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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Big East Basketball News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the biggest stories across the Big East Conference—from game results and rankings to standout performances, rivalries, and tournament implications. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes.Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—covering conferences, teams, and leagues to keep fans connected at every level. Big East Basketball News Today is your daily snapshot of Big East basketball.Advertise on DNN: [email protected]
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Tre White Pushes for Fifth College Year | Big 12 Basketball News
Tre White, former Kansas star, is fighting to play a fifth college season after a new NCAA rule excludes his class from the five-year eligibility window — a move he and 80+ athletes argue unfairly limits their NIL earning potential. Despite NBA interest, including an Exhibit-10 offer from Miami,...
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Self’s Final Big Mondays | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas is set for two high-stakes Big Monday games in the 2026-27 season — a road showdown against Houston on Feb. 1 and a home clash with Iowa State on March 1 — both potential title-defining matchups under Coach Bill Self, who boasts an elite 66-17 record on Big Monday and has never lost at…
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Houston Cougars Shine on Big Monday | Big 12 Basketball News
Houston Cougars are primed for national spotlight with two Big Monday showdowns on ESPN—hosting Kansas on Feb 1 and traveling to Lubbock for a Texas Tech clash on Feb 15, both at 8 PM. As one of just three programs to earn multiple Big Monday slots, Houston proves its elite status in the Big 12....
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Kansas Frontcourt in Question | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball’s frontcourt is in flux as they navigate life without Flory Bidunga, who transferred to Louisville. With center depth thinning, the Jayhawks are leaning on returning junior Paul Mbiya — a rising star with elite size and wingspan — alongside injured transfer Christian Reeves....
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Council’s Last Shot for KU | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball’s roster scramble just got a wild new twist: Melvin Council Jr., a former KU guard now suing the NCAA for an extra year of eligibility, could be their last hope — if he clears legal hurdles and avoids Big 12 rules barring pro-experienced players. With his court date set for…
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Arizona's Big Monday Spotlight | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona’s getting prime time spotlight in the Big 12 with two Big Monday games scheduled for 2026-27—hosting TCU on Feb 8 and road trip to BYU on Feb 22, both at 7 PM MT. The Wildcats boast a strong 4-1 record in Big Monday matchups over the past two years, including a road win over BYU during...
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Jayhawks’ Future and Financial Peace | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball’s season hangs in the balance as they navigate life without key player Flory Bidunga, sparking debate over Coach Bill Self’s roster moves. With high-stakes “Big Monday” games looming and fan anxiety mounting, the Jayhawks face a pivotal test. Meanwhile, college football delivers...
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Ogbole’s NCAA Eligibility Battle | Big 12 Basketball News
Emmanuel Ogbole, a former Rutgers basketball star running out of eligibility, is locked in a high-stakes legal battle to play one more season — with Kansas leading the charge to get him cleared by the NCAA before the deadline. As multiple schools including Georgia, Oklahoma, and Tennessee await...
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NCAA Lawsuit Demands Fifth Year Eligibility | Big 12 Basketball News
Tamin Lipsey and dozens of other student-athletes are suing the NCAA to get a fifth year of eligibility, arguing they were unfairly excluded from the “Five-for-Five” rule because they played four seasons straight after graduating high school in 2022 — unlike athletes who benefited from COVID...
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Kansas Big Monday Showdowns | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball is about to shine on national TV twice in the 2026-27 season, facing Houston on Big Monday, February 1st, and hosting Iowa State on March 1st—both at 8 p.m. Central on ESPN. The road test against a seven-time Sweet Sixteen team adds pressure, while the home showdown against a...
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Stokes & Self: Final Act or New Dawn | Big 12 Basketball News
Dick Vitale is buzzing about Kansas coach Bill Self’s potential final championship run, with the spotlight now on phenom Tyran Stokes—the top recruit in the country and a future NBA draft star. Stokes brings elite playmaking and toughness to fill the void left by Kansas’ entire starting lineup...
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Iowa State in National Spotlight | Big 12 Basketball News
Iowa State basketball is heating up, with Coach T.J. Otzelberger leading the Cyclones to consistent Big 12 dominance and five straight NCAA tournament appearances—though that elusive national title still eludes them. Get ready for prime-time exposure in 2026-27, including a Big Monday showdown...
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Jones Chooses Maryland Over OSU | Big 12 Basketball News
Oklahoma State’s big gamble to land top-ranked Texas guard Payton Jones backfired when he committed to Maryland—despite intense recruiting efforts and a 16-school offer sheet. The Cowboys, already battling Baylor, Kansas State, and others for Jones, now turn focus to their loaded 2027 class...
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Diggs Weighs Top 7 Schools | Big 12 Basketball News
Five-star guard Adan Diggs, ranked among the nation’s top prospects, is narrowing his college choices to seven elite programs, with Arizona leading the pack and Kansas making a strong push. A native of Gilbert, Arizona, Diggs plans to visit all finalists before deciding — including a crucial stop...
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Arizona Eyes Top SG Adan Diggs | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona Wildcats are heating up the 2027 recruiting race with a major win: top-ranked shooting guard Adan Diggs, the No. 1 SG and No. 6 overall prospect in his class, is now heavily committed to Tucson. Standing at 6’4”, Diggs boasts elite two-way talent, fluid movement, and dominant stats —...
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BYU Lands 7-Foot Serbian Prospect | Big 12 Basketball News
BYU just added a towering 7-foot Serbian center, Petar Ostojic, who’s already got pro experience and flashes of elite potential. Though his stats were modest in Serbia’s leagues, he exploded at the U18 European Championship with a 25-point, 14-rebound, 6-block performance. He joins BYU as the...
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Godfrey’s Eligibility Hangs in Balance | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona Wildcats face a major roster shakeup as star RJ Godfrey’s eligibility hangs in the balance after a Georgia court ruled against him, stemming from a broader NCAA legal battle. With Godfrey — a key contributor last season — now barred from play pending appeal, coach Tommy Lloyd must…
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Howard Williams Commits to Arizona State | Big 12 Basketball News
Four-star small forward Howard Williams, ranked 45 overall in the 2027 class and the top-10 wing, has committed to Arizona State — choosing the Sun Devils over Kentucky, TCU, and Washington. The 6-foot-6 Texas native praised the coaching staff’s vision and strong rapport as key factors, calling…
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Eligibility Battle Heats Up | Big 12 Basketball News
College athletes are caught in a legal whirlwind as courts weigh eligibility battles under the new “five for five” rule, with Arizona’s RJ Godfrey blocked by a Georgia appeals court—while teammates and rivals like Chauncey Wiggins and JaMichael Stillwell face similar fates. Godfrey’s team plans…
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Iowa State’s Big 12 Firepower | Big 12 Basketball News
Iowa State basketball is heating up under T.J. Otzelberger, consistently making the NCAA tournament and staying in the top 25—even with key losses. They’ve jumped to No. 13 in early rankings after Michigan’s big recruit got injured, but a major hurdle looms: point guard Killyan Toure’s shoulder...
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Stillwell's Eligibility Battle Heats Up | Big 12 Basketball News
Texas Tech’s basketball hopes are hanging by a thread as star transfer Jamichael Stillwell faces a major eligibility setback after the NCAA won a key court battle in Georgia — potentially ending his fifth-year eligibility and forcing a legal showdown with teammate Donovan Atwell, whose own case…
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BYU Basketball Shakeup: Urbaniak Out, Ostojic In | Big 12 Basketball News
BYU basketball loses its projected starting center Jakub Urbaniak to European pro ball, sidestepping NCAA eligibility drama — but gains a massive 7’1” Serbian phenom Petar Ostojic, already on campus and primed to fill the void. With Jaxon Kohler’s own eligibility hanging in the balance, Ostojic’s...
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Trey Kaufman-Renn’s NCAA Battle | Big 12 Basketball News
Trey Kaufman-Renn, a former Purdue star drafted but now playing under a temporary restraining order from the NCAA, is poised for a sixth college season at 24 — a wild twist after hearing his name called. A dominant force with 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists per game last year, he’s a top...
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Three Top 20 Prospects Hit Tucson | Big 12 Basketball News
Five-star guard Adan Diggs kicks off his official visit to Arizona this weekend, joining fellow top-20 2027 recruits Darius Wabbington and NaVorro Bowman Jr. for the Wildcats’ Red-Blue showcase — a rare trio of elite talent converging in Tucson. Ranked sixth nationally by 247Sports and Rivals,...
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Houston’s 2027 Class Shocks Recruiting World | Big 12 Basketball News
Houston’s basketball program is on fire, landing three five-star recruits for 2025 alone, including future NBA first-rounders Kingston Flemings and Chris Cenac Jr. They’ve also snagged the top center in the nation for two straight cycles, with freshman Arafan Diane leading the charge. The 2027...
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Council Resurfaces With New Legal Battle | Big 12 Basketball News
Melvin Council Jr. didn’t actually drop his NCAA lawsuit—he just moved it to New York, where he’s got a better shot at winning. The case stems from his late start in Division I basketball after a dismissed high school case scared off schools, and the NCAA’s claim that his NBA Summer League stint...
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Arizona’s 2027 Blueprint Takes Shape | Big 12 Basketball News
Tommy Lloyd’s Arizona Wildcats are heating up the recruiting trail, already locking down elite 2025 commits like Koa Peat and Brayden Burries while eyeing a stacked 2027 class. Rivals’ latest rankings spotlight four top-25 targets, led by local phenom Adan Diggs—now No. 6 overall—with Arizona...
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Malik Reneau’s NCAA Eligibility Breakthrough | Big 12 Basketball News
The NCAA’s eligibility chaos continues as players like Malik Reneau, Miami’s standout forward averaging nearly 19 points and 6 rebounds, fight their way back on the court — thanks to a temporary court order. With his NBA Summer League stint showing promise and Kansas eyeing a frontcourt upgrade,...
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Houston Lands Top Point Guard Darrell Davis | Big 12 Basketball News
Houston just pulled off a major recruiting coup with the commitment of Darrell Davis, a top-6 point guard nationally and Ohio’s third-best player, who chose Kelvin Sampson’s Cougars over Florida State and Mississippi State. Standing 6’1” and weighing 160 lbs, Davis brings elite ball-handling,...
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ASU Lands Top 50 Prospect Howard Williams | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona State just pulled off a major recruiting coup with the commitment of four-star forward Howard Williams, a 6-7 Dallas native and top-50 national prospect. He chose ASU over offers from TCU, Oklahoma State, and other Big 12 schools, citing the program’s belief in him and strong trust in the...
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Kansas Wing Battle 2026-27 | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball’s wing rotation for 2026-27 is wide open and loaded with talent—Dennis Parker Jr., Kohl Rosario, Luke Barnett, Trent Perry, and Tyran Stokes all vying for minutes. Parker brings elite scoring flashes (53 points in one game), Rosario offers system familiarity and defensive...
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Arizona Wildcats Ready for Final Four Run | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona Wildcats are primed for a Final Four run again next season, boasting a stacked frontcourt with returning star Motiejus Krivas and potential powerhouse RJ Godfrey—if cleared. Sophomore Ivan Kharchenkov is poised to explode off the bench, while the backcourt’s youth and shooting woes could…
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Jizzle James vs Cincinnati | Big 12 Basketball News
Jizzle James, the former Cincinnati point guard, is stirring up controversy by claiming he’s returning to the team — despite being officially cut by coach Wes Miller. After receiving a formal notice from the university banning him from using school logos or promoting himself as part of the…
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Kansas’ Big Man Bet: Mbiya’s Rise | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball is betting big on 21-year-old center Paul Mbiya, a towering seven-footer from the DRC with an eye-popping 7’8” wingspan, to anchor the team this season. After a raw freshman campaign and a brief portal detour, Mbiya returns as a junior under NCAA rules, bringing undeniable...
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Campbell Brings Defense and Scoring to Bearcats | Big 12 Basketball News
Cincinnati just pulled off a major coup for the 2026-27 season, landing Javontae Campbell—the MAC Defensive Player of the Year—after a standout junior college stint and two years at Bowling Green. Averaging nearly 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists while leading the nation in steals, Campbell...
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Kansas Targets Top 2027 Forward Zion Green | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas is heating up its recruiting fire with Zion Green, a top-25 2027 power forward from Arizona, set to visit campus this weekend. Standing 6-foot-9 and weighing 190 pounds, Green brings elite size and finishing ability — just needs to add muscle to become a true Division I starter. With...
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Jizzle James Out of Charlotte | Big 12 Basketball News
Jizzle James, son of NFL legend Edgerrin James and former Bearcats standout, has been cut from Charlotte 49ers roster — just weeks after hinting on Instagram he might be heading back to Cincinnati. The move comes amid a history of personal absences and shifting paths for the player who once…
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Jizzle James Out of Charlotte | Big 12 Basketball News
Jizzle James, son of NFL legend Edgerrin James and former Bearcats standout, has been cut from Charlotte 49ers roster — just weeks after hinting on Instagram he might be heading back to Cincinnati. The move comes amid a history of personal absences and shifting paths for the player who once…
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Jayhawks Target Top Prospects | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball is on a recruiting roll, hosting top prospects like Malachi Jordan and Jalen White this month, while also keeping tabs on international talent like 6’8” German guard Fabian Kayser and point guard Antonio Pemberton. With their 2027 class still needing depth, Coach Bill Self’s…
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Stokes Era Begins for Kansas | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball is on the brink of a new era with top-three draft prospect Tyran Stokes stepping into the spotlight, replacing last year’s fallen freshman star. Can the supporting cast rise to the occasion? Coach Self’s hopes rest on breakout performances from Keanu Dawes, consistent…
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Mountaineers’ Loaded Non-Conference Slate | Big 12 Basketball News
The West Virginia Mountaineers are firing on all cylinders with a stacked non-conference slate designed to build hype and test depth, featuring exhibition games against Maryland, Glenville State, and Wheeling, followed by tough matchups like Niagara, Stetson, and Mercer — plus a high-stakes…
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Melvin Council Drops NCAA Eligibility Fight | Big 12 Basketball News
Melvin Council Jr.’s dream of one more college season with Kansas is over after he dropped his lawsuit against the NCAA, ending his fight to reset his eligibility clock — a battle rooted in his junior college time and past legal issues. The NCAA countered sharply, claiming he’d already forfeited...
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Young Wildcats Ready for Big Test | Big 12 Basketball News
Championship buzz is electric as WVU’s loaded, young squad gears up for a Big 12 title run—top recruits, rising stars, and a brutal non-conference slate including UNC and Wake Forest. But can this untested team survive the grind? With key players sidelined, freshmen stepping up, and big decisions...
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Arizona State Lands Top 50 Recruit | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona State just landed a major recruiting coup with 6-7 forward Carson Crawford, ranked 46 nationally by ESPN, committing to the Sun Devils for the 2027 class. A dominant scorer and rebounder from Florida who averaged over 17 points and 9 rebounds last season, Crawford brings elite…
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Iowa State’s Rebuild Faces Injury Blow | Big 12 Basketball News
Iowa State’s basketball roster got a major overhaul this offseason, with seven players departing — including key seniors — but coach T.J. Otzelberger’s recruiting and transfer moves have kept the program on track. Yet ESPN’s early rankings snubbed them entirely, placing them in the “Next Five”...
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Carson Crawford Chooses Arizona State | Big 12 Basketball News
Carson Crawford, the top-ranked small forward in the 2027 class, has chosen Arizona State — a huge coup for new head coach Randy Bennett, who brings a proven winning pedigree from Saint Mary’s. Standing at 6’6”, Crawford dominated the Nike EYBL Peach Jam with near-eight-point, eight-rebound games...
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Baylor's NBA Pipeline and Tournament Outlook | Big 12 Basketball News
Baylor’s NBA pipeline is heating up—already boasting 11 former players in the league, joining elite programs like Kentucky (30) and Duke (29). With a young roster led by prospects like Dylan and Kayden Mingo, the Bears are eyeing NCAA tournament contention while building toward future NBA stars....
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Arizona Wildcats 2024 Season Preview | Big 12 Basketball News
Arizona Wildcats poised for another March Madness run as they gear up for their season opener against UCLA in Las Vegas, with Coach Tommy Lloyd’s championship pedigree fueling high expectations. Despite losing key freshmen, the team retains two starters and bolsters its roster with elite…
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Kentucky Late Push for Top Wing AJ Williams | Big 12 Basketball News
Kentucky’s Mark Pope is making a late but bold push for top recruit AJ Williams, a top-five wing who could be close to deciding — with BYU currently leading the race. At 6’7”, Williams brings elite athleticism, scoring versatility, and maturity, having shined on USA Basketball’s U16 team. With...
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Kansas Eyes Top 2027 Guard Parker McDaniel | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball is on a recruiting roll, hosting top 2027 guard Parker McDaniel for an official visit this September—right alongside fellow prospects Malachi Jordan and Jalen White. Standing at 6’3” and ranked 96 overall, McDaniel’s elite shooting off the dribble and quick release make him a...
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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Big East Basketball News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the biggest stories across the Big East Conference—from game results and rankings to standout performances, rivalries, and tournament implications. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes.Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—covering conferences, teams, and leagues to keep fans connected at every level. Big East Basketball News Today is your daily snapshot of Big East basketball.Advertise on DNN: [email protected]
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