Michigan State braces for 2026‑27 season with key returnees and new challenges
The Spartans welcome back a 7‑foot‑2 center and await the NBA decision of a standout point guard, even as a key wing departs for LSU.
May 27, 2026
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Minnesota Gophers Confront a Brutal Big Ten Road Schedule
The Gophers will travel across the Midwest and coast to face some of college basketball's most competitive programs, while hoping to translate a deep roster into wins.
May 27, 2026
Allen Graves Chooses NBA Draft Over LSU Commitment
Allen Graves, a top‑ranked 2026 draft prospect, has decided to remain in the draft rather than join LSU, where Coach Will Wade is assembling a new-look squad with notable additions to the coaching staff.
May 26, 2026
LSU Tigers Add French Power Forward Brice Dessert Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
LSU Tigers Men's Basketball has secured the commitment of Brice Dessert, a 23‑year‑old French forward who brings a blend of size, defensive versatility and international experience to the program.
May 22, 2026
Will Wade Bolsters LSU Roster with French Center Brice Dessert Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
LSU will welcome French center Brice Dessert for the 2026‑27 campaign, completing a series of international acquisitions and coaching changes that signal a new strategic direction for the program.
May 22, 2026
LSU Locks Down French Forward Brice Dessert for 2026‑27 Season
Brice Dessert, a 23‑year‑old French forward, has committed to LSU Tigers Men's Basketball, bringing a 6‑11 frame, EuroLeague pedigree and a proven scoring record to the program.
May 22, 2026
Coaches clash over professional player recruitment in college basketball
Michigan State’s Tom Izzo decries the shift toward professional talent in college hoops, spotlighting LSU’s Will Wade and the broader implications for the NCAA.
May 21, 2026
LSU Secures Young Croatian Star Michael Ruzic in Latest International Recruitment
LSU’s men’s basketball program has added Croatian prospect Michael Ruzic, a 19‑year‑old who averaged 6.5 points and 3.8 rebounds for Joventut in Spain’s Liga Endesa, to a class that already features transfers and other international signees
May 21, 2026
LSU Locks Down International Big Man Michael Ruzic for 2026‑27
The Tigers are set to welcome 7‑foot Croatian center Michael Ruzic, a recent Joventut standout, as part of a sweeping recruitment drive that includes multiple transfers and a revamped coaching staff.
May 21, 2026
Will Wade Adds Italian Forward Saliou Niang to LSU Roster for Upcoming Season
LSU basketball coach Will Wade has announced the addition of Italian professional forward Saliou Niang, a 6‑foot‑6 player with strong shooting percentages, to a roster that is being reshaped after a mass exodus of players.
May 20, 2026
LSU Secures Commitment from Croatian Power Forward Michael Ruzic
The Tigers add a versatile big man with strong shooting percentages and professional experience from Spain’s Liga Endesa.
May 20, 2026
LSU to Meet Houston in 2026‑27 Basketball Showdown at Toyota Center
LSU is planning a matchup against Houston at the NBA‑style Toyota Center for the 2026‑27 season, while Houston's recent dominance and LSU's rebuilding efforts under new coach Will Wade set the stage for an intriguing contest.
May 20, 2026
Todd Golden Slams LSU’s Pursuit of Pro‑Level Talent in College Basketball
Florida head coach Todd Golden criticized LSU and coach Will Wade for assembling a roster filled with former NBA players and overseas transfers, arguing that the trend threatens the development of true college talent.
May 20, 2026
Will Wade’s International Recruiting Gambit Reshapes LSU Basketball
LSU's coach is rebuilding his roster by courting global stars, offering multi‑million contracts and navigating NCAA eligibility rules.
May 20, 2026
Jeff Goodman Slams Will Wade’s LSU Comeback Over Recruiting Tactics
Prominent analyst Jeff Goodman decries the new era of older international professionals joining NCAA programs, arguing it undermines the sport’s integrity.
May 20, 2026
Will Wade’s Latest Roster Move Brings RJ Luis into LSU Fold Amid Eligibility Fight
LSU coach Will Wade has signed former St. John's guard RJ Luis, a player whose eligibility hinges on a potential lawsuit, while the Tigers navigate a reshaped roster and transfer portal upheaval.
May 20, 2026
RJ Luis Commits to LSU, Igniting NCAA Eligibility Debate
LSU's latest roster addition, RJ Luis, brings a complex NBA history that challenges longstanding NCAA rules, drawing criticism from coaches and officials.
May 20, 2026
LSU Coach Will Wade Faces Backlash Over Recruiting Moves
After returning to LSU following a 2022 dismissal, coach Will Wade has assembled a roster heavy with transfers and overseas talent, drawing sharp criticism from veteran basketball analysts.
May 20, 2026
Will Wade Adds Veteran Guard RJ Luis Jr. to LSU Roster
LSU coach Will Wade is strengthening his squad with RJ Luis Jr., a former NBA guard who navigated college stardom, a brief NBA career, and a lawsuit to regain eligibility before joining the Tigers.
May 19, 2026
RJ Luis Jr. Joins LSU Tigers, Aiming for SEC Stardom
LSU adds former All‑American RJ Luis Jr. to its roster, hoping the former G League player can translate his college brilliance into SEC dominance.
May 19, 2026
LSU Adds Transfer Guard Austin Nunez and Reinforces Coaching Staff for 2026‑27 Season
LSU announced the commitment of guard Austin Nunez, a redshirt junior who topped his previous team with 9.8 points per game, alongside a quartet of additional transfers and a revamped coaching cadre.
May 19, 2026
Austin Nunez Joins LSU Tigers Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
LSU adds guard Austin Nunez to its roster for the 2026‑27 campaign, bolstering depth and defensive intensity with a proven track record across multiple programs.
May 19, 2026
LSU Bolsters 2026‑27 Roster with Israeli Guard Yam Madar
LSU secures veteran guard Yam Madar, a 25‑year‑old Israeli with NBA Draft experience, in a $5 million deal that underscores the program’s push for battle‑tested talent.
May 19, 2026
LSU Bolsters 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Squad with Transfer Guard Austin Nunez
LSU announced the addition of Austin Nunez, a redshirt senior guard transfer from UTSA, who brings three‑point shooting, defensive versatility, and experience across multiple programs.
May 19, 2026