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LeBron James’ camp is blocking Arizona reporters from talking to Bryce James

LeBron James is apparently trying his best to shield his (younger) son from the press. Arizona had an “enforcer” present in the locker room on Thursday who was preventing reporters from speaking to freshman guard Bryce James, Dan Wolken of Yahoo! Sports reported. The Wildcats are currently in the Final Four and will face off … The post LeBron James’ camp is blocking Arizona reporters from talking to Bryce James appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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“I Don’t Trust My Freshmen”: Geno Auriemma Makes His Feelings Clear on UConn New Comers

UConn Huskies coach Geno Auriemma, whether for jokes or not, recently shared in his media availability ahead of his team's 2026 NCAA Final Four matchup against the South Carolina Gamecocks that he does not actually trust his current freshmen.

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UConn women’s basketball HC Geno Auriemma details harsh reality of transfer portal on mid-majors

UConn Huskies women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma provided an unflinching take on how revenue sharing and name, image, and likeness are impacting the sport. “The portal and the revenue share, I think that was the death of the mid-majors, the death of high school players coming to play college basketball,” Auriemma said Thursday. “It’s never […] The post UConn women’s basketball HC Geno Auriemma details harsh reality of transfer portal on mid-majors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dawn Staley Talks Strategy Against Geno Auriemma’s UConn Huskies’ 1 Elite Skill

South Carolina Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley is aiming to instill a certain kind of standard to her players when it comes to limiting coach Geno Auriemma's UConn Huskies' three-point percentage in their upcoming 2026 NCAA Final Four matchup.

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Alabama Crimson Tide’s Aden Holloway offciailly indicted on drug charges

Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway has been formally indicted on two felony drug charges, according to court documents obtained Thursday, shifting his case from district court to circuit court. The indictment cancels his previously scheduled preliminary hearing set for April 14, with any future proceedings now to take place at the circuit level. A […] The post Alabama Crimson Tide’s Aden Holloway offciailly indicted on drug charges appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Azzi Fudd, Tessa Johnson, Lauren Betts, Rori Harmon Jokingly Mock Their Coaches in Hilarious Imitation

UConn Huskies star Azzi Fudd, South Carolina Gamecocks guard Tessa Johnson, UCLA Bruins center Lauren Betts and Texas Longhorns standout Rori Harmon all mock their respective head coaches all too well in a video by @espnw on Instagram.

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Texas WBB star Madison Booker delivers confident national championship message

Madison Booker declared a confident message about the Texas Longhorns’ championship hopes ahead of the 2026 Final Four of the NCAA Women’s Tournament. Booker is going through the third season of her collegiate career with the Longhorns. She has shined as one of the top stars in women’s basketball, bringing the program back to prominence […] The post Texas WBB star Madison Booker delivers confident national championship message appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dan Hurley “Jinxes” Himself in Honest Admission About Refereeing Struggles in UConn Games

UConn Huskies coach Dan Hurley may have jinxed himself after he pointed out that he does not have any technical fouls in this year's national tournament so far during his recent media availability ahead of his team's 2026 Final Four game.

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Raven Johnson’s winning compass guiding South Carolina as it seeks revenge over UConn

That’s the number that briefly taunts South Carolina guard Raven Johnson when she allows herself a second to think about what happened a year ago against UConn. The number initially served as a source of motivation until the new season started.

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UConn HC Geno Auriemma declares WBB would ‘suffer’ after WNBA Draft rule change

UConn Huskies head coach Geno Auriemma expressed a concerning message about the state of women’s basketball if a rule change were to happen for the WNBA Draft. NBA players must be at least 19 years old during the calendar year of the draft. However, the WNBA requires any player drafted to be at least 22 […] The post UConn HC Geno Auriemma declares WBB would ‘suffer’ after WNBA Draft rule change appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The mistake UCLA’s Cori Close made during failed Final Four trip in 2025

UCLA is seeking vindication in its second straight trip to the Final Four of the NCAA Women’s Tournament. It seems like deja vu for the top-seeded Bruins, who also dominated last year en route to their first-ever trip to the Final Four. This year, they routed No. 16 California Baptist, No. 8 Oklahoma State, No. […] The post The mistake UCLA’s Cori Close made during failed Final Four trip in 2025 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raven Johnson Sends Clear Warning to Geno Auriemma’s UConn Ahead of Final Four Clash

South Carolina Gamecocks guard Raven Johnson, during her most recent media availability, issued a bold and clear warning towards coach Geno Auriemma's UConn Huskies ahead of their 2026 NCAA Final Four matchup.

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Biggest matchup Arizona must exploit to take down Michigan in 2026 Final Four

Arizona basketball or Michigan will stand as the final No. 1 seed left after Saturday. The 2026 Final Four has two heavyweights closing out the night at Indianapolis. The Wolverines already present their reasons on why they’re capable of beating ‘Zona. This contest won’t become a one-sided affair, however. The Wolverines are dealing with one […] The post Biggest matchup Arizona must exploit to take down Michigan in 2026 Final Four appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Where Arizona, Michigan can find an edge in Final Four showdown

Just four teams remain on the hunt for a national championship in college basketball this season, and while Illinois and UConn might not be the matchup everyone expected to see in the first national semifinal on Saturday in Indianapolis, the heavyweight battle on the other side half of the bracket has been anticipated for a […] The post Where Arizona, Michigan can find an edge in Final Four showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Geno Auriemma Teases Sarah Strong With Hilarious Interruption in Press Conference Ahead of Final Four

Geno Auriemma and the UConn face Dawn Staley’s South Carolina in the Final Four. This is the repeat of last year’s NCAA Tournament final, which Paige Bueckers and company won. Before the blockbuster showdown, Sarah Strong, Azzi Fudd, and coach Auriemma addressed the media. Sarah was asked how Auriemma manages the team. She explained the […]

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Iowa State WBB head coach releases statement after Audi Crooks transfer move

Iowa State women’s basketball coach Bill Fennelly broke his silence with a post following star Audi Crooks’ decision to enter the transfer portal. Crooks made the choice to enter the portal on Thursday, marking her departure from the Cyclones after three seasons. She rose up the ranks as one of the top stars in the […] The post Iowa State WBB head coach releases statement after Audi Crooks transfer move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-Alabama WR reveals why he took his talents to Texas A&M

Alabama football watched Isaiah Horton drift off but stay in the Southeastern Conference. He’ll soon catch passes at Texas A&M this fall. But what led to his decision in leaving Tuscaloosa? Horton addressed reporters for the first time since his departure Thursday. He revealed a belief in the Aggies’ system is what drove him out […] The post Ex-Alabama WR reveals why he took his talents to Texas A&M appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Flory Bidunga to test NBA Draft waters, enter transfer portal

Kansas basketball exited March Madness 2026 in quick fashion off a Dylan Darling buzzer beater. The second round loss to St. John’s could very well be the last Jayhawks game ever for Flory Bidunga. He made two decisions Thursday, one involving the NBA Draft. ESPN college basketball insider Pete Thamel revealed Bidunga’s intentions for his […] The post Flory Bidunga to test NBA Draft waters, enter transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn’s Geno Auriemma lays out Azzi Fudd GOAT path with Final Four looming

Azzi Fudd earned Most Outstanding Player honors in the 2025 NCAA Tournament after helping UConn women’s basketball win its first national championship since 2016. She has also been one of the best shooters in the country for the last two seasons. Regardless of how the Huskies fare in the Final Four, the 23-year-old guard has […] The post UConn’s Geno Auriemma lays out Azzi Fudd GOAT path with Final Four looming appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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