College basketball news, analysis, betting tips, rankings. Men's and women's NCAA hoops. - Hoops HQ

22-year-old Patrick Ewing holds his Big East Tournament MVP trophy with Georgetown coach John Thompson

That Time When John Thompson Called Me a “Foo”

In the summer of 1981, Sports Illustrated sent me to cover soon-to-be freshman center Patrick Ewing. Thompson wasn't happy with the result.

25% OFFLESS THAN $4 A MONTH

LATEST STORIES

Ted Cruz with NCAA President Charlie Baker

Recapping a Chaotic Week in the College Sports World

A frantic race to pass the PCSA and a monumental decision in a five-for-five eligibility case have stirred more confusion in college sports

Hot on HHQ

YOUR ALL-ACCESS PASS TO HOOPS HQ

  • 25% OFF YOUR FIRST YEAR!
Recruiting for the Class of 2027 is heating up

The Ultimate Breakdown of the Top High School Prospects to Watch This Summer

The stars of the class of 2027 — and which college programs have the inside track on recruiting them

That Time When...

HOOPS NEWS

WHO'S ON YOUR TEAM NOW?

WOMEN'S HOOPS HEADLINES

Johnea Donahue (#3) is making the move from Bowling Green to Georgetown

Top 20 Big East Women’s Transfers for 2026-27

Butler and Georgetown hit the portal hard this offseason. See where their additions rank among the top Big East's women's transfers.

Coach Cori Close looks at Lauren Betts affectionately

How Lauren Betts Saved a Life: An Interview with UCLA Coach Cori Close

Coach Close heads back to the drawing board after losing her starting lineup to the WNBA Draft. Plus: Lauren Betts on mental health and highlights from the Big Ten Tournament.

ESSAYS AND EDITORIALS

AJ Dybantsa’s love of the grind will earn him a top NBA Draft pick — and a very busy summer

In the Gym With AJ Dybantsa

Seth Davis goes 1-on-1 with the NBA Draft’s No. 1 pick

More Top Stories

Is High School Recruiting Dead?

In an hour-long special episode, Seth and Andy evaluate the future of college basketball in the face of a landmark rule change. PLUS: A look ahead to 2026-27, including top contenders, NBA Draft futures and the coaching carousel.

Watch on YouTube