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.

Butler Coach Thad Matta Is Retiring

Matta won a combined eight conference regular-season championships at Butler, Xavier and Ohio State

South Region Preview: The Reigning Champs Are Hungry For More

Can the Gators repeat? Can Houston conquer its demons? Can Nebraska win its first-ever NCAA game?

Midwest Region Preview: Can Anyone Beat Michigan?

From elite defenses like Michigan and Iowa State to high-powered offenses like Alabama and Texas Tech, the Midwest region has a fascinating mix of teams

Alex Squadron's Bracket

March Madness is here. So is Hoops HQ staff writer Alex Squadron's expert analysis of how best to fill out your NCAA Tournament bracket.

St. John’s Claims Second Straight Big East Tournament Title With Dominant Victory Over UConn

The Johnnies cruised to a 72-52 win over the Huskies in front of a raucous Madison Square Garden crowd

The Coaching Carousel Is in Full Swing — Here’s Where Things Stand

After the dismissals of Adrian Autry, Kim English, Damon Stoudamire, Wes Miller and others, there are a lot of intriguing jobs on the market

FINS UP! The Story Behind Long Island University’s Viral Chant

It started with a couple of random twentysomethings in an empty gym. Now the Sharks’ famous free throw routine is headed for March Madness

Cincinnati Parting Ways With Coach Wes Miller

Over the past five seasons, Miller has compiled a 100-74 overall record with the Bearcats

Syracuse Fires Coach Adrian Autry

In Autry's three seasons at the helm, the Orange went 49-48 and failed to reach the NCAA Tournament

How Dylan “Big Bells” Darling Emerged as the March Madness X-Factor for St. John’s

The Idaho State transfer, who has taken over as Rick Pitino’s starting point guard, is built for the big moments

Five-Star Prospect Caleb Holt Commits to Arizona

The dynamic guard out of Prolific Prep is ranked No. 4 in the class of 2026, according to the 247Sports Composite.

Duke Guard Caleb Foster Out for Foreseeable Future With Fractured Foot

The junior sustained the injury during Saturday’s game against North Carolina and is out for the foreseeable future