SI’s Top 10 Centers for the 2026‑27 Season
Sports Illustrated’s latest rankings spotlight the nation’s most dominant big men, from Arizona’s defensive anchor to Kentucky’s rising sophomore.
Aug 14, 2026
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Texas Longhorns Prepare for a Title‑Chasing 2026 Season
The University of Texas at Austin’s football program is poised for a breakout 2026 campaign, blending a talented roster, new transfers and a renewed focus on discipline.
Aug 14, 2026
Gonzaga Bulldogs Forge Elite Frontcourt for 2026‑27 Season
Gonzaga’s 2026‑27 squad combines returning stars with high‑profile additions, creating a frontcourt that rivals the nation’s best and a backcourt poised to compete for a Final Four spot.
Aug 9, 2026
Texas Basketball Ascends to No. 4 in ESPN Rankings After Marcus Spears Jr. Commitment
Texas jumps to fourth in ESPN’s Way‑Too‑Early Top 25 after Marcus Spears Jr. pledged to the program, highlighting a revamped roster that could challenge for a championship.
Aug 3, 2026
Longhorns Aim for Top‑10 Finish with Deep 2026‑27 Roster
Texas Longhorns are poised to make a splash in the upcoming 2026‑27 season, with coach Sean Miller shaping a roster that could crack the top ten.
Jul 30, 2026
Optimism Surrounds Texas Longhorns Basketball
Texas coach Sean Miller reflects on a promising offseason, highlighting key additions and the team's ambition to chase a national championship.
Jul 28, 2026
Oklahoma Announces 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Schedule with High‑Profile Non‑Conference Slate
The full schedule reveals a challenging mix of non‑conference matchups and an 18‑game SEC slate, culminating in a March 3 showdown with Arkansas.
Jul 28, 2026
CBS Sports Releases Updated Top 25 College Basketball Rankings After Key Shifts
The newest CBS Sports Top 25 and No. 1 college basketball poll reflects a dramatic turnover driven by transfers, injuries and coaching changes across the nation's elite programs.
Jul 28, 2026
Texas Basketball Rebuilds for 2026‑27 After Sweet 16 Run
After a surprising Sweet 16 appearance, Texas basketball faces a major rebuild. The team loses four starters but welcomes key transfers and a highly touted freshman class, setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 season.
Jul 26, 2026
Texas Basketball’s Breakout Season and Future Prospects
Under head coach Sean Miller, Texas basketball surged to the Sweet 16 in its debut season, blending a strong transfer class with top‑ranked freshmen. Key departures and new additions set the stage for a promising 2026‑27 campaign.
Jul 26, 2026
Marcus Spears Jr. Commits to Texas Longhorns, Reclassifies for 2026‑27 Season
Marcus Spears Jr., the nation’s No. 1 recruit for the 2027 class, has pledged to the Texas Longhorns and will reclassify to join the 2026‑27 roster, giving head coach Sean Miller an early boost ahead of what promises to be a transformative season.
Jul 25, 2026
Gators Poised for SEC Dominance in 2026
Florida enters the season as the favorite to win both the SEC and the national title, with pivotal games against top‑ranked rivals on the horizon.
Jul 25, 2026
2026‑27 Men’s College Basketball: Coaching Shifts, Star Returns, and Transfer Portal Overhaul
The 2026‑27 men’s college basketball season promises dramatic changes, from high‑profile coaching moves to marquee player returns and a transfer portal that has reshaped rosters nationwide.
Jul 24, 2026
Top 2027 Recruit Marcus Spears Jr. Commits to Texas and Reclassifies for 2026‑27 Season
Marcus Spears Jr., a five‑star forward from Dallas, Texas, has committed to the University of Texas, reclassifying to the 2026 class and positioning himself as a top prospect for the 2028 NBA Draft.
Jul 9, 2026
Texas’ Pursuit of a Championship
Texas has secured its third consecutive Learfield Directors Cup, highlighting its dominance across sports, but the football team under Steve Sarkisian remains title‑less, facing mounting pressure in a rapidly changing landscape.
Jul 9, 2026
Lithuanian Prospect Dovydas Buika Commits to BYU, Bolstering Cougars’ Roster
Dovydas Buika, a 19‑year‑old Lithuanian guard, has pledged to Brigham Young University, joining a growing influx of overseas talent in the Cougars’ offseason lineup.
Jul 8, 2026
Dailyn Swain’s Draft Selection Highlights Texas’ Rising NBA Pipeline
Swain’s selection marks the second consecutive top‑15 pick for the Longhorns, reinforcing a recruiting surge that could reshape the program’s NBA outlook.
Jul 5, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season-Ending Injury Shakes Up Early Top 25 Rankings
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the remainder of the season after doctors confirmed a torn Achilles that required surgery, prompting a reshuffle of the early Top 25 college basketball rankings and highlighting the impact of transfers across the nation.
Jul 3, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Sends St. John’s tumbling in CBS Sports Top 25
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the remainder of the season after surgery for a torn Achilles, a blow that drops the Red Storm to No. 17 in the latest CBS Sports Top 25 and prompts a cascade of movement among the nation's elite programs.
Jul 3, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season‑Ending Injury Shakes Up Early Top 25 Rankings
The injury to forward Donnie Freeman forces St. John's to tumble in the latest CBS Sports Top 25, while programs such as Florida, Duke, Illinois and UConn hold their spots amid a flurry of portal movement.
Jul 3, 2026
SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Florida Tops Early Forecast
CBS Sports analyst Jon Rothstein has released his updated SEC power rankings, spotlighting Florida’s No.1 position and the reshaped lineups of several other contenders.
Jul 1, 2026
Florida Gators Set for Tough SEC Slate in 2026‑27 Basketball Season
Jon Rothstein’s breakdown reveals the Gators’ full conference slate, featuring double‑headers against traditional rivals and a showdown with a Texas team bolstered by top transfers.
Jun 23, 2026
Braden Huff’s Surprising Omission from CBS Sports’ Top Returners List
CBS Sports' recent top 25 returners list omitted Gonzaga's star forward Braden Huff, sparking debate over injury history, transfer bias, and the impact of new teammate Massamba Diop.
Jun 13, 2026
Braden Huff’s surprising exclusion from CBS Sports’ top returners list
CBS Sports left out Gonzaga's Braden Huff from its ranking of the best returning college basketball players, a decision that reflects injury history and transfer rules more than pure performance.
Jun 13, 2026