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Here are five key facts and what his move means for UNC and new coach Michael Malone.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:34:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3151,h_1772,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpp2ksdzjzsg4q5jjn.jpg" caption="Seth Trimble of UNC | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Top players who stand to gain the most from a fifth year</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/top-players-who-stand-to-gain-the-most-from-a-fifth-year-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnzh231zq</guid><description>There are some players that would love the new NCAA Basketball rule to come into play.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:45:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpnznfsw200hj3ym74.jpg" caption="St. John&#39;s Red Storm forward Zuby Ejiofor (24) | Amber Searls-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kingston Flemings’ one year at Houston was a masterclass in doing everything right</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/kingston-flemings-one-year-at-houston-was-a-masterclass-in-doing-everything-right-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnd1qkm9p</guid><description>Kingston Flemings’ freshman season at Houston showcased elite efficiency, leadership, and poise, turning him into a top-10 NBA Draft prospect in just one year.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:50:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpnd7y7cwqme7kej9k.jpg" caption="Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings  | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Audi Crooks’ next stop changes the Big 12 title race instantly</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/audi-crooks-next-stop-changes-the-big-12-title-race-instantly-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpncjgmrcf</guid><description>Audi Crooks’ transfer to Oklahoma State reshapes the Big 12 race as the nation’s top portal player brings elite scoring and title hopes to the Cowgirls.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:11:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpncky2scnqwyftbzn.jpg" caption="Iowa State Cyclones&#39; center Audi Crooks (55) | Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Casey Alexander is wasting no time in turning Kansas State into his type of team</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/casey-alexander-is-wasting-no-time-in-turning-kansas-state-into-his-type-of-team-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Burgess</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpgj717nhd</guid><description>Casey Alexander left Belmont to take over Kansas State. As soon as the transfer portal he took little time to implement the type of roster he wants.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:21:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpgka52by1b3yzxbvv.jpg" caption="Casey Alexander is welcomed as the new head coach of the Kansas State men’s basketball team during a press conference at Bramlage Coliseum on Monday, March 16, 2026. | Evert Nelson/The Capital-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Burgess"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kentucky Grabs Another Impressive Guard from Transfer Portal</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-grabs-another-impressive-guard-from-transfer-portal-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joey Loose</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphd9sk419</guid><description>Former Furman guard Alex Wilkins becomes the latest offseason addition for Kentucky basketball.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:20:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kphdawfrnsyrg1yenj.jpg" caption="Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Furman Paladins guard Alex Wilkins (10) dribbles the ball against the UConn Huskies in the second half during a first round game of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. 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Here’s why it could define the Blue Devils’ title chances.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:17:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5367,h_3018,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpdnqngshccrvfq4xs.jpg" caption="Cayden Boozer | Amber Searls-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kansas’ quiet Transfer Portal approach Is turning into a major concern for Bill Self</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/kansas-quiet-transfer-portal-approach-is-turning-into-a-major-concern-for-bill-self-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbawzcy7t</guid><description>Kansas’ slow start in the transfer portal raises major concerns for Bill Self as departures grow and key roster questions remain for the Jayhawks.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6740,h_3791,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpbaz1nwxgcdc5wase.jpg" caption="Bill Self | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kentucky must go All-In for Tyran Stokes after missing on Robert Wright III</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-must-go-all-in-for-tyran-stokes-after-missing-on-robert-wright-iii-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpb332j6b9</guid><description>Kentucky’s miss on Robert Wright III puts pressure on landing No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes, making his decision crucial to the Wildcats’ offseason rebuild.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:21:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4172,h_2346,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kpb351akykbsj3y17s.jpg" caption="Tyran Stokes | Mark J. 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Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Bradley to Illinois State transfer crosses a line rivalry rarely touches</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/bradley-to-illinois-state-transfer-crosses-a-line-rivalry-rarely-touches-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp9n5s2nfk</guid><description>In a crazy college basketball offseason move, the Illinois State Redbirds picked up a transfer from rival Bradley.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:51:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5286,h_2973,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp9n7vf9g8jjjx5qgq.jpg" caption="Bradley&#39;s Demarion Burch  | MATT DAYHOFF/JOURNAL STAR / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michigan 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John’s</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-forward-mouhamed-dioubate-predicted-to-transfer-to-surging-st-john-s-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp97ddkp4f</guid><description>Kentucky forward Mouhamed Dioubate is predicted to transfer to St. John’s, giving Rick Pitino another key piece as the Red Storm build on their Sweet 16 run.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:51:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4724,h_2657,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp97gysjz313jpcef3.jpg" caption="Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate (23) | Steve Roberts-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Does Creighton&#39;s latest addition make them Big East contenders?</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/does-creighton-s-latest-addition-make-them-big-east-contenders-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joey Loose</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp7vr1tt3c</guid><description>After brilliant work for South Florida last season, talented guard Wes Enis has announced his transfer to Creighton in the Big East.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4007,h_2253,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp7vs3n73m461myand.jpg" caption="South Florida Bulls guard Wes Enis (2)  | Wesley Hale-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Joey Loose"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>DePaul grabs another major frontcourt piece in Magoon Gwath</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/depaul-grabs-another-major-frontcourt-piece-in-magoon-gwath-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joey Loose</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp7tvhb1g9</guid><description>Considering Magoon Gwath, the former San Diego State big man who&#39;ll continue his basketball career in DePaul&#39;s frontcourt in the Big East.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4693,h_2639,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp8k69e9eq9ngpt6zv.jpg" caption="San Diego State Aztecs forward Magoon Gwath (0) | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Joey Loose"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jeremiah Wilkinson transfer gives Arkansas a proven scorer to replace Darius Acuff Jr.</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/jeremiah-wilkinson-transfer-gives-arkansas-a-proven-scorer-to-replace-darius-acuff-jr-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp8kny1ec1</guid><description>Arkansas lands Georgia transfer Jeremiah Wilkinson, giving John Calipari a proven scorer to replace Darius Acuff Jr. and stay competitive in the SEC.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:05:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5680,h_3195,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp8ktjjcy2p5h7yjwc.jpg" caption="Georgia Bulldogs guard Jeremiah Wilkinson (5) | Gregory Fisher-Imagn 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brutal offseason shake-up</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/north-carolina-basketball-facing-reality-after-brutal-offseason-shake-up-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp5y87zq5g</guid><description>Things have not been great for the North Carolina Tar Heels so far in the Offseason.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:12:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp5ya133mnj3nmm5dg.jpg" caption="North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball | Scott Kinser-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>UCLA women’s basketball just proved its championship run was only the beginning</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/ucla-women-s-basketball-just-proved-its-championship-run-was-only-the-beginning-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp5xmcpazx</guid><description>The UCLA Women won the national title then dominated the WNBA draft.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:06:56 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6803,h_3826,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp5xnakvhaaew2nxyh.jpg" caption="UCLA Bruins Basketball | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dick Vitale is facing cancer again. And somehow, he’s still lifting everyone else up</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/dick-vitale-is-facing-cancer-again-and-somehow-he-s-still-lifting-everyone-else-up-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4y3kq05t</guid><description>Dick Vitale cancer update: The ESPN legend faces another battle but remains hopeful, inspiring fans with his resilience, positivity, and commitment to fighting for others.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:52:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2593,h_1458,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp4y5n2fpg0yt06ec9.jpg" caption="Dick Vitale | Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 reasons Audi Crooks would be a perfect fit at Notre Dame</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/3-reasons-audi-crooks-would-be-a-perfect-fit-at-notre-dame-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3g0cdc82</guid><description>Audi Crooks to Notre Dame? Here are three reasons the Iowa State star would be a perfect fit, from pairing with Hannah Hidalgo to elevating the Irish into title contention.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp3g1tsk8j5yf5tcky.jpg" caption="Audi Crooks | Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dick Vitale, a fake NIL post, and the reality of college basketball right now</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/dick-vitale-a-fake-nil-post-and-the-reality-of-college-basketball-right-now-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3f4gt7r4</guid><description>Dick Vitale reacted to a fake Braylon Mullins NIL post, but the viral moment highlights a deeper issue in college basketball as NIL and the transfer portal blur the line between reality and fiction.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2593,h_1458,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp3f5xhgxdj200kn5v.jpg" caption="Dick Vitale | Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Stefan Vaaks gives Illinois exactly what it needed: scoring, size, and a new offensive identity</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/stefan-vaaks-gives-illinois-exactly-what-it-needed-scoring-size-and-a-new-offensive-identity-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3ea48k8a</guid><description>Stefan Vaaks will be part of the Illinois Fighting Illini when the 2026-27 basketball season gets underway.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3364,h_1892,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp3edjnkbzd680ze3p.jpg" caption="Providence Friars guard Stefan Vaaks (7) | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Collin Chandler’s return to BYU is bigger than a transfer: it’s a full-circle moment with real upside</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/collin-chandler-s-return-to-byu-is-bigger-than-a-transfer-it-s-a-full-circle-moment-with-real-upside-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3bzwjsfn</guid><description>The former Kentucky Wildcats star is now part of the Brigham Young Cougars program.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4238,h_2383,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp3c0tmgxa2ytvk6vh.jpg" caption="Kentucky Wildcats guard Collin Chandler (5) | Jeff Curry-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Flory Bidunga to Louisville is a statement move: Cardinals just changed the ACC race</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/flory-bidunga-to-louisville-is-a-statement-move-cardinals-just-changed-the-acc-race-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3bg0ar7g</guid><description>The Louisville Cardinals made themselves a contender with their latest transfer portal addition.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:06:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7631,h_4292,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp3bh7e16gksskm5my.jpg" caption="Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40)  | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Justin Pippen’s Ohio State commitment adds fuel to Big Ten rivalry fire</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/justin-pippen-s-ohio-state-commitment-adds-fuel-to-big-ten-rivalry-fire-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp11547egg</guid><description>Justin Pippen commits to Ohio State after a breakout season at Cal. Here’s why his return to the Big Ten could reshape the Buckeyes and intensify rivalries.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:27:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kp116jgqqw8msmg3xn.jpg" caption="California Golden Bears guard Justin Pippen (10) | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tennessee lands impactful ACC guard out of the Transfer Portal</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/tennessee-lands-impactful-acc-guard-out-of-the-transfer-portal-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joey Loose</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knz3famv5c</guid><description>We&#39;re looking at what Tennessee has cooking in the transfer portal, as they&#39;ve just landed former Cal guard Dai Dai Ames</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7251,h_4078,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01knz3he471f1m9pqxy2.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; California Golden Bears guard Dai Dai Ames (7) with the ball as Florida State Seminoles guard Lajae Jones (10) defends in the first half at Spectrum Center. 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url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7260,h_4083,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kns2v6g1mttxypqbft.jpg" caption="Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell  | Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>March Madness proves it still owns the sports world as Michigan-UConn draws massive audience</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/march-madness-proves-it-still-owns-the-sports-world-as-michigan-uconn-draws-massive-audience-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kns1vqz2qt</guid><description>Michigan’s national title win over UConn didn’t just crown a champion — it reminded everyone why March Madness still dominates the sports world, delivering its most-watched championship game in years.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:08:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4937,h_2777,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01kns24rfy0an2j47ttn.jpg" caption="Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23)  | Christine Tannous/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 under the radar head coaching hires that could quietly improve programs</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/5-under-the-radar-head-coaching-hires-that-could-quietly-improve-programs-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knpjkh29mh</guid><description>Five under-the-radar college basketball head coaching hires that could help programs improve, featuring key moves at Weber State, Siena, and more.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01knpjpcn71d5e56b8dg.jpg" caption="UNI’s new head men’s basketball coach Kyle Green | Julia Hansen/Iowa City Press-Citizen / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rodney Knuppel"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NCAA looks at new eligibility rule that could change how long college basketball players stay</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/ncaa-looks-at-new-eligibility-rule-that-could-change-how-long-college-basketball-players-stay-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rodney Knuppel</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knpkgwr04v</guid><description>The NCAA is exploring a new eligibility rule that would give athletes five years to compete starting at age 19 or high school graduation, 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Let&#39;s recap all the exciting things that happened during the season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:52:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1704,h_958,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/184/01knnpgp8zz15wb3e9x0.jpg" caption="Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) and Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1)  | Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Bryan Mauro"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 takeaways from Michigan basketball’s national championship season</title><link>https://bustingbrackets.com/3-takeaways-from-michigan-basketball-s-national-championship-season-basketball?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Frank Sciarroni</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knmzydhf7z</guid><description>Turnarounds Don’t Take as Long as They Used To: Just two seasons ago, Michigan finished last in the Big Ten with an 8-24 overall record. 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