How to keep up with NCAA basketball this season.
No stars, just talent? UCLA basketball hopes an ensemble cast can put it back on top
The Bruins have nine new players this season, six transfers and three freshmen, and should be better at scoring, rebounding and defending with new cast.
Southern Illinois hosts Charleston (SC) to tip off season
Charleston (SC) Cougars vs. Southern Illinois Salukis Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Monday, 12 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cougars -3; over/under is 146 BOTTOM LINE: Southern Illinois hosts Charleston (SC) for the season opener. Southern Illinois finished 19-13 overall with an 8-3 record in non-conference games during the 2023-24 season.
Villanova opens season at home against Lafayette
Lafayette Leopards at Villanova Wildcats Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Wildcats -20.5; over/under is 130.5 BOTTOM LINE: Villanova hosts Lafayette for the season opener. Villanova finished 18-16 overall a season ago while going 10-6 at home.
Kansas men’s basketball lands first top 5 recruit since 2016
Kansas basketball and head coach Bill Self is back in the recruiting game after a top 5 standout chose the Jayhawks.
Michigan State football picks vs. Indiana: Can Spartans slow the Hoosiers juggernaut?
Five Free Press sports writers give their thoughts on Michigan State football's chances against No. 13 Indiana on Saturday in East Lansing.