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Artist John Martin’s expansive mural chronicles the evolution of Kansas basketball, and his upcoming induction into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame celebrates a unique blend of sport and art.
After a victory over Wichita State’s AfterShocks in The Basketball Tournament, a chaotic push by Marcus Keene sent Jacob Hanna into Maggie Gehring, resulting in a broken nose, an open fracture and a broken septum that required emergency care.
A dramatic Elam Ending gave JHX Hoops a 64‑59 victory, but the night ended in violence when Marcus Keene shoved Jacob Hanna, sparking a brawl that injured a spectator and prompted a police investigation.
A heated rebound dispute between Mario Chalmers and Rashard Kelly ignited a bench‑clearing brawl, resulting in the ejection of four KU players and five Wichita State players and leaving both squads with only six eligible players for the second half
The Basketball Tournament’s alumni bracket kicks off July 21, featuring former Wildcats stars led by Jordan Henriquez‑Roberts and Martavious Irving.
JHX Hoops overcame an early 12‑0 deficit, held Purple Reign scoreless in the final minutes, and rode a game‑winning layup by Frank Mason III to a 62‑55 win. Zeke Mayo’s 25 points paced the victory, while Michael Beasley’s 17 points fell short as JHX prepares to face Wichita State’s AfterShocks.
The Dallas Power, led by Elijah Stewart, will host the Miami 305 on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. ET. The game, broadcast on Fubo, pits an unbeaten Dallas squad against a Miami team still searching for its rhythm after a championship‑laden past.
The Basketball Tournament pits Kansas State’s Michael Beasley against Kansas alumni Mario Chalmers and Frank Mason III in a July 21 Sunflower Showdown, with a $2 million prize on the line.
Tyshawn Taylor, a former University of Kansas standout, now serves as general manager, assistant coach and player for the Jayhawks' alumni squad in The Basketball Tournament while also taking on a new assistant coaching role at IMG Academy in Florida.
The annual Sunflower Showdown continues as alumni squads Purple Reign and JHX Hoops meet in The Basketball Tournament, competing for a winner‑take‑all $2 million prize. The series begins Tuesday night in Manhattan, Kansas, with games scheduled in both Manhattan and Topeka, Kansas, and uses the Elam Ending to guarantee a decisive finish.
The Purple Reign alumni team rolled past JHX Hoops 80‑61, with Michael Beasley delivering a nostalgic showcase that blended scoring, playmaking and light‑hearted spectacle.
The AfterShocks, a Wichita State alumni squad, began this year's Basketball Tournament with a 98‑77 win over The Enchantment, setting the tone for a competition that has halved its field but doubled its prize pool.
The Basketball Tournament’s first‑round matchup pits Purple Reign, led by Michael Beasley, against JHX Hoops, a team anchored by Mario Chalmers and Billy Preston. The game will be streamed on FOX Sports 2 on July 22, 2026.
A high‑stakes BIG3 game pits the undefeated Chicago Triplets against the 2‑1 Boston Ball Hogs in Los Angeles, featuring former NBA stars and a fast‑paced 3‑on‑3 format.
The inaugural games of the 2026 BIG3 season will be played in Los Angeles on June 20, featuring the Miami 305 led by Michael Beasley, the LA Riot anchored by Dwight Howard, and several other marquee matchups, all airing on CBS and streaming on Fubo.
Kevin McCullar Jr. captured his first NBA championship as the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 Finals, joining a distinguished list of former Kansas players who have won league titles.
From a dominant U.S. soccer opening win to the Knicks clinching the NBA title, the latest action across American and international sports captures headlines.
From a dominant U.S. start at the World Cup to the New York Knicks' first championship in five decades, the past week delivered a cascade of headline‑making moments across the sporting landscape.
The 18th Rock Chalk Roundball Classic will feature former KU players and coaches in a charity scrimmage, with proceeds benefiting five children and their families.
The 18th Rock Chalk Roundball Classic brings together alumni from championship teams and notable players for a charity scrimmage that benefits families with children battling cancer.
The annual Rock Chalk Roundball Classic, now in its 18th edition, will take place in early June after being moved to avoid conflicts with the FIFA World Cup. Organized by Brian Hanni, the event features KU basketball alumni, a $5,000 check program for children, and a partnership with Capitol Federal that adds a 'money ball' incentive for three‑point shooting. Tickets are sold at 23rd Street Brewery and Johnny's Tavern locations across Kansas.
The 18th‑annual Rock Chalk Roundball Classic will feature former Kansas basketball standouts, NBA players and local celebrities in a charity game and dinner benefiting pediatric cancer research.