Basketball news from around the world
The 2026-27 fantasy basketball season arrives with a new set of offseason changes to track. Jim McCormick outlines the key updates and context managers need before drafts begin.
Jarvis Hayes Jr., a 6-foot-5 shooting guard in the Class of 2027, has committed to Georgia. He is ranked No. 22 in the SC Next 100 and No. 4 nationally at his position.
Ariel Hukporti exited early in the 76ers’ preseason opener against the Knicks after sustaining a right leg injury. The backup center left the game just five minutes into Monday’s contest.
The NBA is using select preseason games to experiment with smart basketballs and wrist wearables for officials. The initiative is designed to gather data related to the league’s review process.
Hornets guard Coby White will miss the rest of the preseason after sustaining a left calf strain during training camp. The team announced the update Monday as it continues preparations for the regular season.
Max Strus has suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot. The Clippers wing is set to be reevaluated in four weeks.
Kansas State has resolved its dispute with former men’s basketball coach Jerome Tang through a settlement that includes a $12 million payment. The agreement brings closure to the matter between the university and its former coach.
North Carolina basketball legend Michael Jordan has committed $10 million to the UNC School of Social Work. The gift honors his mother, Deloris P. Jordan.
Eric Karabell identifies several fantasy basketball players who may be overvalued at their current average draft positions. The list includes notable names such as Kawhi Leonard and Lonzo Ball as managers prepare for upcoming drafts.
Karl-Anthony Towns indicated that a new contract extension with the Knicks is unlikely to be completed before the regular season begins. His comments put the focus on his contract status as New York prepares for the start of its campaign.
The Protect College Sports Act has cleared the Senate, but its path to becoming law remains unfinished. One of the most significant challenges ahead is time, as the measure must still navigate the remaining steps in the legislative process.
LeBron James’ first training camp with Philadelphia featured early work on the floor, team-building moments and efforts to establish a shared direction. The opening stretch offered a first look at how the 76ers are beginning to shape their approach around their new star.
LSU has landed a major commitment in the 2027 recruiting class, with five-star guard King Gibson choosing the Tigers. Gibson, ranked No. 13 in the class, picked LSU over Arkansas, Louisville and Providence.
Melvin Council Jr. has returned to Kansas after receiving a preliminary injunction from a New York state court. The ruling allows him to play a seventh college basketball season, the school announced Sunday.
Jalen Duren said he is relieved and excited to be back with the Detroit Pistons after a lengthy negotiation process. The big man described Detroit as “home” as he prepares to continue with the franchise.
Tobias Harris sustained a calf strain during training camp and will miss the preseason. The Spurs forward is considered questionable for the Oct. 20 season opener against Oklahoma City.
Five-star wing Jordan Page committed to UConn men's basketball on Sunday. His decision gives the Huskies two ESPN five-star prospects in the same recruiting class for the first time in at least 20 years.
Ziaire Williams made a memorable off-court move by proposing to his girlfriend during a Bruno Mars show in Inglewood. The moment took place during the singer’s second of five scheduled performances at the venue.
The Miami Heat are partnering with Rockstar Games for a promotional event tied to the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI. The event is scheduled for the night before the game’s Nov. 19 release date.
The Portland Trail Blazers hired and then dismissed Braiden Bell as their play-by-play announcer on the same day. The decision came after inappropriate social media posts from 2012-13, when Bell was a teenager, surfaced.
The Memphis Grizzlies have waived guard Jordan Hawkins, ending his brief stint with the franchise. The move allows the 2023 lottery pick to enter free agency and seek a new opportunity.
Fans turned out in large numbers Saturday to watch LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 76ers take part in a scrimmage. Lines stretched more than 10 deep as supporters gathered for an early look at the team.
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With training camps opening for the league’s 30 current teams, attention remains on the NBA’s long-discussed expansion plans. The status of potential 31st and 32nd franchises, including markets such as Las Vegas and Seattle, remains a key league storyline.
Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to remain with the Detroit Pistons. The deal was reached before Thursday night’s deadline for the All-NBA center to accept a one-year qualifying offer.
Sixty-eight schools either reached or came within 5% of the $20.5 million revenue-sharing limit during the first season of NIL payments. The figure highlights how quickly athletic departments moved toward the new cap under the evolving college sports compensation model.
Luke Paul, a 17-year-old point guard from Australia, has committed to Duke University for the 2027-28 season. Paul is regarded as a projected lottery pick in the 2028 NBA Draft.
Sixers coach Nick Nurse said he views LeBron James as a major offensive creator. Nurse emphasized James’ ability to set the table for the team’s attack this season.
Florida guard Denzel Aberdeen said he believes it is “fair” that he has been granted a fifth year of eligibility. The decision allows him to continue his college basketball career with the Gators.
Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, a top-60 recruit in the 2027 class, has committed to SMU. He is the son of NBA Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon.
