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Countdown to Men’s College Basketball: 100 Things to Know About the 2026 Season

Kevin Sweeney

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Jul 24, 2026

Casey Alexander is welcomed as the new head coach of the Kansas State men’s basketball team during a press conference at Bramlage Coliseum on Monday, March 16, 2026.

K-State basketball lands four-star guard to begin its 2027 recruiting class

Cole Manbeck

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Jul 7, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams guard Brandon Rechsteiner (2) gestures as he dribbles the ball up court in the second half against the Fresno State Bulldogs at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The NCAA eligibility rule changes and what it means for K-State basketball looking ahead

Cole Manbeck

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Jun 29, 2026

Richie Saunders (left) is headed to the Grizzlies and AJ Dybantsa (right) to the Wizards as part of a huge NBA draft for the Big 12.

The Big 12’s NBA Draft Dominance Proves Its Commitment to Basketball Excellence is Paying Off

Patrick Andres

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Jun 25, 2026

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Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Miami (OH) RedHawks guard Peter Suder (5) shoots a layup during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Top Undrafted Free Agent Targets in the 2026 NBA Draft Class

Randall Sweet

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Jun 19, 2026

Nov 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies forward Toibu Lawal (1) grabs a rebound during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at CFG Bank Arena.

Who are the Three Most Underrated Defenders in the 2026 NBA Draft?

Randall Sweet

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Jun 4, 2026

Jan 3, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets forward Kowacie Reeves Jr. (14) shoots against the Boston College Eagles in the second half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Indiana Pacers Hosting Six More Prospects for Pre-Draft Workout Friday

Alex Golden

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May 29, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Miami (FL) Hurricanes forward Timo Malovec (88) shoots the ball while Virginia Cavaliers guard Dallin Hall (30) defends during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Emily Faith Morgan-Imagn Images

Casey Alexander expecting a breakout season from Timotej Malovec

Cole Manbeck

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May 19, 2026

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle coaches in the first half of the NCAA Basketball game at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati on Jan. 14, 2026.

Two Colorado Buffaloes Role Players That Tad Boyle Will Have To Rely On

Liam Howard

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May 11, 2026

Kansas State Wildcats forward Taj Manning (15) shoots the ball against Kansas Jayhawks during the Sunflower Showdown game inside Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas, on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

Taj Manning Transferred to Iowa State With One Goal in Mind

Julia Ruocchio

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May 3, 2026

Kansas Basketball Targeting Kansas State Transfer Abdi Bashir Jr

Dillon Davis

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Apr 30, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle reacts in the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

NCAA Tournament Expansion Impacting Colorado Buffaloes

Aiden Checketts

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Apr 29, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats forward Taj Manning (15) warms up before playing against the Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center.

Iowa State Basketball Can Better Utilize Taj Maning Than Kansas State

Kenneth Teape

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Apr 28, 2026

Jerome Tang (left) and Scott Drew (right) worked together to bring a championship to Baylor in 2021.

Ex-Kansas State Coach Jerome Tang Returning to Baylor As an Assistant

Patrick Andres

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Apr 28, 2026

Gavin Blachowicz and Ty Horn combined for a shutout against Illinois to clinch to the weekend series over the Illini.

How to Watch No. 16 Nebraska Baseball vs. Kansas State with Preview, Breakdown, Streaming

Geoff Exstrom

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Apr 27, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats forward Taj Manning (15) warms up before playing against the Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center.

Iowa State Transfer Taj Manning Reflects on Time With Kansas State

Kenneth Teape

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Apr 23, 2026

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Jr. Payne yells out during the second round game of the Big 12 Tournament inside T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Colorado Women's Basketball Gains Big 12 Experience With Latest Transfer Portal Find

Harrison Simeon

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Apr 14, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas State Wildcats forward Taj Manning (15) goes to the basket against Kansas Jayhawks forward Bryson Tiller (15) during the first half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

Breaking Down Taj Manning’s Fit With Iowa State Basketball

Lucca Mazzie

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Apr 13, 2026

Illinois State Redbirds guard Ty'Reek Coleman (10) goes up for a basket against Auburn Tigers forward Sebastian Williams-Adams (33) on Thursday, April 2, 2026, during an NIT semifinals matchup at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Transfer Portal Guard Target Emerges for Nebraska Basketball

Trevor Tarr

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Apr 13, 2026

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