College Basketball

A day after the Purdue football game couldn’t figure out how to score or how to stop their opponent from scoring it was the men’s basketball team’s chance to show what they could do. Sure, this game doesn’t count in the standing and it won’t go down in history as a great game, but it was exactly what Purdue needed …

NEW YORK – After two exhibition games against Big East opponents, one thing is crystal clear about this Rutgers basketball team. The Scarlet Knights are way better than their preseason projections of finishing 17th in the 18-team Big Ten. Advertisement On Sunday, they dominated a talented St. John’s squad in the first half before falling 104-99 in a quadruple-overtime marathon …

There may not be a men’s basketball team in the country that has as wide-ranging expectations as the St. John’s Red Storm. As things currently stand, the team has everyone on its roster available to play. That includes Keyshawn Hall and Reed Bailey, who are seeking a fifth year of eligibility, and international prospect Babacar Sane, who has a hearing …

Kansas opened its preseason slate with a victory over Pittsburg State during Late Night in the Phog. It was a different format than past Late Night events when the Jayhawks would typically compete in an intrasquad scrimmage amongst themselves. It was good to see KU players competing together on this new-look roster, but at the end of the day, it …

Sunday night will be the second time we see the North Carolina Tar Heels take the court under newly hired head coach Michael Malone. This is a monumental opportunity for the Tar Heels to build on their strengths and address some of the shortcomings that emerged in their dominant win over USC. With that in mind, here are stat line …

Illinois’ offense picked up where it left off last season, scoring over 100 points to beat Cincinnati in its first exhibition match of the year. Despite missing David Mirkovic, arguably Illinois’ best player, the team still managed to score with ease. Andrej Stojakovic led the way with 24 points, shooting 8-for-15 from the floor. The senior stuck with his strengths, …

There’s plenty to like from UNC’s first preseason basketball game. In the first game of head coach Michael Malone’s collegiate coaching career, North Carolina utilized a balanced scoring attack and second-half defense en route to a 88-70, come-from-behind win vs USC. The Tar Heels continue their 3-game preseason slate this coming weekend, traveling to the Midwest for a 5 p.m. …

TCU basketball gave its fans plenty of reasons for optimism Saturday afternoon, showcasing an impressive perimeter attack and balanced scoring in an 89-76 exhibition victory over Wyoming. Brock Harding couldn’t miss, Gavin Sykes provided instant offense off the bench, and the Horned Frogs controlled the glass in an encouraging performance ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. Advertisement MORE: TCU …

It’s a new year for the USC Trojans. After a quick start in 2025-26 that included a Maui Invitational title, the Trojans stumbled to an 18-14 season, with a 7-13 Big Ten record. Injuries, including to star freshman Alijah Arenas, and the mid-season dismissal of Chad Baker-Mazura certainly didn’t help the team’s cause last season. Now, with a healthy Arenas, …

Indiana basketball continues its preseason exhibition slate Sunday when the Hoosiers face North Carolina at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Hoosiers opened exhibition play with a convincing 96-68 victory over Butler last Sunday at Hinkle Fieldhouse. This Sunday presents another opportunity for second-year Indiana coach Darian DeVries to evaluate his revamped roster against a North Carolina program entering a new …

CINCINNATI, OHIO – OCTOBER 17: Andrej Stojaković #2 of the Illinois Fighting Illini dribbles the ball while being guarded by Tylen Riley #10 of the Cincinnati Bearcats in the first half during an exhibition game at Fifth Third Arena on October 17, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images Happy Sunday, Illini fans! Here’s what …

Danny Sprinkle’s latest University of Washington basketball team came all the way to Idaho for an exhibition game and got off to an unusual start in a 109-91 exhibition loss to Boise State on Saturday night — all five Husky starters fouled out. Sprinkle went with an opening five of Nevada transfer Tayshawn Comer and Gonzaga transfer Steele Venters at …

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana basketball will serve up this weekend’s dessert Sunday, when the Hoosiers bookend a monumental IU sports weekend with an exhibition against North Carolina at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The second of three preseason games this month, the Hoosiers’ meeting with UNC might — if for brand reasons alone — be the one most alluring to fans. After …

Illinois basketball was on the court on Saturday, and we were able to start things off on the right foot. The Illini went into Cincinnati and put up triple digits, beating the Bearcats 105-96. This was a good start to what should be a great season. Advertisement With any exhibition game come some truths and lies from what we see …

The Iowa State Cyclones will start the 2026-27 men’s college basketball season with an exhibition game against the Creighton Bluejays at Hilton Coliseum. Entering Year 6 under head coach T.J. Otzelberger, the Cyclones have turned into one of the most productive programs in the country. They have made the NCAA tournament in all five years, advancing to the Sweet 16 …

The Purdue Boilermakers host the Ball State Cardinals in men’s basketball exhibition game on Sunday, Oct. 18. The Boilermakers have lost three four-year stalwarts from their Elite Eight squad, but five contributors remain, along with an influx of newcomers. Coach Matt Painter is entering his 21st season. Advertisement The Cardinals are starting over under first-year coach Chris Capko, who most …

The Indiana Hoosiers play the North Carolina Tar Heels in a college basketball exhibition at 5 p.m. ET Sunday, Oct. 18. Darian DeVries is entering his second season as IU coach. The Hoosiers went 18-14 last season and narrowly missed the NCAA Tournament. Advertisement Michael Malone is in his first season leading the Tar Heels, who went 24-9 last season, …

The St. John’s Red Storm had a lot of reasons to be happy after their first preseason game of the year against the Drexel Dragons at Carnesecca Arena, in which they came away with an 81-52 victory. First and foremost, the Red Storm had their entire roster available to play. Kyle Cuffe Jr. was the only player not to participate …

Illinois basketball is finally back despite many fans missing the action due to the game not being televised anywhere. The Illini trotted out many similar faces, sans David Mirkovic. Mirkovic is out for a little while after surgery, but he should be back by the start of the season. Advertisement What this exhibition enables is for Brad Underwood to get …

Kansas kicked off its preseason last night with an 18-point win over Division II opponent Pittsburg State. While there were some ugly moments as there are in every exhibition, it was the first look Jayhawk fans received at many of the key newcomers. Overall, head coach Bill Self didn’t come away very impressed with his team’s performance. He knows there …

SPOKANE, WASHINGTON – MARCH 24: Miles Byrd #21 of the San Diego State Aztecs blocks a shot against Bez Mbeng #2 of the Yale Bulldogs during the first half in the second round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena on March 24, 2024 in Spokane, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) Getty SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA …

1 / 27 UC basketball plays Ohio State at Lindner Family Tennis Center Cincinnati Bearcats forward Riley Allenspach (35) blocks Ohio State Buckeyes guard Justin Pippen (10) in the first half of the CareSource Invitational exhibition game between the Cincinnati Bearcats and the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. The …

FAEYTTEVILLE – With this being the third season under hall of fame coach John Calipari, the stakes are extremely high for an Arkansas basketball team loaded with talent top top bottom. This is without a doubt, at least on paper, the deepest team he has assembled in quite a number of years. There is one hole that is worth questioning …

Nebraska basketball dropped its second straight exhibition game Friday night. After falling 79-74 to Saint Louis a week ago, the Huskers suffered an 11-point loss to BYU in Provo, Utah. While exhibition games don’t count, there are still reasons for concern but still plenty of time to work out the kinks before the regular season begins in early November. Here …

A year ago, BYU dropped a 90-89 heartbreaker to Nebraska in an exhibition in Lincoln. On Friday night, the Cougars flipped the script, using a dominant second half (44 points to Nebraska’s 29) to pull away for a 72-61 win against the Cornhuskers. The night was full of long-awaited debuts. Nate Pickens finally suited up for BYU after missing all …