BY ADAM ZAGORIA Five-star forward Nate Ament updated his timeline for a college decision during the Nike Hoop Summit this past weekend. “Next week or two,” he told Krysten Peek. The 6-foot-9 Ament is considering Duke, Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Louisville. I sat down with uncommitted five-star Nate Ament after practice at Nike Hoop Summit and we discussed … [Read more...] about Five-star forward Nate Ament updates decision timeline
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Iowa picks up transfer guard Brendan Hausen
By SAM LANCE Former Kansas State guard Brendan Hausen has committed to Iowa, his agent Drew Kelso told ZAGSBLOG. Hausen — the 6-foot-4, 205-pound guard from Amarillo (TX) — averaged 10.9 points and 2.5 rebounds per game last season for Kansas State. He shot 39.0% from the field and 90-of-232 (38.8%) from 3-point range. The guard started his career at Villanova and … [Read more...] about Iowa picks up transfer guard Brendan Hausen
Dayton transfer guard Malachi Smith commits to UConn
By SAM LANCE Former Dayton guard Malachi Smith is transferring to UConn, he announced via Instagram. Smith — the 6-foot, 175-pound guard from Bronx (NY) — averaged 10.4 points, 5.3 assists and 2.9 rebounds per game last season for the Flyers. He started all but two games and shot 42.4% from the field and 31-of-81 (38.3%) from beyond the arc. “We’re excited to add a … [Read more...] about Dayton transfer guard Malachi Smith commits to UConn
Top-40 2026 prospect Jermal Jones updates recruitment
By SAM LANCE FISHERS, IN — Jermal Jones burst onto the scene this past summer playing with Nike EYBL’s newest program, Jet Academy, which was founded by former two-time NBA champion Kenny Smith. Jones — the 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard out of IMG Academy — is ready to run it back this summer. The four-star guard will be the centerpiece of the 17u squad after leading 16u … [Read more...] about Top-40 2026 prospect Jermal Jones updates recruitment
Temple transfer guard Zion Stanford chooses Villanova
By SAM LANCE Kevin Willard is on the board with his second transfer portal commit since becoming the head coach of Villanova. Former Temple guard Zion Stanford will be transferring to the Wildcats, per Joe Tipton of On3. Stanford — the 6-foot-6, 205-pound guard from Philadelphia — will be returning home after two seasons at Temple. Last season, Stanford was a key piece … [Read more...] about Temple transfer guard Zion Stanford chooses Villanova