Calipari Does A 180 That Should Make Even Highest-Flying Hogs Proud After Memphis Win
Arkansas led for 39 minutes and beat Memphis by double digits in an exhibition game that was never in doubt. John Calipari was not impressed.
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Louisville Finishes Preseason with 71-39 Victory
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – University of Louisville men's basketball outscored Mercyhurst 41-18 in the second half on Wednesday night, leading to a 71-39 exhibition victory over the Lakers.
Indiana Takes Down Marian In Exhibition
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Four Hoosiers scored in double digits as Indiana defeated Marian, 87-39, on Wednesday night at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
No. 3 Illini Stamp Out Flames, 101-66, in Exhibition Finale
No. 3-ranked Fighting Illini close out exhibition play with decisive victory over UIC.
Seedy K’s Exhi Observations: Mercyhurst
Pat Kelsey’s Louisville Cardinals dominate DI newcomer Mercyhurst 71-39, pouring 56 points in the paint. Alvaro Folguieras leads with seven rebounds, five assists and a pair of turnovers, while Flory Bidunga scores early before handing off four miscues. JayHawk transfer (likely Isaac Ellis) adds a triple, and Jackson Shelstad nails another. Obi Ekezie protects the rim with four blocks and eight rebounds, and De’Shayne Montgomery provides efficient bench scoring. Despite a quiet crowd and 17 turnovers, the Cardinals showcase interior strength ahead of tougher matchups next week.
WVU Downs Wheeling University in Exhibition Play Wednesday Night
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – West Virginia concluded preseason play with a 98-55 victory over Division II Wheeling University on Wednesday night at Hope Coliseum.
The best Kentucky Basketball starting lineup became obvious in win vs. UCF
After three exhibition games, Kentucky’s optimal starting five for the 2026-27 season emerges: point guard Mason Williams (8 pts, <1 turnover), shooting guard Alex Wilkins (+32 plus‑minus), small forward Milan Momcilovic (took over OT vs. UCF), power forward Ousmane N’Diaye (defensive versatility, 31% shooting), and center Malachi Moreno (near triple‑double against UCF). The article argues Williams should replace Zoom Diallo, Wilkins needs to curb turnovers, and N’Diaye wins the PF battle over Justin McBride for now. This lineup is presented as the team’s best chemistry heading into the regular season.
Illini snuff Flames in final exhibition game
Illinois blows out UIC 101-61 in its final exhibition, showcasing a deep freshman lineup despite missing Andrej Stojakovic and Zvonimir Ivisic. Tomislav Ivisic leads with 14 points as the Illini shoot 54.4% overall and 15‑for‑38 from three. Freshmen dominate: Quentin Coleman (10 points, 5 assists, 7 rebounds), Ethan Brown (12 points), Lincoln Williams (9), and Stefan Vaaks off the bench (10 points, 5 assists). Illinois builds a 35‑point halftime lead and holds on despite a slower second half. The win caps the exhibition slate before the regular season opens at home against FDU on Nov. 2.
Baylor vs UCF Prediction: Who Can Build Off the Moment?
Baylor has a new coach, UCF got a defining win, and the winner has a chance to get into the Big 12 title chase. Here's the CFN game preview and prediction.
“Little Outdated”: JuJu Watkins’ USC Teammate Makes Her Opinion About WNBA’s Eligibility Rules Crystal Clear
USC guard Jazzy Davidson says the WNBA’s eligibility rules feel "a little outdated," but she still values the college experience. In an Oct. 28 interview, she noted the league’s age‑and‑graduation requirements—four years removed from high school, a degree, or turning 22—contrast with the NBA’s long‑standing early‑entry option. Davidson stopped short of calling for reform, emphasizing education and team bonds. The Trojans open the 2026‑27 season on Nov. 2 against UNLV, with JuJu Watkins returning after an ACL tear that sidelined her for the 2025‑26 campaign. Davidson, who led USC with 17.9 points per game as a freshman, will now team up with Watkins as the squad eyes a deeper NCAA run.
6 days till Iowa Hoops: Jaidyn Coon
Iowa’s next season opener introduces freshman Jaidyn Coon, the 2025‑26 Iowa Mr. Basketball from Storm Lake. In his senior year he posted 22 points, 9.3 rebounds and 3 assists per game, leading his high school to its first state‑tournament wins since 1980. After originally committing to Creighton, Coon flips to Iowa following Greg McDermott’s retirement and Ben McCollum’s recruiting push. In his first exhibition he logged four minutes, hit a three, drew two fouls and finished with three dunks, showcasing the energy the Hawkeyes need. He now battles Isaia Howard and Tate Sage for wing minutes, but his athleticism could make an immediate impact.
LIVE: Indiana Women's Basketball Postgame Press Conference
LIVE: Indiana Women's Basketball Postgame Press Conference
Kenzie Hare’s big night leads IU women’s basketball to exhibition win over Marian
IU women's basketball blasts Marian 87-39 in its sole exhibition game, finishing with a decisive 73-19 run after trailing by eight in the second quarter. Transfer guard Kenzie Hare sparks the comeback, draining six 3-pointers for 18 points while adding five rebounds and eight assists in 25 minutes. Forward Zania Socka‑Nguemen contributes 13 points and nine rebounds, signaling a healthier role after an injury‑marred debut season. Nine Hoosiers score at least five points, and four hit double figures. The team now turns its focus to the season opener against FGCU on Nov. 3 at Assembly Hall.
Highlights, MVP, and Twitter reactions to Kentucky Wildcats’ thrilling win vs. UCF Knights
Kentucky wrestles UCF into overtime before sealing a 90-76 victory at Rupp Arena on Oct. 29, 2026. The Wildcats led by as many as 13 early, but the Knights rallied to force extra time, where Kentucky’s efficiency shines. Milan Momcilovic tops the box score with 19 points, while Mason Williams adds 18 off the bench and Malachi Moreno posts a double‑double (16 points, 13 rebounds, eight assists). Alex Wilkins hits the regulation‑tying bucket and a crucial overtime three. Kentucky shoots 6‑8 overall and 3‑5 from three, dominating the OT 14‑5. The win highlights strong second‑half adjustments and a clutch performance from several freshmen.
Kentucky Basketball wins OT thriller vs. UCF: 4 things to know and postgame cheers
Kentucky (No. 23) escapes an exhibition loss with a 90‑76 overtime win over UCF at Rupp Arena on Oct. 29, 2026. Freshman guard Mason Williams shines, going perfect in the first half (7 points on 3‑of‑3) and adding more threes later, while the Wildcats endure multiple scoring droughts—four stretches of 2–5 minutes without a field goal—highlighting offensive inconsistency. Coach Mark Pope’s squad relied heavily on perimeter shots and struggled to attack the paint, prompting a call for a more balanced inside‑out game before the regular‑season opener against Manhattan on Nov. 3. The win offers a glimpse of potential but underscores work needed on rhythm and defense.
Missed free throws nearly cost Kentucky Wildcats vs. UCF, but Alex Wilkins saved the game
Kentucky's 90-76 overtime win over UCF nearly slipped away when the Wildcats went 9‑of‑17 from the free‑throw line and shot just 12‑of‑33 in the second half. UCF capitalized, hitting 20‑of‑23 free throws and taking a lead with 26.5 seconds left. A missed free throw by UCF gave Alex Wilkins a chance, and he nailed a floater with under a second remaining to force overtime, where Kentucky sealed the victory. The recap stresses how missed freebies can jeopardize games, citing that every national champion in the past decade shot at least 70% from the line.
Utah State basketball prepares to tips off a new chapter under Ben Jacobson
Utah State men’s basketball enters the season with a new coach, faster style, deeper roster and heightened excitement as the Aggies begin Pac-12 play.
Name to know: IU basketball getting visit from 2028 4-star PG Amarion Smith-Holley
Indiana basketball is set to host 2028 four‑star point guard Amarion Smith‑Holley during the weekend of Nov. 14, according to 247Sports reporter Dushawn London. The 6‑foot junior from Richwoods HS in Peoria, Ill., posted 21.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.5 steals as a sophomore and earned Class 4A IBCA and Illinois Media all‑state first‑team honors. Ranked No. 74 overall and No. 14 at his position, Smith‑Holley also played for Mac Irvin Fire on the Nike EYBL circuit and has offers from Kansas, Illinois, LSU, TCU, and more. IU football meets USC that same weekend.
RJ Luis Lawsuit Fights SEC and LSU for His Constitutional Right to Play, Clayton Says
Todd Horne Column The SEC Created This Fight. Tony Clayton Says Greg Sankey Has It In for LSU. RJ Luis’ attorneys sued LSU after the university and Will Wade yielded to SEC pressure. Clayton says [...] The post RJ Luis Lawsuit Fights SEC and LSU for His Constitutional Right to Play, Clayton Says appeared first on TigerRag.com .
Lauren Whittaker Named to Becky Hammon Award Watchlist
Gonzaga forward Lauren Whittaker (33) makes the 2027 Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year preseason watch list, joining 24 other top mid‑major talent. The New Zealand native, a redshirt sophomore who rebounded a meniscus tear in 2024‑25, set Gonzaga’s single‑season rebound record with 348 and earned WCC Player of the Year in 2025‑26. After a 24‑point, game‑high performance in an 84‑43 exhibition win over Division II Westmont, Whittaker aims to replicate her double‑double dominance as Gonzaga moves into the revamped Pac‑12. The Zags open the season at home versus North Dakota State on Nov. 2, 2026.
Men's Basketball Faces UNLV in Exhibition Thursday
Men's Basketball Faces UNLV in Exhibition Thursday
Dick Vitale is ‘full speed ahead’ to call games this college basketball season
Dick Vitale, the iconic ESPN college basketball voice, says he’s “full speed ahead” for the upcoming season despite battling melanoma in his fifth cancer treatment. After a limited return last year—calling a First Four game with Charles Barkley—Vitale will kick off the season at the Dick Vitale Invitational on November 27, when North Carolina faces West Virginia in Charlotte. He vows to only take assignments he can complete with his trademark energy, and his ESPN contract runs through 2027‑28, marking 48 years with the network.
LSU Basketball Signee R.J. Luis Not Giving Up Legal Fight To Play, And Gets Court Order Saying He Is Eligible
By GLENN GUILBEAU, Tiger Rag Editor Former St. John’s Big East Player of the Year R.J. Luis, who signed two NBA contracts in 2025 after not being selected in the ’25 NBA Draft, is still [...] The post LSU Basketball Signee R.J. Luis Not Giving Up Legal Fight To Play, And Gets Court Order Saying He Is Eligible appeared first on TigerRag.com .
Utah basketball taking exhibition lessons into season opener
Utah basketball enters the season with an experienced roster, growing chemistry and clear priorities after three revealing exhibition games.
Open Thread: Louisville vs. Mercyhurst
Let’s wrap up the preseason the right way. Go Cards.
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