Bubble Watch: UCLA, Texas In; Miami, VCU Out (For Now)
Welcome to Bubble Watch, where our Bracketologist monitors who's on the guest list and who's on the curb ahead of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Today's lineup includes 11 locks, and dozens of teams making their case — including nine would-be Cinderellas.
Wanna Bet? Count on Alabama to Cover the Spread vs. Texas A&M
Feb 4: A do-or-die game for Alabama means an easy pick against the spread. Our gambling tandem brings you winning wagers for Seton Hall vs. Villanova and more.
Men's Top 25: Hello, Texas A&M. Buh-bye, Bama.
Feb 2: Illinois dominates. Nebraska grabs another quality loss. Michigan State struggles. Arizona prepares to run the gauntlet.
Women’s Top 25: Tennessee Slides, Illinois Arrives
Feb 2: A blowout loss spells danger for Iowa. TCU stumbles. West Virginia scores a statement win. A new star emerges at Illinois.
Katz’s Corner: It’s Time for School Presidents to Speak on Eligibility
Why school presidents need to speak out on the festering eligibility issue. Plus: Arizona and Michigan vs. the field and St. John's vs. UConn.
Cal, Texas and Indiana Enter the Field. Ohio State and Miami (Fl.) Drop Out.
Feb. 2: Illinois and Iowa State are both making a case for No. 1 seeds
Indiana, NC State Are Back On the Bubble. Florida Looks Repeat Ready.
Jan. 30: Meanwhile, Missouri and Seton Hall are trending in the wrong direction
2026 WNBA Mock Draft
Jan. 29: With the WNBA in flux, all eyes are on the class of 2026. Our Women's Basketball Editor predicts all 45 picks, including Azzi Fudd, Awa Fam, UCLA's entire starting lineup.
As Losses Mount, Loyola Chicago Faces An Uncertain Future
The Ramblers had high hopes for the season but are now in last place in the Atlantic-10, raising questions about the future of coach Drew Valentine
Portal Check-In: Which Transfers Have Been the Best Pickups?
Jan 27: A thriller from Keyshawn Hall and a bounceback win for Yaxel Lendeborg marked a key week for the top transfers in college basketball
Bulldog Mentality: Yale’s James Jones Is Aging Into Success
James Jones was short on patience when he started coaching Yale at the age of 36. Now in his 60s, Jones has built an Ivy League powerhouse and shows no signs of slowing down.
“All Trust”: How Undefeated Miami of Ohio Is Stunning College Basketball
The RedHawks' days of going unnoticed are over. Are the owners of the season's longest win streak bona fide Tournament contenders?
