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.

The Twists and Turns of Robbie Avila’s Eligibility Case

Avila was granted a preliminary injunction on Thursday, but the College Sports Commission promptly denied Saint Louis’ request to add him as a 16th player

Recruiting Buzz: St. John’s and Kentucky Land Major Commits

This week's key storylines from the high school recruiting trail. New 5-star commits, a bombshell reclassification and a reversal of fortune for Kentucky.

After a Lost Season, St. John's Guard Is Primed for a Breakout

Ian Jackson, a Junior guard who transferred from North Carolina, had a tough first year with the Red Storm

Recruiting Buzz: Four Top-10 Prospects Announce Their Commitments 

It has been a huge week in the high school recruiting world. Here’s everything you need to know.

March in November! New Season Tips Off With Epic Matchups

The 2026-27 season opens with a bang: Kansas vs Kentucky. Michigan State vs Duke. UConn vs Michigan. Miami vs Florida...

Led by a Preseason All-American, Vanderbilt Is Still a Force to Be Reckoned With

Vandy has a NPOY candidate in junior Tyler Tanner, but 11 of the team's 15 players are underclassmen. Can it exceed expectations again?

Recruiting Buzz: Updates on Two Five-Star Prospects, San Diego State’s Big Haul and More

A rundown of the latest headlines from the high school recruiting trail, including major developments in San Diego and Columbia

The Top 100 Players in College Hoops: Part Five

Hoops HQ delivers you the definitive ranking of the top 100 players in college hoops for the 2026-27 season

Recruiting Buzz: Boston College Stays Hot, Cal Lands Major Prize and More

A rundown of the latest headlines from the high school recruiting trail, including major developments at Boston College, Cal and Georgetown

‘They Had Unfinished Business’: Virginia’s Core Is Back and Ready to Level Up

After a 30-win season, the Cavaliers retained all of their players with eligibility remaining, including Belgian star Thijs De Ridder

The Top 100 Players in College Hoops: Part Three

Hoops HQ delivers you the definitive ranking of the top 100 players in college hoops for the 2026-27 season

Recruiting Buzz: Ole Miss Lands Major Prize, Florida Goes Big and More

A rundown of the latest headlines from the high school recruiting trail, including major developments in Oxford and Gainesville