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May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Deuce is officially an NBA champion.

May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

Deuce is officially an NBA champion.

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Mountaineers in the Pros

Another Mountaineer great is doing big things in the NBA.

West Virginia starting pitcher Aidan Major.

Mountaineers in the Pros

Major had a hard line drive come right back at him on Tuesday night.

May 25, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) reacts in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during game four of the eastern conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

Deuce is on the verge of becoming the next Mountaineer to win a ring.

Apr 28, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla watches from the sideline as they take on the Philadelphia 76ers during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

A timeline of Joe Mazzulla's coaching career since he graduated from WVU.

West Virginia University guard Jordan Harrison

Mountaineers in the Pros

The standout guard will be looking for a new home.

May 10, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) shoots the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter during game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

What a performance from the former Mountaineer on the big stage.

May 8, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Alek Manoah (47) returns to the dugout after pitching against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

AK is back in the show!

Mountaineers in the Pros

The former Mountaineer shined in her professional debut.

JJ Wetherholt reacts to his walk-off hit against the Tampa Bay Rays. Jeff Curry - Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

The former Mountaineer cleared the bases in an unusual way on Friday night.

West Virginia University Eddie Vesterinen

Mountaineers in the Pros

Another opportunity for the former Mountaineer defensive lineman.

Mountaineers in the Pros

The West Virginia guard is hoping to get a chance at the next level.

Apr 29, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt (26) hits a double against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the ninth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

What a start it has been for JJ Wetherholt in the MLB.

West Virginia University guard Jordan Harrison

Mountaineers in the Pros

The Mountaineer legend is getting her shot in the WNBA.

West Virginia University defensive back Kekoura Tarnue

Mountaineers in the Pros

An opportunity for the former Mountaineer safety.

Mountaineers in the Pros

The former Mountaineers had a big impact in the Cardinals' win over the Pirates on Monday.

Mountaineers in the Pros

Jeff Weimer, Edward Vesterinen, and Chase Wilson get their foot in the door at the next level.

West Virginia University running back CJ Donaldson.

Mountaineers in the Pros

The former Mountaineer tailback lands in the NFL.

Mountaineers in the Pros

A pair of Mountaineers won't have to go far to begin their NFL journey.

Nov 20, 2021; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor (90) chases Texas Longhorns quarterback Hudson Card (1) during the third quarter at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

The grass isn't always greener, but Mesidor still accomplished his dream.

Nov 23, 2018; Morgantown, WV, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers quarterback Will Grier (7) hugs West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Dana Holgorsen during senior night activities before their game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

Only a couple of WVU quarterbacks have lasted longer in the NFL than Will Grier.

Mountaineers in the Pros

Despite a record breaking season, no Mountaineers were selected in the 2026 WNBA Draft.

Mar 29, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics Head Coach Joe Mazzulla watches from the sideline during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

Looking at where the former Mountaineers are in the NBA Playoffs.

Apr 12, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Javon Small (10) shoots the ball as Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) defends during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

A look at the seasons of Jevon Carter, Miles McBride, Toby Okani, and Javon Small.

Apr 3, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Toby Okani (5) reacts after a basket during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Mountaineers in the Pros

The Morgantown to Memphis pipeline played well on Friday night.