College Basketball News - Sports Illustrated

McDonough (right) and Raftery (left) worked together for many years at ESPN and CBS.

ESPN’s Sean McDonough Explains How Bill Raftery Got the Nickname ‘Uncle One More’

McDonough just added to Raftery’s legend on the latest episode of ‘SI Media Podcast.’

McDonough (right) and Raftery (left) worked together for many years at ESPN and CBS.

ESPN’s Sean McDonough Explains How Bill Raftery Got the Nickname ‘Uncle One More’

McDonough just added to Raftery’s legend on the latest episode of ‘SI Media Podcast.’

Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo led the Irish to a home upset of No. 2 UConn on Thursday night.

Notre Dame Makes Bold Declaration About Hannah Hidalgo After Win vs. UConn

Hidalgo once again played a starring role in Notre Dame's ranked win over No. 2 UConn

UConn rallied back from a poor showing at the Maui Invitational with wins last week over Baylor and Texas.

Men’s Basketball Watchability: UConn Seeks to Continue Maui Bounce Back vs. Gonzaga

The pair of top-25 teams squares off under the lights in Madison Square Garden. Plus, No. 1 Tennessee heads into a hostile environment for its toughest test yet.

ESPN announcer Dick Vitale speaks for an interivew.

ESPN's Dick Vitale Announces He Is Cancer Free During Jimmy V Week

Vitale was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer in July 2023.

RECENT STORIES

Zach Edey Cemented His Status As a College Basketball Legend in 2024

OTE’s eight teams play games—many of which are streamed on Prime or YouTube—in a state-of-the-art arena in Atlanta.

Power Elite: How Overtime Went From Highlight Culture to Basketball Academy

BYU welcomes top prospect AJ Dybantsa

BYU Crowd Gives No. 1 Commit AJ Dybantsa Such a Special Welcoming Moment

Utah Prep's AJ Dybantsa drives to the basket on Highland's Jemal Smith, left, and Josh Hamilton during a game at Emmanuel College in Boston on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

UNC Basketball Bizarrely Cited Duke, Zion Williamson While Recruiting No. 1 Prospect

NCAA president Charlie Baker says the looming House settlement can be completed and would welcome government oversight of college athletics.

NCAA President Charlie Baker Would Welcome Government Oversight After House Settlement

Caitlin Clark voiced the key difference between the women's professional game and college basketball.

Caitlin Clark Names One Crucial Difference Between College Basketball, WNBA

AJ Dybantsa speaks at an event.

No. 1 Hoops Recruit AJ Dybantsa Picks Surprising School Over Kansas, UNC

Tennessee guard Chaz Lanier has been a big reason why the Vols are undefeated this season.

Predicting When Men’s College Basketball Eight Unbeaten Teams Will Lose

Missouri Tigers fans storm the court after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks at Mizzou Arena.

Mizzou Fans Storm Court, Sing ‘Mr. Brightside’ After Upset vs. No. 1 Kansas

Moore led Michigan to a 13–10 win over rival Ohio State last Saturday.

Michigan's Sherrone Moore Trolls Ohio State With Flag-Planting Gesture at Hoops Game

Pitino wears a sweater inspired by late St. John's coach Carnesecca Saturday against Kansas State.

Rick Pitino's Classy Gesture Pays Tribute to Late St. John's Legend Lou Carnesecca

Taylor University students storm the court during the 2024 Silent Night game.

Taylor University Needed Just 90 Seconds to Erupt Into Chaos for Silent Night Game

Flagg is the top NBA draft prospect a month into the college basketball season.

NBA Draft Big Board: Three Blue Devils in Top 10, Rutgers’ Dylan Harper, Ace Bailey Near Top

Sister Jean became a household name during Loyola Chicago's run to the Final Four in 2018.

Loyola Chicago Adorably Apologizes for Leaving Sister Jean Hanging With Fist Bumps After Win

NBA TV analyst Charles Barkley discusses a game on-air.

Charles Barkley Still Thinks Auburn Is Better Team Than Duke After Loss

ON SI

Alabama center Clifford Omoruyi (11) dunks the ball against Rutgers at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV on Wednesday, Nov 27, 2024.

Clifford Omoruyi Will 'Have to Step Up' Against Creighton's Top Scorer

How to Watch: Boston College Men’s Basketball vs Stonehill

UNC basketball forward Cade Tyson

Expert Gives Harsh Grade to UNC Basketball Newcomer Cade Tyson

Dec 11, 2024; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey gives instruction before the start of the second half against the UTEP Miners at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Texas-El Paso 77-74. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

Pat Kelsey Excited for First Louisville-Kentucky Rivalry Experience

Michigan State's Szymon Zapala scores against Monmouth during the second half on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

MSU's Zapala's Reason for Joining the Program

Mar 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; UCLA center Aday Mara (15) and Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (14) fight for the ball during the first half of a game at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom.

Arizona Wildcats Have Golden Opportunity To Right Ship Against UCLA Bruins

What Kevin Young Wants BYU Fans to Know About AJ Dybantsa

Xavier Musketeers forward Lazar Djokovic (17), Cincinnati Bearcats forward Ody Oguama (33), Xavier Musketeers guard Dayvion McKnight (20), Xavier Musketeers guard Desmond Claude (1) and Cincinnati Bearcats forward John Newman III (15) compete for a rebound in the first half of the 91st Crosstown Shootout basketball game between the Cincinnati Bearcats and the Xavier Musketeers, Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Cintas Center in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Opens as Moderate Betting Favorite Against Xavier in 2024 Crosstown Shootout

A general overall view of the Crypto.com Arena

LOOK: NCAA Reveals Logo for 2026 Final Four in Indianapolis

Dec 8, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Dajuan Harris Jr. (3) drives during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

No. 10 Kansas vs. NC State: Can the Jayhawks Get Back on Track?

Are The Vibes Better A Week Later? | Nebrasketball Brunch Show

Nebrasketball Brunch Show: Are The Vibes Better A Week Later?

Michigan State's Jaden Akins makes a 3-pointer against Nebraska during the second half on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

One Major Reason the Spartans Have Jumped Out to Strong Start

The Gators strong start keeps giving them more respect in the power rankings

Gators Men's Basketball Continues Rise in ESPN Power Rankings

Maryland Terrapins guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie (0) defends Purdue Boilermakers guard Fletcher Loyer (2)

Fletcher Loyer Putting Higher Emphasis on Rebounding for Purdue

Dec 10, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Igor Milicic Jr. (7) dunks in the first half against the Miami Hurricanes at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Illinois Basketball vs. Tennessee: Odds, Trends and Prediction