Arizona Wildcats Gear Up for Another Final Four Push
The Wildcats reached the 2025‑26 Final Four before falling to Michigan, and with a deep frontcourt and promising transfers, they aim to return to the sport’s biggest stage next season.
Sep 7, 2026
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Arizona’s 2027 Draft Class Emerges as a Powerhouse
From towering centers to versatile wings, Arizona’s emerging talent is shaping the conversation around the next NBA draft.
Aug 28, 2026
Arizona Basketball Overpowers Lithuania 88-74 in Tour Finale
The Wildcats closed their Lithuanian Tour with a 88‑74 victory, highlighted by Kharchenkov’s scoring and a paint‑centric offense that will carry into upcoming events.
Aug 22, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Rally to Top Lithuania in Alytus Exhibition
The Wildcats overcame an early deficit and a mixed Lithuanian lineup to win 88-74 in Alytus, with Ivan Kharchenkov leading the scoring and a rematch already scheduled for September.
Aug 22, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Rally to Overwhelm Ukraine in Exhibition Victory
The Wildcats bounced back from a 99-88 defeat with a 107-85 win over Ukraine, showcasing better teamwork, shooting efficiency and resilience despite off‑court setbacks.
Aug 21, 2026
Arizona Wildcats surge past Ukraine, 107-85, after Lithuania ‘B’ stumble
The Wildcats bounced back from a lackluster loss to Lithuania ‘B’ with a commanding 107-85 win over Ukraine, showcasing improved three‑point shooting and early dominance, even as key players remained sidelined.
Aug 20, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Fall to Lithuanian B Team in Pre‑Season Opener
Arizona’s preseason journey in Europe got off to a tough start, dropping a 99‑88 decision to Lithuania’s developmental side despite a strong second‑half push.
Aug 20, 2026
Arizona’s Summer Test in Lithuania
Arizona fell 99-88 to Lithuania's development squad in their first exhibition, highlighting rebounding woes and three‑point struggles.
Aug 19, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Embark on Lithuanian Exhibition Tour
The University of Arizona men’s basketball squad travels to Lithuania for a three‑game swing, testing fresh transfers and gaining exposure to seasoned European professionals.
Aug 19, 2026
UNC Basketball Transfer Portal Brings Major Roster Changes
The Daily Tar Heel tracks the movement of UNC basketball players as the transfer portal opens, highlighting departures like Lanie Grant and Derek Dixon and new faces such as Achol Akot and Neoklis Avdalas.
Aug 17, 2026
UNC Basketball Portal Moves: Roster Shifts and New Faces
The Atlantic Coast Conference’s transfer portal window opened on April 6 for women’s basketball and a day later for the men’s side, giving UNC’s roster a fresh wave of movement. Notable departures include Lanie Grant heading to TCU and Derek Dixon moving to Louisville, while a wave of incoming talent features Achol Akot, Elina Aarnisalo, Chloe Clardy and others.
Aug 17, 2026
UNC Basketball Crushes North Carolina Central 97-53, Improving to 4-0
The Tar Heels rolled past North Carolina Central 97-53, with Wilson delivering 21 points and 13 rebounds, while the team’s defense forced a 24% shooting night and 14 blocks.
Aug 16, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Add Four New Guards for International Push
The Wildcats welcome Derek Dixon, JJ Mandaquit, Cameron Holmes and RJ Godfrey, aiming to reshape the guard rotation ahead of a week‑long trip that marks the program’s inaugural international experience.
Aug 12, 2026
UNC Basketball Eyes Exhibition Wins to Fine‑Tune New Roster
North Carolina will host USC on Oct. 9 and travel to Indianapolis on Oct. 18 as part of a preseason schedule that blends fresh talent with experienced transfers under Coach Eric Musselman.
Aug 10, 2026
CBS Sports Releases Updated Top 25 College Basketball Rankings After Key Shifts
The newest CBS Sports Top 25 and No. 1 college basketball poll reflects a dramatic turnover driven by transfers, injuries and coaching changes across the nation's elite programs.
Jul 28, 2026
Caleb Wilson’s 35‑Point Debut Signals New Era for Bulls
In his first NBA Summer League game, Caleb Wilson poured in 35 points, hitting seven three‑pointers and shooting 63.7% from deep, a performance that outpaces his college numbers and hints at a bright future for Chicago.
Jul 11, 2026
Big 12 Basketball 2026‑27: Roster Revolutions and New Expectations
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.
Jul 9, 2026
The New Blueprint for a 2027 College Basketball Champion
An analysis of the evolving criteria for a national title, spotlighting three programs that may win without a top‑20 recruiting class or a returning star.
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
Big 12 Basketball Offseason Moves: Arizona Leads the Pack
The Big 12’s expansion reshapes the conference, Arizona posts a dominant season, and the Wildcats' offseason earns a B grade.
Jun 27, 2026
Big 12 Basketball 2026‑27: Title Contenders and Transfer Turmoil
The 2026‑27 Big 12 season promises a reshaped landscape, with title contenders emerging amid a wave of player movement.
Jun 16, 2026
UCLA Bruins Open 2026‑27 Season Against Arizona in Las Vegas Showdown
UCLA will kick off the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season in Las Vegas against Arizona, a team fresh off a Final Four run, in a game that could define the Bruins’ campaign under coach Mick Cronin.
Jun 9, 2026