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The long‑running Kansas‑Missouri rivalry, known as the Border Showdown, will likely conclude after the 2026‑27 season as both schools grapple with league commitments, broadcast deals and the lure of lucrative tournaments.
Louisville’s basketball program climbs into the top ten after securing North Carolina transfer Seth Trimble, a move that bolsters their roster and raises national title expectations.
The latest Rothstein 45 college basketball rankings place UCLA at No. 19, driven by the addition of 17‑year‑old Serbian forward Nikola Kusturica, who is expected to anchor the team for two seasons before entering the NBA draft.
The 2026‑27 preseason landscape for Big Ten basketball is taking shape, driven not only by traditional power metrics but also by recent court injunctions that have cleared the path for 2022 recruits to return for a fifth year of eligibility. That ruling has reshaped rosters and, consequently, the expectations placed on each program.
Louisville's recent commitments, highlighted by Seth Trimble and the pursuit of Jaxon Kohler, illustrate a strategic push to strengthen the roster despite NIL constraints.
After a mass exodus and the return of Will Wade to LSU, the Wolfpack are rebuilding with scholarships, new frontcourt talent, and a defensive identity that could keep them on the bubble.
Coach Michael Malone finalizes his first roster, adding South Dakota transfer Cameron Fens while navigating the loss of Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar to the NBA. Early rankings place the Tar Heels in the ‘next five’ and analysts debate their ACC contender status.
After a four‑month search, Texas Southern University has named veteran coach Corey Lowery as its new men’s basketball head coach, concluding a period of uncertainty following the dismissal of Athletic Director Kevin Granger.
A detailed look at the recruitment battle for Jaxon Kohler, his playing profile, and the coaching duel between Pat Kelsey and Mark Pope that could shape the upcoming college basketball landscape.
Louisville coach Pat Kelsey is targeting Michigan State transfer Jaxon Kohler, a physically imposing shooter whose decision could reshape the Cardinals’ frontcourt ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
UConn will host Tennessee on Dec. 12 in a game that renews a decades‑long series and promises another high‑profile non‑conference clash.
The Cougars sit at No. 31 in the Rothstein 45 preseason rankings, but a revamped roster featuring returning veterans, strategic transfers and promising freshmen hopes to translate optimism into on‑court success.
After two losing seasons and a missed NCAA Tournament since 2021, Syracuse’s new head coach Gerry McNamara enters his first full campaign with optimism, bolstered by analyst Jon Rothstein’s seventh‑place preseason ranking and a promising roster.
The Volunteers welcome nine new transfer portal athletes, including high‑scoring guard Juke Harris and versatile forward Jalen Washington. Early predictions highlight Harris atop the scoring chart, while clutch guard Dai Dai Ames and breakout DeWayne Brown add depth. With strong defensive talent and a favorable early schedule, Tennessee is positioned for a deep SEC run.
The University of Memphis basketball program has announced a demanding non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 campaign, featuring a home‑and‑home series with Grand Canyon University, an early‑season clash with Baylor, and a neutral‑site opener against Iowa State in Sioux Falls. The lineup reflects Coach Bryce Drew’s intent to test his squad against top competition as it aims to extend its recent March Madness streak.
Analyst Jon Rothstein’s 19th‑overall preseason ranking highlights a revitalized UCLA squad under head coach Mick Cronin, featuring transfers Jaylen Petty and Nikola Kusturica, as the Bruins aim to translate talent into postseason success.
CBS Sports announces that legendary Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo will join the Inside College Basketball Now podcast on Tuesday at 10 a.m., where he will discuss the state of college athletics and preview the Spartans' upcoming season.
After a summer torn patellar tendon, Michigan State’s Kaleb Glenn has been cleared for all activities, bringing his 40‑percent three‑point shooting and versatile wing presence back to the Spartans.
Tennessee remains inside the top ten of ESPN’s early rankings, bolstered by a deep transfer class and a schedule that includes a preseason showdown with Duke and a key non‑conference test against Michigan State.
CBS Sports analyst Jon Rothstein placed the Orange at No. 7 in his ACC preseason rankings, highlighting a roster reshaped by key transfers and the arrival of new head coach Gerry McNamara
The Spartans remain among the nation’s top five in Jon Rothstein’s latest preseason poll, trailing only Florida, Duke, Illinois and UConn.
A recent court decision opens the door for fifth‑year athletes to return for another season, reshaping roster strategies across the country and putting BYU in the mix for a high‑profile recruit.
A court decision grants 2022 recruits an extra season of eligibility, prompting Kentucky to scout versatile guard Keyshawn Hall, who is drawing interest from several power programs.
A recent court ruling grants an additional season of eligibility to 2022‑23 players, prompting Michigan State forward Jaxon Kohler to consider a return while top programs such as Kentucky, Kansas and BYU line up for his services.