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Dribble Handoff: Which new college basketball coach will have the most successful long-term career?

Our experts predict which new hire from the 2026 coaching carousel will find the most long-term success

Duke-Michigan game in Miami called off; Blue Devils will instead face Texas Tech at MSG on Dec. 21

Duke and TTU will meet for a second straight December at the World's Most Famous Arena after broadcast complications led to a change

Lionel Messi didn't win second World Cup, but 2026 run secured his status as an all-time global sports icon

To live forever is for the world to know you by just one word. Messi is there with the likes of Jordan, Ali, Brady, Bolt, Serena, Phelps and a select few other all-timers

Dribble Handoff: Did Michigan AD Warde Manuel make right call by promoting Mike Boynton to replace Dusty May?

Our experts look at how the Wolverines handled May's departure to the Mavericks

From NBA Summer League back to college basketball? NCAA coaches bracing for more roster chaos

As the NCAA's new age-based eligibility rule comes under legal attacks, some agents see a pathway from the NBA back to college

Why college basketball recruiting returned to Las Vegas, which is poised to become an annual offseason mecca

The NBA's Summer League and the college evaluation period coinciding should be the arrangement in the future

Michigan names Mike Boynton full-time coach on 2-year deal: Interim tag removed for Dusty May's replacement

This marks the second time Boynton has received an in-house promotion at a power-conference program

Kylian Mbappe downplays ankle injury after France secure World Cup semifinal spot: 'Everything is OK'

France are so dominant, the only element of drama so far is whether or not the best player in the world will be 100% for Tuesday's semifinal

Wichita selected to join Dayton as opening-round site of 2027 NCAA men's NCAA Tournament

Wichita beat out a host of finalists to host six NCAA Tournament opening-round games in 2027 and 2028

Dribble Handoff: Best city and venue to join Dayton as host for the NCAA Tournament's expanded opening round?

As March Madness expands to 76 teams in 2027, Dayton needs a partner city to host the 12-game opening round. Our writers have some ideas

France roasts Norway: Ousmane Dembélé steps into a starring role with fastest World Cup hat trick in 72 years

What was hoped to be a superstar head-to-head between Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland instead became a runaway reminder of France's greatness

2026 NBA Draft intel: Latest buzz on Wizards' No. 1 pick, trade chatter and prospects rising late

Is AJ Dybantsa at No. 1 a lock? Could Utah really draft Cam Boozer second? Which point guard will be first off the board? A rundown on what we're hearing heading into Tuesday night

Why Dusty May leaving Michigan and college basketball behind in June isn't remotely surprising

May never intended to stay much longer at Michigan, but college basketball's erratic landscape accelerated his decision

AJ Dybantsa's relentless pursuit to try and be the No. 1 pick driven by one motto: 'Keep it in the family'

Over the past five years the Dybantsas have controlled almost everything. The one thing they can't is what AJ has always wanted most: The No. 1 pick

2026 NBA Mock Draft: Cameron Boozer goes to Jazz at No. 2, Clippers like Mikel Brown for fifth pick

Matt Norlander's one and only mock draft for 2026 has Utah subverting expectations at No. 2

Matt Norlander is a national award-winning senior writer in his 16th season covering college basketball for CBS Sports. He also co-hosts the Eye on College Basketball podcast and is a college hoops analyst and insider for CBS Sports HQ and CBS Sports Network. In addition to college hoops, Norlander covers the NBA Draft, is CBS Sports' lead Olympics columnist and occasionally writes on golf. He is currently president of the United States Basketball Writers Association as well. Norlander lives in Connecticut with his wife and two sons, is an avid guitarist, amateur drummer and enthusiastic skier. You're happily invited to send him story tips and music recommendations.

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