UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close is expected to receive a pay increase.
UCLA Women’s Basketball Coach Cori Close Honored by Regents Cori Close, the UCLA women’s basketball coach, received a warm standing ovation from the University of California Board of Regents recently. The praise comes after she successfully led her team to a national championship, and discussions regarding a potential salary increase for her are on the […]
Austin Rivers responds to Draymond Green, describes him as ‘the luckiest basketball player I’ve ever seen’
Warriors’ Dynasty Faces Uncertain Future Amid Draymond Green’s Criticism The Golden State Warriors, once a dominant force in basketball, are clearly on a downward trajectory, and Draymond Green’s performance seems to reflect this decline. The enthusiasm that once surrounded this team is fading. Conversations now circulate about the potential departure of coach Steve Kerr, a […]
Lavar Ball undergoes rigorous basketball training one year after having his foot amputated
LaVar Ball’s Comeback on the Court LaVar Ball is still on his journey of adaptation. Just a little over a year after having part of his right leg amputated, the founder of the Big Baller Brand has proven he can still make an impact on the basketball court. In a recent video posted on his […]
Tennessee adds transfer portal standout, boosting the Vols’ chances for a Final Four run in men’s college basketball.
Tennessee Volunteers Strengthen Basketball Roster with Key Transfer The Tennessee Volunteers are making quite a splash in the men’s college basketball transfer portal this offseason. Head coach Rick Barnes has already put together an impressive six-man class, featuring talents like former VCU standout Terrence Hill Jr., scoring forward Jalen Haralson from Notre Dame, and rim […]
John Wall, NBA All-Star, appointed as president of basketball operations at Howard
John Wall Takes New Role at Howard University John Wall is back in the place where his NBA journey began. On Thursday, Howard University, a historically black university located in Washington, D.C., confirmed to ESPN that Wall has been appointed as the director of basketball operations for the school. This is an exciting time for […]
Men’s college basketball transfer portal: 4 successes, 3 disappointments, and 1 surprise
College Basketball’s Transfer Portal Dynamics In today’s college basketball landscape, players effectively become free agents at the end of each season. Winning a national championship isn’t just about competing with the NBA; it’s also crucial to retain players who might enter the transfer portal and to strategically recruit those who can elevate the existing roster. […]
Olivier Rioux, the tallest college basketball player in history, finds a new team after departing from Florida.
Olivier Rieu, standing at an impressive 7-foot-9, is set to transfer to the University of California, Irvine. He will join coach Russell Turner, who has a reputation for effectively mentoring towering players. The 20-year-old, recognized as a Guinness World Record holder, saw limited action during his two years in Florida. The tallest athlete in basketball […]
2026 NBA mock draft: Revision following college basketball entry deadline with updated lottery odds
2026 NBA Draft Class: Lottery Odds and Prospects The anticipation surrounding the 2026 NBA Draft class has been building up for quite some time. The draft lottery is set for May 10th, and the odds for the teams have just been announced. The Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, and Indiana Pacers are tied for the highest […]
Man admits guilt in $1M PPP fraud involving a phony basketball league
A man, Jamar Johnson, has admitted to defrauding taxpayers of over $1 million by misusing government loans designed to support small businesses. Authorities revealed that Johnson participated in a scheme to secure $1,047,824 through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) managed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). According to Lauren Biss, the Acting Assistant Secretary […]
Ex-girls’ high school basketball coach faces 32 sexual offenses, including inappropriate relations with a student.
Former High School Basketball Coach Indicted on Multiple Sex Charges A grand jury has indicted a former high school basketball coach from Alabama on 32 sex crime charges following allegations of abuse involving students. Reports indicate that Paige Adams, who previously coached at Cold Springs High School, was arrested on Tuesday and taken to the […]