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The Wildcats will meet the Red Raiders on October 23 in Lexington, offering an early glimpse of both teams as they prepare for the 2026‑27 season.
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The Wildcats will meet the Red Raiders on October 23 in Lexington, offering an early glimpse of both teams as they prepare for the 2026‑27 season.

After a judge’s injunction cleared the way for a fifth year, sharpshooter Donovan Atwell is back with Texas Tech, bringing record‑breaking shooting and a chance at a national title.

Texas Tech announced that star three‑point specialist Donovan Atwell will use a fifth year of eligibility to return for the 2026‑27 season, bringing back a key piece of a team that has reached the NCAA Tournament three straight years.

Texas Tech is weighing the addition of forward Donovan Atwell for a fifth season, a move that could reshape its offensive scheme and financial planning while navigating a complex eligibility landscape.

A look at how the new transfer rules are boosting offensive firepower for several programs while raising questions for traditional powerhouses.

Darrion Williams returns to Texas Tech for a fifth season, bringing Elite Eight experience and All‑Big 12 accolades to a program poised for another deep tournament run.

Former UCF standout Jamichael Stillwell has committed to Texas Tech, seeking a fifth year of eligibility through a pending injunction. His addition arrives as the program navigates roster turnover and a broader NCAA lawsuit that may redefine collegiate eligibility rules.

Five Hofstra men's basketball players have been named to the NABC 2025-26 Honors Court, and the program captured its third consecutive Team Academic Excellence Award, highlighting the university's blend of athletic and academic excellence.

Texas Tech prepares for a demanding non‑conference slate, featuring high‑profile opponents, key player departures and a host of new transfers, setting the stage for a pivotal season.

The upcoming Big 12 men’s basketball season will be defined by major roster changes, key transfers, and coaching shifts across the league, setting the stage for fresh storylines and competitive balance.
Amari Barrett, a 6‑foot‑4 guard who helped Millwood win its 19th Oklahoma Class 3A championship, has pledged to Texas Tech, where he will be joined by two high‑school recruits and three transfer portal additions.

The NCAA’s removal of transfer penalties has sparked a wave of high‑profile moves, reshaping rosters and widening the gap between major and minor programs.
Top recruit Milan Momcilovic has pledged to Kentucky, bringing elite three‑point shooting and a lucrative contract that could restore coach Mark Pope’s footing and spark a renewed tournament push.

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.

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.

Milan Momcilovic, the No. 2 transfer portal prospect, has decided to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft, choosing instead to complete his senior year and reshape the upcoming college basketball landscape.

Coach Grant McCasland announced the signing of Trey Hall, a Fort Worth native who capped his high school career with a Class 6A state title and multiple all‑state honors.
Louisville and Texas Tech will meet in the inaugural Players Era tournament in Las Vegas beginning November 24, a competition that offers significant NIL payouts and a possible Thanksgiving rematch with Pitino
Texas Tech announced the commitment of Treaton Hall, a North Crowley High School product, as part of an effort to reshape the roster following the loss of most scholarship players.

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.
The transfer portal has reshaped Big 12 basketball, bringing new stars and creating critical gaps that will define each team’s outlook for the upcoming season.