Kevin Connelly

Joined: Feb 19, 2026

Kevin is a graduate of St. John's University with a degree in journalism. He started his career as a writer for FanSided in which he covered the Duke and St. John's men's basketball programs. He is excited to expand his coverage to covering college basketball at a national level. Kevin is also a freelance sports broadcaster around the New York City region and versatile in many sports such as football, basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, and more. Kevin can be reached at connellykevin24@gmail.com or on X @KevinConnelly24

Dec 13, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies center Franck Kepnang (11) shoots a free throw during the first half against the Southern Utah Thunderbirds at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion.

Big 12 Basketball

A strong transfer portal class has the West Virginia basketball program hoping it can return to the NCAA Tournament.

Mar 11, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons forward Juke Harris (2) with the ball as Clemson Tigers guard Efrem Johnson (4) defends in the first half at Spectrum Center.

SEC Basketball

Juke Harris' decision to commit to Tennessee became official when he opted to withdraw from the NBA Draft and return to college basketball.

Jan 27, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Jr. Paul McNeil (2) shoots a three pointer during the first half of the game against the Syracuse Orange at Lenovo Center.

Other Conferences

The NC State basketball program got its major boost when standout guard Paul McNeil withdrew from the transfer portal and is returning to the team.

Feb 15, 2026; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard Darius Adams (1) dribbles up court against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the first half at Jersey Mike's Arena.

Other Conferences

Justin Gainey is off to a great start in his first offseason with the NC State basketball program as he continues to add major talent in the transfer portal.

Feb 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts to the action during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.

SEC Basketball

After weeks of criticism, the concern surrounding Mark Pope and the Kentucky basketball roster is well deserved.

Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena.

Other Conferences

The UNC basketball roster is coming together but Michael Malone needs to find a bully to complete his team as the Tar Heels appear weak inside.

Jan 24, 2026; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Dame Sarr (7) consults with head coach Jon Scheyer (right) during the first half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Other Conferences

Jon Scheyer added another major talent to the Duke basketball roster when landing 7-footer Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje from Barcelona.

Nov 18, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon Scheyer reacts during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at Madison Square Garden.

Schedule

The Duke basketball program has reached a historic agreement with Amazon Prime to broadcast three of the biggest non-conference games of the season.

Mar 30, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes during the McDonalds All American Jam Fest at Millennium High School.

Big 12 Basketball

After landing Tyran Stokes, the Kansas basketball team is going to need someone to step up and be the secondary scoring option next to its star.

Jan 3, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils center Massamba Diop (35) against the Colorado Buffaloes at Desert Financial Arena.

Other Conferences

After landing Massamba Diop, the Gonzaga basketball program still needs its backcourt returners to make a major leap entering their sophomore seasons.

Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) looks for space Monday, April 6, 2026, against the UConn Huskies during the NCAA men's basketball tournament national championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

March Madness

The days of seeing No. 15 and No. 16 seeds win games in the NCAA Tournament could be coming to an end with the expansion of the tournament.

Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger gives direction during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Center.

Big 12 Basketball

After turning down North Carolina, the Iowa State basketball program has officially extended the contract of head coach T.J. Otzelberger.

Kevin Connelly

Joined: Feb 19, 2026

Kentucky Lands Seasoned Veteran Franck Kepnang as Waiver Decision Looms

Kentucky Making Push for Milan Momcilovic as NBA Draft Decision Nears

Dan Hurley, UConn Creating Unprecedented Non-Conference Schedule

Players Era Unveils New Format with Two Brackets after Heavy Criticism Following

Big 12 Basketball

West Virginia Adds St. John's Transfer Joson Sanon Looking to Rebuild Stock

SEC Basketball

Juke Harris Withdraws from NBA Draft after Commitment to Tennessee

Other Conferences

Paul McNeil Withdraws from Transfer Portal and Returns to NC State for Junior Season

Other Conferences

NC State Adds Former McDonald's All-American as Roster Rebuild Project Continues

SEC Basketball

Missing Tyran Stokes Can Officially Start Concern for Mark Pope, Kentucky

Other Conferences

Michael Malone Need to Find a Bully Quickly for UNC Basketball

Other Conferences

Duke Makes Another Major Addition to its Roster with 7-Footer from Barcelona

Schedule

Amazon Launches Historic Partnership with Duke Basketball, Broadcasting Three Epic Non-Conference Games

Kansas Still Needs More Talent on Roster Following Tyran Stokes Commitment

Gonzaga Building Loaded Frontcourt after Massamba Diop Commitment but Questions Emerge in Backcourt

NCAA Tournament Expansion Will Kill 'Cinderella' From March Madness

Iowa State Basketball Grants T.J. Otzelberger Raise, Extension after Turning Down Elite Programs