College Basketball
James Naismith, a physical educator, invented the sport in 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts as a game that could be played indoors during the winter season. The first game was played in a YMCA gym that same year with two peach baskets nailed to balconies at opposing sides of the gym serving as the goals. The first site of the first college basketball game is largely debated, but the first intercollegiate men’s basketball game was played a few years later, when Minnesota State School of Agriculture and Hamline College played against each other in 1895. The first women’s game was played by Stanford and U.C. Berkeley in 1896. There wasn’t a shot clock in the early days of basketball, so games were much slower and fewer points were scored than in modern basketball games.
Today, both men’s and women’s varsity college basketball teams compete in Division 1 of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). There are 32 Division 1 basketball conferences, including “Power 5” conferences SEC, ACC, Big 10, Big 12 and Pac-12. Each year, the national championship is determined by March Madness, or the NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Tournament. The tournament features 68 teams, including 32 champion teams and 36 teams that are participating as a result of at-large berths.
From player controversies and success to team schedules, FanBuzz is the best place for both casual and diehard college basketball fans to find the news they need to stay up to date regarding their favorite teams (and rivals).
College Basketball
Scottie Pippen’s Son is One of College Basketball’s Bright Stars
Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth, California has turned into a fountain of talent the past few years. Ziaire Williams…
College Basketball
Dennis Rodman’s Son Coming Into His Own at Washington State
Kids of NBA legends are proving they're more than a last name. Bronny James is lighting it up at Sierra…
College Basketball
Dick Vitale’s Cancer Battle is Bringing the Sports World Together
Super, scintillating, sensational! Diaper Dandy! P-T-Per! That was awesome, baby! You can't read those phrases without hearing Dick Vitale's voice.…
College Basketball
55 Key Basketball Terms for All Fans of the Game
Basketball is a game filled with all sorts of lingo and slang. Analysts can throw around terms that may sound…
College Basketball
‘Hoosiers’ Hit Theaters 35 Years Ago. Where is the Cast Today?
"Hoosiers" is one of the greatest sports movies of all time. It has everything you could possibly want. Watching it…
College Basketball
John Calipari’s Wife Calls Him Her Roommate on Social Media
Kentucky men's basketball coach John Calipari is as boisterous as they come. Since his days as an assistant coach with Kansas, Pittsburgh,…
ACC
Coach K’s Net Worth: Duke’s Iconic Coach Will Enter Retirement With a Fortune
Love him or hate him, Duke Blue Devils head coach Mike Krzyzewski has had more success than most coaches can dream of.…
Alabama
Julio Jones’ Net Worth: How the NFL Star Hauled in Millions
From the moment he arrived on the NFL scene, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Julio Jones has cemented himself as one of the…
Big Ten
What Happened to Denard Robinson & Where is He Now?
"Shoelace" may not seem like the most exciting nickname. Still, you should make no mistake about the dynamism of former…
Alabama
Alabama Lands Nation’s No. 3 Point Guard
Five-star point guard Jaden Bradley was barely old enough to drive when he received the keys to the IMG Academy…
College Baseball
The 11 Most Bizarre College Mascots We Can’t Believe Roam the Sidelines
There are plenty of reasons to pick the right college, but choosing a school because of its mascot probably isn't…
College Basketball
Nation’s No. 6 Recruit Helps Build Star-Studded Recruiting Class With Commitment
Chris Livingston is just a kid from Akron. A few exceptions: he's 6-foot-6, he's 17-years-old, and he'll dunk on you.…
College Football
Marshawn Lynch’s Net Worth: How “Beast Mode” Stays Rich in Retirement
Marshawn Lynch was a dominating rusher in his heyday, capable of running through even the most talented defenders. Beast Mode's…
College Basketball
The Most Popular Sport in All 50 States
No matter where you live in the United States, American sports are a part of every community. Although some prefer…
College Basketball
Emoni Bates, Nation’s No. 4 Recruit, Creates New Basketball Powerhouse With Decision
Drawing comparisons to Kevin Durant is a no small feat, especially for a 17-year old. Emoni Bates takes it in…
College Basketball
Rasheed Wallace is Now Coaching Under Another NBA Star
Rasheed Wallace never had trouble speaking his mind. On the court, Wallace let everyone in the arena know what he…
Big 12
Nation’s No. 2 Recruit Commits to National Championship Contender
Keyonte George makes scoring look easy. The Lewisville, Texas shooting guard averaged 23.2 points and dropped 30-plus six times as…
College Basketball
Cade Cunningham’s Daughter Drives Him to Be Great
Cade Cunningham is all but set to become the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft after a prolific…
College Basketball
55 Key Basketball Terms for All Fans of the Game
Basketball is a game filled with all sorts of lingo and slang. Analysts can throw around terms that may sound…
College Basketball
Scottie Pippen’s Son is One of College Basketball’s Bright Stars
Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth, California has turned into a fountain of talent the past few years. Ziaire Williams…
College Basketball
Dennis Rodman’s Son Coming Into His Own at Washington State
Kids of NBA legends are proving they're more than a last name. Bronny James is lighting it up at Sierra…
