Monthly Archives: August 2026

John Calipari scheduling pattern has clarity and purpose

John Calipari makes no secret about his scheduling philosophy. It is impossible to ignore what he does and why he does it. He doesn’t try to hide his method or purpose. Arkansas basketball fans might not like the lack of high-end home games or the fact that Arkansas plays what essentially amount to “road neutral” games, games which are technically …

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Reserve point guard Brandon Williams reportedly agrees to join Warriors on one-year minimum contract

Golden State was looking for some scoring punch with their final roster spot. They found it in Brandon Williams, who has agreed to join the Warriors on a one-year, $2.6 million minimum contract, Williams’ agents Derek Lafayette and Curtis Lawrence told ESPN’s Shams Charania. Advertisement Williams looked good in an increased role in Dallas last season, where Kyrie Irving was …

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2027 Houston point guard names Tennessee basketball in top schools

2027 five-star point guard Reese Alston named Tennessee in his top seven schools, along with Houston, LSU, Vanderbilt, Kentucky, Louisville and Wichita State, according to Joe Tipton of On3. The 6-foot-2, 175-pound prospect is from Second Baptist School in Houston, Texas. Advertisement 247Sports ranks Alston as the No. 4 point guard in the class and No. 1 player in Texas. …

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VJ Edgecombe participates in another Rico Hines run

What, you thought just because Ben Simmons isn’t around here anymore that offseason workout footage went out the window? Our watch never ends, ladies and gentlemen. Philadelphia 76ers second-year guard VJ Edgecombe recently participated in another Rico Hines private run (games to nine points by ones and twos). We had you covered with one from a few days ago and …

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Projecting UCLA Basketball’s First Player off Bench This Season

It’s an uphill battle in most games in the Big Ten, and there are high expectations for the Bruins this season. UCLA has bolstered its roster with newcomers such as Serbian star Nikola Kusturica, Texas Tech’s Jaylen Petty, and Butler’s Azavier Robinson, to name a few, while also retaining several key pieces from last season. Jan 31, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, …

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NBA ‘Beautiful Pass’ Moments 🏀

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Brandon Williams, Warriors agree to one-year, $2.6M NBA contract, per agents

Brandon Williams, Warriors agree to one-year, $2.6M NBA contract, per agents originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The Warriors filled one of their remaining roster spots on Tuesday. Golden State agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million free-agent contract with guard Brandon Williams, his agents, Derek Lafayette and Curtis Lawrence, told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Tuesday. The 26-year-old Williams, an …

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2026-27 Big East Men’s Basketball Summer Vibe Check: DePaul Blue Demons

Team: DePaul Blue Demons 2025-26 Record: 16-16, 8-12 Big East 2025-26 Big East Finish: Sixth, one game behind Creighton and one game ahead of a Marquette/Butler/Providence tie for seventh. Final 2025-26 Computer Rankings Advertisement NET: #101KenPom.com: #99BartTorvik.com: #97 Postseason: The Blue Demons called it a day after taking a 64-56 loss to Georgetown in the 6/11 game in the first …

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Can the Spurs improve their record next season?

62 wins is a high bar to clear. The San Antonio Spurs needed to win 30 of their last 34 games to get over 60 wins last season to secure the second-best record in the NBA. After losing the NBA Finals, the expectations are higher for the 2026-27 Spurs. The basketball world expects San Antonio to hover around 60 wins …

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Brandon Williams, Warriors reportedly agree to 1-year, $2.6M contract

Brandon Williams and the Golden State Warriors have agreed to a one-year, $2.6 million contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 26-year-old Williams spent the past three seasons with the Dallas Mavericks after spending his rookie NBA season with the Portland Trail Blazers. In four seasons, he is averaging 10.7 points, 3.2 assists, 2.4 rebounds, and 19 minutes per game. …

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It’s finally here. Why local Indiana basketball fans will be pleased with schedule

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana basketball’s nonconference schedule will take on a heavy local flavor, in Darian DeVries’ second season in charge of the Hoosiers. Announced Tuesday morning, IU’s October-December slate will include three in-state exhibitions against Division I opponents, including an Oct. 18 date with North Carolina in Indianapolis. Advertisement The Hoosiers will return to the state capital twice in the …

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Who should start for the Bucks at small forward?

Welcome to Volume III of our “Choose Your Own Adventure” starter series, where we explore the Milwaukee Bucks’ options at each position. Read along, make your choice, and share your pick in the comments—if you dare! We’ve covered the point and shooting guard too, now it’s time for the wing—at small forward, start who? Awkward rhyme aside, the question is …

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Where will the Rockets finish in 2026-2027?

The Houston Rockets are predicted by ESPN’s summer prediction series to tie for third place in the 2026–27 Western Conference standings, according to a survey of its NBA insiders. Only the Oklahoma City Thunder (60-22) and San Antonio Spurs (62-20) are predicted to be ahead of the Rockets and Nuggets (51-31). ESPN’s Michael C wrote: “The West goes through either …

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Why UM Men’s Basketball is Better Off Without Malik Reneau

MIAMI, Fla. – In an attempt to return to college basketball, former Miami Hurricanes forward Malik Reneau filed a lawsuit, but the Tenth Circuit granted the NCAA’s stay request, blocking Judge Charlotte Sweeney’s nationwide injunction. The 23-year-old has been spotted around the Coral Gables campus. Although Reneau’s return could be beneficial, the team should consider moving on and focusing on …

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3 Reasons Peyton Watson is a game-changer for the Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers finally made their move of the summer. A multi-team trade that ultimately landed Peyton Watson in the Wine and Gold. So what’s the big deal? Watson, on paper, fills the biggest hole this roster has had throughout the decade. A 6’8″ wing with plus athleticism and legit upside on both offense and defense. Advertisement Today, we discuss …

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/23/26

LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 19: The sneakers worn by Dink Pate #28 of the New York Knicks during the game against the Washington Wizards during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 19, 2025 at the Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User …

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Have no fear, Adam Silver is going to solve the Buss family drama

One constant for the Lakers over the last decade is that the Buss family will create drama. Whether it was coup attempts, firings or general infighting, the siblings have been messy in so many ways. Much of that has happened under Adam Silver’s watch. While he isn’t responsible for the Buss family, he hasn’t done much to tamp down the …

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