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Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Kick Off 2026 Recruiting Class
Penn State basketball kicked off July with the first commitment of its 2026 recruiting class. Dionycius (Nyce) Bakare, a 6-5 wing who plays for the Phelps School in southeastern Pennsylvania, announced his commitment via Instagram.
Southampton News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 6
Penn State Basketball Signs Turkish Guard With 'Vast' International Experience
Penn State men's basketball announced the signing of Melih Tunca, a 6-5 guard from Turkey who will join the Nittany Lions this season. Penn State coach Mike Rhoades called Tunca a "versatile guard" who brings "vast" international experience to the program.
Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Hire Scott Pera as General Manager
Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades has hired a former co-worker and old friend as his new general manager. Scott Pera, who succeeded Rhoades as the head coach at Rice University, joins the Nittany Lions as the program's first general manager.
The 'AP men's college basketball Players of the Year' quiz
How many of the men's college basketball players to be named the Associated Press' Player of the Year since the 1999-2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Penn State Basketball Adds to Highest-Ranked Recruiting Class in Program History
Penn State men's basketball fortified the highest-ranked class in program history with two recent signees, including a 7-foot forward from Croatia. Nittany Lions coach Mike Rhoades recently made the signings official, rounding a Penn State recruiting class that ranks 23rd nationally, according to the 247Sports Composite.
College Basketball News / NIL on SI / May 9
Penn State Hires First Men's Basketball GM Amid Changing NIL Landscape
The era of Name, Image, and Likeness has brought with it a littany of changes to the collegiate athletics landscape. Not only do student-athletes now receive
Penn State Basketball Hiring a General Manager, Per Report
Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades is hiring a general manager, according to a new report. Jeff Goodman of the Field of 68 site reported that Penn State is hiring former Rice Owls head coach Scott Pera as its general manager for men's basketball.
Southampton News / Athlon Sports / May 6
7-Foot Big Man Makes College Basketball Decision on Tuesday
Mike Rhoades is heading into his third season as head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions. After making the NCAA Tournament three times in six years at VCU, Rhoades is still chasing his first appearance with the Lions.
Talor Battle's Return to Penn State Is 'Highly Beneficial,' Mike Rhoades Says
Penn State men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades called the return of Talor Battle, the program's all-time leading scorer, a "highly beneficial" move for the program.
College Basketball News / Nittany Central / April 2
Penn State Basketball: The Best Thing Mike Rhoades Has Done
Penn State Basketball Head Coach Mike Rhoades made a significant announcement, adding former Nittany Lion great Talor Battle to the coaching staff. After
Penn State Basketball: Mike Rhoades Explains Decision to Skip Postseason
Penn State basketball’s 2024-25 season officially concluded with an 86-75 upset win over Wisconsin. By then, it was too little, too late for the Nittany Lions, who finished a rough 6-14 Big Ten campaign.
Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Freshman Enters NCAA Transfer Portal
Penn State freshman gaurd Jahvin Carter, who played in 26 games for the Nittany Lions last season, will enter the NCAA Transfer Portal. Blake Smith of Recruits Zone first reported Carter's decision Wednesday.
'That Was Awesome:' Penn State Basketball Upsets No. 12 Wisconsin on the Road
Penn State basketball coach Mike Rhoades wanted his team to shape its full focus around the regular-season finale at Wisconsin and not what might come next: a potential postseason bid, the NCAA Transfer Portal, etc.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / February 25
Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft on Mike Rhoades: ‘I’m more than ever confident in what he can do here.’
On Monday, Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft met with media members for the first time since July to discuss varying topics about the school’s programs.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 19
Penn State Played With More 'Freedom' and 'Spirit' Vs. Nebraska, Mike Rhoades Says
For the first time in a month, the ball got "hot" for Penn State basketball Wednesday night. The Nittany Lions raced past Nebraska 89-72 to end a seven-game losing streak and show some light flickering in the program.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 17
Penn State Basketball: Puff Johnson Out for the Season, Mike Rhoades Confirms
Penn State basketball coach Mike Rhoades confirmed Monday that fifth-year senior starter Puff Johnson, who sustained a hand injury at Michigan State on Jan.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / January 29
Mike Rhoades on Ace Baldwin Jr.’s Minutes, Late Game Execution, and Costly Turnovers
On Monday night, Ace Baldwin Jr. raced up the court with 4.3 seconds left to attempt one last shot before time expired. While he missed and it was a play that was rather forgetful, it was the final 4.3 seconds he played out of 40 total minutes for Penn State.
College Basketball News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / January 9
Penn State Coach Mike Rhoades Raves About Illinois Basketball's D
Following No. 13 Illinois’ 91-52 drubbing of Penn State at Champaign's State Farm Center on Wednesday, Nittany Lions coach Mike Rhoades had nothing but
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / December 29
Penn State Basketball Takeaways: Mike Rhoades Earns 400th Win Despite Team’s Shooting Struggles
On Sunday, Penn State head coach Mike Rhoades earned his 400th career win in an 86-66 victory over Penn. While the final scoreboard displayed a 20-point win, these two teams were only separated by three points heading into halftime as the Quakers outscored the Nittany Lions 15-0 from behind the arc.
College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / December 6
Penn State basketball’s Mike Rhoades sends powerful message after Purdue upset
The Penn State basketball team rolled over eighth-ranked Purdue to improve to 7-1 on the year. In the midst of a heavy court storming at Bryce Jordan Center, head coach Mike Rhoades grabbed the PA mic at the Nittany Lions logo and dropped a stern statement to the students and the fanbase (via Daniel Gallen of Lions 247 and 247 Sports).
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / December 2
Penn State Basketball: Mike Rhoades’ Message For Fans Ahead of Purdue
Penn State basketball coach Mike Rhoades has a message for the PSU fan base ahead of what will possibly be the biggest game at the Bryce Jordan Center this season.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / May 6, 2024
Mike Rhoades dips into PA roots to add reported game to Penn State basketball non-conference slate
Penn State basketball has reportedly added another opponent to its 2024-25 non-conference schedule. According to reports from Jon Rothstein late last week, Mike Rhoades and the Nittany Lions are expected to host Buffalo in the Bryce Jordan Center this December.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / May 3, 2024
Penn State basketball: Year two under Mike Rhoades taking shape
The record may read one game below .500, but Mike Rhoades put forth a yeoman’s effort to turn a stripped-down Penn State basketball roster into a competitive player in the Big Ten conference in less than 10 months this season.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / April 3, 2024
Mike Rhoades, Penn State basketball welcomes newest transfer portal addition
The Penn State basketball team has been active in the transfer portal this offseason. Not only have they been in contact with several potential prospects but they also have landed a talented prospect.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / March 22, 2024
Mike Rhoades delivers powerful message regarding the future of Penn State basketball
When looking at the current state of the Penn State basketball team, you might be concerned. After the season came to an end with a loss to Indiana in the Big Ten Tournament, the Nittany Lions started to look ahead to the future.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Field Level Media / February 20, 2024
Penn State dismisses leading scorer Kanye Clary
Penn State dismissed sophomore guard and leading scorer Kanye Clary from the team, coach Mike Rhoades announced Monday. Rhoades did not provide a reason.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / January 17, 2024
Penn State Basketball Wants to Be 'Bold, Different and Aggressive'
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. | It was obvious when Mike Rhoades became the Penn State men's basketball coach that he faced an uphill battle. Rhoades filled a roster
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