St. John’s Basketball Eyes Elite Eight as Pitino Leads Revamped Roster
St. John’s University is gearing up for another deep postseason run, bolstered by a mix of seasoned holdovers and new global recruits under head coach Rick Pitino.
Jul 23, 2026
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Alabama Basketball’s 2025‑26 Season: Five Defining Victories
From a stunning win at Madison Square Garden to a double‑overtime thriller at Coleman Coliseum, the Tide’s season offered a series of breakthrough moments that reshaped its identity.
Jul 23, 2026
Jermaine O’Neal Reveals How Rick Pitino’s Honesty Steered Him Toward the NBA
In a recent interview, Jermaine O’Neal detailed how University of Kentucky coach Rick Pitino’s candid counsel — centered on his family’s hardships — shaped his decision to forgo college and enter the 1996 NBA Draft, a move that launched an 18‑year career of All‑Star accolades and statistical consistency.
Jul 13, 2026
Alabama Basketball Announces 2025 Non‑Conference Schedule
The Crimson Tide will face South Florida on Dec. 16 and St. John's on Dec. 12, continuing a series history and building on a strong recent record.
Jul 11, 2026
Mike Graceffo’s Youth Basketball Clinic Shapes Future Players in Burbank
Every Tuesday evening, the gym at the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley hosts a low‑cost basketball clinic run by veteran coach Mike Graceffo, who teaches fundamentals, draws on the wisdom of legends like Michael Jordan, and aims to develop both skill and character in local youth.
Jul 9, 2026
Former Baylor Guard Tounde Yessoufou Commits to St. John’s, Eyes Big East Honor
After withdrawing from the NBA Draft, Tounde Yessoufou joins St. John's University, bringing defensive intensity and scoring potential that could position him as a leading candidate for Big East Player of the Year.
Jul 8, 2026
St. John’s Basketball Faces Setback After Freeman’s Injury
Following Donnie Freeman's torn Achilles, St. John's relies on international talent and emerging prospects to maintain competitiveness.
Jul 8, 2026
The 2026 Transfer Portal Superlatives: Who Moved, Who Stayed, and What It Means
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.
Jul 8, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide Set for December Showdown with St. John’s in C.M. Newton Classic
The Alabama Crimson Tide will meet St. John's Red Storm on Dec. 12, 2025, at Legacy Arena in Birmingham as part of the C.M. Newton Classic, a game that revisits a recent victory and preview a busy non‑conference and SEC schedule.
Jul 7, 2026
Duke’s Deep, Athletic Roster Poised to Dominate Defensively
Duke’s roster combines size and speed, offering a 10‑man rotation that can press, force turnovers and adapt to any opponent.
Jul 7, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats Navigate Scheduling Shifts and Rising Star Mason Williams Ahead of 2026 Season
From cost‑driven matchups with Youngstown State to the rifle team’s fourth‑place finish, the Wildcats are balancing competitive ambitions with NCAA eligibility rules
Jul 6, 2026
Former Syracuse Transfer Donnie Freeman sidelined for 2026‑27 season amid injury concerns
Despite criticism, the emphasis remains on Freeman's rehabilitation rather than celebrating Kentucky's choice.
Jul 5, 2026
Spurs Bring Billy Donovan on Board as Eason Extends with Rockets
Billy Donovan joins the San Antonio Spurs as lead assistant, while Tari Eason signs a five‑year, $81 million extension with the Houston Rockets, setting the stage for potential roster shifts and coaching ambitions.
Jul 3, 2026
Billy Donovan to Lead Spurs’ Coaching Staff as Eason Locks in $81 Million Extension with Rockets
Billy Donovan is set to join the San Antonio Spurs as lead assistant, positioning him for a future head‑coach role, while Tari Eason’s five‑year, $81 million deal with the Houston Rockets has been met with a shrug, reflecting a below‑market agreement.
Jul 3, 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
Billy Donovan Joins Spurs Coaching Staff Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The Spurs announced that Billy Donovan will lead the next chapter of their coaching lineup, bringing a decorated résumé to the role.
Jul 3, 2026
Donnie Freeman out for 2026‑27 season after Achilles injury
St. John's announced that forward Donnie Freeman will sit out the upcoming season after rupturing his right Achilles tendon during a workout.
Jul 2, 2026
Donnie Freeman sidelined for 2026‑27 season with Achilles injury
St. John's forward Donnie Freeman will miss the entire 2026‑27 season after sustaining an Achilles injury. The transfer from Syracuse was expected to be a cornerstone for a Red Storm squad coming off consecutive conference championships and a Sweet 16 run.
Jul 2, 2026
Kentucky’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class Holds No. 20 National Spot
A look at the latest recruiting rankings, recent coaching movements, and the recent losses of key personalities in the state’s sports landscape.
Jul 2, 2026
Donnie Freeman’s Season Cut Short by Achilles Injury
Former Syracuse star Donnie Freeman is set to miss the upcoming season after rupturing his Achilles tendon, a blow that underscores a recurring injury pattern and revives memories of similar setbacks among his former teammates.
Jul 2, 2026
St. John’s Faces Setback as Donnie Freeman Out for 2026‑27 Season
St. John's University announced that forward Donnie Freeman will miss the entire 2026‑27 campaign after rupturing his Achilles tendon, prompting a roster reshuffle and altering preseason forecasts for the Big East powerhouse.
Jul 1, 2026
Donnie Freeman sidelined for 2026‑27 season after Achilles tear
Donnie Freeman's Achilles injury sustained during a summer workout will keep him out of the 2026‑27 season, marking the third major injury of his college career.
Jul 1, 2026