Indiana Basketball Bolsters Size Ahead of Big Ten Battle
Coach Darian DeVries adds 6‑foot‑11 Aiden Sherrell and 7‑foot‑2 Samet Yigitoglu, the tallest players in IU history, to combat a decade‑long lack of size in the Big Ten.
Jul 13, 2026
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Mali Extends Unbeaten Streak, Secures World Cup Spot After Dominant Win Over Uganda
Mali's 82-59 victory over Uganda not only stretched their winning streak to five but also set a new African basketball qualifying record, while Egypt clinched the final second-round berth.
Jul 4, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Aim to Preserve Pac‑12 Dominance with Strategic Additions
The Wildcats will augment their roster with new faces while counting on key players such as Kerr Kriisa, Pelle Larsson, Dalen Terry and Azuolas Tubelis to elevate their game.
Jul 3, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers Seek Stability at Center Position Ahead of NCAA Tournament Push
Indiana's men's basketball program has cycled through centers and coaches in recent years, but the arrival of Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu offers a chance to break the trend and return to the NCAA Tournament.
Jun 24, 2026
Indiana’s Center Conundrum: A Recruiting Crisis for the Hoosiers
Indiana has not signed a center from high school since 2020, a gap that has shaped coaching decisions, impacted tournament appearances, and now fuels a search for a long‑term solution.
Jun 24, 2026
Arizona Alumni Making Global Impact Ahead of NBA Draft
With the NBA Draft approaching, former University of Arizona standouts are securing contracts and delivering strong performances in leagues worldwide, highlighting the program's expanding international footprint.
Jun 18, 2026
DeVries Eyes Two‑Big Lineups to Reinforce Indiana’s Frontcourt
Coach Darian DeVries is weighing a dual‑center configuration that blends outside shooting with interior presence, aiming to counter the Big Ten’s growing size.
Jun 4, 2026
Clemson Tigers Add Four Transfer Players Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Clemson University announced the addition of four graduate transfers — Cole Certa, Dylan Faulkner, Liutauras Lelevicius and David Fuchs — who bring proven scoring, rebounding and shooting credentials
May 29, 2026
Samet Yigitoglu Joins Indiana Hoops
Indiana University has secured the services of Samet Yigitoglu, a towering Turkish big man whose career at SMU showcased elite offensive rebounding and efficient scoring.
May 22, 2026