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June 12, 2025
G Zakai Zeigler denied fifth season at TennesseeG Zakai Zeigler denied fifth season at Tennessee
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G Zakai Zeigler denied fifth season at Tennessee

A Tennessee federal judge rejected Tennessee guard Zakai Zeigler's request for a preliminary injunction on Thursday after he sued the NCAA last month for a fifth year of eligibility. The injunction

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Reuters
June 11, 2025
Ex-UCLA All-American, longtime pro David Greenwood diesEx-UCLA All-American, longtime pro David Greenwood dies
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Ex-UCLA All-American, longtime pro David Greenwood dies

Former UCLA standout and longtime NBA player David Greenwood has died. He was 68. According to UCLA, Greenwood died Sunday in Riverside, Calif., after a battle with cancer. Greenwood was the No. 2

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Reuters
June 10, 2025
Study shows less online abuse of athletes during March MadnessStudy shows less online abuse of athletes during March Madness
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Study shows less online abuse of athletes during March Madness

The NCAA recently released a study that indicated a decrease in social media abuse targeting student-athletes, including from sports bettors, during March Madness. According to the study, athletes

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Reuters
June 10, 2025
NCAA panel approves addition of coaches' challengesNCAA panel approves addition of coaches' challenges
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NCAA panel approves addition of coaches' challenges

The NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel approved several proposals on Tuesday that are designed to improve the flow of men's college basketball games. Arguably the most notable change is the addition

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Reuters
June 8, 2025
Top USC scorer Desmond Claude transfers to WashingtonTop USC scorer Desmond Claude transfers to Washington
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Top USC scorer Desmond Claude transfers to Washington

Senior guard Desmond Claude, who led Southern California in scoring last season, said Sunday that he will be joining the Washington program. The 6-foot-6 Claude averaged 15.8 points, 4.2 assists and

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Reuters
June 5, 2025
BYU's Kevin Young signs contract extension after Sweet 16 runBYU's Kevin Young signs contract extension after Sweet 16 run
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BYU's Kevin Young signs contract extension after Sweet 16 run

After a stellar debut season, BYU coach Kevin Young was rewarded with a long-term contract extension, the school announced on Thursday. Details of the agreement, including length of the deal and

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Reuters
June 3, 2025
More former Indiana players allege sexual misconduct by physicianMore former Indiana players allege sexual misconduct by physician
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More former Indiana players allege sexual misconduct by physician

More than 15 former Indiana men's basketball players allege improper sexual conduct by a former team physician, and they claim that university officials -- including the late coach Bobby Knight --

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Reuters
June 3, 2025
2024 WNBA draft pick Celeste Taylor joins Grand Canyon staff2024 WNBA draft pick Celeste Taylor joins Grand Canyon staff
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2024 WNBA draft pick Celeste Taylor joins Grand Canyon staff

Celeste Taylor, the No. 15 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, is joining the coaching staff at Grand Canyon for the 2025-26 season. Taylor played collegiately at Texas and then Duke, where Grand

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Reuters
June 1, 2025
F Ven-Allen Lubin transfers to NC State, his fourth schoolF Ven-Allen Lubin transfers to NC State, his fourth school
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F Ven-Allen Lubin transfers to NC State, his fourth school

Ex-North Carolina forward Ven-Allen Lubin is heading a half-hour or so southeast on Interstate 40, committing Sunday to play at Atlantic Coast Conference rival North Carolina State in the 2025-26

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Reuters
May 30, 2025
50 prospects withdraw from NBA draft50 prospects withdraw from NBA draft
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50 prospects withdraw from NBA draft

Fifty early entry candidates withdrew from 2025 NBA Draft consideration ahead of this week's deadline, including two players returning to defending national champion Florida. In addition to forward

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Reuters
May 29, 2025
NCAA president weighing tournament expansion to 76 teamsNCAA president weighing tournament expansion to 76 teams
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NCAA president weighing tournament expansion to 76 teams

March Madness could soon become even bigger, if Charlie Baker has his way. Speaking Thursday during the Big 12 spring meetings, the NCAA president said he sees value in expanding the NCAA Tournament

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Reuters
May 28, 2025
NBA Draft announcements: Tahaad Pettiford, Otega Oweh headed back to schoolNBA Draft announcements: Tahaad Pettiford, Otega Oweh headed back to school
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NBA Draft announcements: Tahaad Pettiford, Otega Oweh headed back to school

Auburn guard Tahaad Pettiford announced on social media that he is withdrawing from the NBA draft and returning to the Tigers for his sophomore season, one of several high-profile players to make a

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Reuters
May 28, 2025
Tahaad Pettiford bypassing NBA draft, returning to AuburnTahaad Pettiford bypassing NBA draft, returning to Auburn
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Tahaad Pettiford bypassing NBA draft, returning to Auburn

Auburn guard Tahaad Pettiford announced Wednesday on social media that he is withdrawing from the NBA draft and returning to the Tigers for his sophomore season. "I'm back," Pettiford said on

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Reuters
May 28, 2025
Bill Self: Big 12 coaches support tourney expansionBill Self: Big 12 coaches support tourney expansion
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Bill Self: Big 12 coaches support tourney expansion

Men's basketball coaches in the Big 12 are in favor of expanding the NCAA Tournament, Kansas coach Bill Self told reporters Wednesday. Self said the coaches discussed the topic at the conference's

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Reuters
May 28, 2025
Report: UNC, Georgetown to begin home-and-home series in '25Report: UNC, Georgetown to begin home-and-home series in '25
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Report: UNC, Georgetown to begin home-and-home series in '25

North Carolina and Georgetown basketball will play a home-and-home series beginning in the 2025-26 season, CBS Sports reported Wednesday. The first game is expected to be played in Chapel Hill, N.C.,

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Reuters
May 27, 2025
F Alex Condon opts out of NBA draft, returns to FloridaF Alex Condon opts out of NBA draft, returns to Florida
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F Alex Condon opts out of NBA draft, returns to Florida

Forward Alex Condon, who played a key role in Florida's run to the national championship, will return for his junior season after telling ESPN on Tuesday that he is withdrawing from the 2025 NBA Draft

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Reuters
May 26, 2025
Report: Kansas State lands Memphis transfer PJ HaggertyReport: Kansas State lands Memphis transfer PJ Haggerty
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Report: Kansas State lands Memphis transfer PJ Haggerty

Memphis transfer PJ Haggerty committed to Kansas State on Monday, according to multiple reports. It will be the fourth school in four seasons for the 6-foot-3 guard, who played at TCU (2022-23) and

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Reuters
May 23, 2025
Matthew Driscoll resigns at North Florida, joins K-State staffMatthew Driscoll resigns at North Florida, joins K-State staff
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Matthew Driscoll resigns at North Florida, joins K-State staff

Matthew Driscoll resigned after 16 seasons as the head coach at North Florida to accept an associate position on Jerome Tang's staff at Kansas State. Driscoll, 60, and Tang previously worked together

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Reuters
May 22, 2025
Top international prospect Dame Sarr commits to DukeTop international prospect Dame Sarr commits to Duke
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Top international prospect Dame Sarr commits to Duke

Duke gained a commitment from Dame Sarr, the top international 2025 prospect, on Thursday, helping the Blue Devils to ease the sting of losing four of their top five scorers to the 2025 NBA Draft. The

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Reuters
May 22, 2025
Kentucky newcomer Jaland Lowe withdraws from draftKentucky newcomer Jaland Lowe withdraws from draft
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Kentucky newcomer Jaland Lowe withdraws from draft

Kentucky guard Jaland Lowe, a transfer from Pitt, has withdrawn from this summer's NBA draft. "Can't miss this opportunity," Lowe posted Thursday on X along with photos of himself in a Wildcats

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Reuters
May 21, 2025
Vols' Zakai Zeigler sues for fifth year of eligibility, citing NIL payVols' Zakai Zeigler sues for fifth year of eligibility, citing NIL pay
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Vols' Zakai Zeigler sues for fifth year of eligibility, citing NIL pay

Tennessee guard Zakai Zeigler is suing the NCAA for another year of eligibility, claiming he could lose up to $4 million in NIL money if he isn't allowed to play in 2025-26. Zeigler's lawsuit requests

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Reuters
May 21, 2025
Jacque Vaughn named assistant coach at alma mater KansasJacque Vaughn named assistant coach at alma mater Kansas
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Jacque Vaughn named assistant coach at alma mater Kansas

Former Kansas standout guard and two-time NBA head coach Jacque Vaughn is returning to Lawrence as an assistant coach. The Jayhawks announced Wednesday that Vaughn, whose No. 11 hangs in the rafters

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Reuters
May 21, 2025
Kansas State lands Bowling Green transfer Marcus JohnsonKansas State lands Bowling Green transfer Marcus Johnson
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Kansas State lands Bowling Green transfer Marcus Johnson

Former Bowling Green big man Marcus Johnson announced his commitment to Kansas State on Wednesday. The 6-foot-7 senior forward averaged 16.2 points and 5.0 rebounds in 32 starts for the Falcons in

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Reuters
May 21, 2025
Houston gives Kelvin Sampson new 4-year contractHouston gives Kelvin Sampson new 4-year contract
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Houston gives Kelvin Sampson new 4-year contract

Houston has given coach Kelvin Sampson a new four-year contract following his team's run to the championship game of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. The contract will run through the 2028-29 season, the

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Reuters
May 20, 2025
Notre Dame hires alumnus Pat Garrity as hoops GMNotre Dame hires alumnus Pat Garrity as hoops GM
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Notre Dame hires alumnus Pat Garrity as hoops GM

Notre Dame hired alumnus Pat Garrity on Tuesday to serve as general manager of the Fighting Irish men's and women's basketball teams. The dual GM role is new at Notre Dame and is believed to be only

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Reuters
May 20, 2025
Report: Darrion Williams withdraws from NBA draft, remains in portalReport: Darrion Williams withdraws from NBA draft, remains in portal
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Report: Darrion Williams withdraws from NBA draft, remains in portal

The college basketball transfer portal retained one of its marquee names with Darrion Williams reportedly withdrawing from the NBA draft. After earning First Team All-Big 12 honors as a junior at

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Reuters
May 20, 2025
Florida lands former Arkansas PG Boogie FlandFlorida lands former Arkansas PG Boogie Fland
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Florida lands former Arkansas PG Boogie Fland

Former Arkansas point guard Boogie Fland committed to reigning national champion Florida on Tuesday. Fland and his representatives, who include Florida alumnus Mike Miller, confirmed the transfer with

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Reuters
May 19, 2025
Texas Tech extends coach Grant McCasland through 2030-31Texas Tech extends coach Grant McCasland through 2030-31
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Texas Tech extends coach Grant McCasland through 2030-31

Texas Tech signed men's basketball coach Grant McCasland to a contract extension through the 2030-31 season on Monday. The contract is worth $31.5 million, the school confirmed to the Lubbock

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Reuters
May 19, 2025
Ex-Boston College G Chas Kelley transfers to Georgia TechEx-Boston College G Chas Kelley transfers to Georgia Tech
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Ex-Boston College G Chas Kelley transfers to Georgia Tech

Former Boston College guard Chas Kelley is staying in the Atlantic Coast Conference and transferring to Georgia Tech. "Let's work," Kelley wrote on social media Monday above a graphic featuring him in

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Reuters