After an impressive collegiate career at the University of Florida, guard Leilani Correa is poised to take the next step onto the professional stage. The New Jersey native, who led the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in scoring during the 2023-24 season, is projected to be selected in the upcoming 2024 WNBA Draft.
Correa’s journey to this point has been marked by determination, hard work, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Prior to joining the Florida Gators, she spent her first three collegiate seasons at St.
The tumultuous world of college basketball transfers has taken another twist, as former Ohio State guard Roddy Gayle Jr. prepares to visit the University of Michigan this Friday. This development comes hot on the heels of Gayle’s visit to Creighton University, with the talented guard weighing his options amidst a flurry of interest from a host of high-profile programs.
Gayle, a native of Youngstown, Ohio, burst onto the scene as a highly touted recruit in the 2022 class, ranked as the No.
As March Madness heats up, the Pac-12 conference has emerged as one of the premier powerhouses in women’s college basketball this season. Our latest power rankings showcase the elite talent and depth of this mighty conference.
At the top, it’s a two-team race between reigning #1 UCLA and perennial contender Stanford. The Bruins have positioned themselves as the team to beat with an incredible 26-6 record, backed by an imposing strength of schedule that rates best in the Pac-12.
The coaching carousel in college basketball continues to spin, and this time, it’s Washington State’s Kyle Smith who finds himself changing scenery. After leading the Cougars to one of their best seasons in program history, Smith has accepted the head coaching job at Stanford, sources told ESPN.
Smith’s impressive 2023-24 campaign at the helm of the Washington State program was nothing short of remarkable. The Pac-12 Coach of the Year guided the Cougars to a 25-10 overall record and a 14-6 mark in conference play, just one game behind the mighty Arizona Wildcats.
The roar of the crowd was deafening as Manny Obaseki rose high above the rim, his powerful frame seeming to defy gravity. In a flash, he threw down a thunderous dunk that sent shockwaves through the arena, igniting the Texas A&M faithful and breathing new life into the Aggies’ NCAA Tournament aspirations.
As the ball rippled through the net, Obaseki let out a primal scream, his fists pounding the air in a display of raw emotion.
As the college basketball season approaches its climax, the battle for supremacy in the Southland Conference intensifies. Every game, every possession, and every shot carry immense weight, determining the fate of teams vying for the coveted conference crown. In this gripping narrative, we unveil the power rankings that separate the contenders from the pretenders, painting a vivid picture of the teams poised to etch their names in March Madness lore.
Darian DeVries, the architect behind Drake’s remarkable resurgence on the college basketball scene, has been tapped as the new head coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers, according to multiple reports. DeVries, who will turn 49 next month, is expected to sign a five-year contract with the Big 12 program, as they look to recapture the glory days of their storied basketball tradition.
DeVries’ appointment comes on the heels of a stellar six-year tenure at Drake, where he amassed an impressive 150-55 record, leading the Bulldogs to at least 20 wins in each of those seasons.
Yaxel Lendeborg has been a force for the UAB Blazers all season long, but his performance in the Conference USA championship game really put NBA scouts on notice. The 6'9" junior forward from New Jersey dominated the glass, pulling down 16 rebounds to go along with 14 points and 4 assists in the Blazers’ 85-69 rout of Temple.
Lendeborg’s rebounding prowess has been his calling card. He was named the Conference USA Defensive Player of the Year after averaging a double-double with 14.
The accolades continue to pour in for the UConn women’s basketball team as they gear up for another deep run in the NCAA Tournament. Star point guard Paige Bueckers has been named a First Team AP All-American, adding to her growing list of honors for the 2023-24 season.
Bueckers, a senior, has been the driving force behind the Huskies’ success this year, leading the team in scoring with 21.3 points per game while shooting an impressive 53.
In the high-stakes world of college basketball, where the competition to land elite recruits and reach the pinnacle of March Madness is as fierce as the games themselves, head coaches often find themselves caught in a delicate balancing act. While some programs lavish multi-million dollar salaries upon their leaders, others manage to unearth gems who can orchestrate remarkable turnarounds on a relative shoestring budget. This season, a handful of coaching wizards have emerged, defying expectations and rewriting the narrative of what can be achieved with shrewd tactics, player development, and an unwavering commitment to excellence – all without breaking the bank.
In the world of college basketball, where legends are forged and dreams are realized, there is one name that has been etched into the annals of North Carolina basketball history – RJ Davis. The senior guard, who hails from White Plains, New York, has been nothing short of sensational this season, leading the Tar Heels to new heights with his prolific scoring and clutch performances.
Davis’ latest achievement came during the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) championship game against NC State, where he surpassed Justin Jackson’s single-season record for three-pointers made.
Basketball fans know the multi-million dollar salaries commanded by top college coaches are simply the cost of doing business to attract and retain elite talent. However, every season a handful of brilliant strategists consistently get more wins per dollar than their famous, higher-paid peers. From rapid rebuilders to consistent overachievers, these are the coaches providing the biggest return on investment in 2022-23.
1. Lamont Paris, South Carolina ($2.3M) Just two years into his tenure at South Carolina, Lamont Paris has the Gamecocks headed to just their second NCAA Tournament since 2004 and tied for the program’s most regular season wins (25) in over 50 years.
Basketball fans across the nation are on the edge of their seats as the Duquesne Dukes face off against the BYU Cougars in a highly anticipated Round of 32 clash in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. The game, which is being broadcast live on truTV, has already witnessed a flurry of action, with both teams leaving it all on the court in pursuit of a coveted spot in the Sweet Sixteen.
The Road to the Final Four is officially set, and the defending national champion UConn Huskies are the resounding favorite to cut down the nets again according to ESPN’s team of experts.
In a poll of 73 analysts, writers and commentators, a whopping 83% have Dan Hurley’s squad winning the East Region and advancing to the national semifinals in Glendale, Arizona. That’s even higher than the 53.6% of brackets submitted on ESPN’s Tournament Challenge that have UConn emerging from the East.
The madness of March has been in full swing, and several local standouts from the suburban Chicago area have stolen the spotlight with their clutch performances on the hardwood. From game-winning shots to record-breaking displays, these suburban heroes have etched their names in the annals of college basketball history.
Leading the charge is Mundelein grad Conor Enright, who delivered the biggest shot of the season for Drake University in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) title game against Indiana State.
The stage is set for an electrifying showdown as the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament serves up a tantalizing matchup between two homegrown talents from Bismarck’s Century High. Lauren Ware, a redshirt junior at Texas A&M, and Logan Nissley, a true freshman at Nebraska, will trade the hardwood for a battle of wills, skill, and hometown pride.
The NCAA Selection Committee, perhaps unwittingly, has gifted basketball fans in North Dakota a clash for the ages.
In a stunning turn of events at the Big West Conference Tournament semifinals, fourth-seeded Long Beach State pulled off a major upset, knocking off top-seeded UC Irvine 83-79 in a thriller. The star of the show was Aboubacar Traore, who poured in 20 points to go along with 8 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the Beach to victory.
Long Beach State came out firing on all cylinders, riding the hot shooting of Marcus Tsohonis who had 10 first-half points.
As the college basketball season reaches its crescendo, fans across the nation eagerly await the arrival of March Madness – the most thrilling and unpredictable event in the sports calendar. The 2024 NCAA Tournament promises to be a spectacle like no other, with the nation’s top teams vying for the coveted national championship trophy.
This year’s tournament will feature a tantalizing mix of familiar powerhouses and underdog challengers, all battling it out on the hardwood for the ultimate prize.
As the nation gears up for the annual March Madness frenzy, basketball enthusiasts are preparing to fill out their NCAA Tournament brackets, hoping to predict the ultimate champion amidst the chaos of epic upsets and Cinderella stories. This yearly tradition has become a rite of passage, captivating fans across the country and transforming casual spectators into ardent bracketologists.
The allure of the NCAA Tournament lies in its unpredictable nature, where the slightest misstep can shatter even the most meticulously crafted bracket.
The Atlantic 10 conference has been a battlefield all season long, with teams duking it out night after night for prime positioning heading into the conference tournament. On Sunday, that heated rivalry will culminate with a showdown between the Duquesne Dukes and VCU Rams for the A10 championship crown.
Both teams had to grind their way through the tournament bracket to reach this point. Duquesne knocked off Saint Louis, Dayton, and St.
The Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Tournament will reach its thrilling conclusion on Saturday night, with the No. 1 seed Grand Canyon Antelopes squaring off against the red-hot UT Arlington Mavericks in the championship game at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.
For Grand Canyon, this is familiar territory. The Antelopes (28-4) claimed the regular season WAC title and enter the final as the top seed, having won 11 of their last 13 games.
Basketball fans, the time has come to immerse yourself in the adrenaline-fueled frenzy of March Madness! The 2024 NCAA Tournament is upon us, promising an exhilarating showcase of skill, determination, and sheer excitement on the hardwood. This ultimate viewer’s guide will ensure you don’t miss a single nail-biting moment of the action.
The journey begins with the First Four games on March 19th and 20th in Dayton, Ohio, where the initial battle for a spot in the main tournament unfolds.
In a move to strengthen its men’s basketball program, the University of Illinois has hired Jon Sanderson, a former strength and conditioning coach at rival Michigan, to serve as a sports performance consultant. The announcement came less than two weeks after Sanderson’s departure from Michigan, where he had been a fixture for 15 years.
Sanderson’s exit from Michigan followed a confrontation with head coach Juwan Howard on December 7th, stemming from a disagreement between an athletic trainer and Howard’s son, Jace, over the latter’s recovery from a stress fracture.
The roar of the crowd at the sold-out Levien Gymnasium reached a fever pitch as the final seconds ticked off the clock. The Princeton Tigers, top seeds and defending champions of the Ivy League tournament, had just secured a hard-fought 78-71 victory over the scrappy Brown Bears in the opening round.
Leading the charge for the Tigers was sophomore sensation Xaivian Lee. The 6'4" guard was unstoppable, slicing through the Brown defense with an array of creative moves and pouring in a game-high 27 points on an efficient 10-17 shooting.
The hopes of capturing a Big West championship came crashing down for the Cal Poly Mustangs women’s basketball team on Thursday, as they suffered a 56-48 loss against the UC Davis Aggies in the quarterfinals of the conference tournament. Despite a valiant effort from several key players, the Mustangs’ dreams of glory were cut short in Henderson, Nevada.
Leading the charge for Cal Poly was graduate guard Ania McNicholas, who turned in an impressive all-around performance with 17 points, six assists, and six rebounds.
As the college basketball season reaches its crescendo, the WAC Semifinal promises to be a showdown of epic proportions. The UT Arlington Mavericks and Tarleton Texans are set to clash in a high-stakes encounter at the Orleans Arena, with both teams leaving it all on the court in pursuit of glory.
The UT Arlington Mavericks have been on a roll, notching impressive victories against Utah Valley, Cal Baptist, and SFA. Their offensive prowess has been a force to be reckoned with, as they average a formidable 75.
In the sizzling desert city of Henderson, Nevada, the stage is set for an epic showdown as the University of Hawai’i men’s basketball team prepares to battle against the formidable UC Davis Aggies in the Hercules Tires Big West Championship semifinals. With the stakes at an all-time high and the adrenaline pumping, both teams are poised to leave everything on the hardwood of The Dollar Loan Center.
The No. 3 seed Rainbow Warriors have already tasted victory in the quarterfinals, emerging triumphant against the No.
WASHINGTON D.C. - No. 11 Duke’s run in the ACC Tournament came to a disappointing end Thursday night, as the Blue Devils fell 74-69 to NC State in the quarterfinals at Capital One Arena.
Despite a monster performance from sophomore big man Kyle Filipowski, who poured in 28 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, Duke couldn’t overcome the hot-shooting Wolfpack. NC State knocked down several timely threes and capitalized on second-chance opportunities to hold off Mike Krzyzewski’s former team.
Joson Sanon, one of the nation’s elite shooting guard prospects in the class of 2025, has whittled down his college choices to a half-dozen prestigious programs. The 6-foot-5 junior from Vermont Academy revealed his top six schools are Arizona, Boston College, Connecticut, Kansas, Kentucky, and Overtime Elite’s professional pathway.
Ranked as the No. 11 overall recruit in the 2025 class by the On3 Industry Ranking, Sanon had previously considered Georgia, Indiana, Louisville, and Providence before trimming his list.
The stakes were high as the Florida Gators and Alabama Crimson Tide took the court in a pivotal SEC showdown on March 15th, 2024. Both teams came in riding momentum from recent wins, setting the stage for an epic clash between conference rivals.
From the opening tip, it was evident that fans were in for an offensive showcase. The Gators seized an early lead behind the sharpshooting of guard Will Richard, who buried several deep triples to ignite the raucous home crowd.
