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UConn announced the hiring of Mike Pegues as an assistant coach, filling the vacancy left by Luke Murray, who departed for Boston College. Pegues joins Dan Hurley’s staff alongside Kimani Young and Mike Nardi, while Justin McClelland takes on a strength‑conditioning role.
Mike Pegues replaces Luke Murray, who departed for Boston College, rounding out a staff that also welcomes Justin McClelland as director of strength and conditioning.
UConn’s men’s basketball program welcomes veteran assistant Mike Pegues and strength specialist Justin McClelland, reinforcing the roster ahead of the upcoming season.
The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.
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.
With the NBA draft deadline passed, the 2026‑27 men’s college basketball season is taking shape. Here’s a look at the teams that cracked the top ten, the key players to watch and the storylines that could define the year.
UConn begins its summer session on Monday, tackling an ambitious schedule that includes a rematch with Michigan and a gauntlet of top‑ranked opponents, while integrating eight new players and seeking the right lineup to chase a fourth Final Four in five years.
With eight new players set to join a squad that returns only three rotational athletes, Coach Dan Hurley is balancing veteran loyalty with fresh talent while navigating a schedule that includes marquee matchups against Duke, Kansas and St. John’s.
UConn begins summer workouts under high expectations, navigating a tough schedule, new additions, and the task of integrating eight newcomers while finalizing a starting five.
The University of Connecticut is preparing for a demanding season that includes a revamped roster, high‑profile newcomers and a slate of games against top opponents.
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.
Freshman forward Colben Landrew, a top‑ranked Class of 2026 recruit, has earned a spot on the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
Colben Landrew, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward ranked 25th in the Class of 2026, has been selected for the USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7. The tournament marks a pivotal step in his transition to college basketball at UConn.
Colben Landrew, a 6‑foot‑6 small forward from Alabama, has pledged to the University of Connecticut’s men’s basketball program while earning a place on the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
Colben Landrew, ranked 25th in the Class of 2026, will represent the United States at the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after committing to UConn in October.
Top 2026 prospect Colben Landrew pledges to UConn and receives a call‑up to the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team for the upcoming AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
UConn’s men’s basketball team opens summer workouts on June 1, 2026, aiming for a fourth Final Four and a third national title in five years, while navigating a wave of transfers, freshmen and coaching changes.
Isaiah Shaw, a versatile wing who posted 8.1 points and 46.4% shooting for Northern Arizona last season, is set to transfer to UConn, joining a roster that already includes multiple portal additions and incoming freshmen
Stephon Castle’s breakout performances and partnership with Victor Wembanyama highlight a promising future for the San Antonio Spurs.
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
Transfer point guard Jaye Nash arrives at UConn, adding depth and defensive prowess to the roster.