Which mid-major backcourt player will Greg Gard turn into a Big Ten superstar? It’s a question that might’ve seemed ridiculous a mere three years ago. But after the exploits of Nick Boyd (San Diego State), John Tonje (who initially committed to New Mexico out of the portal), and AJ Storr (who came from St. John’s before Rick Pitino revitalized it), …

Despite being the Suns’ first and third leaders in starts this season, fans do mind seeing Royce O’Neale (67 starts) and Collin Gillespie (58 starts) coming off the bench as postseason play gets closer. Both were put in the second unit for last Sunday’s game against the Bulls, and Gillespie only started yesterday’s game against the Lakers because the team …

More than half of Arizona’s scholarship players on its Final Four team were true freshmen, with three starting all season and two redshirting. Then there were the two in the middle, who are both headed elsewhere for their sophomore seasons. UA wing Dwayne Aristode is headed to the NCAA transfer portal, the second freshman to opt for a transfer along …

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans PelicansDate: April 12th, 2026Time: 7:30 PM CDTLocation: Target CenterTelevision Coverage: FanDuel Sports Network – NorthRadio Coverage: KFAN FM, Wolves App, iHeart Radio There’s something about Game 82 that always feels a little like the last day of school. Half the class is mentally checked out. The teacher is rolling in the TV cart. And yet, …

The basketball world has come together to support one of its most legendary figures. Former NCAA and NBA coach and current broadcaster Dick Vitale has faced challenges larger than basketball. Recent reports revealed that Vitale has been dealing with numerous health concerns. At 86 years old, he has built a legendary career and remains one of the faces of the …

Victor Wembanyama needed to play one more game to qualify for end-of-season awards. After a rib injury, many people suggested he could do 20 minutes of cardio to meet the minimum requirements. Doing the minimum is not in Wembanyama’s nature. He exploded for 40 points in 26 minutes as the Spurs handled the Dallas Mavericks 139-120. Wembanyama will lead the …

He’s off to the NBA (most likely). Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler declared for the NBA Draft on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Wagler had one of the great freshman seasons in Illinois history, with the most points in a single season by a first-year player. Advertisement He also led the Illini to their first Final Four in 21 years. …

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The Washington Wizards are wrapping up their 2026 season in Cleveland tomorrow. Here is the preview: Game info When: 6 p.m. EST on Sunday, Apr. 12 Where: Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio How to watch: Monumental Sports Network Advertisement Injuries Wizards — Justin Champagnie (knee) is listed as DAY-TO-DAY Cavs — Donovan Mitchell (ankle), Sam Merrill (hamstring) and Jarrett Allen …

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As Marcus Smart walked to the Lakers’ podium for his first postgame media availability following the Lakers’ 101-73 win over the Suns on Friday, he made a statement that carried more weight than just the four words that came out of his mouth. “Feels like so long,” he said as he sat down before taking questions from reporters. Advertisement And …

The NCAA transfer portal has been crazy the last few days. Almost every major university has lost a large number of players to the portal. Tennessee has been no different, with players like Jaylen Carey, Amari Evans, and JP Estrella hitting the portal. Now, Rick Barnes has to replace those players. The Volunteers already landed one commitment from Tyler Lundblade, …

BOSTON — The Celtics could be without most of their rotation when they face the Orlando Magic on Sunday. Jayson Tatum (right Achilles repair management), Jaylen Brown (left Achilles tendonitis), Derrick White (right knee contusion), and Neemias Queta (right toe sprain) are all out. Sam Hauser (low back spasm), Payton Pritchard (left foot plantar fasciitis), and Nikola Vučević (right ring …

The era of the 27-year-old college basketball star could be over as the NCAA considers a change to redshirting rules following an executive order from Donald Trump on college sports. Currently, redshirting allows players to navigate through the 5-year NCAA eligibility rules. However, the governing body is now contemplating a new age-based ruling following President Trump’s mandate. The 5-year window …

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The transfer portal is in full swing, with college basketball’s version of free agency in full swing, there are a lot of moving parts going on in roster management. For Michigan State, they are in the market for a starting center to replace the production that they are losing from Carson Cooper’s departure via graduation. With the portal opening, Spartans …

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SACRAMENTO — With one free throw, Brandin Podziemski quieted teammates, unmuzzled at least one fan online and robbed thousands more inside the Kings’ arena of free pizza. Podziemski had 29 points when he stepped to the foul line with five seconds left in the Warriors’ 124-118 loss to the Kings on Friday night. He knew the significance of his number …

PJ Haggerty is heading to Texas A&M and Isaiah Johnson is joining Texas as the Lone Star state’s two Southeastern Conference programs have landed former Big 12 stars in the transfer portal. Each player announced his decision in an Instagram post. Advertisement Haggerty scored 23.4 points per game for Kansas State this season to rank fourth among all Division I …

SACRAMENTO — Steph Curry plans to rev up further in the Warriors’ regular-season finale. After coming off the bench twice, Curry returned to the starting lineup Friday in Golden State’s 124-118 loss to the Kings. The next step as he makes his way back from more than two months away will come Sunday against the Clippers as he resumes his …

Collin Chandler coming to BYU is a no-brainer for both the former Farmington High star and the Cougars. Chandler, a 6-foot-4 elite 3-point shooter who just finished starting 31 games for Mark Pope at Kentucky, announced on Instagram Saturday that he is enrolling at BYU for his junior season. Advertisement With Robert Wright III entering the transfer portal, BYU needs …

After an exciting four-team battle for seeding in the Western Conference throughout the second half of the season, all but two teams are locked into their spot playoff spots heading into the final day. Results on Friday, namely Minnesota beating Houston, means that all that is up for grabs on Sunday is the No. 3 seed between the Lakers and …

The Kentucky Wildcats basketball team is in need of talent, and Mark Pope is thoroughly searching in the transfer portal for players who can win games next season. A recent addition to the list of players they have contacted is Eric Reibe, and name that will be familiar to fans who follow Wildcats recruiting. Reibe is a 7’1″, 260 lb …

There’s a silver lining to the Lakers’ hellish turn of events. LeBron James has been unleashed. The King has been let out of his so-called cage. He has gone from being the team’s third option to the head of the snake. We’re getting to see what the 41-year-old is actually capable of doing at this stage in his career. Advertisement …