Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings for 2026‑27 Preview
A look at the top five teams in the upcoming Big Ten season, highlighting key returning players, transfers and coaching storylines.
Jun 1, 2026
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Minnesota’s New Point Guard Kyan Evans Poised to Challenge Big Ten Elite
The Gophers have secured Kyan Evans, a transfer point guard whose familiarity with Coach Niko Medved's system could reshape Minnesota's prospects in the competitive Big Ten.
Jun 1, 2026
Mick Cronin’s Bruins Aim for a Top‑Five Big Ten Return
UCLA basketball head coach Mick Cronin is rebuilding the Bruins' roster for the next season after a disappointing previous year, bringing in quality players through the transfer portal and high school recruiting, aiming to make UCLA a top‑25 team and compete for a top‑five spot in the Big Ten.
May 30, 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A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.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 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
UCLA Bruins Prepare for a Rebuilding Season
With key departures and a fresh batch of talent, the Bruins look to reshape their lineup under Coach Mick Cronin.
May 27, 2026
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
UCLA’s Coaching Masterstroke: Retaining Talent and Pursuing Momcilovic
UCLA’s basketball program is poised for a pivotal season as head coach Mick Cronin finalizes a roster that blends proven contributors with fresh prospects.
May 24, 2026
UCLA’s Strategic Roster Moves Aim to Bolster Championship Hopes
UCLA basketball coach Mick Cronin has locked in several key players and added promising talent from the transfer portal, while keeping a close eye on a possible return of Iowa State’s Milan Momcilovic, a move that could reshape the Bruins’ frontcourt.
May 24, 2026
UCLA Bruins Target Key Areas for 2026‑27 Breakthrough
UCLA’s 2025‑26 season ended with a Big Ten title game appearance and an NCAA second‑round exit, highlighting both breakthroughs and persistent gaps that the program aims to close.
May 24, 2026
UCLA Bruins Add Four Transfer Players Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
UCLA announced the addition of four graduate transfers who will compete for the Bruins in the 2026‑27 campaign, highlighting a blend of international experience and proven production.
May 21, 2026
UCLA Bolsters Roster with Four Transfer Additions Ahead of New Season
UCLA adds Filip Jovic, Sergej Macura, Jaylen Petty and Azavier Robinson, joining freshmen Javonte Floyd and Joe Philon as the program looks to deepen its lineup.
May 21, 2026
UCLA’s Basketball Team Adds Four Transfer Players Ahead of Upcoming Season
UCLA has announced the addition of forwards Filip Jovic and Sergej Macura, along with guards Jaylen Petty and Azavier Robinson, who each bring notable collegiate experience and statistical contributions.
May 21, 2026
UCLA Bolsters Roster with Four Transfer Additions Ahead of Upcoming Season
UCLA announces the arrival of four transfer players, each with notable collegiate stats and eligibility remaining, complementing a recruiting class that includes freshmen Javonte Floyd and Joe Philon.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Secures Four Transfer Players for 2026‑27 Season
The Bruins have announced the signing of four graduate‑transfer athletes, each bringing distinct skill sets and eligibility remaining, as they look to bolster the roster for the upcoming campaign.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Secures Four Transfer Players for 2026‑27 Season
UCLA announced the signing of four transfer student‑athletes, each bringing distinct skills and collegiate experience, as the program looks to strengthen its roster for the upcoming season.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Bolsters Roster with Four Experienced Transfers
UCLA's basketball program welcomes four transfer players who bring a mix of scoring, rebounding and playmaking experience, complementing a promising freshman class.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Bolsters Roster with Four Experienced Transfers Ahead of Upcoming Season
UCLA’s basketball program welcomes four new transfers — Filip Jovic, Sergej Macura, Jaylen Petty and Azavier Robinson — who bring a blend of sophomore eligibility and proven production from previous schools.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Bolsters Roster with Four Transfer Additions Ahead of Upcoming Season
UCLA announces the arrival of four transfer players, each bringing distinct statistical contributions and eligibility status, as the program looks to deepen its roster for the next season.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Bolsters Roster with Four Transfer Additions Ahead of Upcoming Season
UCLA’s basketball program has announced the arrival of four transfer players who will join the roster for the upcoming season. The newcomers — Filip Jovic, Sergej Macura, Jaylen Petty and Azazriel Robinson — bring a mix of experience and skill sets that coaches hope will translate into immediate impact on the court.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Bruins Add Four Transfer Players to Strengthen 2026 Roster
UCLA announced the addition of forwards Filip Jovic and Sergej Macura, guards Jaylen Petty and Azavier Robinson, joining returning stars and incoming freshmen.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Adds Four Transfer Players Ahead of New Season
UCLA will field a new group of transfers, each with proven college production, as the program looks to build on recent momentum.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Bolsters 2026‑27 Roster with Four Experienced Transfers
UCLA announced the addition of four transfer players — Filip Jovic, Sergej Macura, Jaylen Petty and Azavier Robinson — who will join the Bruins for the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and versatility to a squad already enriched by freshmen Javonte Floyd and Joe Philon.
May 20, 2026
UCLA Basketball’s Search for an Offensive Catalyst
UCLA's defense and role players are among the nation's best, but the team is missing a dominant offensive talent. With key players like Tounde Yessoufou eyeing the NBA Draft, fans are growing restless and the program faces another season of 'good but not elite' performance.
May 19, 2026