BY ZACH SMART Exploiting mismatches by taking smaller defenders to the rim, levitating and freeing up air space for his jumper, and playing instinctively on the defensive end, Class of 2026 PSA Cardinals forward Julius Avent was among the top performers during Peach Jam. Putting the ball on the deck comfortably at 6-foot-7, sticking the outside shot with consistency, and … [Read more...] about Class of 26 forward Julius Avent sets officials
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A new look coming for Banners On The Parkway in August
Our coverage remains the same but with a new look In just a couple of weeks, Banners On The Parkway is switching to a new platform as part of SB Nation’s network-wide move to a new publishing platform. This will change the look of the site and also make it faster and more reliable on any device you use. This is an upgrade. When you land on the site, it will look cleaner – less … [Read more...] about A new look coming for Banners On The Parkway in August
Stockrising point guard Cameron Lomax previews official visit slate
By SAM LANCE NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Class of 2026 four-star prospect Cameron Lomax has seen his stock soar this summer due to his play with Drive Nation on the Nike EYBL circuit. Lomax, the 6-foot point guard out of Faith Family Academy (TX), was previously a standout football player, but he decided to shift his focus to basketball. It’s paid off this summer in a big way, … [Read more...] about Stockrising point guard Cameron Lomax previews official visit slate
Xavier men’s basketball releases full 2025-26 non-conference schedule
Jovanny Hernandez / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Everything old is new again. It seems like November is still such a long way down the road, but landmarks are starting to tick by as we progress towards the beginning of basketball games being played in earnest. While Xavier’s full schedule won’t be released until the Big East irons out … [Read more...] about Xavier men’s basketball releases full 2025-26 non-conference schedule
Zach Freemantle lands with the Orlando Magic
Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images Xavier’s stalwart is going to get a crack at the NBA Summer League First the news: Xavier’s Zach Freemantle will join the Orlando Magic for NBA Summer League, I’m told.The two-time 2nd Team All-Big East forward averaged 16.8 PTS, 6.8 REB, 2.1 AST this season, earning nods for the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament and NABC Reese’s All-Star … [Read more...] about Zach Freemantle lands with the Orlando Magic





