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Coach Mike Boynton discusses Marcus Moller’s comeback after testicular cancer, highlighting his potential impact on Michigan’s 2026 season and title defense.
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Coach Mike Boynton discusses Marcus Moller’s comeback after testicular cancer, highlighting his potential impact on Michigan’s 2026 season and title defense.

Michigan aims to repeat its championship after promoting Mike Boynton to head coach. The returning roster features star point guard Elliot Cadeau, freshman Brandon McCoy, and center Moustapha Thiam, but concerns linger over backup guard depth, injury histories, and a potentially weakened defense.

Michigan's new head coach discusses contract terms, the departure of Athletic Director Warde Manuel, key players like Brandon McCoy Jr. and Jalen Reed, and the team's upcoming European exhibition schedule.

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.

Coach Jon Scheyer's emphasis on length and multi‑position defense shapes a Duke squad that could redefine the role of size in college basketball.

The much‑anticipated 2026‑27 regular‑season clash between Duke and Michigan will not take place, after a series of logistical and contractual complications forced the cancellation

Duke's 2026‑27 roster blends returning starters, strategic transfers and a towering height profile, positioning the Blue Devils as a formidable force in next season's college basketball landscape.

The 2026‑27 college basketball season opens with a historic game in Rome, featuring a 76‑team NCAA Tournament field. As programs navigate coaching changes, roster overhauls and health concerns, fans brace for fresh narratives and unexpected outcomes.

Three Michigan alumni were selected in the first round, and many of the season’s top performers either faced or played for the Wolverines, creating a unique web of matchups that defined the draft’s early story.

From Ole Miss landing Australian guard Ben Henshall to Texas securing top offensive and defensive talents, the 2026 transfer portal has produced a wave of high‑profile moves that could redefine the power‑conference picture.

From limited minutes at UCLA to leading the Big Ten in blocks and earning All‑NCAA honors, Aday Mara’s rapid ascent culminated in a championship‑winning performance and a projected lottery pick.

Aday Mara climbs to the tenth spot on Michigan’s all‑time basketball pantheon, celebrated for his defensive dominance, offensive growth, and role in the Wolverines’ national championship.

The Wolverines' program is in flux after Dusty May's move to the NBA, with interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. awaiting a decision from athletic director Warde Manuel, while Alabama's Nate Oats has ruled himself out of the running.

A revamped Ohio State squad, bolstered by increased NIL funding and key returning players, aims to compete at the top of the Big Ten this season.

The 2026 NBA Draft will be remembered as a watershed moment for the University of Michigan, as three of its recent standouts heard their names called in the opening round, while longtime coach Dusty May departs for the Dallas Mavericks.

Dusty May’s exit leaves Michigan rebuilding through the portal, while UCLA eyes Michigan’s JP Estrella, a 10‑point, 5.4‑rebound junior, to anchor its interior and complement a perimeter‑heavy lineup.

After guiding Michigan to a national title in just two seasons, Dusty May left for the NBA, prompting a wave of portal entries that have caught the attention of UCLA, which is eyeing dominant post player JP Estrella.

A look at how the latest CBS Sports Top 25 and 1 rankings reflect the impact of key commitments, departures, and transfers across the nation's powerhouse basketball programs.

Duke’s blend of veteran leadership, elite transfers and a top‑ranked recruiting class makes a strong case for a higher preseason poll standing.

Kentucky's newest sharpshooter, Milan Momcilovic, has sparked movement in the CBS Sports Top 25, prompting a fresh look at contending teams and their prospects.

A look at how the new addition influences the early-season rankings and what it means for the powerhouses heading into next season

An analysis of minute retention rates, transfer movements and recruiting shifts reveals a conference in flux, with powerhouse programs clinging to returning talent while traditional pipelines shrink.

The Gophers will travel across the Midwest and coast to face some of college basketball's most competitive programs, while hoping to translate a deep roster into wins.

With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, the NBA will soon publish the names of players who have chosen to remain in the draft. Many athletes are still weighing their options, while a few have already announced their decisions.