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Jan 21, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Brenen Lorient (0) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Brenen Lorient, Javan Buchanan take significant next step toward 2026 eligibility

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Aug 4, 2026

Regional rivalry returns for West Virginia in open exhibition ahead of 2026 season

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Jul 31, 2026

Doors open for Ross Hodge to finish WVU's roster with new court rulings against NCAA

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Jul 31, 2026

WVU transfer Finley Bizjack reveals his family's role in supporting his career

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Jul 31, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Utah Utes forward Seydou Traore (0) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Seydou Traore's reason for choosing WVU proves Ross Hodge is coach the program needs

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge talks with West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) during the first half against the Baylor Bears at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Can WVU basketball retain it's strong defense with a major roster rebuild?

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; CIA Bella Vista (AZ) guard Miles Sadler (1) against Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy (TX) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ross Hodge hopes to alleviate pressure on Miles Sadler ahead of freshman season

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Amir Jenkins (2) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Latest Amir Jenkins update provides positive news for WVU basketball

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Jul 30, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ross Hodge heaps praise upon freshman West Virginia native after impressive summer

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Jul 30, 2026

Feb 8, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge yells during the second half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Will WVU basketball add another player before the start of the 2026-27 season?

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Jul 30, 2026

Mar 4, 2025; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; Boise State Broncos forward Javan Buchanan (22) controls the ball in the first half against the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Ross Hodge offers bad news regarding Javan Buchanan for WVU basketball fans

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Jul 30, 2026

Mar 8, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers coach Mark Kellogg cuts down the net after the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Mark Kellogg looks to make major recruiting splash for WVU with elite 4-star target

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Jul 27, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Gia Cooke (3) catches the ball against the Colorado Buffaloes during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

WVU women's basketball hopes to create more 'Greenbrier magic' in 2026

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge reacts to a play during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

WVU basketball set to carry high expectations into upcoming season

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Jul 22, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Jordan Harrison (10) reacts to an and one foul by guard Gia Cooke (3) during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

Jordan Harrison, Gavin Kelly's huge seasons continue to shine light on WVU athletics

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Jul 22, 2026

Dec 3, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets center Mouhamed Sylla (6) in action against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the second half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Mouhamed Sylla might be the elite center that WVU has been looking for

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Jul 19, 2026

Buttler University basketball player Finley Bizjack Media Day on Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2023, in the Buttler University practice gym in Indianapolis.

Finley Bizjack's bold statement should excite WVU basketball fans

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Jul 19, 2026

Mar 6, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Brenen Lorient (0) celebrates after a made basket during the first half against the UCF Knights at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Likelihood of Brenen Lorient return for WVU increases with new court ruling

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Jul 9, 2026

Feb 17, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Kerr Kriisa (3) drives against Baylor Bears forward Josh Ojianwuna (15) during the second half at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

More shocking Kerr Kriisa details emerge as indictment unsealed on federal charges

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Jul 6, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge reacts to a play during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

Ross Hodge continues to prove himself an elite recruiter for WVU basketball

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Jul 5, 2026

Jan 13, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Kerr Kriisa (3) celebrates with students after defeating the Texas Longhorns at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

Kerr Kriisa arrested in connection to stunning crimes during WVU stint

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Jul 4, 2026

Jun 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Dallas Wings guard JJ Quinerly (11) against the Phoenix Mercury at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Did the Dallas Wings make a mistake parting ways with J.J. Quinerly

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Jun 30, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers coach Ross Hodge watches game play during the first half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

WVU basketball still facing serious disrespect in 2027 tournament projection

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Jun 30, 2026

Jan 1, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Marquette forward Skylar Forbes (11) droves around Connecticut center Jana El Alfy (8) during the second half of their game Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at the Al McGuire Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Connecticut beat Marquette 77-45. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

WVU women's basketball transfer stars for Canada in international competition

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Jun 30, 2026

Jan 3, 2025; Gilbert, AZ, USA; CIA Bella Vista (AZ) guard Miles Sadler (1) against Arizona Compass Prep during the Hoophall West High School Invitational at Highland High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Miles Sadler has chance to prove he's a top college PG at prestigious camp

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Jun 30, 2026

Mar 7, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Mark Kellogg looks on from the sideline in the first quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Amy Kontras-Imagn Images

Mark Kellogg has found his new team leader for WVU women's basketball

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Jun 29, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Florida State Seminoles guard Martin Somerville (1) dribbles the ball around Pittsburgh Panthers guard MacAri Moore (left) during the second half at the Petersen Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Under-the-radar portal add could be WVU basketball's X-factor this season

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Jun 29, 2026

Jan 11, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Mark Kellogg watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Mark Kellogg ends decade-long drought for WVU with Alexis Bordas signing

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Jun 28, 2026

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