Daily Archives: June 17, 2026

Know the draft prospect: Morez Johnson, Jr.

Depending on how the board falls, Michigan big man Morez Johnson, Jr. could be available when New York is on the clock at draft night next week. Should the Knicks consider him with their 24th or 31st selection? The Basics School: Michigan (transferred from Illinois after his freshman year) Position: Forward / Center Height: 6’9″ (Measured barefoot at the Combine, …

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Fordham lands ex-St. John’s recruit Kelvin Odih in massive coup

The underdog New York college basketball team has grabbed a player from St. John’s. Fordham has landed former top-100 recruit Kelvin Odih via the transfer portal, according to multiple reports, after just one year with the Red Storm. It is the first time since Fordham has grabbed a four-star recruit since 2008, when the Rams signed Jio Fontan. Advertisement Odih …

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How much should the Lakers pay Austin Reaves?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Given how great a player Austin Reaves has been after being an undrafted free agent, it’s no question that he’s been …

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How concerned should Kentucky fans be about Kam Williams not being on the floor?

Big Blue Nation has started to get excited about the 2026-27 season because the Kentucky basketball social media team has been posting photos and videos from practices. While fans are getting excited about the upcoming season, there has been one question BBN has had about these photos. That question is, why is Kam Williams not around? Last season, Williams transferred …

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Longtime Lakers PA announcer Lawrence Tanter to resign, take advisor role

One of the staples of the Lakers over the last four decades has been legendary PA announcer Lawrence Tanter. However, a new voice will echo through Crypto.com Arena moving forward. On Tuesday, the Lakers announced that Tanter would be moving to the role of Special Advisor for Game Presentation, stepping down from his PA announcer position. The team’s statement included …

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Frolov May Not Be Exactly What Razorbacks Need, But Their Best Option at Center

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The biggest piece Arkansas basketball needs to contend for a national championship this season is a big man. That’s been well documented as head coach John Calipari has gone through the roster-building process. To the Hall of Famer’s credit, he’s brought in several viable options: Miikka Muurinen, Cooper Bowser and Maper Maker are all solid players who …

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Dick Vitale believes Kentucky has to many “cupcakes” on the non-conference schedule

Yesterday, Kentucky announced a few more of its non-conference games, and some folks are not happy about the quality of opponents that will come to Rupp Arena. The seven teams added to the schedule were Manhattan (November 3rd), James Madison (November 6th), Northern Arizona (November 13th), Grambling State (November 16th), Bryant (December 8th), Sacred Heart (December 22nd), and Gardner-Webb (December …

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