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The NCAA Tournament scheduling debate intensifies as coaches Matt Painter and Nate Oats respond to claims that power conference teams are avoiding mid-major programs.

No. 12 High Point lost to No. 4 Arkansas in a tense game, failing to advance to the Sweet Sixteen after a late surge by Arkansas.

Villanova head coach Kevin Willard expressed dissatisfaction with his team's performance during their March Madness loss, joking about firing his staff in an interview.

Olivier Rioux, the tallest college basketball player at 7-foot-9, captivated audiences during a game where he towered over opponents while gaining popularity among fans.

The University of Kentucky and Santa Clara ended their playoff match with a breathtaking finish during the March Madness tournament.

Kentucky secured an overtime victory against Santa Clara, thanks to Otega Oweh's incredible buzzer-beater three-pointer that tied the game in regulation.

High Point University celebrates its historic March Madness victory while criticizing major conferences for avoiding scheduling games against mid-major teams.

Former Duke player Jay Bilas shares insights on how Coach Mike Krzyzewski simplified the March Madness tournament approach for his team.

LSU star Flau’jae Johnson concludes her collegiate basketball career in the NCAA Tournament while honoring her beloved pet bearded dragon, Champ.

Jay Bilas argues that concerns about NIL affecting college basketball's March Madness tournament outcomes are overstated, insisting that each tournament's results are unique.

The Indianapolis Colts have signed former Notre Dame basketball player Carson Towt as a tight end despite his lack of football experience.

Estonian basketball player Stefan Vaaks has entered the transfer portal to switch university teams in the United States.

Michigan basketball player Yaxel Lendeborg revealed he received a lucrative offer between $7 million to $9 million to join the Kentucky Wildcats before choosing to play for Michigan.

Estonian basketball player Henri Veesaar and his college team North Carolina will face VCU in the opening round of the NCAA tournament.

Penn's T.J. Power capitalized on a critical mistake by Yale to lead his team to a thrilling upset victory in the Ivy League Tournament final, securing a place in March Madness.

A Florida State basketball staffer's viral reaction to a successful challenge in the ACC Tournament highlights the importance of teamwork and decision-making in sports.

Latvian basketball executive notes that Stefan Vaaks, who moved to the US last summer, will soon earn $1.5 million in college basketball.

A man has pleaded guilty to charges related to a bribery and point-shaving scheme involving NCAA and CBA basketball games.

Michigan State basketball player Jeremy Fears Jr. is facing criticism after he kicked Michigan Wolverines player Elliot Cadeau during a heated game, resulting in a technical foul.

The Boston Terriers men's basketball team achieved a dramatic victory over the Navy Midshipmen with a last-second shot, advancing to the Patriot League finals.

ESPN analyst Dick Vitale criticizes the Kentucky Wildcats for underperforming this season despite having a $22 million roster.

The Miami RedHawks men's basketball team finished the regular season undefeated after a thrilling overtime win against Ohio, marking a significant achievement in NCAA Division I history.

Miami (OH) AD David Sayler responded critically to Bruce Pearl's comments regarding his team's NCAA tournament viability, emphasizing their undefeated record this season.

Lehigh University secured a thrilling victory against Holy Cross with a half-court buzzer-beater in the Patriot League tournament semifinals.

Kevin Mays, a former college basketball assistant coach, has been accused of running a prostitution operation while coaching at Cal State Bakersfield.

Kansas men's basketball coach Bill Self was ejected from a game against Arizona State after receiving two technical fouls during a controversial call involving a freshman player.

The Miami (Ohio) RedHawks men’s basketball team achieved a milestone by securing a 30-0 record, defeating Toledo and clinching a share of the Mid-American Conference title.

Kerr Kriisa's collegiate basketball career in the USA is set to extend beyond the current season, potentially making him the first player in history to participate for seven seasons due to a combination of eligibility rules.

Estonian basketball player Karl Markus Poom and his university team Northern Arizona lost their second-to-last game in the USA student league.

European basketball talents are increasingly drawn to the USA, particularly to the NBA and college programs, due to the allure of professional opportunities that European clubs struggle to match.

Chad Baker-Mazara, a key player on the USC Trojans basketball team, unexpectedly left the program as the season approaches its conclusion, with no official reason given for his departure.

Henri Veesaar achieved an outstanding performance in the NCAA league in the USA, helping his college North Carolina to victory over Virginia Tech with a score of 89-82.

Stony Brook's Erik Pratt is suspended for spitting at an opposing fan during a game against Monmouth, acknowledging his actions as inappropriate.

Two college basketball players in Nebraska assisted in rescuing victims after a sinkhole suddenly opened up, engulfing two vehicles at a red light.

Henri Veesaar played a key role in North Carolina's 77-64 victory over Syracuse after returning from injury.

Henri Veesaar led North Carolina to a 77-64 victory over Syracuse in front of a record crowd in the NCAA.

A last-second altercation during a college basketball game between the Saint Louis Billikens and Virginia Commonwealth University led to a bench-clearing brawl, overshadowing the Billikens' victory.

An incident occurred during a court storm after Iowa defeated Nebraska, where a student confronted Nebraska's coach, Fred Hoiberg, leading to Ken Hoiberg smacking the student's phone.

Doug Gottlieb, head coach of the Green Bay Phoenix, has been suspended for one game by the Horizon League following his outburst regarding officiating after a recent loss.

Vaaksi school faced defeat in a basketball match against St. John's after a significant brawl led to six players being sent off the court.

A brawl erupted during a college basketball game between the Providence Friars and St. John's Red Storm, resulting in six players being removed from the game.

A hard foul in a basketball game between St. John's and Providence led to six player ejections and a lengthy delay during the match.

Estonian basketball player Henri Veesaar's North Carolina team lost to Miami in the NCAA college basketball league with a score of 66-75.

A judge ruled against Charles Bediako, denying him a chance to continue playing basketball for Alabama after declaring for the NBA Draft.

Duke staff members reported physical altercations with UNC fans who stormed the court after their team's last-minute victory over Duke.

Fans stormed the court prematurely during the UNC-Duke game after a buzzer-beater, leading to a brief evacuation before the final seconds of play.

Estonian guard Kerr Kriisa's former university, Cincinnati, lost to West Virginia 54-59 in the NCAA, having led for most of the game before a second-half collapse.

BYU's coach condemned reported anti-Mormon chants by fans during a game against Oklahoma State, leading the Big 12 Conference to initiate an investigation into the allegations.

Estonian basketball player Henri Veesaare contributed significantly to the University of North Carolina's home victory against Syracuse in the USA student league, marking his twelfth double-double of the season.

Twenty-six people have been charged in the United States for rigged sports betting in American college basketball and professional basketball in China.