Kentucky (ranked No. 23) hosts UCF for its final exhibition on Oct. 28 at Rupp Arena, with tipoff at 6 p.m. ET on the SEC Network. The Wildcats arrive after two strong preseason wins—69‑49 over Little Rock and 76‑65 over No. 19 Texas Tech, where Milan Momcilovic and Malachi Moreno each poured in 15 points. UCF, 1‑1 in exhibition play, looks to rebound after a loss to LSU. Kentucky will use the game to fine‑tune chemistry and rebounding before opening the regular season against Manhattan on Nov. 3.
Ohio State heads to Los Angeles for a pivotal Week 9 clash against USC, entering as 6.5‑point favorites for the 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff. The Trojans sit 6‑2, with QB Jayden Maiava throwing for 2,302 yards and 19 TDs, while receivers Kayden Dixon‑Wyatt and Trent Mosley have emerged as key threats. Ohio State’s defense, allowing just 13.4 points per game, dwarfs USC’s 25.0, though USC’s 300‑plus yard passing attack will test the Buckeyes. Analysts Cole and Joey break down how Ohio State can dominate the run, protect its quarterback, and exploit USC’s defensive lapses. The segment also previews other top matchups, including Arizona vs. Texas Tech and Florida vs. Georgia.
Interim head coach Aazaar Abdul‑Rahim addresses Maryland football reporters on Oct. 27, 2026, emphasizing a five‑week culture‑building push focused on brotherhood and team‑first mentality after Mike Locksley’s departure. He and AD Jim Smith stress supporting the players during the transition, with Abdul‑Rahim remaining a candidate for the permanent job amid strong national interest. The Terps debut his approach against Illinois on Oct. 31 at noon on Fox Sports One, while adopting permanent captains for the rest of the season. The release also notes soccer’s Laurin Mack earning Big Ten Goalkeeper of the Week, field hockey rising to No. 2 in NFHCA rankings, and women’s basketball guard Oluchi Okananwa landing on the Ann Meyers Drysdale watch list.
Advanced analytics by Evan Miyakawa crown Kentucky transfer Milan Momcilovic as the nation’s top 3‑point shooter heading into the 2026‑27 season, projecting a 43.4% clip and noting his 100‑plus extra attempts over peers. In two exhibition games, Momcilovic hit 6‑of‑11 threes while scoring 15 and 16 points. Miyakawa’s simulation of SEC teams predicts Kentucky could finish anywhere from No. 6 to No. 64 nationally, with a median ranking of 26th. The wide range highlights the Wildcats’ potential to reach the Final Four or miss the NCAA tournament altogether in Mark Pope’s third year.
Kentucky’s recruiting blitz may fall short as three top‑10 2027 prospects announce their commitments this week. Defensive standout 6‑11 Lewis Uvwo, a premier shot‑blocker, is predicted to choose Baylor over Kentucky, Cal and Providence on Oct. 28 at 3:30 PM ET. Point guard 6‑2 Reese Alston, lauded for his playmaking, is tipped for LSU on Oct. 29 at 4:00 PM ET, beating offers from Kentucky, Wichita State, Tennessee and Louisville. Charlotte native 6‑7 forward Demarcus Henry is expected to head home to North Carolina on Oct. 30, rejecting Kentucky, Arkansas and Louisville. The article dissects each recruit’s fit and Kentucky’s looming gaps.
Cooper Flagg leads the Dallas Mavericks to a 113-109 win over the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on October 26, 2026. The 19‑year‑old, now listed at 6‑10½, posts a near‑triple‑double with 29 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists, plus 5 steals and 3 blocks, showcasing guard‑like agility and stifling defense. Comparisons to Toni Kukoč highlight his versatile skill set, while his growth since his Duke days underscores his rising star status.
Mizzou basketball’s CJ Gunn faces an uncertain start to the 2026‑27 season after a judge postponed the preliminary injunction hearing that could clear his eligibility. The temporary restraining order now runs until 5 p.m. on Nov. 2, just before the Tigers must file their roster for the season‑opening game against Cleveland State. Without a new hearing, Gunn—who transferred from DePaul after averaging 13.1 points and 3.7 rebounds—may sit out unless he pursues another injunction. The thread also notes incoming football recruit Braylen Warren’s commitment and updates on other Tiger athletes, but Gunn’s status dominates the headline.
The Champaign Room predicts the Big Ten will stay in the national elite for 2026‑27, with Illinois clinching the regular‑season title under Brad Underwood and Michigan State hot on their heels. Jeremy Fears Jr. (MSU) is the projected Player of the Year, while Illinois forward Pryce Sandfort could contend for Big Ten POY. Nebraska and Purdue are forecast as triple‑bye teams, and nine mid‑tier schools—including Ohio State, Wisconsin, and Indiana—should earn NCAA Tournament bids, leaving Northwestern, Washington, Oregon, Rutgers and Penn State out. The article also lists First‑Team All‑Big Ten selections and names Underwood Coach of the Year.
Maryland guard Oluchi Okananwa, a top WNBA draft prospect and former Duke player, is leading a push for athlete rights as interim president of the United College Athletics Association. She opposes the Protect College Sports Act, arguing it favors administrators and seeks an antitrust exemption that would limit players’ input on regulations. Okananwa highlighted the need for student‑athletes to have a seat at the negotiating table, noting her effort to gather over 100 women’s basketball players’ union cards. The bill cleared the Senate in November and moves to the House next month, prompting Okananwa to call for collective bargaining and clearer written protections.
During the David Mirkovic and Andrej Stojakovic podium session at Big Ten Media Days, the two Illinois basketball players were asked who the biggest trash talker is on the team. Quentin Coleman and Jake Davis, they responded. Yes, Quentin Coleman, the freshman guard who will play his first real competitive collegiate minutes in the season […]
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UCLA M. Basketball Postgame - Coach Cronin, vs. San Diego (Oct. 27, 2026)
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On the latest Oskee Talk episode, host welcomes back Brandt Dolce to break down Illinois football’s stunning 31-24 upset of Oregon, critiquing the Ducks’ game plan and highlighting renewed optimism for the Illini’s final season stretch. The duo then preview Saturday’s Maryland showdown and shift to men’s basketball, weighing the preseason’s risks and rewards, analyzing Brad Underwood’s roster, and sharing season outlooks. Listeners get in‑depth recaps and forward‑looking analysis for both programs.
Arizona women’s basketball rebounded from a sluggish start to rout Cal State Monterey Bay 92-54 in their final exhibition before opening against Stanford on Oct. 28, 2026. Coach Becky Burke highlighted defensive lapses and the need for more physical play, while guard Aliyahna “Puff” Morris admitted the first quarter was weak. The Wildcats surged after a timeout, dominated the third quarter 28-10, and overcame a technical foul incident. Four players scored in double figures: Aliyahna Morris led with 15 points, Sumayah Sugapong added 13, Jasleen Green 12, and Makayla Presser‑Palmer posted a double‑double with 12 points and 12 rebounds.
Highights - UCLA Men's Basketball vs. University of San Diego (Oct. 27, 2026)
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The Bruins outscored San Diego by a 47-21 margin in the second half on Tuesday.
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Lawyers for RJ Luis Jr., who was briefly under contract with two NBA teams in 2025 but never played in a game, are asking a Louisiana judge to block the Southeastern Conference from punishing LSU if Luis is added to the Tigers' roster.
HARTFORD – The No. 4 UConn men's basketball team closed its exhibition slate with a 76-53 win over Purdue on Tuesday night in the preseason finale at PeoplesBank Arena. Colben Landrew led four Huskies in double-figures and UConn held Purdue under 33 percent from the floor in the win.
Dominique Wilkins will be bringing his talents to Alabama State University.
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In Kim Caldwell's debut exhibition, the Tennessee Lady Vols crush Florida A&M 132-63, showcasing a deep, balanced squad with eight players in double figures and a 26‑assist showcase. Guard Kennedy Fauntleroy, who finished with 10 points, four assists and four steals, limps off the floor with a suspected knee issue late in the fourth quarter; Caldwell says she’ll see a doctor tomorrow and seems optimistic. The win fuels excitement ahead of the regular‑season opener vs. Duquesne on Nov. 2. Florida coach Bridgette Gordon praised the Vols, underscoring the program’s renewed momentum.
Washington guard Avery Howell has been named to the 2027 Ann Meyers Drysdale Award preseason watch list, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced Tuesday.
Carolina trailed by as many as 15 points in the first half before coming back to beat Charlotte, 89-82, in overtime in the final preseason contest for both teams on Tuesday night at the Smith Center.
This was the first game in which seven Cougars scored double figures since last year's game against Omaha.
Ranked No. 4, UConn crushes Purdue 76‑53 in its final preseason game. Freshman Colben Landrew leads with 15 points, while Jayden Ross (13) and Oskar Giltay (12, two blocks) add firepower. The Huskies dominate the paint, out‑rebounding Purdue 38‑22 and forcing 9 steals that yield 18 transition points. Purdue shoots a dismal 2‑25 from three and 6‑21 overall in the frontcourt. Backup Braylon Mullins returns from knee surgery with seven points. UConn’s 32.8% shooting and 0.803 points per possession underscore a physically superior performance as they gear up for their season opener on Nov. 2.
Wisconsin's win dominate exhibition win over Oklahoma State hints at a potential pecking order for Greg Gard this upcoming season
Boilers Suffer First Exhibition Loss at #4 Uconn