Alex Squadron

Alex Squadron

Alex Squadron is a staff writer for Hoops HQ. His byline has appeared in SLAM, the New York Post, The Athletic, Sports Illustrated and SB Nation. As an associate editor for SLAM, Alex produced cover stories on basketball stars such as Stephen Curry, Jayson Tatum, Jimmy Butler, Zion Williamson, Dwyane Wade, Paolo Banchero and more. Alex's first book, Life in the G: Minor League Basketball and the Relentless Pursuit of the NBA, was released in October 2023.

Inside the Washington Huskies' Rapid Rebuild

After a disappointing first year at the helm, coach Danny Sprinkle has the Huskies looking like a real threat in the Big Ten

He Won the Heisman and Played in the NBA. Now Charlie Ward Is Taking Over at Florida A&M.

Four months ago, Ward wasn’t thinking about college hoops. Now, he’s running the show at FAMU, hoping to breathe life into a moribund program and continue his commitment to the Tallahassee community.

Top 10 Sophomore Breakout Candidates for the 2025-26 Men’s Hoops Season

While freshmen garner most of the headlines, Flory Bidunga, Isaiah Evans and Tahaad Pettiford headline a sophomore cast ready to make a statement. Here are 10 sophs ready to make a leap this season.

Maximo Adams, Bryson Howard Among Rising Stars in the Class of 2026

Which prospects have risen in the rankings and how has their surge impacted which schools are pursuing them? We offer the latest on 5 top 2026 prospects.

Top 10 Freshmen for the 2025-26 Men’s Hoops Season

Last year’s freshman class was special and owned the NBA lottery. Led by AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer, this year’s class could be even better. 

Five Burning Questions for the 2025-26 Men’s Hoops Season

In the first edition of our burning questions column, we unpack the state of the ACC, the A.J. Dybantsa hype train, the rise in international recruits and more

“Not Going to Be Shortcuts”: Inside Alex Jensen’s Pro-Style Rebuild At Utah

The former Runnin’ Utes star has returned home with a seasoned NBA staff, a compelling pitch for recruits and a vision to turn Utah into a winner again

How a Long-Awaited Reunion Could Prove K-State’s Roster Blueprint to Be a Masterpiece

Another year, another splashy offseason for the Wildcats. But the 2025-26 roster, headlined by All-American P.J. Haggerty, was built with a new approach.

Adrian Autry Has a New Plan for Syracuse. Will It Work?

After a disappointing 2024-25 campaign, Autry’s new “front office” has been hard at work constructing a roster for next season

The Will Wade Era Is Underway at NC State — and the Program Is Already Winning Big

Hoops HQ caught up with the Wolfpack's new coach for an exclusive interview about his first offseason in Raleigh, reeling in his big fish and the making of his new roster

10 Biggest Questions to Emerge From Transfer Portal Season

Did Florida solve its guard issue? Did Michigan and St. John's improve? A breakdown of the major storylines to monitor after a chaotic stretch of roster reshuffling.

Which NBA Draft Prospects Are Returning to College Basketball?

Milos Uzan and Yaxel Lendeborg passed up the NBA to return for the 2025-26 season. We break down the impact of prospects heading back to school.