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Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not play Thursday night against the LA Clippers. San Antonio listed him out due to right ankle injury management.
The Washington Wizards issued an apology after an April Fools’ in-arena segment made it appear a fan had been tricked into thinking he won $10,000 for a half-court shot. The team said the moment was fully scripted but acknowledged it “missed the mark.”
Detroit Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will remain sidelined for at least another week. Cunningham is continuing to recover from a collapsed lung.
North Carolina isn’t in the men’s Final Four, but the program’s presence is still being felt as the sport’s biggest stage unfolds. With the Tar Heels searching for their next head coach, the weekend has taken on a distinct Carolina blue backdrop.
Arizona is back in the national semifinals for the first time in 25 years. As the Wildcats chase a historic finish, the program is emphasizing staying present through its Final Four run.
At the Intuit Dome, the Clippers’ “Wall” is designed to do more than cheer — it’s built to disrupt. The section turns fans into active participants, applying constant pressure that opponents can’t ignore.
Siena has hired Nevada Smith as its next head coach. Smith joins the Saints after spending the past five seasons on Shaka Smart’s staff at Marquette.
The men’s Final Four is set with Illinois facing UConn and Arizona meeting Michigan for spots in the national championship game. Here’s a concise look at what each team must do to advance — and the issues that could derail them.
As draft boards take shape, front offices are weighing competing priorities at the top of the class. Conversations around Peterson vs. Dybantsa and the battle for the No. 5 slot highlight how teams are balancing fit, versatility and production.
Questions around Kawhi Leonard’s contract and the LA Clippers organization remain under review as the NBA continues its investigation. Here’s what’s known about the allegations, how league insiders are viewing the situation, and where the process currently stands.
Victor Wembanyama delivered a dominant 41-point, 18-rebound performance in a runaway Spurs win. After the game, the San Antonio center made clear the MVP award remains a primary target.
Rapper J. Cole has agreed to a contract to play professional basketball in China. He is set to join the Nanjing Monkey Kings of the Chinese Basketball Association, according to sources.
Boston delivered a historic opening burst Wednesday night, hanging 53 points in the first quarter. The Celtics went on to beat the Miami Heat 147-129.
The NBA fined the Portland Trail Blazers $100,000 and issued two-week suspensions to assistant general managers Mike Schmitz and Sergi Oliva. The discipline stems from illegal contact with Yang Hansen in December 2023, two years before the 7-footer from China was drafted.
Kansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self said Wednesday he is set to return for the 2026-27 season. Self reiterated his commitment to the program and his focus on competing for a national championship.
Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau is receiving medical attention for a possible allergic reaction. He is expected to meet the Wolverines in Indianapolis later Wednesday.
The NCAA Division I Cabinet is set to consider proposed changes to eligibility rules. Among them is a measure that would prevent athletes who enter and remain in a professional sports draft from competing in college.
Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo said he had serious discussions with Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia about Phoenix’s head coaching vacancy last summer. The Suns ultimately filled the position by hiring Jordan Ott.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday in Arkansas. The charges include speeding and possession of a controlled substance.
Kyle Green is returning to Northern Iowa to lead the Panthers as head men’s basketball coach. Green, a three-time UNI assistant, comes back after five seasons on Iowa State’s staff.
John Andrzejek has stepped down as Campbell’s men’s basketball coach, citing a shift in the school’s priorities. He is set to join Louisville following his departure.
A starter-by-starter look at the men’s Final Four includes representation from Arizona, Michigan, UConn and Illinois in the top five. One of the semifinalists places two starters among the top-ranked group.
The Big Ten’s growing grip on men’s college basketball has become harder to ignore, even if it hasn’t been matched by a national championship. A title would cement that dominance alongside the league’s football profile, but the broader momentum is already significant.
With only a handful of regular-season games remaining, this week’s NBA Power Rankings reset the league-wide pecking order. Here’s what to monitor for all 30 teams as the schedule winds down.
Luka Doncic closed March with his third consecutive 40-point performance, pushing his month-long scoring total to 600 points. His surge helped power a standout stretch for the Lakers, who went 15-2 over the month.
Draymond Green reflected on his future with Golden State as the Warriors endured another season heavily impacted by injuries. The veteran forward spoke amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding what comes next for him and the franchise.
Detroit clinched the Central Division title Tuesday night with a win over the Toronto Raptors. It marks the franchise’s first division championship since the 2007-08 season.
John Groce will take over as Charleston’s next head coach after nine years leading Akron. Groce compiled a 127-45 record with the Zips and guided the program to four NCAA tournament berths over the past five seasons.
Freshmen AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer and Darryn Acuff headline the men’s Wooden Award finalists and All-America selections. Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg and Purdue’s Braden Smith also made the cut for both lists.
