https://bustingbrackets.comhttps://bustingbrackets.com/gonzaga-s-2027-class-could-solve-college-basketball-s-continuity-problem-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m28b9d8nd7Gonzaga basketball’s 2027 recruiting class could become one of the nation’s best behind Dooney Johnson, Jalen Davis and Gene Roebuck.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/dick-vitale-identifies-standard-kentucky-can-no-longer-avoid-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m28b2kfgp3Dick Vitale says Kentucky basketball must move beyond moral victories as Mark Pope enters the 2026-27 season with increased talent and expectations.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:41:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-lands-critical-big-blue-madness-visit-from-no-1-recruit-cj-rosser-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m28as9qt9eNo. 1 recruit CJ Rosser scheduled an official Kentucky basketball visit for Big Blue Madness on Oct. 1 and 2.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:36:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/adan-diggs-final-seven-creates-heavyweight-recruiting-battle-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m28ajkxpshFive-star 2027 guard Adan Diggs named a final seven featuring Arizona, Arkansas, Duke, Kansas, Kentucky, North Carolina and USC.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:33:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/navorro-bowman-jr-gives-uconn-a-five-star-start-to-2027-class-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m289aqr8mnUConn landed five-star 2027 guard NaVorro Bowman Jr., giving Dan Hurley an elite scorer and defender to begin the Huskies’ next recruiting class.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:29:58 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/march-madness-has-a-new-boss-at-a-pivotal-time-for-college-basketball-?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m25p6t65n4The NCAA named Mike Hill vice president of men’s basketball, giving him a major role in March Madness selection, seeding and bracketing.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:00:01 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/duke-s-full-schedule-reveals-a-brutal-road-back-to-the-final-four-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m25nzcr2hmDuke’s complete 2026-27 basketball schedule includes major showdowns against Michigan State, Illinois, UConn, Florida, Gonzaga and North Carolina.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:54:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/houston-s-stunning-recruiting-weekend-could-shape-its-next-championship-push-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m25kj40b2vHouston basketball landed Darrell Davis and Beau Daniels in consecutive days, giving Kelvin Sampson a loaded start to the 2027 class.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:13:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/illinois-transfer-stefan-vaaks-has-on-regrets-about-leaving-providence-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m25k9h6f5a Illinois transfer Stefan Vaaks delivered a blunt message about leaving Providence as he prepares to join a national contender.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/alabama-lands-top-30-guard-who-looks-perfect-for-nate-oats-system-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m25j52kbxcAlabama basketball landed top-30 2027 guard Chase Lumpkin, giving Nate Oats a versatile first commitment who fits his system.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:04:31 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/gonzaga-s-only-2027-commit-just-became-one-of-the-biggest-steals-in-the-class-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m23fnnhqc7Gonzaga commit Dooney Johnson climbed to No. 11 in the Rivals 2027 rankings after a breakout summer on the Nike EYBL circuit.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:25:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/kansas-has-a-golden-opportunity-to-rescue-its-empty-2027-recruiting-class-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m23fctsgs2 Kansas basketball will host 2027 wings Malachi Jordan and Jalen White during an important recruiting weekend in Lawrence.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:22:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/duke-s-first-major-event-will-finally-reveal-how-jon-scheyer-replaced-cameron-boozer-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m23f6yq3qjDuke’s Countdown to Craziness will give fans their first look at Jon Scheyer’s deep roster following Cameron Boozer’s departure.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/rutgers-coach-steve-pikiell-announces-cancer-diagnosis-in-emotional-letter-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m23j5ze2qaRutgers basketball coach Steve Pikiell announced that he is undergoing cancer treatment after having successful surgery. He plans to remain involved with the Scarlet Knights.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:24:13 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/trey-kaufman-renn-s-court-fight-just-took-a-wild-college-basketball-recruiting-turn-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m23ev27c8nFormer Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn says several programs have contacted him as he awaits a ruling in his NCAA eligibility lawsuit.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/michael-malone-just-put-the-rest-of-the-acc-on-notice-about-north-carolina-s-new-backcourt-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m23efjghs1Michael Malone believes Terrence Brown, Matt Able and Neoklis Avdalas can give North Carolina one of college basketball’s most exciting backcourts.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:04:47 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/college-basketball-s-eligibility-crisis-is-moving-closer-to-the-court-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1rtwafxzfNCAA eligibility lawsuits involving fifth seasons and former professional athletes could reshape college basketball rosters before the 2026-27 season.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:11:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/philipe-ndong-commitment-shows-shaka-smart-is-betting-on-development-again-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1rt1n10wcMarquette basketball landed 2027 four-star forward Philipe Ndong, a 6-foot-8 prospect from The Newman School in Boston.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:06:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/rutgers-rj-moore-commitment-finally-gives-steve-pikiell-its-rebuild-a-centerpiece-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1rsqbgvkwRutgers basketball landed four-star 2027 wing RJ Moore over Alabama, Syracuse, Vanderbilt, Wake Forest and Virginia.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:51:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/milan-momcilovic-s-finger-injury-gives-kentucky-rare-reason-for-relief-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1rsgqrx4bKentucky forward Milan Momcilovic is expected to resume shooting soon after tests showed a jammed finger instead of a fracture.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:46:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/babacar-sane-s-lawsuit-puts-st-john-s-biggest-roster-gamble-in-a-courtroom-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1rs976jyeSt. John’s recruit Babacar Sane has sued the NCAA after an eligibility denial connected to his G League and professional basketball experience.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:43:01 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/college-basketball-s-latest-injury-wave-makes-roster-depth-the-real-preseason-ranking-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1kjqx8gt8Injuries to Brandon McCoy Jr., Ralph Scott, Christian Wiggins and Matt Hodge are reshaping college basketball rotations before preseason practice.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:12:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/iowa-state-s-christian-wiggins-injury-removes-a-future-answer-before-he-gets-started-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1kje51marIowa State freshman Christian Wiggins will miss the 2026-27 season with an injury, removing an important young piece from the Cyclones’ backcourt.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:08:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/villanova-s-matt-hodge-timeline-places-early-pressure-on-kevin-willard-s-frontcourt-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1kj561ycbVillanova forward Matt Hodge could remain sidelined until December as Kevin Willard prepares a frontcourt led by Kwame Evans Jr. and Luigi Suigo.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:01:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/tennessee-s-ralph-scott-injury-creates-an-immediate-frontcourt-test-for-rick-barnes-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1kh0grz1rTennessee freshman Ralph Scott will miss six to eight months after knee surgery, creating a new frontcourt depth concern for Rick Barnes.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:58:17 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-s-mark-mitchell-miss-creates-a-much-harder-final-roster-decision-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1h0bpkstrKentucky basketball must reconsider its final roster spot after Mark Mitchell reenrolled at Missouri instead of joining Mark Pope’s Wildcats.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/college-basketball-s-eligibility-fight-now-has-a-date-that-could-change-everything-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1h0270n4gA Texas judge temporarily blocked new college eligibility restrictions, creating another major NCAA and SEC showdown before the 2026-27 season.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:08:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/byu-s-biggest-frontcourt-addition-still-comes-with-a-september-deadline-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1gzrh1d35axon Kohler’s temporary eligibility gives BYU a proven starting center, but a September court ruling could reshape the Cougars’ roster.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-s-latest-recruiting-visit-comes-with-a-brilliant-rupp-arena-setup-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1gxyzfh7zKentucky basketball will host top 2028 guard Brady Pettigrew for an official visit during the Wildcats’ Texas Tech exhibition at Rupp Arena.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:57:55 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/ranking-the-whopping-14-teams-in-play-for-5-star-class-of-2027-pg-cayden-daughtry-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m11n6cftvg5-star point guard prospect Cayden Daughtry has 14 teams in the mix. Which of them makes the most sense? Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/michigan-national-champion-is-suing-ncaa-over-1-700-eligibility-nightmare-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1er3d7y7pMichigan national champion Roddy Gayle Jr. is suing the NCAA for another season after earning just $1,700 in NBA Summer League.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/duke-just-made-a-historic-change-to-coach-k-court-that-was-once-unthinkable-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1eqqkzxybDuke is placing an Edward Jones sponsorship logo on Coach K Court for the first time as part of a historic four-year agreement.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:03:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/kentucky-s-dream-addition-just-became-missouri-s-potential-final-four-game-changer-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1eq8bz2yb Mark Mitchell will return to Missouri instead of attending Kentucky, potentially giving Dennis Gates a top-15 roster and a legitimate Final Four contender.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:57:42 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-sebastian-akins-is-washington-state-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m17pnab4fnThere are many new faces at Washington State this season and the Cougars are hoping for big things from Sebastian Akins among others in the Pac-12.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:51:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-naithan-george-is-pittsburgh-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m17prs0msqAn important new season for Pittsburgh includes significant expectations for the Panthers and we're considering why Naithan George is the most important new transfer piece.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-moustapha-thiam-is-michigan-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m17pvk4jm1Fresh off a national championship, Michigan has some significant new faces this season, but why is Moustapha Thiam is the most important of that group?Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:27:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-mj-collins-jr-is-cincinnati-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m17pzec45eA brand new era begins at Cincinnati with a head coaching change and new roster, but we're looking at why the potentially ineligible MJ Collins Jr. would be the most important piece for the Bearcats.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:22:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/minnesota-timberwolves-draft-pick-could-become-college-basketball-s-most-coveted-transfer-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1c2rt7vemFormer Purdue star and Minnesota Timberwolves draft pick Trey Kaufman-Renn is suing the NCAA for another season of college eligibility.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:19:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/what-todd-golden-s-contract-extension-means-for-florida-and-the-sec-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m17pg15r7rFlorida has signed Todd Golden to a 6-year contract extension and we're looking at what it means for him and his future with the Gators.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:53:32 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/rick-pitino-steals-proven-19-point-scorer-from-miami-heat-to-transform-st-john-s-roster-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m1c2ggjrz6 Former Auburn star Keyshawn Hall reportedly passed on a Miami Heat opportunity to join Rick Pitino and St. John’s for the 2026-27 season.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:14:43 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-west-virginia-may-be-the-most-overlooked-team-in-the-big-12-basketball?utm_source=RSSAntonio Barbetta01m16vgwb218The Mountaineers are seeking their first NCAA Tournament bid since 2023 in this year's new expanded fieldSat, 29 Aug 2026 14:53:19 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/big-ten-basketball-power-rankings-who-sits-on-top-before-the-2026-27-school-year-begins-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m10hwgyfn0Illinois begins the school year on top, but Michigan State, Michigan and a loaded group of contenders could turn the 2026-27 Big Ten race into the deepest title fight in college basketball.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/rick-barnes-tennessee-roster-suddenly-needs-its-original-plan-again-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m10gpv37c2Jalen Washington made Tennessee’s frontcourt look almost unfair, but Rick Barnes must now lean on the big men who were part of his plan all along.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/coaches-completely-ignored-a-final-four-contender-hiding-in-the-acc-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0zga7p643Virginia did not receive a vote in CBS Sports’ Candid Coaches poll despite returning much of a roster that earned a No. 3 seed last season.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/indiana-just-lost-the-frontcourt-luxury-that-made-its-roster-look-complete-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m10gb6dv81Sam Alexis was supposed to give Indiana one of the Big Ten’s deepest frontcourts, but the Hoosiers now must prepare for a season without their proven interior safety net.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/alabama-and-auburn-found-a-way-to-make-an-exhibition-feel-like-march-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m10hj1y73kAlabama and Auburn are turning an October exhibition into a divided-arena spectacle that could set the tone for the entire SEC season.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/illinois-has-one-major-problem-standing-between-it-and-a-national-championship-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0zg1257yz Illinois has enough returning talent to contend for the 2027 national championship, but its uncertain point guard situation remains a major concern.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/oklahoma-s-biggest-offseason-gamble-could-disappear-before-b-j-edwards-plays-a-game-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m10fk1wc9cOklahoma added B.J. Edwards to strengthen a roster capable of returning to the NCAA Tournament. Less than two weeks later, the Sooners no longer know whether their prized transfer will be permitted to play. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/gonzaga-just-turned-its-biggest-weakness-into-a-national-championship-weapon-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m10je9eczxGonzaga landed Florida transfer Xaivian Lee, giving Mark Few the proven point guard needed to turn the Bulldogs into a national title contender.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:03:34 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/gonzaga-s-final-piece-to-the-2026-27-roster-makes-them-a-legit-final-four-contender-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m10g7j48x6Gonzaga adds former Florida starting guard Xaivian Lee to the roster, hoping to get him cleared for the 2026-27 campaign. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:44:31 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/college-basketball-coaches-believe-this-could-finally-be-rick-barnes-year-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0zb75z0h3Tennessee finished third in a national coaches survey, raising expectations that Rick Barnes could finally lead the Volunteers to the Final Four.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:35:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/duke-s-biggest-national-championship-concern-is-hiding-in-plain-sight-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0zb0d5qpw Duke is viewed as Florida’s top challenger entering 2026-27, but one frontcourt concern could decide the Blue Devils’ national championship hopes.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:31:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/baylor-and-kentucky-among-first-visits-for-rising-5-star-big-man-prospect-lewis-uvwo-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0zdkadvvtLewis Uvwo has the case of being the best defensive big man in the 2027 recruiting class. Which teams are in the early running to land him?Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:08:51 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/houston-louisville-and-tennessee-among-teams-to-watch-for-5-star-pg-reece-alston-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0zd7wk8z55-star college basketball prospect Reece Alston is down to seven team options. Which of them makes the most sense?Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:12:38 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/college-basketball-coaches-deliver-terrifying-warning-about-florida-s-loaded-roster-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0zajy45jyFlorida received 55% of the vote in CBS Sports’ Candid Coaches poll, revealing how highly college basketball coaches regard the loaded Gators.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:28:37 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/a-former-ivy-league-poy-gives-stanford-basketball-a-badly-needed-boost-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0z3xh185tNick Townsend was the best player in the Ivy League last season. Now, he's set to lead Stanford Basketball in his 5th year.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:05:52 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/if-eligible-st-john-s-may-have-landed-a-big-east-player-of-the-year-favorite-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0z1fnwat9Keyshawn Hall picked St. John's for his potential 5th year of college basketball, if he can get eligible. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:24:32 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/mark-mitchell-gives-kentucky-the-frontcourt-answer-it-could-not-find-all-offseason-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0wcet11sv Mark Mitchell gives Kentucky basketball a physical power forward, versatile defender and frontcourt playmaker who could unlock Milan Momcilovic and the Wildcats’ roster.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-fred-payne-is-oregon-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0vz3b0mx2Oregon hopes to bounce back after a down year with plenty of new talent, but why exactly is Fred Payne the most important new piece for the Ducks?Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:54:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/seemingly-everyone-is-gaining-eligibility-but-utah-star-noam-yaacov-was-not-as-fortunate-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0wcpyq0vaUtah guard Noam Yaacov was ruled ineligible by the NCAA despite recent court victories for several other college basketball players seeking eligibility.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-dior-johnson-is-ucf-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0vz6b4ys7Fresh off a trip to the NCAA Tournament, UCF is hoping to build on that success and we'll see how the return of Dior Johnson plays into those plans for the Knights.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-jeremiah-wilkinson-is-arkansas-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0vz8x2yzyThere's a flurry of new young talent to Arkansas but we're looking at why Jeremiah Wilkinson is a very important piece for the Razorbacks this season.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:43:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/former-boston-celtics-guard-cleared-to-join-lsu-in-major-win-for-will-wade-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0wb23czhrFormer Boston Celtics preseason guard RJ Luis Jr. has received a preliminary injunction allowing the ex-St. John’s star to play for LSU.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:36:39 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/cincy-st-john-s-among-options-for-5th-year-transfer-guard-tre-holloman-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0tezygavyFormer Michigan State and NC State guard Tre Holloman is looking for a new team for his 5th year of eligibility. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:54:52 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/uconn-basketball-s-redemption-tour-includes-a-loaded-six-game-gauntlet-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0t57n7eaeUConn basketball’s loaded nonconference schedule features a Florida rematch and major games against Arizona, Kansas, Illinois, BYU and Texas.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:14:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-wes-enis-is-creighton-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0secr8866A new era begins at Creighton and we're looking at why Wes Enis is the most important transfer piece as the Bluejays try to become Big East contenders again.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:20:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/texas-basketball-handed-sean-miller-a-brutal-opening-night-assignment-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0t510205hSean Miller’s first Texas basketball schedule begins against Duke and includes the Maui Invitational, Virginia and a difficult road game against UConn.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:10:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-christian-hammond-is-nc-state-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0sejz6jpzAnother busy offseason at NC State features plenty of new faces for the Wolfpack, but we're looking at why Christian Hammond is the most important of that bunch.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/arizona-basketball-s-loaded-nonconference-schedule-offers-almost-no-room-to-breathe-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0t4scn20eArizona basketball revealed a loaded nonconference schedule featuring UCLA, Auburn, UConn, St. John’s, Arkansas and the Maui Classic.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:07:49 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/jaxon-kohler-donovan-dent-among-top-5th-year-player-commitments-from-the-week-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0t3zkh5baThere were over a dozen players to announce commitments for next season thanks to the courts. Here's a look at the top 10 impact moves.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:56:26 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-denzel-aberdeen-is-florida-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0seg1qyvsThis Florida team looks like one of the favorites for the national championship and we're looking at Denzel Aberdeen's return as a significant reason for the Gators.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:26:13 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/unc-and-nc-state-found-a-clever-way-to-protect-their-rivalry-from-acc-expansion-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0mrae03haUNC and NC State added a nonconference basketball game in Greensboro after ACC expansion ended their guaranteed home-and-home rivalry series.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/illinois-basketball-s-brutal-non-conference-schedule-comes-with-one-major-catch-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0mqrnr46mllinois basketball’s 2026-27 non-conference schedule includes Duke, UConn and North Carolina, with every marquee matchup away from Champaign.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-markus-burton-is-indiana-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0hrqpq3q1We're looking ahead to the new faces on Indiana's roster and establishing why Markus Burton is the most important new piece for the Hoosiers.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:28:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-tj-burch-is-utah-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0hrv82wxwThere were plenty of roster changes as Utah looks to contend in the Big 12, but let's explain why TJ Burch is the most important of those new players.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:26:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/former-alabama-basketball-player-kai-spears-wins-staggering-9-25-million-verdict-against-new-york-times-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0mq6w5t81Former Alabama basketball player Kai Spears won a $9.25 million defamation verdict against The New York Times over an inaccurate 2023 report.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:34:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/why-jayden-reid-is-memphis-s-most-important-team-transfer-for-2026-27-basketball?utm_source=RSSJoey Loose01m0hry7qxc5After a rough season, Memphis has a new look on a rebuilt roster and we're looking at just why Jayden Reid might be the most important piece for the Tigers.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:24:39 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/jaxon-kohler-s-unexpected-return-creates-a-four-team-transfer-portal-fight-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0d50s7dn1Jaxon Kohler is entering the transfer portal for a fifth season, with BYU, Kentucky, Kansas and Louisville among his possible destinations.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:04:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/louisville-s-lead-for-5-star-point-guard-faces-a-dangerous-new-threat-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0d4b030zjLouisville remains the frontrunner for five-star point guard Reese Alston, but Tennessee has become a serious new contender for the 2027 recruit.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:51:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/michigan-usc-in-the-mix-for-former-big-ten-starting-guard-jamarques-lawrence-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0by0b8tzhJamarques Lawrence is a four-year starting guard looking for a 5th year. Which teams are in the mix to land him?Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/smu-washington-and-seton-hall-among-teams-to-watch-for-sun-belt-poy-chaze-harris-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0bynn9mbrFormer Conference Player of the Year Chaze Harris has a trio of options at the high-major ranks. Which one makes the most sense?Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/bill-self-s-carmelo-anthony-comparison-puts-enormous-pressure-on-kansas-star-tyran-stokes-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m0d3xm89knKansas coach Bill Self compared Tyran Stokes to Carmelo Anthony while explaining why the Jayhawks’ talented roster has little room for error.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:44:58 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/dayton-memphis-and-vt-among-teams-to-watch-for-former-asu-guard-anthony-johnson-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0bybh2492Former Arizona State guard Anthony "Pig" Johnson has several notable college basketball programs in the mix to land him.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:12:39 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/byu-kansas-and-kentucky-all-in-the-mix-to-land-former-michigan-state-forward-jaxon-kohler-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01kzeh4epa2pJaxon Kohler is one of the hottest names in transfer portal 2.0 in August. A few big programs are in the mix to land him.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:36:02 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/gonzaga-lsu-and-oklahoma-among-options-for-iowa-transfer-wing-tavion-banks-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m0ayp9t0ztTavion Banks is the latest 5th-year senior looking for an extra season, with several high-major programs in the mix. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:35:42 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/arizona-unc-and-uconn-among-top-contenders-for-5-star-guard-navorro-bowman-jr-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m08j84axve5-star guard prospect NaVorro Bowman Jr. has set up five visits. Which teams stands out as the best potential fits? Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:17:33 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/gonzaga-louisville-and-texas-tech-among-teams-set-to-rise-in-official-cbb-preseason-top-25-ranking-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m083sn242xLess than two months away from the official AP preseason top 25 poll for college basketball, which teams are set to benefit the most from the 5th-year additional players?Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:03:58 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/seth-trimble-skyy-clark-among-week-s-top-5th-year-college-basketball-commitments-basketball?utm_source=RSSTristan Freeman01m071ye6x4pA list of college basketball players using their court-ordered 5th years of eligibility for next season.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/flory-bidunga-ranking-just-turned-louisville-s-dream-season-into-a-final-four-demand-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m056dpw3dcSports Illustrated ranked Louisville star Flory Bidunga as college basketball’s No. 3 center, raising the Final Four expectations facing Pat Kelsey.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:52:00 +0000enhttps://bustingbrackets.com/ncaa-s-latest-courtroom-loss-just-created-the-acc-s-most-dangerous-sleeper-basketball?utm_source=RSSRodney Knuppel01m056qb550dVen-Allen Lubin’s fifth year of eligibility gives Justin Gainey and NC State the frontcourt star needed to become a dangerous ACC sleeper.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:59:00 +0000en