College Basketball

The Illinois Fighting Illini basketball team’s second-leading scorer among returnees is power forward David Mirkovic, who brings NBA height and strength to the power forward position along with deadeye shooting that makes Illinois a tough team to defend. Mirkovic made headlines in early August as he suffered a fractured left foot injury that required surgery, which derailed the offseason training …

Northwestern will have an early opportunity to make a statement on the national stage when it travels to Charleston, South Carolina, for the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic in November. The Wildcats now know when they will take the court, with Northwestern set to face Virginia Tech on Friday, Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. CT before taking on Dayton on Sunday, …

Before we get into the news, we’d like to extend our prayers and well wishes to Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell, who announced he is battling cancer in a letter posted to social media yesterday. Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide landed their first commitment of the 2027 high school recruiting season on Wednesday afternoon. Advertisement Top-30 overall prospect Chase …

As college basketball fans await the 2026-27 season, Duke supporters are eager to see the Blue Devils earn another NCAA championship. Their championship drought dates back to the 2015 season, as head coach Jon Scheyer has yet to cement his legacy as Duke’s head coach, like he did as a player. With preseason basketball less than a month away, ESPN …

St. Thomas released its entire 2026-27 men’s basketball schedule on Wednesday, and there are plenty of intriguing matchups for its sixth season as a Division I program. Here are five must-watch games for mid-major basketball fans in Minnesota. 1. AT Minnesota: Nov. 6 The wait is finally over; the first matchup between the Tommies and Gophers as Division I programs …

Well, you can start to mark your calendars Orange fans because the Syracuse men’s basketball conference schedule has officially been announced and there are lot of games to circle that will be taking place at the Dome. But while glossing over the schedule and starting to text your friends about what day to book your reunion weekend, I will tell …

Yesterday UNC announced their official ACC schedule for the 2026-27 men’s basketball season. Now that the dates and opponents are set, Michael Malone and his staff have an idea of what their team will be up against this fall when conference play begins. Let’s discuss three takeaways from the schedule release so that we can feel out how good (or …

It’s not Alabama vs Auburn, Ohio State vs Michigan, or Army vs Navy, but Kansas and Missouri have been doing this Border War thing since 1901 – an 18-12 Mizzou win – and have played it 110 times since. There’s genuine hatred in this, even though the basketball side tends to get a little more heated. This time around, Kansas …

Another day, another change in the eligibility status of someone on the Gonzaga Bulldogs roster. This time it’s Florida State transfer forward Chauncey Wiggins, who is currently ineligible after the NCAA’s stay request was granted by the Georgia Court of Appeals on Wednesday evening. Advertisement The case is still pending appeal, but while the appeal process is ongoing, the plaintiffs, …

MIAMI, Fla. – The Miami Hurricanes men’s basketball program announced its Atlantic Coast Conference scheduled matchups for the 2026-27 season on Wednesday and here are five matchups that stand out in order by date: After three games to start ACC play, the Hurricanes will host sophomore guard Kiyan Anthony, son of Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony, and the Syracuse Orange. …

Alabama basketball continues to prove that it belongs in the conversation with the biggest programs in college basketball when it comes to recruiting elite talent. Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide landed another major piece of their future when four-star guard Chase Lumpkin announced his commitment to Alabama, and make no mistake about it, this is a big-time recruiting win …

How to Watch Illinois vs. Duke Game Time: 2:30 p.m. Saturday TV Channel: FS1 Online Streaming: FoxSportsGO Odds: ILL -5.5, O/U 51.5 Quick Hits: Illinois Fighting Illini (1-0, 0-0 Big Ten) Head Coach: Bret Bielema (6th season) Advertisement 9-4 in 2025, 5-4 in conference Last Game: Illinois 42, UAB 23 Duke Blue Devils (1-0, 0-0 ACC) Head coach: Manny Diaz …

Remember when Illinois beat Duke by 26 points last September? I bet Duke does! The Illini embarrassed the Blue Devils 45-19 in Durham last season, turning what was supposed to be a competitive non-conference matchup into a laugher. Duke eventually recovered and went on to win the ACC, while Illinois finished with nine wins and a victory over Tennessee in …

PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers men’s basketball coach Steve Pikiell has been diagnosed with cancer and he is working through treatment. The Scarlet Knights program released a statement from the coach Wednesday, with Pikiell saying he had “great confidence” in associate head coach Brandin Knight, the rest of the staff and athletes as he manages his health. Advertisement “I know …

Virginia will get two shots at rival Duke in 2026-27, according to the conference schedule released by the Atlantic Coast Conference on Wednesday. The Blue Devils finished first and the Cavaliers second in last season’s ACC standings and are expected to be among the top contenders again this winter. They were designated as “Variable Partners” for 2026-27, meaning they’ll meet …

Michigan State basketball is gearing up for the start of the 2026-27 season in just over six weeks time. Before that happens, though, the Spartans will need to finalize their schedule for the upcoming season. Earlier on Wednesday, the Spartans annual matchup with Oakland received a date, and now, another piece to the puzzle has been announced by Jon Rothstein. …

Throughout the offseason, we have seen sprinkles of the North Carolina Tar Heels’ 2026-27 college basketball schedule slowly get released. That includes the non-conference slate and locations where the Tar Heels would face ACC opposition. On Wednesday, North Carolina learned its full conference schedule, including the specific game dates. With that in mind, here are the main takeaways and reactions …

Alabama basketball has landed a commitment from four-star guard Chase Lumpkin, per multiple reports. The 6-foot-4, 190-pounder from McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia, is a consensus top-30 prospect. He is ranked as the No. 26 player in the class of 2027, the No. 6 combo guard and the No. 3 recruit in the state of Georgia. Advertisement Lumpkin …

The Atlantic Coast Conference has released the conference schedules for the 2026-27 college basketball season. Duke’s ACC opponents for this season have already been released, and on Tuesday it was revealed that the Blue Devils would begin their league schedule against Georgia Tech on Dec. 30 in Atlanta. Mar 29, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon …

Illinois basketball has Final Four and national championship aspirations this coming season, and Providence transfer Stefan Vaaks is a big part of them with fall camp on the horizon. Vaaks, a 6-foot-7, 205-pound guard/forward from Estonia, played in the Big East during his freshman season with the Providence Friars, scoring 15.8 points per game and shooting 35% from three-point range. …

Tar Heel Nation, you’re now officially one step closer to the start of college basketball season. On Wednesday, UNC released its 2026-27 ACC opponents, officially completing its schedule. North Carolina still is waiting on game times, but those are bound to come in the near future. The Tar Heels now know who and where they’re playing, all the way from …

Former Purdue men’s basketball star Trey Kaufman-Renn can, for now, pursue returning for a sixth season of college basketball. Clark County Circuit Court No. 6 Judge Kyle P. Williams on Wednesday granted Kaufman-Renn’s motion for a temporary restraining order against the NCAA. Per the ruling, the NCAA cannot deny Kaufman-Renn eligibility based on his five years in college and four …

As former Purdue basketball star Trey Kaufman-Renn’s college career potentially gained new life Wednesday, he said goodbye to his Boilermaker tenure.  In an Instagram post, the former first team All-Big Ten big man confirmed that if granted permanent eligibility, he will not return to Purdue. The post began, “Thank you, Purdue.”  Advertisement “Four truly unforgettable years,” Kaufman-Renn wrote. “Grateful for …

Back in June, Trey Kaufman-Renn heard his name called at the 2026 NBA Draft. By the time November rolls around, there’s a good chance he’ll be playing college basketball somewhere. Kaufman-Renn, a former forward at Purdue who was a first-team All-Big Ten selection in 2025, was granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA by an Indiana judge on Wednesday, …

Bleacher Report recently ranked the top-99 North American sports teams of all time, including both professional and collegiate sports. A powerhouse in college basketball, Duke had two of their teams recognized. No. 67: 2000-01 Duke Blue Devils Beginning with the 2000-01 team, they were a dominant group under Coach K. During the regular season, they went 35-4 behind the great …