Kansas faces Kentucky on Nov. 10 in the Champions Classic. The early date makes roster chemistry and late-game decision-making worth watching.

Kentucky plays at Virginia on Dec. 2 in the SEC/ACC Challenge. Here is why the trip could reveal more than another early marquee matchup.

Texas visits Louisville on Dec. 1 in the SEC/ACC Challenge. The matchup falls during a revealing stretch of the Cardinals’ nonconference schedule.

Miami hosts Alabama on Dec. 2 in the SEC/ACC Challenge. The ESPN matchup is a valuable test during Jai Lucas’s second season.

North Carolina hosts Arkansas on Dec. 1 in Michael Malone’s first SEC/ACC Challenge. The matchup offers an early test of his rebuilt program.

Kentucky plays at Virginia on Dec. 2 in the SEC/ACC Challenge. The road matchup gives Mark Pope’s team an important early measuring stick.

UConn freshman Olivia Vukosa grabbed 10 rebounds during an open-practice scrimmage as four Huskies sat out with injuries.

North Carolina basketball opened practice under Michael Malone with a transfer-heavy roster and a No. 25 preseason ranking.

Florida State basketball opened preseason practice while awaiting a final eligibility decision involving forward Alex Steen.

Florida basketball guard Denzel Aberdeen is awaiting a Sept. 29 hearing that could determine his eligibility for the 2026-27 season.

Duke’s 2026 freshman class gives Jon Scheyer five scholarship newcomers and enough talent to consider a 12-player rotation.

Kentucky made the final 10 for elite 2027 wing AJ Williams, one of the most productive and versatile prospects in the class.