JuJu Watkins Returns as No. 3 USC Rolls Past UNLV, 100-68, in Season Opener
Sophomore Jazzy Davidson led the Women of Troy with 23 points, while freshman Saniyah Hall poured in 22 points and seven rebounds in her collegiate debut.
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Game thread: Campbell vs. NC State
The hoops are here! The hoops are here! KenPom likes State by 20. Camels vs. Wolfpack Tip time: 7:30 p.m. ET TV: None. Online streaming: ACCNX (Evan Budrovich, Casey Morsell)
Caitlin Clark shares offseason move away from Fever
Caitlin Clark announces an offseason partnership that shifts focus from the Indiana Fever to her alma mater, the Iowa Hawkeyes. The 22‑year‑old, No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, delivered a record‑breaking 2025 season for Indiana (28‑16, playoff loss to the Las Vegas Aces 94‑83) and now launches her first signature shoe, the Nike Caitlin 1s, with a special Hawkeyes edition released on Oct. 1. Clark shared the news on Instagram, will appear on Good Morning America and The Tonight Show, and is promoting her debut children’s book.
KU Hoops OGT: Fordham at Kansas
Kansas basketball faces Fordson at Allen Fieldhouse on Nov. 3, 2026, entering the game as a 23.5‑point favorite. Coach Self plans to give freshman Trey Kaufman‑Renn some minutes, hoping the talented roster can lift campus spirits after a rough football start. The exhibition will tip off at 7 p.m. and stream on ESPN+ (via Hulu).
Gamethread/How to watch Northwestern men’s basketball vs. Binghamton: TV, streaming, radio, injury report, betting line
Northwestern men’s basketball returns to regular‑season action Friday night at 7 p.m. CT against Binghamton in Welsh‑Ryan Arena, streamed on B1G+. After dropping both exhibition games—70‑64 at Illinois State and a 94‑59 loss to No. 18 Iowa State—the Wildcats aim to bounce back against a non‑Power Five opponent. Betting odds favor Northwestern by 20.5 points with a 145.5 over/under (Action Network). Injury updates list Jayden Hodge (knee) and Luke McEldon (away) as out, Colin Smith (ankle) questionable; Binghamton reports none.
Nebraska Men’s Basketball vs. Le Moyne Game Thread
Nebraska opens its 2026-27 season Thursday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena against Le Moyne, with tipoff at 6:31 p.m. CT. The game isn’t on TV but streams on B1G+ with Kyle Crooks and Andy Markowski, and radio coverage airs on the Huskers Radio Network. Coach Jarek previews a revamped roster, noting returning players Frager, Sandfort and Jacobsen and the need to replace departing stars Hoiberg, Lawrence and Mast. He expects Le Moyne to be a manageable test and predicts an 87‑62 win for the Cornhuskers, hoping the new line‑up gels offensively and defensively.
Illinois Basketball vs. FDU Game Discussion
Share your thoughts in the comments and communicate with other Illini fans during the game.
Men's Basketball Hosts Cleveland State in Season Opener Tuesday
Men's Basketball Hosts Cleveland State in Season Opener Tuesday
New Seasons, New Beginnings For Georgia Hoops
Georgia's women's and men's basketball teams opened their seasons with wins on Monday at the Steg
How to watch or listen to No. 18 Iowa State versus Memphis
The No. 18 Iowa State Cyclones open their 2026 season Monday at 6 p.m. CST against the unranked Memphis Tigers at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls. The game streams nationally on FS1 with Connor Onion and Miles Simon on TV, and on the Cyclone Radio Network via John Walters and Eric Heft. Iowa State, ranked 18th in the AP poll and led by senior point guard Tamin Lipsey—who boasts 1,500+ points, 600 assists, 500 rebounds and 300 steals—will field a projected five of Batemon, Lipsey, Jaquan Johnson, Tre Singleton and Blake Buchanan. Memphis, coached by Penny Hardaway, sits 86th in KenPom. This is only the second meeting since a 78‑59 ISU win in the 2021 Preseason NIT, and Iowa State seeks to replace last season’s top scorers while dealing with injuries to Killyan Toure and Christian Wiggins.
How USC’s JuJu Watkins performed in 1st game back in 588 days vs. UNLV
After a 588‑day rehab from a torn ACL, USC women's basketball star JuJu Watkins returns with a bang, dropping 21 points, five rebounds, two assists and two steals in just 24 minutes during a 100‑68 victory over UNLV on Nov. 2, 2026. The former elite‑eight and top‑seed leader, who averaged nearly 28 points per game as a freshman, shows she’s back in form as the Trojans open the season 1‑0 and prepare to face Utah State Sunday.
UConn women’s basketball opens the season with 100-35 win over Cornell
UConn women’s basketball kicked off the 2026-27 season with a dominant 100-35 victory over Cornell at PeoplesBank Arena. Jovana Popovic and Sarah Strong each poured 19 points, while Strong posted a career‑high eight steals. Eleven of the twelve Huskies scored, shooting 55% from the field and 55% from three‑point range, and forcing 25 steals. The Huskies built a 21‑0 run early and never looked back, pulling away by 65 points in the final quarter. The win puts UConn 1‑0 as they prepare to travel for a clash with No. 5 Michigan.
How to watch or listen to Iowa State versus Grambling State
Iowa State kicks off its 2026‑27 women's basketball season tonight at 6:30 p.m. CST against Grambling State, live on ESPN+ (BJ Schaben, Chelsea Poppens, Abby Altman) and on the Varsity App radio feed (Noah Wolf, Jamie Steyer Johnson). Coach Bill Fennelly, in his 32nd and final season, aims to extend the Cyclones’ 31‑game season‑opener streak, the longest active run in NCAA women’s basketball. The roster returns sharpshooter Arianna Jackson (9th nationally in 3‑point %), plus Evangelia Paulk and Freya Jensen, while adding ten new players from seven countries. After a 90‑32 exhibition win over Upper Iowa, the Cyclones look to build momentum.
Huskies Open 2026-27 Season With A Win Over UCSD
The Huskies kicked off the 2026-27 season with a 79-63 win over UC San Diego on Monday.
Sellers' Historic Triple-Double Powers No. 16 Washington Past UC San Diego, 79-63
Sayvia Sellers recorded the third triple-double in program history as No. 16 Washington defeated UC San Diego 79-63. Despite a slow start, the Huskies showcased their depth, defensive versatility and promising young talent in the season opener.
Jeremiah Wilkinson Previews Season Opener vs UAPB
Jeremiah Wilkinson Previews Season Opener vs UAPB
Maryland men’s basketball vs. Bucknell game thread: updates, highlights & more
Maryland men’s basketball, now in its second year under head coach Buzz Williams, seeks a strong start against Bucknell on November 2, 2026. The game tips at 7 p.m. and will stream on Big Ten Plus. The preview follows Maryland’s 90‑81 win over West Virginia on Oct. 18, highlighting the team’s momentum heading into the Bucknell matchup.
Game 1: Bellarmine Knights at Vanderbilt Commodores – Open Game Thread
Vanderbilt kicks off its 2026 basketball season tonight at 6:00 PM CT against the Bellarmine Knights on SEC Network+. Bellarmine, fresh from a 13‑19 inaugural season under Doug Davenport, isn’t expected to improve much, according to KenPom. Vanderbilt returns only three players from its 27‑9 squad, but Tyler Tanner—heralded by some as a potential National Player of the Year—anchors the Commodores. The game promises an intriguing clash of a rebuilding program versus a Vandy team in transition.
UNC vs. Western Carolina Live Discussion
The UNC Tar Heels are set to open their regular season against Western Carolina on Nov. 2, 2026, following preseason wins over USC and Charlotte. Coach Michael Malone hopes guard Matt Able, who missed the Charlotte game for undisclosed reasons, will suit up after being seen warming up. With few returning players, Malone emphasizes health, turnover control, rebounding and shooting as key to making a strong statement. The preview highlights the game’s importance as a tune‑up before the schedule intensifies and invites fans to join the live discussion on SB Nation.
Purdue Men’s Basketball: How to Watch Purdue (0-0) vs. #15 Gonzaga (0-0) in the Hall of Fame Opening Night Game & Fan Discussion
Purdue men's basketball opens the 2026 season against #15 Gonzaga at Las Vegas' T‑Mobile Arena on Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. EST. After losing four starters, Coach Matt Painter adds newcomers Caden Pierce and Enzo Shahrvin, hoping they can fill the gaps. The Boilermakers enter the game 0‑0, aiming to improve on a 1‑4 record in previous season‑openers versus ranked foes—their first ranked opponent since 1995. The matchup streams on TNT/TruTV/HBO Max, with radio coverage via Purdue Global Radio Network.
Live updates and discussion: Indiana vs. Eastern Illinois (FINAL)
Indiana opens its 2026-27 season against Eastern Illinois at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, with tip‑off set for 7 p.m. ET on Monday. The Hoosiers line up starters Darren Harris, Jaeden Mustaf, Markus Burton, Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu, while the Panthers start Markus Blackwell, Jaden Miller, Daniel Ntambwe, Gavin Welch and Demar Burton. Indiana enters as a 34.5‑point favorite and the game streams live on BTN Plus with commentary from Ian Plaskoff and Ryan LaPedis.
JuJu Watkins Returns from Injury, Top Box Score Stats & Highlights from USC vs. UNLV
It's like she never left.
Mizzou hoops guard ruled ineligible 1 day before season opener
Missouri guard CJ Gunn is ruled ineligible by the SEC just one day before the Tigers’ 2026 season opener against Cleveland State. The SEC cited a $524 payment Gunn received for three Canadian Elite Basketball League games in May, which violates conference rules despite his repayment. Coach Dennis Gates says the roster will stand as submitted, with no appeal. The timing follows other roster news, including Tennessee transfer Jaylen Carey’s suspension for team‑rule violations, leaving his role uncertain ahead of the in‑state matchup with St. Louis.
Highlights - W. Basketball vs. Lehigh
Highlights - UCLA W. Basketball vs. Lehigh (Nov. 2, 2026)
How to watch Gonzaga vs Purdue: NCAA College Basketball, live stream, TV channel
The Gonzaga Bulldogs (No. 15) open the 2026‑27 season against Purdue on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 PM ET in the Hall of Fame Series at Las Vegas’s T‑Mobile Arena. The game airs on TNT and streams free via DIRECTV. Gonzaga returns forward Braden Huff and adds transfers Xaivian Lee and Massamba Diop as they begin Pac‑12 play, while Purdue leans on C.J. Cox, Gicarri Harris and 7‑foot‑4 center Daniel Jacobsen after point guard Braden Smith’s graduation. Purdue leads the series 5‑0, including an 80‑68 win in the 2024 NCAA Tournament, setting up a high‑stakes preview. DIRECTV offers broader college‑basketball coverage for the season.
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