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North Texas Mean Green head coach Ross Hodge reacts against the UAB Blazers during the first half at Dickies Arena.

Head Coach From NIT Final Four Run Becomes Top Contender for West Virginia Job

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March 26, 2025 | 9:32 AM EDT

Amir Khan, McNeese State men's basketball manager

Amir Khan’s Iconic Status Grows as NC State’s New Legendary Manager Gets His Own Trading Cards

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March 26, 2025 | 9:12 AM EDT

Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo reacts in the first half against the New Mexico Lobos during the NCAA Tournament Second Round at Rocket Arena.

Why Would I Want a Better Girlfriend?’ — Tom Izzo’s Hilarious Response to the Transfer Portal Debate

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March 26, 2025 | 9:01 AM EDT

Tru Washington hit the portal following the Round of 32 and instantly became a highly sought-after recruit in the process. Where could he land?

Tru Washington Transfer Portal: Top 5 Landing Spots for the New Mexico Guard

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March 26, 2025 | 9:00 AM EDT

Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Fran McCaffrey looks on during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center.

Penn Set to Hire Former Iowa Head Coach Fran McCaffery: What This Means for the Quakers

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March 26, 2025 | 8:55 AM EDT

Justin Pippen hit the transfer portal and is on the open market, leaving Michigan for potentially greener pastures. Where could the talented guard end up?

Justin Pippen Transfer Portal: Top 5 Landing Spots for Michigan’s Guard

Shivani Menon -

March 26, 2025 | 8:45 AM EDT

The newly launched 16-team College Basketball Crown tournament has partnered with Vivid Seats to provide Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) money to the winners, runners-up, and semifinalists. The postseason event aims to add more college basketball action for fans while giving smaller-market programs another opportunity to compete after March. College Sports Network's CBB Power Rankings analyze every team's strength in a proprietary ranking system, from No. 1 to No. 364. Who are the real contenders? New College Basketball Crown Tournament Offers NIL Payouts, Added Competition Via John Fanta, the tournament’s NIL pool is set up as follows: The champions will receive a $300,000 NIL package, the runners-up will earn $100,000, and the semifinalists will take home $50,000 each. Since NIL rules were introduced in 2021, college sports programs have had to rethink how they support and retain athletes. This new tournament fills the gap between the Elite Eight and Final Four of the NCAA Tournament, offering fans more college hoops to enjoy during the March Madness lull. [adslot] Which Teams Are Playing in the College Basketball Crown? The Big Ten, Big East and Big 12 conferences each receive two automatic qualifiers, while the remaining teams are selected at-large by a committee. This year’s field includes: Left side of the bracket: Butler vs Utah George Washington vs Boise State Nebraska vs Arizona State Georgetown vs Washington State The bracket of the College Basketball Crown tournament that will be featured on Fox and FS1. Right side of the bracket: DePaul vs Cincinnati Oregon State vs UCF Colorado vs Villanova Tulane vs USC [adslot] Crown Tournament Schedule First Round: 3/31 - 4/01 Second Round/Quarterfinal: 4/02 - 4/03 Third Round/Semifinal: 4/05 Championship Game: 4/06 Tournament Outlook Games will be held in Las Vegas, with the opening rounds played at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. The semifinals and championship will move to T-Mobile Arena. Players from several of the participating schools have voiced excitement about the opportunity. The NIL incentives offered through the Vivid Seats partnership have added appeal—not just for this year’s teams but for future editions of the tournament. MORE: Crown vs. NIT: Breaking Down the Key Differences The College Basketball Crown could quickly grow into a staple of the college basketball postseason, giving schools added exposure and fans one more reason to stay tuned in before the season wraps up.

How Much Will the College Basketball Crown Tournament Pay Out Their Winners?

Dylan Rosado -

March 26, 2025 | 8:30 AM EDT

Mike James received a ton of backlash after he announced his decision to transfer from NC State, leaving fans with plenty to say in response.

Fans React Harshly to Former Louisville Guard Mike James Entering Transfer Portal After Injured NC State Season

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March 26, 2025 | 8:30 AM EDT

Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) drives tot he basket against the Baylor Bears during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Lenovo Center.

Men’s March Madness Injury Tracker: Which Teams Are Missing Key Players in Sweet 16?

Rituraj Halder -

March 26, 2025 | 8:22 AM EDT

Dominick Nelson, the WAC Player of the Year, is set to be a hot commodity in the transfer portal. And these five destinations makes a ton of sense for his services.

Dominick Nelson Transfer Portal: Top 5 Landing Spots for the Utah Valley Guard

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March 26, 2025 | 8:15 AM EDT

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