
Billy Donovan Stays in the NBA, Shuns College Return
After a decade away from college sidelines, Billy Donovan chooses the NBA path, joining the San Antonio Spurs as lead assistant and positioning himself as a potential head coach.
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After a decade away from college sidelines, Billy Donovan chooses the NBA path, joining the San Antonio Spurs as lead assistant and positioning himself as a potential head coach.

The Razorbacks will play four exhibition games in Nassau from July 31 to August 4, giving coach John Calipari a chance to evaluate returning players and new recruits.

From July 31 to August 4 the University of Arkansas men’s basketball squad will travel to Nassau, Bahamas, to compete in the Baha Mar Summer Hoops League, facing the Bahamas national team, Carleton University, Toros del Valle and the University of Calgary.
Arkansas basketball will compete in the 2026 Baha Mar Hoops Summer League in The Bahamas, facing teams from The Bahamas, Canada, and Colombia. The tour runs from July 31 to August 4 and includes matches against the Bahamas National Team, Carleton University, Toros del Valle, and the University of Calgary.

From July 31 to August 4, the University of Arkansas men’s basketball squad will compete in the Baha Mar Summer Hoops League, facing off against teams from the Bahamas, Canada and Colombia while showcasing a roster reshaped by recent transfers and NBA draft departures.

Meleek Thomas, the 34th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, has agreed to a fully guaranteed three‑year, $6.4 million segment within a $9.3 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Freshman guard Jordan Smith Jr., a five‑star recruit and McDonald’s All‑American, is set to headline Arkansas’s talented 2026‑27 roster, with analysts predicting a potential No. 1 NBA draft pick.

CBS Sports analyst Jon Rothstein has released his updated SEC power rankings, spotlighting Florida’s No.1 position and the reshaped lineups of several other contenders.

John Calipari, the winningest coach in Memphis basketball history, will be inducted into the 2026 Memphis Sports Hall of Fame on September 16 at the Renasant Convention Center.

Scott Drew is weighing a move to the NBA as the college game faces unprecedented change, yet he remains committed to Baylor’s future.

The rapid evolution of college basketball, driven by name, image and likeness deals, the transfer portal and NCAA rule shifts, has left top coaches questioning the sport's direction.
Top-ranked guard King Gibson, a 2027 recruit, is navigating a highly competitive recruitment landscape, with Kentucky among the leading contenders.
When Dusty May left the University of Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks, the basketball world witnessed a rare crossover that spotlights the growing professionalism of college coaching and the hurdles that await.

Alex Karaban, the 29th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, discusses his transition to the Sacramento Kings, his admiration for Larry Bird, and his ambition to restore a winning culture to the franchise.

Former Memphis coach John Calipari will be honored on September 16 for his remarkable impact on the program, which includes six NCAA Tournament appearances, a national runner‑up finish and a lasting community legacy.

John Calipari's upcoming induction celebrates a transformative decade at the University of Memphis, highlighting tournament runs, a national runner‑up finish, NBA‑drafted talent and his lasting connection to the city.

The upcoming September 16 ceremony will honor John Calipari for his transformative tenure at the University of Memphis and his lasting impact on the community.

Arkansas basketball is on the brink of locking in its 2026‑27 roster, with just a single scholarship slot left to allocate. The spotlight has turned to Caleb Ourigou, a 2027 big‑man prospect who also remains a potential 2026 reclass candidate. After completing a campus visit with the Razorbacks, Ourigou is expected to announce his decision in the coming weeks, a move that could shape the team’s interior for the next campaign.

Arkansas is assembling one of the tallest and longest college basketball rosters, featuring a mix of elite recruits and seasoned transfers, setting the stage for a formidable campaign.

After a 15‑20 record and a narrow miss at the NCAA Tournament, the Rebels aim to rebound, led by key returnee Ilias Kamardine and facing formidable opponents coached by Rick Barnes, Todd Golden and John Calipari.
Louisville’s coaching staff is stepping into the national conversation on NCAA policy, as new eligibility standards and calls for activist leadership reshape the future of college athletics.

Arkansas coach John Calipari is set to welcome five‑star big man Caleb Ourigou for an official weekend visit, a move that underscores the program’s rising recruiting momentum after a landmark draft performance.

Dusty May’s move to the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks triggers a wave of speculation, but Nate Oats reaffirms his commitment to Alabama with a lucrative new contract.

The University of Kentucky announced its full slate of SEC opponents for the 2026‑27 season, revealing a mix of familiar rivals and new test‑cases, while reflecting on last year’s split results at home and on the road.