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Desmond Bane Named TCU Chief Basketball Officer

The volunteer advisory post will let the NBA guard mentor players, guide career planning, and help connect the program directly to the league.

Pennsylvania’s Leon Smith Named 2026 National Teacher of the Year

Lamar Odom Reportedly Courting College Coaching Jobs, Pitching Triangle Offense

Rick Carlisle to Step Down as NBCA President This Month as J.B. Bickerstaff Is Elected Successor

USA Basketball Introduces Erik Spoelstra as Men's Head Coach Through 2028

Duke Names Jayson Tatum Volunteer Chief Basketball Officer During Achilles Rehab

Scoot Henderson Tears Left Hamstring, to Resume Basketball Activities in 4–8 Weeks