top opponents.
Jul 23, 2026
Jacob Furphy’s Transfer to Boston College Sparks Optimism
After a modest stint at UConn, the Australian recruit shed 15 pounds and joined Boston College, where coach Luke Murray sees an immediate starter.
Jul 23, 2026
Jacob Furphy’s Transfer to Boston College Brings Fresh Hope for Eagles
After a modest stint at UConn, Jacob Furphy has moved to Boston College, where he is expected to make an immediate impact. His recent physical transformation and high‑IQ skill set have analysts optimistic about the Eagles' rebuild.
Jul 23, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley’s Turbulent History with Referees and Fans
UConn’s men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley has long been known for his animated exchanges with officials and spectators. In a recent interview he joked about preferring to argue with out‑of‑shape fans and emphasized a renewed focus on professionalism.
Jul 13, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley’s On‑Court Clash Culture
Dan Hurley reflects on his reputation for confronting referees and fans, recalling a bizarre incident that ended with a spectator’s arrest.
Jul 13, 2026
Dan Hurley’s combustible charisma: From confrontations to calculated calm
UConn’s men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley has long been known for his fiery interactions with referees, fans and even the media. In a recent interview he joked about preferring to argue with out‑of‑shape spectators, recalled a forgotten arrest, and hinted at a more measured approach moving forward.
Jul 13, 2026
UConn Huskies Prepare for a Revamped 2026‑27 Season
Coach Dan Hurley outlines a blend of returning core and ten newcomers as the Huskies aim to maintain momentum after a Final Four run.
Jul 12, 2026
Silas Demary Jr. Named Big East Preseason Player of the Year
The Big East has recognized UConn’s star point guard Silas Demary Jr. as its preseason Player of the Year for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting his elite shooting and playmaking ahead of what promises to be a marquee final college year.
Jul 8, 2026
UConn Adds Russian Forward Egor Amosov to 2026‑27 Roster
UConn announced the addition of 6‑foot‑7 forward Egor Amosov, a former Spanish Liga U standout, to its 15‑player roster, highlighting the program’s expanding global reach.
Jul 6, 2026
UConn Secures Russian Forward Egor Amosov for 2026‑27 Season
UConn's latest signing adds depth and versatility to a roster that blends returning veterans with a wave of new talent
Jul 6, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season-Ending Injury Shakes Up Early Top 25 Rankings
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the remainder of the season after doctors confirmed a torn Achilles that required surgery, prompting a reshuffle of the early Top 25 college basketball rankings and highlighting the impact of transfers across the nation.
Jul 3, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Sends St. John’s tumbling in CBS Sports Top 25
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the remainder of the season after surgery for a torn Achilles, a blow that drops the Red Storm to No. 17 in the latest CBS Sports Top 25 and prompts a cascade of movement among the nation's elite programs.
Jul 3, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Shakes Up Early Top 25 Rankings
The injury to forward Donnie Freeman forces St. John's to tumble in the latest CBS Sports Top 25, while programs such as Florida, Duke, Illinois and UConn hold their spots amid a flurry of portal movement.
Jul 3, 2026
Indiana University’s Sports Excellence Earns ESPY Awards Nominations
Former quarterback Fernando Mendoza and basketball alum OG Anunoby lead a slate of ESPY nominations that celebrate Indiana University's undefeated season and other marquee performances.
Jun 29, 2026
UConn Guard Braylon Mullins Earns ESPYs Best Play Nomination Amid Connecticut Connections
Braylon Mullins’ buzzer‑beating shot that eliminated Duke has earned him a 2026 ESPY nomination, joining a slate of athletes with Connecticut roots who are also in the running for the year’s top honors.
Jun 28, 2026
UConn Star Braylon Mullins Earns ESPY nomination for game‑winning shot, fans vote till July 15
Braylon Mullins of the Connecticut Huskies is nominated for the 2026 Best Play ESPY Award for his game‑winning shot against Duke. Fans can vote online until July 15, with several other athletes tied to Connecticut also in the running.
Jun 28, 2026
UConn Star Braylon Mullins Earns ESPY nomination for game‑winning shot
Braylon Mullins, a sophomore guard for the Connecticut Huskies, has been nominated for the 2026 ESPY Award for Best Play after his buzzer‑beating shot that eliminated Duke in the NCAA tournament. The ESPY Awards, broadcast annually by ESPN since 1993, invite fans to vote online for categories such as Best Play, with the voting window closing on July 15. Among the nominees are OG Anunoby for a last‑second comeback in the NBA Finals, Caleb Williams for a game‑tying heave in the NFC Divisional Round, and the U.S. men’s and women’s hockey teams for their Olympic gold‑medal goals. Several athletes with ties to Connecticut are also recognized, including Hilary Knight, a Choate Rosemary Hall alum, for Best Athlete in women’s sports, Aerin Frankel, a Bridgeport native, for Best Championship Performance, and Napheesa Collier, a former UConn star, for Best WNBA Player. UConn alum Paige Bueckers served as a presenter at the 2024 ESPYs and captured the award for Best Female College Athlete in 2021, underscoring the university’s ongoing impact. The ceremony blends college, professional and international competition, highlighting the broad reach of sport and giving fans a direct voice in honoring defining moments. As the voting period progresses, supporters from across the nation are expected to rally behind their favorites, turning the ESPY Awards into a nationwide celebration of athletic excellence.
Jun 27, 2026
Rising Stars: UConn’s Prospects Light Up 2027 NBA Mock Drafts
Braylon Mullins, Colben Landrew, Najai Hines and Abdou Toure are emerging as key names in the 2027 NBA draft conversation, each bringing distinct strengths and storylines.
Jun 27, 2026
UConn Standouts Lead Early 2027 NBA Draft Conversations
Early mock drafts for the 2027 NBA season spotlight UConn’s emerging talents, with Mullins projected in the top ten and several other prospects drawing significant attention.
Jun 27, 2026
Early 2027 NBA Mock Drafts Highlight UConn Prospects and Rising Stars
A look at the early projections shaping the 2027 NBA draft, focusing on UConn sophomore Braylon Mullins, freshman Colben Landrew, shot‑blocking specialist Najai Hines and Notre Dame standout Abdou Toure.
Jun 27, 2026
UConn Standouts Projected as Top Picks in 2027 NBA Draft
Early mock drafts spotlight UConn wing Braylon Mullins, freshman Colben Landrew, shot‑blocker Najai Hines and West Haven native Abdou Toure as key names to watch in the 2027 NBA draft.
Jun 27, 2026
Alijah Arenas Eyes 2027 NBA Draft Spotlight as USC Prepares for Tournament Run
Freshman guard Alijah Arenas averaged 14.1 points per game and scored a season‑high 29 points against Indiana, and together with Rodney Rice hopes to lead USC to the NCAA Tournament and a deep March run.
Jun 26, 2026
The Family Blueprint: UConn’s Basketball Culture Extends Beyond the Court
UConn’s men’s basketball program is defined by a distinctive family culture, where coaches, players and their loved ones collaborate to foster growth, resilience and a shared sense of purpose.
Jun 21, 2026