UConn Huskies Prepare for a Revamped 2026‑27 Season
Coach Dan Hurley outlines a blend of returning core and ten newcomers as the Huskies aim to maintain momentum after a Final Four run.
Jul 12, 2026
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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
UConn Basketball Coach Dan Hurley Looks Ahead to a Revitalized Roster
Coach Dan Hurley’s optimism stems from recent visits by former stars and a sweeping overhaul that brings nine new players into a system built on speed, quickness, and constant motion.
Jun 19, 2026
Duke’s 2026‑27 non‑conference basketball schedule pits Blue Devils against top contenders
Duke’s upcoming non‑conference slate features games against UConn, Illinois and Florida, each of which brings a distinct set of challenges and storylines that could influence the Blue Devils’ pursuit of a championship.
Jun 19, 2026
Duke’s 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Schedule Packed with Powerhouses
Duke’s upcoming non‑conference slate features top‑ranked opponents UConn, Illinois and Florida, each bringing back key players and promising intense competition.
Jun 19, 2026
Duke Locks in Third Straight Top Recruiting Class as Boumtje Boumtje Eyes Global Spotlight
Duke’s latest recruiting haul secures the nation’s top class for the third consecutive year, featuring three five‑star prospects and a Canadian standout who could delay his arrival while vying for a spot on the U.S. U17 team that will contest the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Istanbul.
Jun 10, 2026
Duke Secures Top Recruiting Class for Third Straight Year
Duke's basketball program continues its recruiting dominance, landing a class that includes multiple five‑star players and a Canadian standout who may defer enrollment for international competition.
Jun 10, 2026
Seven-Foot Duke Freshman Joins USA U17 Training Camp
A seven‑foot prospect from Spain earns a spot in the 2026 Team USA U17 training camp, positioning him for the FIBA U17 World Cup and drawing attention to Duke's top‑ranked recruiting class.
Jun 10, 2026
Duke Basketball Announces 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Slate with Powerhouse Matchups
Duke's upcoming non‑conference schedule features a gauntlet of elite opponents, from a showdown with Michigan State in Chicago to a Thanksgiving clash with UConn in Las Vegas, setting the stage for a season that could extend the program's recent dominance.
Jun 9, 2026
Duke’s 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Gauntlet
Duke’s upcoming non‑conference schedule pits the Blue Devils against former national champions and top‑ranked programs, while a new Amazon‑Prime Video partnership brings the games to a wider audience.
Jun 9, 2026
Duke Announces 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Slate with High‑Profile Road Tests
Duke’s 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule features games against three of last season’s Final Four teams, with matchups in Chicago, Las Vegas, Miami, Gainesville, New York and Detroit, all to be streamed on Prime Video.
Jun 9, 2026
Duke’s Tough Non‑Conference Schedule Tests Title Ambitions
Duke’s non‑conference slate features marquee matchups that could shape its NCAA title hopes.
Jun 7, 2026
Duke Blue Devils brace for challenging non‑conference slate
Duke’s upcoming season features high‑profile games against Final Four opponents, a demanding stretch of matches, and a deep roster that could prove decisive in the chase for a championship.
Jun 7, 2026
UConn Tops Early Big East Men’s Basketball Rankings
CBS Sports' early Big East rankings place UConn at the summit, highlighting a potent backcourt led by Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins while noting frontcourt instability and key transfer additions.
Jun 5, 2026
UConn Basketball Eyes Another Final Four Run Amidst Revamped Roster
UConn begins its summer session on Monday, tackling an ambitious schedule that includes a rematch with Michigan and a gauntlet of top‑ranked opponents, while integrating eight new players and seeking the right lineup to chase a fourth Final Four in five years.
Jun 2, 2026
SI’s Preseason Top 25 College Basketball Rankings Set the Stage for 2026‑27
Sports Illustrated’s preseason Top 25 reveals Florida at No. 1, but a wave of transfers and roster changes promises a volatile year across the nation’s elite programs.
Jun 2, 2026
UConn Bolsters Frontcourt Ahead of Upcoming Season
The Huskies are addressing concerns about depth at power forward and center, bringing in transfers and developing existing talent to shore up the frontcourt.
Jun 2, 2026
UConn Basketball Welcomes Five New Faces
Five new UConn basketball players have settled into off‑campus housing in Storrs, expressing excitement and a championship mindset, while additional transfers await and sophomore Colben Landrew competes for the United States in Mexico.
Jun 1, 2026
Duke Blue Devils Reveal 2026‑27 Jersey Numbers
Duke announces the jersey numbers for its 14‑player roster, highlighting notable transitions and the blend of experience and new talent.
May 29, 2026
Silas Demary Jr. Poised to Cement UConn Legacy with Final Season
After guiding UConn to the Final Four and a national championship game appearance while playing through injury, Silas Demary Jr. will return for his final college season, aiming to join the pantheon of UConn legends and lead a rebuilt team back to the top.
May 29, 2026
UConn Basketball Gears Up for a Title‑Chasing 2026‑27 Season
UConn’s men’s basketball team opens summer workouts on June 1, 2026, aiming for a fourth Final Four and a third national title in five years, while navigating a wave of transfers, freshmen and coaching changes.
May 27, 2026
Isaiah Shaw Commits to UConn, Adding 3‑Point Firepower
Isaiah Shaw, a 6‑foot‑8 wing who averaged 8.1 points and shot 46.4% from three last season at Northern Arizona, is set to join UConn, where his father’s coaching background and the program’s recent transfer influx add new dimensions.
May 21, 2026