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Desmond Bane, the former Memphis Grizzlies guard who now serves as TCU’s chief basketball officer, has become a vocal advocate for instituting a salary cap in college basketball. He believes a cap would create a more equitable financial environment for teams and players, while still embracing the benefits of Name, Image, Likeness.
Jaylen Wells will host a $200‑per‑camper basketball camp for children aged 9‑17 at the Memphis Sports & Event Center on August 15‑16, with proceeds supporting his SleepNation nonprofit.
The 2026 NBA offseason has seen an unprecedented flurry of player movement, with marquee names changing teams and reshaping the competitive landscape.
A recent NBA mock draft lists Kanon Catchings as the fourth overall pick, sparking debate over the realism of the forecast and the circumstances surrounding the Utah Jazz’s projected selection.
Top 2026 NBA Draft prospects dazzle in Las Vegas Summer League, delivering standout stats and fantasy‑relevant performances.
A look at the latest top‑50 fantasy basketball rankings, highlighting key players, breakout candidates and the ripple effects of offseason moves across the NBA.
With LeBron James now in Philadelphia and a wave of offseason trades reshaping team dynamics, the latest 9‑category fantasy rankings blend veteran certainty with emerging talent, offering a roadmap for owners seeking edge.
Over the past 15 years Indiana has repeatedly lost elite in‑state recruits to Michigan State, Kentucky, Virginia and Connecticut, a pattern that has left fans yearning for a turnaround.
The federation reveals its coaching lineup, highlights player interest, and details the hurdles facing the U.S. as it prepares for back‑to‑back international tournaments.
The 2026 Summer League concluded with spectacular displays of skill, highlighted by Yaxel Lendeborg's MVP award and Caleb Wilson's record‑setting debut.
East Lansing High School star Kingston Thomas is heading to Indiana's La Lumiere School for his senior year, aiming to elevate his basketball profile after a state‑title‑winning sophomore campaign.
A journalist’s reflections on the NBA’s whirlwind free‑agency period, from Tokyo to Toronto, highlighting key trades and the uncertainty that looms over the league.
Kohler's senior season statistics and a modest contract highlight a quiet draft cycle for his alma mater, while the Jazz and other teams eye summer league prospects.
Carson Cooper, a 6‑foot‑11 forward from Michigan State, has agreed to a two‑way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies following the 2026 NBA Draft, joining a lineage of former Spartans in Memphis and arriving amid a draft‑free season for his college program.
After a standout senior season, Jaxon Kohler has agreed to a one‑year, non‑guaranteed contract with the Utah Jazz, hoping to translate his collegiate production into NBA minutes.
The upcoming draft boasts a wealth of talent, and teams are eyeing specific needs as they map potential landings for the most coveted prospects.
The Gamecocks finalize their fifth scholarship player, Nasir Hines, while Trae Young pushes for Anthony Davis’s return to Washington and hints at a possible Utah Jazz fit. Walker Kessler’s future also hangs in the balance.
With top picks, potential blockbuster deals and several rosters poised for transformation, managers must rethink strategies before the draft even begins.
The latest NBA alumni earnings report shows Kentucky at the summit, with Michigan State eighth and the Big Ten’s other members scattered lower in the rankings.
A deep dive into which collegiate programs can field the most NBA‑ready talent, based on current league stars and upcoming draft prospects.
A ranking evaluates which NCAA programs could field the strongest NBA‑ready starting five using current roster talent and upcoming draft prospects, highlighting the depth and NBA readiness of each school.
Kingston Thomas, a three‑star basketball recruit, will spend his senior season at La Lumiere in Indiana, prompting a roster overhaul for East Lansing and reshaping the state's Mr. Basketball conversation.
Caleb Wilson, a former UNC forward, has been selected as a Player Correspondent for the 2026 NBA Finals, where he will cover Game 1 between the Knicks and Spurs and help shape the league’s digital storytelling
The 2026 NBA Draft Combine wrapped up in Chicago, Illinois, leaving teams with a clearer picture of which prospects are ready to make the leap and which may need another year of college.