Noted Grateful Dead fan Bill Walton is the narrator of ‘Fire On The Mountain,’ an extreme sports documentary on ESPN featuring music by the band.
Wichita State Coach Gregg Marshall’s Job Could Be in Jeopardy Due To Damning Allegations
Damning allegations about Wichita State coach Gregg Marshall recently came to light. Based on history, his job could certainly be in jeopardy.
The Tragic Death of College Basketball Player Jeron Lewis Who Collapsed on the Court During a Game
In 2010, Jeron Lewis was playing in a game for the University of Southern Indiana when he collapsed on the court and died shortly after.
Patrick Ewing and Dikembe Mutombo Take Georgetown Back To the Future
Hall of Fame player Dikembe Mutombo’s son has continued a tradition of the children of former Georgetown players committing to the Hoyas.
The Inspiring Life and Heartbreaking Death of College Basketball Hero Lauren Hill
A look at the incredible story of Lauren Hill, who battled through cancer to achieve her dream of playing college basketball before passing away at 19.
Villanova’s Jay Wright Should Be at The Top of the Sixers Coaching Wish List
The Philadelphia 76ers need a head coach, and Villanova’s Jay Wright could be the perfect fit — if he’s ready to jump to the NBA.
What Was John Thompson’s Net Worth?
The legendary former Georgetown coach John Thompson has died at 78 years old. With all of his success, what was Thompson’s net worth?
John Thompson Won 2 NBA Titles as a Player Before Starting His Coaching Career
Before he started his legendary coaching career, John Thompson played two NBA seasons and he won two NBA titles during that time.
John Thompson Said 6 Words and Sparked a Monster Basketball Rivalry
John Thompson Jr. was a Hall of Fame coach who helped build the Big East via Georgetown’s rivalry with Syracuse.
John Thompson Would Have Died on 9/11 If Not for a Radio Producer’s Life-Saving Intervention
On September 11, 2001, Georgetown legend John Thompson almost boarded Flight 77. A radio producer, however, saved the coach’s life.
Why Does Coach George Raveling Own MLK’s Original Copy of the ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech?
American civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made his historic ‘I Have a Dream’ speech on Aug. 28, 1963.
What College Team Did Alex Caruso Play For?
Alex Caruso has become an essential piece on the LA Lakers. So, before he became an NBA star, what college team did Caruso play on?
Texas Tech Had to Fire Marlene Stollings After a Clerical Error
Texas Tech fired women’s basketball coach Marlene Stollings after two seasons following player complaints exposed by USA Today.
Sabrina Ionescu Has a Twin Sibling That Also Plays College Basketball
Sabrina Ionescu is one of the most popular basketball players in the world. Believe it or not, she has a twin who also plays basketball.
Dean Smith Bought Dinner for his Former Players After His Death
Legendary North Carolina basketball coach Dean Smith bough dinner for all his former players after he died in 2015.
Who Is Kara Lawson?
Kara Lawson has been in the news recently after Duke hired her to coach its women’s basketball team. Who exactly is she?
Netflix Series: ‘Last Chance U’ Will Switch to Basketball in 2021
‘Last Chance U’ will move to basketball in 2021. The series has focused on football for the past five seasons.
Penn State Head Coach Patrick Chambers Accused of Racist Speech by Former Player
Former Penn State player Rasir Bolton just explained why he left the team in 2019, and it doesn’t look good for Patrick Chambers.
UNLV Basketball Star Armen Gilliam Tragically Died While Doing What He Loved
While UNLV might not be a traditional sports powerhouse, the Runnin’ Rebels briefly dominated the NCAA basketball landscape. With Jerry Tarkanian on the sidelines, the program reached four Final Fours and won one national title; they also produced stars like Larry Johnson, Greg Anthony, and Armen Gilliam. Armen Gilliam’s impressive college basketball career RELATED: Which …
The Tragic Death of Neil Reed, the Former Indiana Basketball Star Best Known for Being Choked by Bob Knight
A look back on the life and basketball career of Neil Reed, the former Indiana star that was best known for being choked by Bob Knight.
Rick Pitino’s Providence Friars Rallied Around Their Coach After His Young Son’s Death
Legendary college basketball coach Rick Pitino’s Providence College Friars rallied around Pitino after the death of his young son in 1987.
Geno Auriemma Delivered the Perfect Message After the Tragic Death of Rival Coach Pat Summitt
Pat Summitt became the greatest women’s basketball coach in history at the University of Tennessee before she tragically died at age 64.
Michigan State Just Landed the Best High School Prospect Since LeBron James
Emoni Bates is the No. 1 prospect in the 2022 high school class and the best basketball prospect since LeBron James.
Duke Coach Mike Krzyzewski Just Proved Why He’s the Leader America Needs
Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski showed tremendous leadership in his powerful video message about the Black Lives Matter statement.
Former Syracuse Star Fab Melo Tragically Died After a Short NBA Career
Fab Melo was a star at Syracuse and helped them become a top college basketball team in the country. He, however, died way too soon.
The Tragic Death of NC State Basketball Hero Lorenzo Charles
Lorenzo Charles made one of the most famous game-winning shots in basketball history, but a tragic accident in 2011 ended his life too early.
Jimmy V’s Tragic Death Came Less Than 2 Months After His Iconic ESPY Speech
In 1993, Jim Valvano inspired the world with a touching speech at the ESPY Awards. The coach would tragically die less than two months later.
Hank Gathers Could Have Been Better Than Shaq in the NBA If Not for His Tragic On-Court Death
Hank Gathers had a promising NBA career ahead of him, but it was cut short after he collapsed during a game and died at the age of 23.
What Happened to La Salle Superstar Lionel “L Train” Simmons?
Lionel Simmons was one of the great college basketball stars of the late ’80s, but his NBA career left much to be desired.
Fennis Dembo Was Loyal to Wyoming When Other Schools Finally Came Calling
He has a unique name, but not really a household one – unless you’re a Wyoming fan. Fennis Dembo was Wyoming basketball in the 1980s. Dembo was responsible for the Cowboys’ improbable NCAA tournament run in 1987, guiding them to the Sweet 16. His outgoing personality made him a fan favorite in Wyoming, while hated …
Fennis Dembo’s Nightmare of Shooting and Killing a Man Still Haunting Him
During the 1987 NCAA men’s basketball tourney run, Fennis Dembo was the man. He had a cool name, was playing for a Cinderalla Wyoming team that unexpectedly made it to the Sweet 16, and was pretty good at basketball. That run was a dream come true for Dembo and Wyoming fans across the country. After …
Wes Unseld Received a Dead Chicken in the Mail When Kentucky Tried to Make Him Their Jackie Robinson
Wes Unseld was highly coveted by the University of Kentucky as the SEC’s version of Jackie Robinson. But he never signed with the Wildcats.
Ohio State Basketball’s Seth Towns Graduated From Harvard and Was Detained by Police During a Protest Within 24 Hours
Ohio State’s Seth Towns graduated from Harvard this week, and then got detained by police during a protest over the death of George Floyd.
Dallas Mavericks Legend Jason Terry Has a Much Larger Net Worth Than His New Boss
Jason Terry had a lot of success with the Dallas Mavericks. He ultimately made a nice living, but now he is worth more than his new boss.
Omar Jimenez Played Basketball at Northwestern Before He Joined CNN
Years before he covered the Minnesota protests for CNN, Omar Jimenez was a walk-on guard at Northwestern. How did his playing career go?
Roy Williams Has a Large Net Worth After Coaching Michael Jordan and Winning Championships at North Carolina
Roy Williams is a legendary coach. Coaching Michael Jordan and going to nine Final Fours has led to Williams having a massive net worth.
Bobby Knight Once Used a Reality TV Show to Fill out His College Basketball Team
Bobby Knight was a great, yet controversial, college basketball coach. He once used a reality TV show to fill out his basketball team.
College Basketball Star Teshaun Hightower Charged With Murder
Tulane guard Teshaun Hightower led his team in scoring last season, but he was just recently arrested and charged with murder in Georgia.
NBA Gives NCAA Middle Finger Signing Top Prospects to G League
With the NBA now signing top high school prospects to play in the G League, one and done players in the NCAA could be a thing of the past.
Pat Riley Recalls Historic March Madness Moment in Kentucky’s Loss to Texas Western
The last game of 1966 March Madness has a spot in civil rights history. And NBA coach Pat Riley played a key role in the historic matchup.
How WWE WrestleMania 36 Helped Rick Pitino Get a Home Game for Iona Against His Son
Rick Pitino and his son, Richard Pitino, made a friendly wager on the outcome of a WWE WrestleMania 36 match.
Which NCAA Schools Make the Most Money From Basketball?
The NCAA is reducing payments to its members after the men’s basketball tournament was canceled but some schools rake in big money during the regular season.
North Carolina’s Cole Anthony Refuses to Announce NBA Draft Decision Right Now
North Carolina’s Cole Anthony was a top player in the country this season. However, he refuses to announce his NBA draft decision for now.
Why Is NCAA Is Still Not Ready to Embrace Gambling on March Madness
The NCAA March Madness college basketball tournament is one of the biggest sources of money for the organization. But, it still wont embrace gambling.
Where Did Jay Wright Coach Basketball Before Villanova?
Villanova’s Jay Wright worked his way up quickly as a basketball assistant and has had a stable career as a head coach in a sport in which job-hopping is common.
Glen Rice, Not One of the Fab Five, is the Greatest Player in Michigan Basketball History
A look at why Glen Rice is the best basketball player in University of Michigan history, not any member of the famed Fab Five.
The Kentucky Wildcats’ Legendary 1996 Team — Where Are They Now?
The Kentucky Wildcats are one of college basketball’s biggest powerhouses. Year after year they produce championship-level teams.
How Did Michigan’s Fab Five Fare in the NBA?
Michigan’s Fab Five changed the face of college basketball forever, but how did the group fair once they left campus for the NBA?
The Year a Nun Stole the Show at the NCAA Tournament
Loyola University stunned the NCAA Tournament field in 2018 making it to the Final Four with a nun providing spiritual support. What happened to Sister Jean?
What Team Has the Most the Most Wins in the NCAA Tournament?
Several college basketball programs have won a lot of March Madness games, but which ones are the most successful in NCAA Tournament history?