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Paige Bueckers as WNBA MVP, UConn goes undefeated and more 2026 women's basketball predictions
It's 2026 and women's basketball is at a critical moment in the sport's history. The WNBA and the league's players union are steeped in a tense labor negotiation, Unrivaled is looking to build on its debut campaign while a new entity, Project B…
What is the AP college basketball poll? How does it work?
After a long sports-packed weekend, fans eagerly await the latest Associated Press Top 25 college basketball poll on Monday afternoons. With the success of the AP college football poll in the mid-1930s, the AP released its first men's basketball…
Men's college basketball betting: Three teams stand out as best values to win it all
The calendar has flipped to 2026, conference play is here and sights of an NCAA champion are on the rise. Every week continues to provide more insight into which teams are trustworthy and which aren't, as tougher nonconference schedules and early…
Ohio vs. UMass prediction, odds: 2026 college basketball picks, best bets
The UMass Minutemen will try to pick up their first MAC win on Tuesday as they travel to take on the Ohio Bobcats. UMass is in its first season in the MAC and has started conference play 0-3 with an overall record of 9-6. Ohio, meanwhile, is 8-7…
Utah State vs. Air Force prediction, picks: Men's college basketball odds, best bets Tuesday
With conference season in full swing, college basketball bettors must transition their handicapping to the grind of familiar opponents, rather than the frequent one-sided non-conference matchups. There is also a certain rhythm to conference play…
Mikel Brown Jr. Crowned 2025 Male Basketball Athlete of the Year
Mikel Brown Jr. has been named the 2025 Male Athlete of the Year by USA Basketball, marking a milestone in his rapidly ascending career. Known for his exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication on the court, Brown Jr. has emerged as a standout…
ENES KANTER FREEDOM: I came here for my basketball dream. I stay for freedom and the American dream
At a time when principles are tested and passions run high, we have to return to the heart of what America stands for. It's not just about who raises a flag, but who upholds the values of generosity, unity and a shared future. In the end, the…
Bubba Palacol turning heads with EvCC men's basketball
EVERETT - Plenty of sounds filled the Walt Price Student Fitness Center as the Everett Community College men's basketball team began its practice on Dec. 31 with full-court layup lines. When the ball wasn't in his hands, redshirt freshman Hunter…
How to Watch USC Trojans vs. Oregon Ducks Basketball: Preview, Prediction
The No. 21 USC Trojans women's basketball team returns home searching for a response. After a humbling 34-point loss to UCLA, USC faces Oregon Ducks on Tuesday night with a chance to reset its Big Ten trajectory back at home where they are 7-1 this…
The State of Vanderbilt Basketball: The Anchor
Remarkable times are currently going on in Nashville after the first weekend of SEC conference play in both men's and women's college basketball. Vanderbilt men's basketball opened SEC play with a road win against South Carolina without its leading…
Unrivaled President Lauds Paige Bueckers as 'Culture-Setter' for Women's Basketball
The second season of the Unrivaled women's basketball league kicked off Monday, with all eight teams in action. A freshly expanded 54-player pool features some notable new faces, from veterans Kelsey Plum and Kelsey Mitchell to rookies Sonia Citron…
Chicago basketball report: Bulls bemoan Bears playoff timing - and Illini women get an upset (and a loss)
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In this week's Chicago Basketball Report, the Chicago Bulls don't love the timing of the Bears playoff game — and the Illini women just missed the Associated Press Top 25 after their upset of…
Adjaye Associates creates a pavilion-like basketball court for Detroit
A historic 22-acre makeover along the Detroit Riverfront, the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park redefines the city's relationship with its waterfront. The location, which was formerly an abandoned industrial site, has been transformed into a…
Michigan State Basketball Falls in AP Poll after loss
Michigan State basketball is coming off a two-point loss to the then No. 12 Nebraska Cornhuskers, falling 58–56 on the road. The Spartans committed a season-high 19 turnovers, including 10 in the first half, which ultimately proved to be the…
Warrenton community rallies behind basketball player Joe Greene after brain surgery
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