Spartans reclaim their identity in dominant victory over No. 6 Baylor
Tom Izzo's best teams have been known for great defense. The Spartans did just that on Saturday, forcing 21 turnovers in an 87-64 win over N...DECEMBER 17, 2023
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With No. 6 Baylor next, how does Michigan State get back on track?
Michigan State entered this season with national championship aspirations, but Tom Izzo's team currently sits at 4-5 heading into a matchup...DECEMBER 16, 2023
Michigan head coach Juwan Howard set to return Saturday
Michigan men’s basketball head coach Juwan Howard will return to his role on Saturday when the Wolverines host Eastern Michigan.DECEMBER 16, 2023
Why this will be a college basketball weekend to remember
Heading into a loaded weekend of college basketball, John Fanta makes his picks for the top games, while also unveiling 10 early-season take...DECEMBER 15, 2023
Arizona standout Caleb Love looks to have the last word, prove doubters wrong
After an "absolute roller coaster" of a year, Caleb Love found a new home at Arizona and has helped guide the Wildcats to an 8-0 record and...DECEMBER 14, 2023
Ranking the top 10 freshmen in college basketball this season
This year's freshman class is loaded with talent, including Isaiah Collier and Ja'Kobe Walter, but it's a sharp-shooting guard from Kentucky...DECEMBER 12, 2023
College basketball blue blood tiers: Where do UCLA, Villanova land?
Kentucky, Kansas and North Carolina have the most wins in college basketball history, but where do UCLA and Villanova rank among the blue bl...DECEMBER 7, 2023
College basketball big man ladder: Zach Edey on top, PJ Hall and Joel Soriano emerge
The trend of big men dominating college basketball has continued this season, with Zach Edey and Hunter Dickinson leading the way.DECEMBER 6, 2023
Dylan Harper, No. 2 overall recruit in class of 2024, commits to Rutgers
Dylan Harper, the younger son of five-time NBA champion and 15-year pro Ron Harper, is the highest-ranked commit in Rutgers history.DECEMBER 6, 2023
Max Abmas looks to make his mark at Texas: 'I'll do whatever I have to do for us to win'
After four memorable years at Oral Roberts, the nation's active leading scorer returned home to Texas and has one goal in mind for his final...DECEMBER 5, 2023
Boo Buie leads Northwestern to another memorable upset win over No. 1 Purdue
Boo Buie scored a season-high 31 points to help Northwestern upset Zach Edey and No. 1 Purdue for the second straight season, winning 92-88...DECEMBER 2, 2023
Big East-Big 12 Battle: Kevin McCullar Jr. pushes Kansas past UConn in epic thriller
Kevin McCullar Jr. scored a team-high 21 points to lead No. 5 Kansas to a memorable 69-65 win over No. 4 UConn in the Big East-Big 12 Battle...DECEMBER 2, 2023
2023-24 Best college basketball players: Top 25 players in first 25 days of the season
Is Zach Edey the top player in college basketball right now? Where does Hunter Dickinson rank? John Fanta ranks the top 25 players in the co...NOVEMBER 30, 2023
USC's Bronny James cleared to return to basketball following cardiac arrest
USC freshman Bronny James, who suffered cardiac arrest July 24, has been cleared to make a full return to basketball and is expected to prac...NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Big East-Big 12 Battle: Clingan vs. Dickinson, Shaka Smart vs. Texas among top storylines
The Big East-Big 12 Battle is loaded with compelling storylines, including a top-five showdown in Lawrence and Shaka Smart facing his previo...NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Arizona stays unbeaten, edges Michigan State in Thanksgiving thriller
Just when it looked like Michigan State would find victory on Thanksgiving Day, Tommy Lloyd's Wildcats reminded everybody why there's a No....NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Marquette knocks off No. 1 Kansas, 73-59, advances to Maui Invitational championship
The No. 1 team in the country has fallen in college basketball, and it's courtesy of the reigning Big East champion, the fourth-ranked Marqu...NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Alex Karaban leads UConn to Empire Classic title: 'We're hungry for more'
The defending national champion UConn Huskies won their 22nd consecutive non-conference game by double digits, defeating Texas 81-71 to clai...NOVEMBER 21, 2023
5 storylines to watch during Thanksgiving week: A potential 1 vs. 2 matchup on tap?
Thanksgiving week has arrived and it comes with a loaded slate of men's college basketball matchups, including a potential 1 vs. 2 showdown.NOVEMBER 20, 2023
2023 Gavitt Tipoff Games: Michigan State, Villanova get back on track
Tyson Walker led Michigan State to a win over Butler, while Villanova put on a defensive clinic in a victory over Maryland. Here are three t...NOVEMBER 18, 2023
UConn star Paige Bueckers is back, stronger and 'even more confident'
Paige Bueckers has dealt with injuries over the past two years, but now UConn's star guard is back healthy with a new sense of purpose and "...NOVEMBER 16, 2023
2023 Gavitt Tipoff Games: Three takeaways from Night 2
Marquette showed its toughness in a win over Illinois, while Trey Alexander shined in Creighton's win over Iowa. Here are three takeaways fr...NOVEMBER 15, 2023
2023 Gavitt Tipoff Games: Three takeaways from opening night
Dug McDaniel was dominant in Michigan's win over St. Johns, while Zach Edey helped Purdue hold off Xavier in the opening night of the 2023 G...NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Pitino Chronicles, Episode 1: A coaching legend returns to Madison Square Garden
In Episode 1 of the "Pitino Chronicles," St. John's head coach Rick Pitino sits down with John Fanta to discuss his return to Madison Square...NOVEMBER 13, 2023
