Donnie Freeman out for 2026‑27 season after Achilles injury
St. John's announced that forward Donnie Freeman will sit out the upcoming season after rupturing his right Achilles tendon during a workout.
Jul 2, 2026
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Donnie Freeman sidelined for 2026‑27 season with Achilles injury
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the entire 2026‑27 season after sustaining an Achilles injury. The transfer from Syracuse was expected to be a cornerstone for a Red Storm squad coming off consecutive conference championships and a Sweet 16 run.
Jul 2, 2026
Will Brunson Joins IMG Academy Ahead of 2028 Recruiting Cycle
Four‑star prospect Will Brunson is set to transfer to IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, after a standout season at Rutgers Preparatory School, reigniting Syracuse’s recruitment efforts and positioning him among the nation’s top 30 2028 prospects.
Jul 2, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season Cut Short by Achilles Injury
Former Syracuse star Donnie Freeman is set to miss the upcoming season after rupturing his Achilles tendon, a blow that underscores a recurring injury pattern and revives memories of similar setbacks among his former teammates.
Jul 2, 2026
St. John’s Faces Setback as Donnie Freeman Out for 2026‑27 Season
St. John's University announced that forward Donnie Freeman will miss the entire 2026‑27 campaign after rupturing his Achilles tendon, prompting a roster reshuffle and altering preseason forecasts for the Big East powerhouse.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman sidelined for 2026‑27 season after Achilles tear
Donnie Freeman's Achilles injury sustained during a summer workout will keep him out of the 2026‑27 season, marking the third major injury of his college career.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Casts Doubts on St. John’s Title Hopes
St. John's will be without forward Donnie Freeman for the 2026‑27 campaign after a ruptured Achilles sustained during a workout, a setback that threatens their bid for a third consecutive conference championship.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Achilles Injury Shakes St. John’s Title Hopes
St. John's University confirmed that forward Donnie Freeman will sit out the 2026‑27 campaign after rupturing his Achilles tendon in an offseason workout. The injury required surgery and raises questions about the team's prospects in the Big East and the NCAA tournament.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Commitment to St. John’s Turns Sour After Achilles Injury
Donnie Freeman, once slated for a key role at Kentucky, signed with St. John's before a summer Achilles injury derailed his plans. The setback forces both programs to adjust as they look ahead.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Commitment and Injury Send Shockwaves Through College Basketball
A highly touted forward pledged to Kentucky before flipping to St. John’s, only to suffer an Achilles injury that upends plans for both programs.
Jul 1, 2026
St. John’s Hunts Full‑Time General Manager After Ostrom’s Interim Tenure
St. John's University is seeking a permanent general manager following Tom Ostrom’s interim role, aiming to sustain its recent basketball success.
Jun 12, 2026
Arkansas Razorbacks target European big man as they reshape roster
The Razorbacks are finalizing a roster that blends overseas prospects with domestic standouts, aiming to fill gaps in the post and backcourt.
Jun 12, 2026
Milan Momcilovic’s Commitment Revives Kentucky’s Hopes Under Mark Pope
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.
Jun 4, 2026
Big East Basketball Poised for a 2026‑27 Surge
The league's revenue‑sharing model and strategic player moves have positioned the Big East as a top contender in next season's national picture.
Jun 4, 2026
Milan Momcilovic’s Decision Could Tip Kentucky’s Title Aspirations
Milan Momcilovic, the No. 2 transfer prospect, is set to choose between Kentucky and Louisville, a choice that could reshape the Wildcats' roster and national outlook.
Jun 2, 2026
Milan Momcilovic’s College Choice: Kentucky or Louisville?
The 6‑foot‑8 forward, a 48.7% three‑point shooter, is the No. 2 player in the 247Sports transfer rankings and is deciding between the Wildcats and the Cardinals, a decision that could reshape both programs ahead of the June 13 international recruiting deadline.
Jun 2, 2026
SI’s Preseason Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Set the Stage for 2026‑27
Sports Illustrated’s preseason Top 25 reveals Florida at No. 1, but a wave of transfers and roster changes promises a volatile year across the nation’s elite programs.
Jun 2, 2026
Early College Basketball Rankings Unveil Surprising Shifts
A preview of the 2026‑27 season shows Florida at the top, with Duke, Michigan and a host of other programs making notable moves
Jun 1, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Ripple Effect
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.
May 31, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Top 25: Who Returns, Who Rises
With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
May 29, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Wave Reshapes 2026‑27 Rosters
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.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball’s 2026 Draft Landscape: Who Stays, Who Goes
A look at the high‑profile college athletes who have chosen to return to school or enter the 2026 NBA Draft, and how their moves will affect their programs' outlooks.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
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.
May 28, 2026
Tounde Yessoufou Withdraws from NBA Draft, Commits to St. John’s as Kentucky Eyes Portal Standout
Baylor’s freshman guard Tounde Yessoufou has pulled his name from the 2026 NBA Draft, pledging to play for Rick Pitino at St. John’s. Meanwhile, Kentucky is emerging as a top contender for the highly rated Milan Momcilovic, a three‑point shooting specialist from Iowa State.
May 28, 2026