Houston Cougars bolster interior with Gillespie and Diane
After a season plagued by weak interior scoring, Houston adds size, rebounding and athleticism through two high‑profile transfers.
Jun 27, 2026
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Milos Uzan Joins Boston Celtics After Undrafted Run
Milos Uzan signs a one‑year Exhibit 10 contract with the Boston Celtics, reuniting with former teammate Chris Cenac Jr. and aiming to bring his playmaking and clutch scoring to the NBA.
Jun 26, 2026
Emanuel Sharp Drafted by Sacramento Kings, Highlighting Houston’s NBA Pipeline
University of Houston guard Emanuel Sharp was chosen with the 45th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, capping a season that saw the Cougars set a school record with three players drafted.
Jun 25, 2026
Gonzaga Bulldogs Unveil Fresh Talent Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The Zags released their first workout footage featuring incoming players, highlighting versatile wing Isiah Harwell, towering big man Massamba Diop, and a cadre of freshmen, while a Real Madrid center’s NCAA approval hangs in the balance.
Jun 24, 2026
Kingston Flemings Drafted Eighth Overall by Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks selected point guard Kingston Flemings with the eighth overall pick, capping a breakthrough freshman season that saw him set records, earn All‑America honors and capture national player of the week awards.
Jun 24, 2026
Top 10 College Basketball Programs Poised for Their First 2027 National Title
A look at the ten programs most likely to capture their inaugural 2027 national championship, shaped by the transfer portal and NIL opportunities.
Jun 22, 2026
UH Basketball’s Draft Surge Captures NBA Attention
Four University of Houston players are projected for NBA draft selection, highlighting a program revitalized by Coach Kelvin Sampson and drawing extensive scouting attention.
Jun 21, 2026
Colorado Buffaloes Eye Big 12 Summit with New Additions
The Buffaloes are targeting a top finish in the Big 12, bolstering frontcourt depth and relying on emerging guard talent to turn ambition into results.
Jun 17, 2026
OU Baseball’s Unifying Spirit Shines in College World Series
A display of cross‑sport camaraderie highlighted a pivotal win for the Oklahoma Sooners, revealing the deep connections that bind the university’s athletic community.
Jun 17, 2026
OU Baseball Coaches Rally Behind Skip Johnson in Crucial College World Series Game
During a pivotal College World Series matchup, Oklahoma’s baseball coach Skip Johnson found an unexpected chorus of encouragement from within the university’s athletic hierarchy. The presence of fellow coaches Porter Moser and Brent Venables in the stands turned a routine game into a vivid illustration of solidarity among OU’s sports leaders.
Jun 17, 2026
Kansas’ 2026 Basketball Schedule: Underdogs, Coin Flips, and Layups
The 2026 schedule for the Kansas Jayhawks is divided into three distinct categories, shaping expectations for the season ahead.
Jun 14, 2026
Big 12 Announces 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Home‑Away Designations, Utah Faces Tough Slate
The conference released the full home and away designations for the upcoming season, highlighting regional rivalries and competitive tests for the Utes.
Jun 11, 2026
Mikhail McLean Takes Dual Coaching Role with Bahamas While Remaining at Kentucky
Mikhail McLean, a former Bahamian prodigy who rose through the U.S. college ranks, has been appointed head coach of the Bahamas men's national team. He will keep his position on Mark Pope’s staff at the University of Kentucky, blending national duty with his developmental work on the Wildcats.
Jun 10, 2026
A Visit That Could Shape the Future
Oneal Delancy, a highly rated 2027 guard, toured the Houston Cougars program, sparking discussions about his potential fit and the program’s trajectory under Coach Kelvin Sampson.
Jun 10, 2026
Kelvin Sampson’s Playbook Extends Beyond Basketball
Veteran coach Kelvin Sampson offers money‑management guidance to former players like Kingston Flemings and Chris Cenac Jr., stressing savings, sensible spending and preparation for life after basketball.
Jun 7, 2026
Syracuse Orange Set for First-Ever Visit to Oklahoma in 2026 ACC-SEC Challenge
Syracuse will travel to Norman on Dec. 1, 2026, marking its inaugural game at Oklahoma’s homecourt and renewing a series that last produced a national‑title‑contending clash in 2003.
Jun 5, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball Rankings: Who’s In, Who’s Out, and the Biggest Moves
The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.
Jun 5, 2026
LSU Basketball Faces a Rigorous Non‑Conference Test
The Tigers will meet power‑conference opponents in Spokane and Houston, while also testing their depth with international talent during a holiday tournament.
Jun 5, 2026
LSU Basketball Secures Tough Non‑Conference Slate for 2025‑26 Season
LSU’s men’s basketball program has announced a demanding non‑conference schedule that includes a matchup with Gonzaga at Spokane Arena, a Thanksgiving appearance in the Acrisure Series, and games against Houston and Arizona State, all aimed at preparing the team for a deep NCAA tournament run.
Jun 4, 2026
Tyus Thomas and Djafar Silimana Commit to Houston Cougars
Incoming freshmen Tyus Thomas and Djafar Silimana have signed scholarship agreements with Houston Men’s Basketball, adding depth to the backcourt and frontcourt as the Cougars aim for a national title.
May 31, 2026
Houston Cougars Gear Up for High‑Profile Exhibition Against Michigan
The Cougars will meet the defending national champions in a carefully staged test, as both squads navigate significant personnel changes ahead of the new season.
May 30, 2026
Houston Cougars to Test Against Defending Champion Michigan in October Exhibition
The Cougars will meet the Michigan Wolverines in a preseason exhibition in Grand Rapids, providing a rare test against the national champions as both squads navigate roster changes.
May 30, 2026
Alabama Basketball to Face Houston in 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden
Alabama and Houston will square off in the 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden, a rematch that highlights a 4‑3 all‑time edge for the Tide and a coaching duel between Nate Oats and Kelvin Sampson.
May 30, 2026
Alabama Basketball to Meet Houston in 2026 Jimmy V Classic
Alabama will face Houston at Madison Square Garden in the 2026 Jimmy V Classic, a rivalry that has seen the Tide hold a 4‑3 edge and a coaching duel between Nate Oats and Kelvin Sampson.
May 29, 2026