Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Mark Few across Basketball.
Before a dislocated kneecap ended his season early, Braden Huff delivered elite efficiency for Gonzaga, sparking optimism for a senior year that could reshape the team’s offensive outlook.
The revamped Pac‑12 is projected to be the leading non‑major conference in college basketball for the 2026‑27 season, with Gonzaga headlining a field that includes several rising programs.
The long‑standing Kentucky‑Gonzaga basketball series will end early, making way for a proposed eight‑team preseason showcase called the Diamond Cup that could debut in the 2027‑28 season.
An analysis of 2026‑27 men's basketball head coach salaries shows the Mountain West and Pac‑12 diverge sharply, with the highest earners surpassing $3 million and the lowest barely crossing $1 million, underscoring financial inequities across the two leagues.
The Kentucky‑Gonzaga rivalry will conclude after a decade of matchups, making way for a potential eight‑team ‘Diamond Cup’ that could debut in 2027‑28. Coaching shifts at both schools add urgency to the scheduling overhaul.
The Kentucky Wildcats and Gonzaga Bulldogs have called off the remaining matchups of their long‑standing basketball series, prompting both schools to rethink future scheduling in light of conference realignments.
After a four‑year series that featured dramatic comebacks and high‑scoring duels, the Wildcats and Bulldogs have mutually called it quits, allowing both programs to pivot toward new conference commitments and strategic non‑conference experiments.
The University of Kentucky and Gonzaga University have called off a multi‑year men’s basketball series after four meetings, removing a marquee home game from Kentucky’s future schedule and prompting new matchups for both teams.
Kentucky’s 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate blends historic rivalries, neutral‑site showcases and a grueling SEC slate, setting the stage for Coach Mark Pope’s second year.
Under Coach Casey Alexander, Kansas State expects a dramatic turnaround, leveraging his proven record and strategic roster moves.
Gonzaga has extended an offer to DeMarcus Henry, a top 2027 prospect, as the Bulldogs navigate a crowded recruiting landscape.
The Bulldogs must replace a high‑scoring guard and a backup point guard, prompting interest in three West Coast Conference prospects.
After guiding Valparaiso to its best conference performance in school history, Roger Powell has earned a multi‑year contract extension, underscoring a broader trend of Gonzaga‑trained coaches thriving elsewhere.
After four decades at the helm of Bentley University's men's basketball program, Jay Lawson is stepping down, leaving behind a legacy of championships, record‑breaking streaks, and lasting influence on student‑athletes.
Valparaiso University announced a multi‑year contract extension for head coach Roger Powell Jr., whose recent on‑court achievements have reshaped the program’s trajectory.
Jay Lawson, the longest‑serving and most successful men’s basketball coach in Bentley University history, announced his retirement after four decades, leaving behind a legacy of championships, record‑setting wins, and player development.
The Bulldogs must improve three‑point shooting, add backcourt depth, and restore veteran experience as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.
From draft declarations to redshirt seasons, a new generation of G League alumni is reshaping college rosters and NBA outlooks
Gonzaga announced that Izan Almansa has pledged to join the program for the 2026‑27 campaign, pending clearance from the NCAA. The move adds size, experience and a proven rebounding presence to a roster that is still shaping its identity.
The basketball world and Memphis community grieve the loss of Brandon Clarke, a 29‑year‑old Grizzlies forward whose philanthropic work and on‑court contributions left a lasting imprint.
Michigan State's 2026‑27 basketball schedule includes tough opponents like Michigan, Nebraska, and Iowa, with notable games against UCLA and USC on the West Coast.
Izan Almansa, a versatile big man with a global résumé, has chosen Gonzaga for the 2026-27 campaign, adding NBA-tested depth to the Bulldogs’ frontcourt.
A look at three overseas standouts whose sophomore campaigns could redefine Gonzaga’s prospects.