Rutgers Men's Basketball Shines Academically | Rutgers Basketball News

Rutgers men’s basketball just earned national acclaim—not just for their court prowess, but for their academic excellence, winning the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award for the 2025-26 season with a collective GPA of 3.0+. Senior guard Tariq Francis, a health administration major, joined the elite NABC Honors Court with a 3.2+ GPA, proving that elite athletics and top-tier academics can coexist. Francis credits Rutgers’ coaching staff and academic network for preparing him for a future in healthcare and business, while Head Coach Steve Pikiell’s culture is building well-rounded athletes who thrive both on and off the hardwood. This recognition celebrates the team’s commitment to excellence beyond the game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2ebbbfc35e0dc9d6