BY ALEJANDRO LOPEZ There a lot of factors that go into winning games in college basketball. But in 2026 perhaps none of those factors are larger than a team’s NIL budget. St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino credits the budget differential as the difference between his program and the team his son, Richard Pitino, coaches at Xavier. “Real proud of the team, but actually … [Read more...] about Rick Pitino says son has ‘no budget’ but ‘out-coached his dad two times’
Kentucky leads all schools with 2026 NBA All-Stars
BY ALEJANDRO LOPEZ The full roster for the 2026 NBA All-Stars was revealed on Sunday and one college program in particular holds the claim for the most representatives amongst the NBA’s brightest stars. There are 14 college programs who will have a representative in the NBA All-Star game in Los Angeles, but Kentucky is the only school with multiple representatives. … [Read more...] about Kentucky leads all schools with 2026 NBA All-Stars
Array of local NY talent in Hoophall Classic
BY ZACH SMART SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — An array of local players from the New York/New Jersey area will be on display at the Hoophall Classic this weekend. Here’s a look at some of the top names to watch: Kayden Allen, LUHI–While he has always been a versatile defender first, the Cincinnati-bound 6-foot-5 guard has steadily emerged to a go to source for LUHI. With an … [Read more...] about Array of local NY talent in Hoophall Classic
Kentucky off to worst start to SEC play in 20 years
By JAMES MADDEN Kentucky fell to 0-2 in SEC play for the first time since 2006, following its 73-68 loss to Missouri on Wednesday. After spending reportedly around $22 million on its roster, the Wildcats have fallen to 9-6 on the season overall. “It’s tough and not the way we intended to start SEC. When you go through hard times, and everybody does, the question is: … [Read more...] about Kentucky off to worst start to SEC play in 20 years
Four-star forward Joe Philon announces top five schools
By JAMES MADDEN Four-star forward Joe Philon announced his top five schools on Friday, Joe Tipton first reported. The 6-foot-9 senior from Montverde Academy (FL) is down to UCLA, Xavier, UNLV, Ohio State and South Florida. Philon recently played in the City of Palms Classic in Fort Myers, where he broke down two of the schools most heavily involved in his recruitment … [Read more...] about Four-star forward Joe Philon announces top five schools