Transfer Portal Tactics Redefine College Basketball Coaching
A look at how elite and emerging coaches are leveraging the transfer portal to build competitive teams, the successes they’ve achieved, and the hurdles that still loom.
Jun 6, 2026
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Top 2027 Prospect Ryan Hampton Eyes Kentucky Visit Amid Recruiting Shifts
Ryan Hampton, a six‑foot‑six wing ranked sixth nationally, will be on Kentucky’s campus June 5‑7 as the Wildcats aim to reshape their 2027 recruiting class.
Jun 6, 2026
Tennessee’s 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Schedule Blends Home‑Court Prestige with Road Challenges
Tennessee’s upcoming non‑conference basketball slate features home games against Florida State and Michigan State, a road trip to North Carolina State, and a high‑profile stint at the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, marking the first time since 2020‑21 that the Vols will host two Power Five opponents at home.
Jun 5, 2026
Tennessee Basketball Sets Up a Fresh Non‑Conference slate for the Coming Season
The Vols will host Florida State in the ACC‑SEC Challenge, restart home‑and‑home series with Michigan State and Purdue, and open the Players Era Festival against Maryland in Las Vegas. New coach Justin Gainey will test the team against North Carolina State, while recent memories of close battles with Syracuse linger.
Jun 5, 2026
South Carolina Basketball Sets Up 2026 Showdown with NC State
The 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge will pit the South Carolina Gamecocks against NC State in Raleigh, highlighting a historic rivalry and new coaching directions for both programs.
Jun 5, 2026
Vols Face a Grueling Non‑Conference Road Ahead
Tennessee’s non‑conference schedule pits the Vols against a series of top‑10 foes, from the ACC‑SEC Challenge to a Vegas festival, testing depth and ambition
Jun 5, 2026
CBS Sports unveils early ACC tier rankings for 2026‑27 season
A five‑tier projection sorts the conference’s programs, with Duke in the top tier and a bottom bucket labeled “The Basement.”
Jun 5, 2026
ACC Power Rankings: Duke Still Dominates as Teams Gear Up for 2026‑27 Season
Duke enters the 2026‑27 campaign on a 42‑of‑44 ACC winning streak, but Louisville, Miami, Virginia and North Carolina are pouring resources into challenging the Blue Devils. New coaches, transfers and strategic shifts promise a competitive season.
Jun 3, 2026
NC State’s 2027 ACC Basketball Schedule Omits Home Matchups with UNC and Duke
North Carolina State’s 2027 ACC basketball schedule lacks home games against its two biggest rivals, a change that could affect attendance and early‑season momentum.
Jun 2, 2026
NC State’s 2027 ACC Home Basketball Schedule Lacks Traditional Rivals
NC State's upcoming 2027 home conference schedule drops games against UNC and Duke, instead welcoming teams such as Wake Forest, Cal and Louisville, a shift that could test fan turnout early in the season
Jun 2, 2026
NC State Eyes Marquee Matchups in 2026 Baha Mar Hoops Bahamas Championship
North Carolina State’s men’s basketball team is set to compete in the 2026 Baha Mar Hoops Bahamas Championship, where it will face Wisconsin and Seton Hall in a format that guarantees two games per squad.
May 29, 2026
Tennessee Basketball to Host NC State in Nashville Doubleheader
The Vols will meet NC State at Bridgestone Arena on Dec. 6, 2026, in a non‑conference doubleheader that also features Georgia Tech versus Murray State. Ticket sales begin in June, while game time and broadcast details remain pending.
May 29, 2026
NC State to Face Rick Barnes‑Coached Tennessee in Nashville Dec. 6
NC State will host Tennessee in a neutral‑site men's basketball game on December 6 in Nashville, featuring a mentor‑mentee clash between Justin Gainey and Rick Barnes, with both programs using the matchup to shape their 2026‑27 rosters.
May 29, 2026
NC State Basketball to Host Tennessee in Nashville Opener
The Wolfpack will open a doubleheader at Bridgestone Arena on Dec. 6 against the Volunteers, marking a personal milestone for head coach Justin Gainey and kicking off a season that promises early excitement.
May 29, 2026
Former Tennessee Assistant Coach Justin Gainey Returns to Lead NC State in 2026 Nonconference Showdown
Justin Gainey, a longtime Tennessee assistant, steps into the head‑coach role at North Carolina State for a much‑anticipated December 2026 game in Nashville.
May 29, 2026
Tennessee to Host NC State in Nashville Neutral-Site Basketball Showdown
The Volunteers will meet the Wolfpack at Bridgestone Arena on December 6, 2026, in a doubleheader that also features Georgia Tech and Murray State, highlighting a coaching reunion and a strong neutral‑site record.
May 29, 2026
Tennessee Set to Clash with NC State in Nashville as Justin Gainey Returns
Tennessee will face NC State at Bridgestone Arena on December 6, featuring former Tennessee assistant Justin Gainey now leading the Wolfpack. The game is part of a double‑header and a larger schedule that includes Michigan State, Purdue and the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas.
May 29, 2026
ACC Announces 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule, NC State Faces Unprecedented Road Challenges
The Atlantic Coast Conference released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, highlighting NC State’s limited home slate, extensive road trips, and the first absence of a home game against UNC since 1946‑47.
May 28, 2026
Chris Parker Joins Tennessee Basketball Staff as Assistant Director of Player Development
Rick Barnes announced the hiring of Chris Parker, a former collegiate point guard and overseas professional, to lead player development and opponent scouting for the Tennessee Volunteers.
May 28, 2026
Chris Parker Takes the Helm of Tennessee Basketball’s Player Development
Tennessee announced the appointment of Chris Parker as assistant director of player development, filling the vacancy left by Riley Collins, while the program confronts a wave of departures and new additions through the transfer portal.
May 28, 2026
Chris Parker Joins Tennessee Basketball Staff as Assistant Director of Player Development
Tennessee announced the hiring of Chris Parker, a former collegiate standout and overseas professional, to lead player development, filling the vacancy left by Riley Collins who moved to NC State.
May 28, 2026
Chris Parker Named Assistant Director of Player Development at Tennessee Basketball
Chris Parker joins Tennessee basketball as assistant director of player development, bringing overseas pro experience and a championship‑winning playing background.
May 28, 2026
Chris Parker Joins Tennessee Basketball Staff
Chris Parker, a former graduate assistant at TCU and professional player overseas, has been hired to lead player development for the University of Tennessee basketball program, replacing Riley Collins who moved to NC State.
May 28, 2026
ACC Coaches Navigate New Waters: Progress, Pressure, and Potential
From Duke's steady hand under Jon Scheyer to Virginia's early strides with Ryan Odom, the Atlantic Coast Conference is witnessing a mix of stability and transformation as coaches confront evolving challenges.
May 24, 2026