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
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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
UConn Basketball Coach Dan Hurley Looks Ahead to a Revitalized Roster
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.
Jun 19, 2026
Duke’s 2026‑27 non‑conference basketball schedule pits Blue Devils against top contenders
Duke’s upcoming non‑conference slate features games against UConn, Illinois and Florida, each of which brings a distinct set of challenges and storylines that could influence the Blue Devils’ pursuit of a championship.
Jun 19, 2026
UConn Huskies’ Summer Practice Signals Title Aspirations
The Huskies showcase a high‑energy practice session, highlighting leadership changes and NBA draft prospects ahead of the upcoming season.
Jun 19, 2026
Duke’s 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Schedule Packed with Powerhouses
Duke’s upcoming non‑conference slate features top‑ranked opponents UConn, Illinois and Florida, each bringing back key players and promising intense competition.
Jun 19, 2026
UConn Huskies Gear Up for a New Season After Near‑Miss in Title Game
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.
Jun 18, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley Eyes White House South Lawn Showdown with Duke
Coach Dan Hurley, fresh from a UFC event in Washington, D.C., floated the idea of a UConn‑Duke game on the White House South Lawn, recalling past clashes that have taken the teams from Germany to the Bahamas.
Jun 18, 2026
UConn Coach Dan Hurley Eyes White House South Lawn Showdown with Duke
UConn coach Dan Hurley sparked excitement during a recent appearance in Washington, where he voiced a bold idea: staging a college basketball showdown on the White House South Lawn.
Jun 18, 2026
Elite College Basketball Players Opt to Return for 2026‑27, Shaping a Stronger NBA Draft Class
A wave of high‑profile college basketball players is electing to remain in school for the 2026‑27 season, reinforcing rosters and enriching a projected weaker NBA draft class.
Jun 12, 2026
UConn Tops Early Big East Men’s Basketball Rankings
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.
Jun 5, 2026