Tag: NCAA basketball

Marcus Spears Jr. Reclassifies to 2026, Commits to Texas

Brandon King

The top-ranked player in ESPN SCNext’s Class of 2027 is headed to Austin sooner than expected. Five-star forward Marcus Spears Jr. has officially reclassified to the Class of 2026 and committed to the University of Texas, he announced Thursday to ESPN’s Paul Biancardi. The move allows Spears to join the Longhorns for the upcoming 2026-27 season rather than waiting another year.   The 6-foot-9 standout from Dynamic Prep (Texas) had been regarded as the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2027 class. Following his reclassification, he slots among the elite…

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Nikola Kusturica Reportedly Commits to UCLA on Historic $12 Million NIL Deal

Brandon King

College basketball’s recruiting landscape may have just changed once again. According to EuroHoops, Serbian basketball sensation Nikola Kusturica has committed to UCLA on a reported two-year, $12 million NIL agreement, making it one of the most lucrative name, image, and likeness deals ever reported for an incoming college basketball player. The 17-year-old FC Barcelona standout reportedly chose the Bruins over several major programs, including Kentucky, in what could become one of the biggest recruiting victories of the NIL era. Multiple outlets have echoed the report, although some recruiting insiders say…

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NCAA Officially Adopts New Age-Based Eligibility Model

Brandon King

The NCAA has approved a major change to its eligibility rules, ushering in a new era for college athletics. The Division I governance cabinet unanimously voted to adopt an age-based eligibility structure that will grant student-athletes five years to compete in five seasons, beginning either when they first enroll in college or when they turn 19 years old—whichever occurs first. The move represents one of the most significant eligibility reforms in NCAA history and is designed to create a more standardized framework across all sports. Under the previous system, athletes…

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New NCAA Eligibility Requirements Could Affect Top International Players

Brandon King

The NCAA’s proposed “5-in-5” eligibility model could dramatically reshape the future of international recruiting — and some of the world’s top basketball prospects may be the biggest casualties. Under the proposal currently being advanced by the NCAA Division I Board of Directors, athletes would receive five years of eligibility beginning after either their 19th birthday or high school graduation, whichever comes first.   That sounds simple on the surface, but it creates a potentially massive issue for international players who often spend multiple years competing professionally overseas before entering the…

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Tennessee State’s Historic Run Ends in Blowout Loss to Iowa State

Brandon King

Tennessee State’s long-awaited return to the NCAA Tournament proved to be a harsh reality check. Back in the Big Dance for the first time in 32 years, the Tigers were overwhelmed by Iowa State in a 108-74 loss that brought their historic season to a close. From the outset, the Cyclones imposed their will with size, strength, and relentless pressure on both ends of the floor. Iowa State dominated the glass 43-29 and stifled Tennessee State from beyond the arc, holding the Tigers to just 23.8% (5-of-21) from three-point range.…

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Tennessee State Tigers earn No. 15 seed, set to face Iowa State in NCAA Tournament

Brandon King

The Tennessee State Tigers became the first team to punch its ticket to the 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament on March 7 after capturing the Ohio Valley Conference Men’s Basketball Tournament championship. On Selection Sunday>, it was revealed that Tennessee State earned the No. 15 seed in the Midwest Region and will take on the Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball, the region’s No. 2 seed, in St. Louis on Friday, March 20. The 2025–26 season has been a historic campaign for Tennessee State basketball. Under first-year head coach…

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The quest for the 2026 CAA Tournament crown begins on March 7

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Courtesy of Dylan Smith, Associate Commissioner, CAA CHAMPIONSHIP CENTRAL | TICKETS | BRACKET FLOCOLLEGE | LIVE STATS | MBB REPORT RICHMOND, Va. (March 6, 2026) – The quest for 13 teams to be “Crowned in the Capital” starts on Fridayas the 2026 Air Force CAA Men’s Basketball Tournament opens play with No. 12 North Carolina A&T (11-18, 4-14) facing No. 13 Northeastern (6-23, 2-16) at 2 p.m. at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. The five-day tournament will run its course from March 6-10. Following the inaugural CAA Tournament matchup between the Blue Hens and Seawolves, a season-finale rematch is in store between No.…

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Travis Steele fined for halftime conduct against Western Michigan

Brandon King

Miami University head basketball coach Travis Steele was fined $2,500 by the Mid-American Conference for his actions during Miami’S game against Western Michigan on Friday the conference announced Tuesday morning.  At halftime of the Miami/Western Michigan game, Steele, apparently displeased with a call and the explanation given to him by provided by game officials, stormed off the court. A courtside speaker faced Steele’s wrath as he knocked the speaker to the ground.  The speaker belonged to WMU DJ, “The most incredible DJ Chuck.” DJ Chuck said that Steele called him and…

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13 February 2026 CAA Men’s Basketball Notebook

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Courtesy of Dylan Smith, Associate Commissioner, CAA CAA TAKES ON NBA ALL-STAR 2026 North Carolina A&T and Hampton will square off at the 2026 NBA HBCU Classic during Friday night’s festivities. Tip-off from NBA All-Star 2026 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif., is slated for 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT, with Michael Grady, Danny Green and Monica McNutt on the call. The star-studded event will be a rematch of the Aggies’ and Pirates’ battle on Jan. 19, in which a 24-point, five-assist performance by Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt lifted Hampton to an 82-61 victory.…

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23 December 2025 CAA Men’s Basketball Notebook

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Courtesy of Dylan Smith, Associate Commissioner, CAA TWO TURTLE DUBS Towson utilized a 35-6 run over the final 14 minutes to cruise past Sacred Heart, 72-47, on Monday. Tyler Tejada unloaded a 22-point, six-rebound, three-assist showing in the non-conference finale, going 9-for-18 from the floor with three 3-pointers. Dylan Williamson logged 17 points and a game-high seven assists, while also hitting three treys of his own. Jack Doumbia Jr. matched Williamson’s 17 points to go with seven boards and three steals. Elon finished non-conference play with a 97-63 win over…

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