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After a commitment to Kentucky was jeopardized by SEC transfer rules, Mark Mitchell will return to Missouri for a fifth year, joining a growing list of players navigating the new eligibility landscape.
A pending SEC ruling on Mark Mitchell’s transfer could leave Kentucky without a proven frontcourt player for the upcoming season, forcing the program to adjust its lineup and brace for possible penalties.
The Fighting Illini are poised to convert their recent Final Four experience into a legitimate title contender, anchored by a core that returns intact and a influx of promising newcomers.
A recent coaches' poll crowns Randy Bennett as the top high‑major hiring of the 2026 cycle, spotlighting his record at Saint Mary's against Arizona State's recent downturn.
A recent coaches’ poll places Florida’s Thomas Haugh at the top for the 2026‑27 National Player of the Year, reflecting how NIL and revenue‑sharing are reshaping college basketball decisions.
Coach Ryan Odom’s new five-year deal through 2031-32 includes a significant pay raise for his staff, reflects on early program success and outlines future ambitions at the University of Virginia.
Gonzaga’s backcourt will be without the freshman guard who helped shape its recent campaign, while Duke arrives with one of the deepest backcourts in the nation.
After a brief hiatus, Hubert Davis plans to coach again within the next two offseasons, citing his passion for the game and a desire to rebuild after a challenging final season at North Carolina.
Dusty May left Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks in June, prompting the promotion of defensive coordinator Mike Boynton to head coach. Boynton's two‑year contract, performance‑based incentives, and the roster's continuity set the stage for a pivotal season.
At least eighteen college players will earn more than LeBron James next season, with Florida’s Thomas Haugh poised to top $10 million, signaling a dramatic shift in how talent is valued.
The scheduled December 21 game between Duke and Michigan in Miami was called off due to broadcasting complications, prompting Duke to play Texas Tech at Madison Square Garden and leaving Michigan to hunt for a new opponent.
A look at the upcoming December 21 showdown, the teams' recent histories, and the broadcast details that bring a fresh storyline to college basketball.
The much‑anticipated December showdown between Michigan and Duke has been called off, prompting the Wolverines to scramble for new opponents and reshaping their early‑season lineup.
Duke’s early‑season basketball schedule was reshaped after the university dropped a planned game against Michigan, replacing it with a December 21 contest against Texas Tech at Madison Square Garden, a change driven by disputes over Amazon Prime Video’s broadcast rights.
Duke’s scheduled game against Michigan at loanDepot Park was scrapped due to a media‑rights dispute, prompting a replacement matchup with Texas Tech that will be broadcast on Prime Video.
Duke’s scheduled December 21 game against Michigan has been canceled and replaced with a neutral‑site clash against Texas Tech at Madison Square Garden, to be streamed on Prime Video.
Duke’s scheduled game against Michigan has been called off, making way for a high‑stakes rematch with Texas Tech at Madison Square Garden, to be streamed on Prime Video
The upcoming February game at Detroit's Little Caesars Arena will see Gonzaga without sophomore guard Mario Saint‑Supery, a loss that could tilt the balance in Duke's favor.
UConn’s men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley has long been known for his animated exchanges with officials and spectators. In a recent interview he joked about preferring to argue with out‑of‑shape fans and emphasized a renewed focus on professionalism.
Dan Hurley reflects on his reputation for confronting referees and fans, recalling a bizarre incident that ended with a spectator’s arrest.
UConn’s men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley has long been known for his fiery interactions with referees, fans and even the media. In a recent interview he joked about preferring to argue with out‑of‑shape spectators, recalled a forgotten arrest, and hinted at a more measured approach moving forward.
Freshman guard Mario Saint‑Supery's move to a Spanish professional team leaves Gonzaga thin at point guard, jeopardizing preseason rankings and the program's Pac‑12 debut.
Mike Boynton Jr. has been promoted to full‑time head coach of the Michigan Wolverines, inheriting a title‑winning program and a contract that promises stability while he works to retain key players.
Kentucky’s 2026‑27 basketball schedule features high‑profile games against Kansas, North Carolina and Louisville, plus participation in the State Farm Champions Classic and the ACC‑SEC Challenge, setting the stage for a competitive season.