
College Basketball Teams Rebuild as Top Prospects Opt for Another Year
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
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Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.

The 2026‑27 season will see Purdue facing top conference rivals on the road, while key players from Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio State and others return to test the Boilermakers' championship hopes.
The Big Ten has released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate, and Purdue’s schedule promises a tougher road ahead compared with the previous year, featuring challenging home and away matchups.
After guiding Iowa to the Elite Eight and securing a 24‑win season, Ben McCollum has signed a contract extension through 2032, signaling a long‑term vision for the Hawkeyes.
Ben McCollum’s contract extension through 2032 reflects a strategic alignment between his vision and the University of Iowa’s basketball ambitions, even as the team navigates the loss of key players and embraces new talent.
In a recent interview, Iowa men's basketball coach Ben McCollum discussed the excitement and pressures of an Elite Eight run, the need to stay grounded, and the plan to rebuild around new talent while retaining core players.