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2026-02-16 20:30:11

Michigan Tops AP Poll, Sets Up Historic Saturday Showdown

Michigan is the new No. 1 in men's college basketball, ending Arizona's nine-week reign. The Wolverines earned 60 first-place votes. Major matchups loom with No. 1 Michigan facing No. 3 Duke and No. 4 Arizona playing No. 2 Houston this Saturday. read more

2026-02-16 02:10:08

Kansas State Fires Coach Tang After Viral Rant

Kansas State is firing men's basketball coach Jerome Tang for cause after a viral rant and a 1-11 Big 12 record. The decision cites contract language about bringing public embarrassment to the university, voiding his nearly $19 million deal. read more

2026-02-16 00:50:08

Big East Suspends Powell for Brawl Role

Providence's Duncan Powell suspended three games for "combative actions" after a flagrant foul sparked a fight, leading to six ejections in a loss to St. John's. The suspension includes an automatic game plus two from the Big East. read more

2026-02-15 03:30:34

Texas Tech Stuns No. 1 Arizona in Overtime

JT Toppin scored 31 points, leading No. 16 Texas Tech to a 78-75 overtime upset over top-ranked Arizona. The Wildcats lost their second straight after a 23-0 start. Texas Tech rallied from a late deficit in regulation to secure the victory. read more

2026-02-14 22:10:05

Iowa State Stuns Kansas with Second-Half Barrage

No. 5 Iowa State defeated No. 9 Kansas 74-56, snapping the Jayhawks' eight-game winning streak. Milan Momcilovic scored 18 points, and a key second-half run secured the victory. Iowa State's defense held Kansas to 37.3% shooting. read more

2026-02-14 21:40:11

Brawl Erupts as St. Johns Tops Providence

Six players were ejected after a hard foul sparked a major on-court fracas during No. 17 St. John's 79-69 win over Providence. The 20-minute delay saw tensions flare as coaches and officials struggled to separate the teams. read more

2026-02-14 02:40:04

Top Recruit Jordan Smith Picks Arkansas Over Duke

Top-five senior guard Jordan Smith commits to Arkansas, choosing Coach Calipari over Duke. He aims to win a championship and be a one-and-done NBA pick. His commitment boosts Arkansas to a top-three recruiting class. read more

2026-02-14 01:50:09

Kansas Star Darryn Peterson Cleared for Iowa State Showdown

Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson, a projected top NBA pick, is cleared to play against Iowa State after missing a game with illness. Despite injury-plagued absences, he averages 20.5 points. KU seeks to extend its eight-game win streak. read more

2026-02-12 21:31:11

UNC Star Wilson Out with Fractured Hand

North Carolina star Caleb Wilson, a projected top-five NBA draft pick, is out indefinitely with a fractured left hand. The injury was discovered after he played through it in a loss to Miami, impacting UNC's top offense. read more

2026-02-12 16:40:14

Upsets Reshuffle Top College Basketball Rankings

A major reshuffle in men's college basketball's top five follows multiple upsets, including Kansas beating No. 1 Arizona. Michigan now leads the rankings, with Houston entering the top five after a week of significant ranked-team losses. read more

2026-02-12 07:00:41

Tang Blasts Wildcats After Embarrassing Home Loss

Kansas State coach Jerome Tang blasted his team after an embarrassing 91-62 home loss to Cincinnati. He said players "don't deserve" to wear the uniform, questioning their pride and effort in a tense postgame press conference. read more

2026-02-11 15:30:06

College Basketballs Global Roster Showdown

ESPN creates a college basketball "USA vs. World" concept, inspired by the NBA All-Star format. It features rosters of standout players eligible for Team USA or Team World based on nationality, heritage, or national team participation. read more

2026-02-11 00:50:13

Freshmen Storm Wooden Award Watch List

Duke's Cameron Boozer headlines seven freshmen on the men's Wooden Award midseason watch list. He's the favorite, joined by other top NBA prospects. Upperclassmen like Iowa State's Joshua Jefferson also contend for the prestigious college basketball honor. read more

2026-02-10 17:30:12

Ex-Pitt Players Sue Coach Over Hostile Environment

Six former University of Pittsburgh women's basketball players are suing the school and head coach Tory Verdi. They allege he created a hostile environment, psychologically abused them, and retaliated against complaints. The university denies the claims. read more

2026-02-10 09:10:09

Pitino Passes Williams in Historic Father-Son Thriller

Rick Pitino earned his 904th career win, passing Roy Williams for third in Division I history. His St. John's team beat Xavier, coached by his son Richard, in overtime. Pitino expressed more pride in his son's coaching than the milestone victory. read more

2026-02-10 05:40:05

Kansas Stuns No. 1 Arizona in Thriller

No. 9 Kansas, playing without Darryn Peterson, handed top-ranked Arizona its first loss, 82-78. Flory Bidunga's 23 points and 10 rebounds led the Jayhawks, who overcame an 11-point deficit in Allen Fieldhouse. read more

2026-02-10 02:10:13

Court Ruling Sets NCAA Eligibility Precedent

A judge denied Charles Bediako's eligibility, upholding NCAA rules barring former college players who entered the NBA draft from returning. This sets a precedent, impacting Alabama's depth and future similar cases. read more

2026-02-10 02:10:06

Judge Blocks Bediakos Alabama Comeback

A judge denied Charles Bediako's motion to play for Alabama, ending his season. The ruling upheld NCAA rules, preventing professionals from returning to college sports. This case sets a significant precedent for athlete eligibility. read more

2026-02-10 01:10:06

Court Storming Injures Duke Staffer, ACC Fines UNC

Duke coach Jon Scheyer says a staffer injured during UNC's court storming is fine, having suffered a bloody lip after being trampled. The ACC fined UNC $50,000 for the incident following Duke's last-second loss. read more

2026-02-09 20:20:08

Arizona Reigns Unbeaten in AP Poll for Ninth Week

Arizona remains the unanimous No. 1 in the AP men's college basketball poll for a ninth straight week. Houston jumped back into the top five, while Kentucky returned to the rankings. Michigan holds steady at No. 2. read more

2026-02-09 00:30:43

UNC Fined After Chaotic Court Storming Injures Duke Staff

UNC fined $50,000 by the ACC after fans stormed the court twice during the final seconds of their win over Duke. The chaotic celebration led to reported injuries and an apology from UNC's athletic director. read more

2026-02-08 16:40:06

Court-Storming Chaos Mars UNCs Dramatic Win Over Duke

North Carolina fans stormed the court after a last-second win over Duke, leading to injuries as Duke staff were reportedly punched. UNC's athletic director apologized, reigniting the debate over court-storming safety in college basketball. read more

2026-02-08 14:10:40

Willard Mocks Hecklers in DMV Return

Villanova coach Kevin Willard responded to heckling Maryland fans after his team's win over Georgetown, mocking their decision to attend. His controversial exit from Maryland last year, citing resource issues, fuels ongoing animosity. read more

2026-02-08 03:10:13

Last-Second Shot Stuns Duke in UNC Thriller

Seth Trimble's last-second three-pointer lifted No. 14 North Carolina over No. 4 Duke 71-68. Fans stormed the court prematurely, cleared for a final play, then stormed again after Duke's last shot failed, capping UNC's comeback. read more

2026-02-08 02:40:10

Izzo Starts Fears Amid Discipline Debate

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo considered benching guard Jeremy Fears for unsportsmanlike plays but started him against Illinois. Izzo called Fears remorseful and said he didn't merit suspension, despite recent technical fouls and dangerous incidents. read more

2026-02-07 22:10:50

Autry Benches Carmelos Son in Syracuse Loss

Syracuse coach Adrian Autry benched freshman Kiyan Anthony, who was healthy, for the entire loss to No. 18 Virginia. This followed Carmelo Anthony's cryptic social media post after a prior game. Autry stated it was solely a coaching decision. read more

2026-02-07 06:10:09

St. Johns Stuns No. 3 UConn, Halts 18-Game Streak

No. 22 St. John's upset No. 3 UConn 81-72, snapping the Huskies' 18-game win streak. Coach Rick Pitino praised his team's character, earning his first top-five win since 2016. The victory tied Pitino for third in all-time Division I coaching wins. read more

2026-02-07 01:20:04

Bediako Cleared for Auburn as Eligibility Ruling Looms

Alabama's Charles Bediako is expected to play Saturday as a judge considers his eligibility lawsuit against the NCAA. A temporary order allows him to play while the court deliberates on his collegiate reinstatement case. read more

2026-02-06 03:00:41

Amari Baileys College Return Bid Gains Momentum

Former UCLA and NBA guard Amari Bailey plans a recruiting visit to Grand Canyon University, aiming to return to college basketball for 2026-27. The NCAA denies his eligibility, so a legal path may be necessary. read more

2026-02-05 17:00:48

Houston Coach Slams NIL Budget as Major Recruiting Hurdle

Houston coach Kelvin Sampson says his top-10 team's recruiting is hindered by a "very poor" athletic budget, ranking 56th nationally. He warns future roster-building depends on increased funding, despite recent success signing top recruits. read more

2026-02-05 14:40:04

Top College Basketball Teams Face Season-Defining Road Tests

The top five men's college basketball teams face major road tests this week, with four playing ranked opponents. Key matchups include Arizona at Kansas and Duke at North Carolina, potentially reshaping the Power Rankings. read more

2026-02-05 07:40:13

Portland Stuns No. 6 Gonzaga in Historic Upset

Portland, led by an injured coach playing through an Achilles tear, upset No. 6 Gonzaga 87-80. The victory snapped a 30-game losing streak against top-10 teams and marked a historic win for the Pilots. read more

2026-02-05 06:40:05

Izzo Threatens Fears Starting Spot After Technical

Michigan State coach Tom Izzo threatened to bench star guard Jeremy Fears Jr. after a technical foul for a kick to an opponent's groin. Izzo stated Fears must "grow up" following the critical play in a road loss to Minnesota. read more

2026-02-04 15:10:04

Modern Game Tests Top Coaches

ESPN analysts rank top men's college basketball Coach of the Year contenders amid transfer portal challenges. Arizona's Tommy Lloyd leads, with Nebraska's Fred Hoiberg and Vanderbilt's Mark Byington also highlighted for impressive turnarounds and overachieving seasons. read more

2026-02-04 00:40:09

Bryce James to Redshirt at Arizona

Bryce James, son of LeBron, will redshirt his freshman year at Arizona. Coach Tommy Lloyd says the decision is a long-term play for the guard's career options, citing his progress and physical maturation with the top-ranked Wildcats. read more

2026-02-03 14:10:08

Lucky Charms Fuel Miamis Historic Hoops Streak

Miami (Ohio) basketball's 22-0 streak is fueled by quirky player superstitions, from lucky shirts and socks to pre-game candy and discarded shoes after losses. The team's chemistry and focus aim for a perfect season and an NCAA tournament berth. read more

2026-02-03 07:40:09

Freshman Petersons Clutch 3s Lift Kansas Past Texas Tech

Freshman Darryn Peterson hit two clutch late three-pointers, including the game-winner, to lift No. 11 Kansas over No. 13 Texas Tech 64-61. Despite a tough shooting night, his late heroics secured the Jayhawks' sixth straight victory. read more

2026-02-02 20:40:06

Rival Coaches Clash Over Dirty Play Accusations

Michigan coach Dusty May and Michigan State's Tom Izzo exchanged accusations of dirty play following Michigan's 83-71 victory. May cited dangerous incidents, while Izzo claimed Michigan also committed questionable acts, framing the physicality as intense rivalry competition. read more

2026-02-02 20:10:05

Arizona Stays Perfect, Michigan Leaps to No. 2

Arizona remains the unanimous No. 1 in AP men's basketball, with Michigan jumping to No. 2. UConn, Duke, and Illinois round out the top five. Only Arizona and No. 23 Miami (Ohio) are still unbeaten in Division I. read more