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30th April 2026
23rd April 2026
Murauskas to join ex-Saint Mary's coach at ASU
Paulius Murauskas' former coach at Saint Mary's recently joined Arizona State, and the 6-foot-8 forward said Wednesday that he was following.
Men's Bracketology: Florida debuts as No. 1 overall seed for 2026-27
The Gators return their leading scorer to top the first forecasted field for next season's NCAA tournament.
22nd April 2026
Trump repeats call for college sports regulations
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...
Duke lands Blackwell, top guard in transfer portal
Duke landed top guard transfer John Blackwell, adding a high-level, veteran scorer to a retooling Blue Devils team.
Kentucky governor blasts decision-making at UK
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.
Haugh returning to Florida; NCAA loss 'lit a fire'
Thomas Haugh is expected to be one of the highest-paid players in college basketball, after his decision to return to Florida for his senior season.
21st April 2026
Teen dies, Coach K's grandson charged with DWI
Joseph Savarino, a grandson of retired coach Mike Krzyzewski, was charged with misdemeanor driving while impaired in connection with a collision that killed a 15-year-old bicyclist.
SJU lands transfer Freeman over UK, sources say
Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN on Monday, with the Red Storm beating out Kentucky for the talented forward.
UConn's Ball (wrist) to miss all of next season
UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.
Florida center Chinyelu to test NBA draft waters
Florida center Rueben Chinyelu, ranked No. 57 on ESPN's big board, is entering the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility.
Ackerman, Big East leader post-exodus, retiring
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
Duke center Ngongba returning for next season
Duke starting center Patrick Ngongba II is returning to the Blue Devils next season.
Men's college basketball buzz: State of blue blood rebuilds
North Carolina awaits a decision from Henri Veesaar while Kansas and Kentucky vie for the No. 1 recruit.
20th April 2026
Maryland's Okananwa leads Nigeria roster to face WNBA teams
Maryland Terrapins star Oluchi Okananwa is top of the list on the Nigeria women's basketball team, as they named a 21-player training camp roster ahead of a series of friendlies against WNBA opposition.
19th April 2026
Mullins, projected 1st-round pick, to stay at UConn
UConn's Braylon Mullins, who was ranked No. 17 on ESPN's NBA draft big board, will look to boost his stock with a second season in Storrs.
18th April 2026
No. 2 scorer Stojakovic returns to loaded Illinois
Andrej Stojakovic is returning to an Illinois team that will bring back five of its top seven scorers from a group that reached the Final Four.
N. Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader Nov. 1 in Rome to open the season.
17th April 2026
K. Mingo joins Baylor amid brother's recruitment
Guard Kayden Mingo is transferring to Baylor after a strong freshman season at Penn State in a move that could play a role in the recruitment of his brother, five-star prospect Dylan Mingo.
Tiller follows Bidunga out the door at Kansas
Bryson Tiller is leaving Kansas for bitter rival Missouri after a promising and productive freshman season with the Jayhawks.
16th April 2026
Florida forward Condon to return for senior year
Florida forward Alex Condon, the No. 30 prospect in ESPN's Top 100, will return for his senior year, he told ESPN on Wednesday.
Top PG Wright boosts BYU, returns from portal
The return of point guard Robert Wright III will give BYU a boost as it prepares to lose two of its top players.
Men's transfer buzz: How Final Four teams are reloading
Who's leaving, who's staying, and who's coming? Let's take a look at 2026's last teams standing.
15th April 2026
Wilkinson to leave UGA for Arkansas, sources say
Georgia transfer Jeremiah Wilkinson, one of the best scorers in the transfer portal, committed to Arkansas on Tuesday night, sources told ESPN, choosing the Razorbacks over programs including Kentucky, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and LSU.
Sources: Darling hits portal after St. John's run
Dylan Darling, the NCAA tournament hero for St. John's, entered the transfer portal Tuesday, sources told ESPN, hours after the Red Storm landed highly touted European point guard Quinn Ellis.
14th April 2026
How five-star Christian Collins fits at USC, more 2026 commitment projections
Breaking down top class of 2026 commitments, including the Trojans' third McDonald's All-American.
Wilson makes it official, leaving Heels for draft
Star UNC freshman Caleb Wilson is headed to the NBA draft after what he called "the most fun year of my life" playing for the Tar Heels.
Five-star guard Mingo decommits from Tar Heels
Five-star guard Dylan Mingo is reopening his recruitment after committing to North Carolina in February, becoming the best available guard in the senior class.
Vitale to 'keep fighting' after melanoma diagnosis
ESPN Hall of Fame broadcaster Dick Vitale has announced he has melanoma in his lung and liver cavity and will be starting immunotherapy soon.
Sandfort puts off NBA, will return to Nebraska
Forward Pryce Sandfort, the 3-point shooting specialist who helped lead Nebraska to its first NCAA Tournament win and a Sweet 16 appearance, will return to the Cornhuskers next season, the school announced on Monday, after he considered the NBA Draft.
Sources: Malone's UNC lands transfer Avdalas
Virginia Tech transfer Neoklis Avdalas has committed to North Carolina, sources told ESPN, giving new coach Michael Malone his first big addition with the Tar Heels.
13th April 2026
Wisconsin AD McIntosh leaving for Big Ten role
Wisconsin athletics director Chris McIntosh is leaving the school to become the Big Ten's deputy commissioner for strategy.
Transfer guard Vaaks chooses Illinois, agents say
Transfer guard Stefan Vaaks, one of the surprise freshmen in college basketball this season who starred at Providence, has committed to Illinois, his agents at Excel Sports Management told ESPN on Sunday afternoon.
Iowa State's Momcilovic entering NBA draft, portal
Iowa State star forward Milan Momcilovic is entering the NBA draft and the transfer portal, he announced Sunday.
Sources: L'ville lands transfers Bidunga, Shelstad
Louisville received commitments from former Kansas big-man Flory Bidunga and former Oregon guard Jackson Shelstad, sources told ESPN on Sunday.
12th April 2026
Illinois star guard Wagler to declare for NBA draft
Illinois freshman guard Keaton Wagler will declare for the NBA draft, his agency ProMondo Sports told ESPN.
Houston lands Thomas, Gillespie out of portal
Kelvin Sampson's Houston Cougars landed a pair of top-60 transfers on Saturday with commitments from Dedan Thomas Jr. (LSU) and Delrecco Gillespie (Kent State).
May agrees to new deal, Michigan AD Manuel says
Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed to a new deal that will have him continuing to lead the Wolverines "for many years to come," athletic director Warde Manuel said Saturday.
Sources: Star guard Pettiford returning to Auburn
Auburn star guard Tahaad Pettiford plans to return to the Tigers for his junior season, sources told ESPN.
Longhorns land Buffs freshman transfer Johnson
Colorado freshman transfer Isaiah Johnson, one of the best guards in the portal, has committed to Texas. He averaged 16.9 points and 3.0 assists this season.
Texas A&M adds star scorer Haggerty via portal
Kansas State transfer P.J. Haggerty, one of the most prolific scorers in college basketball, has committed to Texas A&M.
11th April 2026
UC Santa Barbara set to join WCC in 2027-28
UC Santa Barbara will join the West Coast Conference for the 2027-28 season, increasing the membership in the league to 12 teams.
MSU's Fears opts for NBA draft, will keep eligibility
Jeremy Fears, who led Michigan State in scoring and the nation in assists per game, will declare for the NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility, he announced on Friday.
UK's Aberdeen to rejoin Florida if waiver granted
Former Kentucky guard Denzel Aberdeen, who began his college basketball career at Florida, is aiming to play for the Gators again next season if he can secure an NCAA waiver for another year of eligibility.
Source: UConn's Reibe enters transfer portal
UConn freshman Eric Reibe, a rotation player on the Huskies' Final Four team, entered the transfer portal, source told ESPN on Friday.
Cal's Pippen back to B1G, commits to Ohio State
Cal sophomore guard Justin Pippen, who spent his freshman year at Michigan before heading to Berkley, is transferring to Ohio State, his agents at WME Basketball told ESPN.
10th April 2026
Pate commits to PC after big season in G League
Providence and new coach Bryan Hodgson scored two big pickups Thursday in G League star Dink Pate and reigning MWC Defensive Player of the Year Miles Byrd.
Final Four MOP Cadeau to return to Wolverines
Fresh off being named the Most Outstanding Player at the Final Four, star point guard Elliot Cadeau told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Thursday that he will return for his senior season at Michigan.
Big Ten pockets $69.4M in NCAA tourney revenue
The Big Ten amassed $69.4 million from NCAA distributions that will be paid for appearances and performances in the 2026 men's and women's basketball tournaments.
Michigan lands coveted Vols transfer Estrella
Tennessee's J.P. Estrella, a 6-foot-11 redshirt sophomore transfer, told ESPN he committed to Michigan, giving the Wolverines their first portal player since winning the national title Monday.
Stanford star freshman Okorie declares for draft
Stanford star guard Ebuka Okorie will enter the NBA draft after leading the ACC in scoring as a freshman.
Ranking every men's NCAA tournament champion since 2000
How do the 2026 Michigan Wolverines stack up against this century's champions?.
9th April 2026
NC State men recount trainer's alleged sexual abuse
Lawsuit plaintiffs said they sought help but were subjected to unwanted genital touching or other misconduct.
Reports: NCAA to discuss 5-year eligibility model
An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process, sources said Wednesday.
Kiyan Anthony returning to Cuse for second year
Kiyan Anthony is returning to Syracuse for his sophomore season, he announced Wednesday.
Michigan's title win most watched final since 2019
Michigan's national title win over Connecticut on Monday night averaged 18.3 million viewers on TBS, TNT, truTV and HBO Max, according to Nielsen.
Dickie V's Dazzling Dozen: Players, performances, coaches that defined the season
Dick Vitale hands out superlatives for a season that had everything, from Diaper Dandies to Prime-Time Performers.
Sources: BYU G Wright planning to enter portal
BYU guard Robert Wright III is planning to enter the transfer portal, sources confirmed to ESPN.
8th April 2026
NBA vet Malone sees 'special' opportunity at UNC
New Tar Heels coach Michael Malone called North Carolina the only college job he would've accepted, saying he recognizes he has a "chance to be a part of something special" there.
Men's transfer rankings: The top 100 players in the portal right now
The 100 best players who have entered the transfer portal -- and in a few cases already committed elsewhere.
U-M toasts title with fans: 'This trophy is yours'
Michigan's men's basketball team returned to campus as national champions Tuesday, and coach Dusty May told dozens of fans who greeted them at the Crisler Center that "this trophy is yours.".
Michigan's championship punctuated Dusty May's homecoming in a full family affair
Just two seasons after arriving in Ann Arbor, May returned to his home state of Indiana to cut down the nets.
SC Next Top 25: The best high school boys' basketball teams in 2025-26
Bella Vista (Ariz.) ends the season at No. 1 after winning the championship at Chipotle Nationals.
Wolverines top last 2025-26 AP men's hoops poll
Men's national champion Michigan topped the final Associated Press Top 25 college basketball poll of the season, while UConn came in second, followed by Arizona, Duke and Illinois to round out the top five.
Sources: UNC's Malone top five in coaches' salary
North Carolina is making new head coach Michael Malone the second-highest-paid coach in college basketball, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Louisville's Brown Jr. to declare for NBA draft
Louisville freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. says he will enter the NBA draft after averaging 18.2 points, 4.7 assists and 3.3 rebounds in 21 games in his freshman year for the Cardinals.
Duke faves, Michigan next in '27 hoops title odds
Duke is favored to win the 2027 men's basketball national championship, according to bookmakers, with newly crowned '26 champion Michigan second in next year's title odds.
Men's transfer portal: Tracking who's on the move, commitments
The latest news and updates for players entering -- and exiting -- the transfer portal for the 2026-27 season.
7th April 2026
Hurley, Karaban reflective after UConn bows out
In their last game together, UConn coach Dan Hurley and Huskies star Alex Karaban saw a bid for a third national title in four years come to an end at the hands of the Michigan Wolverines, who produced a 69-63 victory at Lucas Oil Stadium on Monday night.
'I started to love basketball again': How Michigan built a champion on fun and freedom
In the year of the freshman, Dusty May led a band of transfers and upperclassmen to a national title.
Michigan hits 'ultimate target,' wins NCAA title
Michigan won its second national title by becoming the first team since 2009 to beat UConn in the Sweet 16 or later.
???? Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings for 2026-27
The 2026 champion is crowned. We're rolling right into ranking next season's best teams -- with a few new rules.
The 7-foot-4 fan in Michigan's student section? Boban Marjanović
The 7-foot-4 former NBA center posted up among the Michigan faithful during the men's national championship game on Monday.
Oklahoma hires Clemson's McKay as hoops GM
Oklahoma has hired Lucas McKay as its first men's basketball general manager. McKay had served in the same role at Clemson.
NC State freshman Able to enter draft, portal
NC State freshman Matt Able, who averaged 8.8 points this season, is putting his name into the NBA draft while also entering the transfer portal, he told ESPN.
Sources: UNC to hire Malone as new hoops coach
North Carolina intends to hire former longtime NBA coach Michael Malone as the school's next basketball coach, sources told ESPN.
Michael Malone to UNC?! How it happened, next steps for Tar Heels
What should Malone's top priorities be? Here are the biggest questions about the next chapter in Chapel Hill.
Badgers' Blackwell to hit portal, test draft process
Wisconsin star guard John Blackwell plans to enter the transfer portal while going through the NBA draft process, he told ESPN on Monday.
Your NCAA championship guide: Michigan vs. UConn predictions, keys to winning
Who will cut down the nets in Indy? Here are the players who need to step up, potential fatal flaws and more.
Moments of Madness: Revisiting the defining moments of March Madness
Relive the best moments of March Madness through the lenses of photographers courtside.
6th April 2026
Huff has 38 as WVU tops Oklahoma for CBC title
West Virginia beat Oklahoma 89-82 in overtime on Sunday to win the College Basketball Crown Tournament championship.
Auburn beats Tulsa in OT for 1st NIT championship
Auburn took advantage of a late 5-second violation in regulation to beat Tulsa 92-86 in overtime on Sunday night and win its first NIT championship.
Ball appears good to go for UConn in title game
UConn guard Solo Ball, who is dealing with a foot injury, was not listed on the initial player availability report released Sunday.
'The moment it feels real': How 'One Shining Moment' became college hoops legend
The most iconic highlight reel in sports started in a Michigan bar 40 years ago -- and was almost an NFL anthem.
Buzzer beater gives Mary Washington D-III title
Colin Mitchell scored on a putback at the buzzer, and Mary Washington withstood an Emory rally for a 75-73 victory on Sunday in Indianapolis to win its first Division III championship, as the title-winning Eagles concluded their season with a 30-3 record.
Sources: Michigan's May not pursuing other jobs
Michigan coach Dusty May informed university officials that he's not pursuing any college basketball jobs, sources told ESPN on Sunday.
Gannon blows out Lander to win first Div. II title
Pace Prosser totaled 28 points and 11 rebounds, and Gannon beat Lander 84-61 on Sunday to win the Division II championship.
Cam Boozer got facial fractures in loss to UConn
Duke's Cameron Boozer, a projected top-five pick in the 2026 NBA draft, said he suffered multiple fractures around one of his eyes during his team's loss to UConn in the Elite Eight.
Bama makes Oats among 5 highest-paid coaches
Alabama coach Nate Oats has signed a new contract that will make him one of the five highest-paid college basketball coaches in the country.
U-M's Lendeborg 'absolutely' to play vs. UConn
Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg said Sunday he "absolutely" plans to play in the national title game against UConn on Monday night, and when the player availability report was posted by the NCAA later in the day, he was not listed by the Wolverines.
UConn's Ball uncertain for title game due to foot
UConn guard Solo Ball has a foot injury and will not practice as the Huskies prepare to face Michigan in the men's NCAA championship game.
5th April 2026
Lendeborg hobbled, vows to play for U-M in final
Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg suffered a left MCL sprain and left ankle sprain in Saturday's win over Arizona, but team trainer Chris Williams told ESPN he is "very confident" the forward will play in Monday's title game.
Five-star '26 prospect McCoy commits to Michigan
Five-star senior Brandon McCoy Jr., one of the top five point guards in the 2026 class, committed to Michigan while the Wolverines were playing in the Final Four.
U-M advances with historic beatdown of Arizona
Michigan's 18-point margin of victory over Arizona is tied for the largest in an NCAA men's tournament game between 1-seeds since 1979.
F-bombs, herky jerks and the Final Straw: Every Dan Hurley reaction from the Final Four
What's it like watching Dan Hurley lead UConn to the title game? In a word: exhausting.
Illinois rues misses after another Final Four loss
Illinois added another hard-luck loss in the Final Four, as an uncharacteristic performance from its offense sunk its hopes vs. UConn.
UConn tops Illini, makes 3rd title game in 4 years
UConn defeated Illinois in the Final Four to advance to its third national championship game in the past four years.
Welcome to Mullins Drive: How a small Indiana town is embracing its new March legend
The UConn freshman inked his name in Indiana basketball history. His hometown added it to street signs, too.
How Michigan, UConn won Saturday's Final Four -- and keys to Monday's title game
ESPN's college basketball crew breaks down what they saw in Indianapolis -- and what could decide the championship.
4th April 2026
NCAA prez disputes Geno: 2-site format is working
NCAA president Charlie Baker, responding to UConn coach Geno Auriemma's criticism of the two-site regional format, said it's "pretty hard to argue" against it considering the rise in attendance, viewership and ticket sales.