Andy Katz’s Top 10 Storylines for 2025-26
Katz, Hoops HQ’s new senior correspondent, is ready to raise the curtain on the new college hoops season
“Premier Conference” No More: Can the ACC Rebound?
The ACC's four tournament teams represented its lowest bid rate since 1975. Could tougher non-conference schedules change the narrative?
Can a New-Look Team End Wake Forest’s NCAA Tournament Drought?
Coach Steve Forbes thrived in the portal once again, adding a handful of talented transfers to go with a promising group of returnees. Now the excitement is building in Winston-Salem.
“He Makes the Game Easy”: NC State Is Betting on Darrion Williams
After a dominant season with Texas Tech, NBA hopeful Darrion Williams will try his luck at the newest powerhouse in the ACC
Can Transfers Help Frese, Maryland to Final Four?
Coach Brenda Frese's lineup includes two impact transfers, two international prospects, five freshmen and last year's leading scorer. Can the Big Ten's most eclectic squad make a championship run?
The Definitive ACC Power Rankings
Can Duke still dominate? Is UNC back? The ACC is a battleground for the highest caliber athletes in college basketball. We rank the best of the best.
Henri Veesaar Is Fixing North Carolina’s Biggest Problem
After an awkward season as one of the ACC's smallest squads, UNC coach Hubert Davis vowed to pick up quality big men. Henry Veesaar is standing front and playing center.
“Hard on the Body”: Coach Mark Madsen on Cal’s Travel Troubles
Cross-country treks have fatigued the Cal Golden Bears. The ACC's newest members posted a dismal 1-7 record on Eastern swings last season.
Easy, Tigers. Clemson Coach Brad Brownell Knows Patience is Key.
Brad Brownell is the longest tenured coach in the ACC. His laser focus on patience has him winning today and investing in tomorrow.
Damon Stoudamire Wants NBA-Style Continuity for Georgia Tech
Two years after leaving the Celtics front office, former Rookie of the Year Damon Stoudamire is building a quality veteran core at Georgia Tech
Top 10 ACC Breakout Players for the 2025-26 Season
Hoops HQ ranks our “breakout” ACC players to watch this season, guys poised for larger roles, increased production and a national spotlight
Hubert Davis Isn't Concerned About Pressure
Expectations are high at North Carolina. Hubert Davis fully embraces it.