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NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles produced plenty of talking points beyond the games themselves. From Victor Wembanyama’s visible enthusiasm to Commissioner Adam Silver’s remarks on tanking, the event delivered storylines on and off the court.
Michigan is the new No. 1 in the Associated Press men’s college basketball poll, reaching the top spot for the first time in 13 years. The Wolverines’ ascent ends Arizona’s nine-week reign at the top of the rankings.
Michigan has moved to No. 1 in the latest AP Top 25 poll after the Wildcats’ back-to-back losses ended a nine-week run at the top. The shift reflects a sudden change at the top of the rankings following the Wildcats’ recent downturn.
Anthony Edwards led Team Stars to victory in the NBA’s revamped All-Star Game, earning MVP honors. The showcase featured a notably competitive edge, with Edwards and Victor Wembanyama helping set the tone.
Celtics star Jaylen Brown said the City of Beverly Hills’ explanation for shutting down his brand event Saturday night was “completely false.” Brown pushed back publicly after the event was halted.
Kansas State has fired men’s basketball coach Jerome Tang for cause. Tang led the Wildcats to an Elite Eight in his first season but did not match that postseason success over the next three years, including a season with one Big 12 win.
Providence forward Duncan Powell has been suspended for three games for “combative actions” following an on-court fight in Saturday’s loss to No. 17 St. John’s. Powell was one of six players ejected from the game.
Green Bay coach Doug Gottlieb slammed both hands on a table and demanded answers after receiving a late technical foul in Sunday’s loss at Milwaukee. The Phoenix also were whistled for a pivotal foul in the final seconds of the 75-72 Horizon League defeat.
Stephen Curry is slated to return to the NBA’s 3-point contest at next year’s All-Star Weekend in Phoenix. The two-time winner will re-enter the shootout after time away from the event.
LeBron James said Sunday he has not decided whether he will continue his NBA career past this season. The longtime star reiterated that his future remains uncertain as the year moves forward.
BYU star Richie Saunders suffered a torn ACL during Saturday’s victory over Colorado. The injury is season-ending and brings his career with the Cougars to a close.
A look back at the high school résumés of Los Angeles-area NBA stars—work that would have been strong enough to earn All-Star roster consideration. The list spans names from LaMelo Ball to James Harden, highlighting the early foundations of their pro success.
Giannis Antetokounmpo said he remains committed to Milwaukee “as of today,” while underscoring that his focus is on winning. The two-time MVP reiterated his desire to chase another championship after leading the Bucks to the 2021 title.
Celtics star Jaylen Brown said he has “toyed” with the idea of competing in combat sports once his NBA career ends. Brown, who has trained in Muay Thai, mentioned UFC and boxing as possibilities.
Top-ranked Arizona let a seven-point lead slip late in regulation and lost 78-75 in overtime to Texas Tech on Saturday. The defeat marked the Wildcats’ second consecutive loss.
Arizona freshman Koa Peat did not play in the second half of the Wildcats’ 78-75 loss to No. 16 Texas Tech after suffering a lower-body injury. The setback came in a tight matchup between two ranked teams.
Memphis has suspended Hasan Abdul Hakim and Zach Davis indefinitely. The team cited a violation of team rules in announcing the disciplinary action.
Damian Lillard won the All-Star 3-point contest for the third time, nine months after surgery on a torn Achilles. The victory ties him with Larry Bird and Craig Hodges for the most titles in the event’s history.
Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama said he plans to bring a competitive spirit to Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game. The rookie standout emphasized setting a tone that reflects his approach to the game, even on the league’s biggest exhibition stage.
Commissioner Adam Silver said tanking is the worst it has been in "recent memory" and emphasized the league is evaluating every possible solution. Silver noted no remedy is off the table, including the potential loss of draft picks for teams that overtly tank.
Free agent forward Haywood Highsmith has agreed to a multiyear contract with the Phoenix Suns. His agent, Jerry Dianis, confirmed the agreement Saturday.
A heated moment in Saturday’s Big East matchup between No. 17 St. John’s and Providence led to six ejections. The incident stemmed from a hard foul by Providence forward Duncan Powell on St. John’s standout Bryce Hopkins.
Milan Momcilovic scored 18 points as No. 5 Iowa State overcame a slow start to beat No. 9 Kansas 74-56 on Saturday. The win snapped the Jayhawks’ eight-game winning streak.
BYU guard Richie Saunders exited Saturday’s game against Colorado just 45 seconds into the first half with an apparent lower leg injury. His early departure forced the Cougars to adjust their rotation almost immediately.
Nick Boyd poured in 29 points and hit five 3-pointers as Wisconsin rolled past No. 10 Michigan State 92-71 on Friday night. The win marked the Badgers’ second top-10 upset in four nights.
Miami (Ohio) remained the lone unbeaten team in Division I with a 90-74 win over Ohio on Friday. The victory pushed the RedHawks to 25-0 and tied the program’s single-season record for wins.
Philadelphia rookie VJ Edgecombe powered Team Vince to a win in Friday night’s Rising Stars event at NBA All-Star Weekend. Edgecombe was named the game’s MVP after leading the victorious side.
NBA All-Star 2026 brought the league to Los Angeles for a full weekend of events, highlights and final results. Here’s a concise roundup of the key moments and live developments as they unfolded.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson is set to play Saturday at Iowa State. Head coach Bill Self said Friday the Jayhawks’ standout is “good to go.”
Jordan Smith, a top-five senior and the top guard in the 2026 class, announced Friday that he has committed to Arkansas. The pledge gives John Calipari and the Razorbacks a marquee backcourt addition in the next recruiting cycle.
