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nytimes.com - James L. Edwards III - The Knicks' offense is achieving basketball nirvana in the playoffs
The Knicks' offense is achieving basketball nirvana in the playoffs
The New York Times

NEW YORK — Think of your favorite song. Surely, there's a crisp snare following a thumping kick drum. A melody that rides over both like a wave does the ocean floor. Vocals cutting through to provide perspective to the backdrop of the track.

nytimes.com - Brendan Marks - Transfer portal avengers: College basketball teams going all in on new arrivals
Transfer portal avengers: College basketball teams going all in on new arrivals
The New York Times

Almost every college basketball program uses the transfer portal in some way. But this offseason, certain schools have really leaned into it. So much so that over a third of all high-major programs, according to CBB Analytics, have added at least…

nypost.com - Ben Bolch - A big raise is likely coming for UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close
A big raise is likely coming for UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close
New York Post

UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close received a standing ovation from Regents; a raise is next. Coach Close's $1.2M salary is a bargain after leading UCLA to its first NCAA title. Close signed a four-year deal last May for $877,500 base…

foxnews.com - Ryan Gaydos - How pro wrestling star Ben Bishop went from basketball player to 'Big Trouble in Little China'-inspired giant
How pro wrestling star Ben Bishop went from basketball player to 'Big Trouble in Little China'-inspired giant
Fox News

'Big Trouble' Ben Bishop is normally the tallest man in the room. He stands at a brooding '6-foot-12' and packs an incredible punch in the squared circle that has made him one of the top independent wrestlers on the scene today. Bishop is a former…

si.com - Matt Bagley - Oregon State Basketball Legend José Ortiz Passes Away at 62
Oregon State Basketball Legend José Ortiz Passes Away at 62
Sports Illustrated

Today, basketball fans across the globe mourn the passing of legendary big man José Ortiz - an Oregon State alum - who passed away at the age of 62. Ortiz' time in Corvallis was star-studded: he was recruited by the namesake of Oregon…

si.com - Matthew McGavic - Louisville Men's Basketball 2026-27 Roster Outlook 3.0
Louisville Men's Basketball 2026-27 Roster Outlook 3.0
Sports Illustrated

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - It's less than a week from our last update, but as we've said, it's never too often (and never too early) to analyze how the 2026-27 roster for the Louisville men's basketball program shake out. There are still a few roster spots…

si.com - University of Louisville PR - Louisville's Imari Berry, Jonneshia Pineda to Participate in USA Basketball 3X Showcase
Louisville's Imari Berry, Jonneshia Pineda to Participate in USA Basketball 3X Showcase
Sports Illustrated

Press Release from the University of Louisville: COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — University of Louisville women's basketball guard Imari Berry and associate head coach Jonneshia Pineda were selected to take part in the USA Basketball 3X…

si.com - Matt Giles - Mock Draft Puts Duke Basketball Product at Bottom of First Round
Mock Draft Puts Duke Basketball Product at Bottom of First Round
Sports Illustrated

The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft takes place on Tuesday, June 23. There's a strong possibility that 2025-26 Duke basketball teammates Cameron Boozer and Isaiah Evans both come off the board that night. But judging by recent mock drafts…

si.com - Matt Postins - Remaining Goals for OSU Cowboys Basketball After Julius Halaifonua Signing
Remaining Goals for OSU Cowboys Basketball After Julius Halaifonua Signing
Sports Illustrated

Oklahoma State made the signing of former Georgetown center Julius Halaifonua official on Monday via release. The seven-foot center committed last month, but the signing puts him official on the men's basketball roster for the 2026-27 season. Last…

si.com - Connor Mardian - Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Transfer Profile: Tyler Tejada
Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Transfer Profile: Tyler Tejada
Sports Illustrated

Last season, the Cincinnati Bearcats finished the season ranked No. 257 in the nation in points from two-pointers, finishing with just 34.1 points inside the arc per game. 6-foot-9 transfer power forward Tyler Tejada is a player brought in by…

si.com - Joshua Schulman - Why One Analyst Considers Kansas Basketball an 'Offseason Loser'
Why One Analyst Considers Kansas Basketball an 'Offseason Loser'
Sports Illustrated

The first month of the Kansas basketball offseason has been controversial among the fanbase. While Bill Self added several mid-tier transfers and top-ranked 2026 prospect Tyran Stokes, KU lost starters Flory Bidunga and Bryson Tiller in the…

si.com - Michael McDaniel - Texas Coach Sean Miller Becomes Latest to Sound Off on College Basketball Roster Spend
Texas Coach Sean Miller Becomes Latest to Sound Off on College Basketball Roster Spend
Sports Illustrated

Texas coach Sean Miller arrived in Austin and was tasked with rebuilding the Longhorns' men's basketball program and helping them reach March success. Year 1 went well for Miller & Co., as he was able to hit the ground running and prove Texas to be…

si.com - Trevor Tarr - Nebraska Announces Contract Extensions for Several Key Men's Basketball Staff Members
Nebraska Announces Contract Extensions for Several Key Men's Basketball Staff Members
Sports Illustrated

Nebraska is rewarding the group behind its most successful season in program history. After seventh-year head coach Fred Hoiberg led the Huskers to a 28-7 record and the program's first NCAA Tournament win, the Big Red signed multi-year contract…

si.com - Austin Veazey - FSU Basketball Starter Has Pre-NBA Draft Workout with New York Knicks
FSU Basketball Starter Has Pre-NBA Draft Workout with New York Knicks
Sports Illustrated

The 2025-26 college basketball season has run its course, and Florida State has already finalized its roster for next season. However, we are getting into NBA Draft season, as the lottery will be held on Sunday, then the draft will be held on June…

si.com - Jackson Langendorf - Indiana Basketball: Overrated or Underrated in Key Early 2026 Projection?
Indiana Basketball: Overrated or Underrated in Key Early 2026 Projection?
Sports Illustrated

With an ultra-stacked incoming transfer class, Indiana has turned heads this offseason. Darian DeVries and his coaching staff have put together a star-laden haul, highlighted by lead guard Markus Burton (Notre Dame) and big man Aiden Sherrell…

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