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From Small-Town Indiana to UConn: Braylon Mullins Is Carving A Path To The NBA His Way
Babcock Hoops exclusive: Braylon Mullins on Indiana roots, father's tough love, UConn, Dan Hurley, injury comeback, and his path to the NBA.

Spencer Davies
1 day ago13 min read


No. 9 Michigan State vs No. 13 Nebraska: Preview, Matchups, and Prediction
Michigan State and Nebraska clash in a high-profile Big Ten showdown—key matchups, X-factors, and what decides the game.

Joseph Klein
Jan 23 min read


College Basketball Needs Guardrails: Why a Players Union and Collective Bargaining Are Inevitable
College basketball is professional now. The NCAA can’t enforce the rules. A players' union and collective bargaining are the only real path to order.

Matt Babcock
Dec 30, 20255 min read


No. 3 Duke vs No. 19 Texas Tech: Preview, Matchups, and Prediction
Duke vs Texas Tech preview at MSG: Boozer vs Toppin, Duke’s paint dominance vs Tech’s 3-point shooting, plus keys, X-factors and pick.

Joseph Klein
Dec 20, 20253 min read


UConn Overpowers Texas in Hartford, Improves to 10–1
UConn controlled Texas from start to finish, earning a 71–63 win in Hartford as the Huskies continued building their case as a national contender.

Joseph Klein
Dec 13, 20252 min read


No. 4 Duke vs No. 7 Michigan State: Preview, Matchups, and Prediction
Duke and Michigan State meet in a top-10 showdown, with Duke’s balance and efficiency challenging MSU’s elite defense in East Lansing.

Joseph Klein
Dec 5, 20252 min read


No. 11 Gonzaga vs No. 18 Kentucky: Preview, Matchups, and Prediction
Gonzaga and Kentucky clash at Rupp Arena in a battle of elite defenses and strong frontcourts. Can Kentucky slow Gonzaga’s interior attack?

Joseph Klein
Dec 4, 20253 min read


BYU Rallies Past Dayton Behind Strong Second-Half Push
BYU rallied past Dayton 83-79 behind a strong second half. Rob Wright, Richie Saunders, and AJ Dybantsa each delivered standout performances.

Max Rosenberg
Nov 30, 20253 min read


Gonzaga vs. Arizona State: No. 3 Zags Win 77–65 Behind Graham Ike’s 20 Points
Gonzaga beats ASU 77–65 behind Graham Ike’s 20 points and a dominant paint performance in a physical matchup with 44 total fouls.

Joseph Klein
Nov 15, 20251 min read


Journeyman, Part 4: More Than a Game
From a Nigerian household to AAU gyms, Olu Ashaolu’s quiet grind turned basketball into his way forward.

Olu Ashaolu
Aug 26, 20254 min read


Built in Philly: How Eric Dixon’s Journey Shaped the Player and the Man
Villanova’s Eric Dixon reflects on his Philly roots, loyalty, growth, and mindset as he prepares to take the next step toward the NBA.

Calais Goord
Jun 11, 202513 min read


Game Report: BYU @ Arizona State (2/26/25)
BYU defeated an undermanned Arizona State 91-81, led by Richie Saunders' scoring, Egor Demin’s playmaking, and Keba Keita’s interior play.

Joseph Klein
Feb 27, 20252 min read


Game Report: Kentucky @ Oklahoma (2/26/25)
Kentucky edged Oklahoma 83-82 in a thriller, led by Otega Oweh’s dominant second half, while Jeremiah Fears and Jalon Moore also stood out.

Jace Derryberry
Feb 27, 20253 min read


Game Report: Iowa State @ Oklahoma State (2/25/25)
Oklahoma State defeated Iowa State 74-68, taking advantage of the Cyclones' struggles without Keshon Gilbert.

Jace Derryberry
Feb 26, 20253 min read


The Evolution of College Basketball: NIL, Transfer Portal, and Professionalization
How NIL, the transfer portal, and front-office models are reshaping college basketball’s future.

Matt Babcock
Feb 24, 20257 min read


Game Report: Utah @ UCF (2/23/25)
UCF snapped a 7-game skid with a 76-72 win over Utah, fueled by Moustapha Thiam’s two-way play.

Max Rosenberg
Feb 24, 20253 min read


Game Report: Houston @ Arizona (2/15/25)
Houston edged out Arizona in a gritty battle, fueled by Milos Uzan’s poise and J’Wan Roberts’ energy, while Caleb Love kept Arizona close.

Joseph Klein
Feb 16, 20253 min read


Game Report: Syracuse @ Miami (2/11/25)
Miami secured a win over Syracuse behind standout games from Matthew Cleveland and Jalil Bethea, while Eddie Lampkin Jr. dominated inside.

Max Rosenberg
Feb 12, 20253 min read


Game Report: Xavier @ Villanova (2/9/25)
Villanova pulled away in the second half behind Dixon's scoring burst and Poplar’s consistency, although Xavier's Maddox impressed.

Jason Nicholas
Feb 10, 20253 min read


Game Report: Tennessee @ Oklahoma (2/8/25)
Tennessee dominated with defense and efficient scoring. Lanier, Milicic Jr., and Zeigler led the way, while Oklahoma’s Fears showed flashes.

Jace Derryberry
Feb 9, 20253 min read
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