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UConn's Solo Ball to have wrist surgery, miss all of 2026-27

UConn guard Solo Ball will undergo wrist surgery and miss the entire 2026-27 season.

Florida center Rueben 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.

Val Ackerman, who guided Big East after team exodus, to retire

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 Patrick 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.

Maryland's Okananwa leads D'Tigress refresh as Nigeria call up NCAA talent to face WNBA

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.