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Dick Vitale has been around the game of basketball for a very long time. He began as a high school basketball coach in the early 1960s, turned to college, then the NBA in the '70s and finally started his illustrious announcing career after that.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 8

Dick Vitale Names New Iowa Hooper As Prime-Time Player For 2025

It's going to be a new look Iowa Hawkeyes basketball team in 2025, almost from top to bottom. The big change, of course, is at head coach. Fran McCaffery is out after 15 seasons and an up-and-comer with strong ties to Iowa City, Ben McCollum, is in.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / July 8

Legend Ranks Dent Among Nation's Top Transfers

Donovan Dent's transfer from New Mexico to UCLA was one of the biggest moves in the college basketball offseason. The former Mountain West Player of the Year brings a new dynamic playmaking prowess to the Bruins that was lacking last season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 8

Dick Vitale shares how he feels Kentucky fared in the transfer portal

Mark Pope and the Kentucky coaching staff did an excellent job in the transfer portal, which is why the Wildcats have a team more than capable of winning a national title.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 7

ESPN’s Dick Vitale, 86, Shares Major Health Update About His Cancer

When the 2025-26 college basketball season tips off, 86-year-old Dick Vitale is expected to be courtside once again, calling some of the top games for ESPN.

Indiana Fever News / FirstSportz / July 4

Caitlin Clark Receives Dick Vitale’s Support Amid WNBA All-Star Voting

There isn’t much to be said about Caitlin Clark that hasn’t already been said. This 23-year-old is the reason why women’s basketball is now a cool thing for people who aren’t fans to discuss.

Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Dick Vitale calls out WNBA players’ ‘jealousy’ of Caitlin Clark

Dick Vitale was not happy with Caitlin Clark’s final ranking in the recently concluded 2025 WNBA All-Star Game voting. Clark unsurprisingly finished with the most fan votes in the league.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Dick Vitale Claims 'Jealousy' Is Fueling WNBA Players' Backlash Toward Caitlin Clark

There’s no denying that the WNBA has grown, improved, and reached new heights in popularity since Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark was selected No. 1 overall in the 2024 draft, following a historic collegiate career at Iowa.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Dick Vitale Makes Cooper Flagg Admission on Sunday

Cooper Flagg was drafted No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks last Wednesday after a standout freshman season at Duke. The 6-foot-9 forward played just one year in Durham but led the Blue Devils to the Final Four and won the National Player of the Year award.

Cincinnati Reds News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Dick Vitale gets called out for jinxing no-hitter

Legendary college basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale raised the ire of baseball fans on Friday by supposedly jinxing a no-hit bid.

Nick Martinez takes no-hitter into ninth as Reds beat Padres

The 20 most notorious gaffes and blunders in MLB history

The '2024 MLB extra base hits leaders' quiz

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / June 14

Dick Vitale Doubles Down on Knicks, Tom Thibodeau Reunion Idea

Dick Vitale believes that the New York Knicks already had a "PTP" in their head coaching slot and that they'd be better off running it back, no matter how awkward.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / June 12

ESPN’s Dick Vitale Urges Knicks to Hire Tom Thibodeau Again After 'Embarrassing' Decision

The New York Knicks terminated former head coach Tom Thibodeau’s contract on June 3 following the team being eliminated from the Eastern Conference finals by the Indiana Pacers 4-2.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 9

ESPN is going all out for Dick Vitale, as it should

Dick Vitale is a college basketball legend as a broadcaster, and he's proven to be quite resilient as well. Most likely have forgotten that Vitale started in the sports world as a basketball coach, but he's become a household name because of the enthusiasm and energy he brings to the court as a broadcaster.

Vitale makes decision on his broadcasting future

Duke, Texas to play in inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational

The best buzzer-beaters in basketball history

Texas Longhorns To Take On Duke Blue Devils In 2025-26 Season Opener

The Texas Longhorns' matchup against the Duke Blue Devils was already one of the games to watch in the opening week of the 2025-26 college basketball season.

College Basketball News / The Spun / June 9

ESPN's Dick Vitale Releases His Preseason Top 12 Rankings

We're still a ways away from the tip-off of the next college basketball season, but it's never too early to talk college hoops. Especially when Dick Vitale is the one doing it.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / June 8

Dick Vitale ranks Michigan basketball lower than expected in his latest 'Dazzling Dozen' 2025 rankings

Michigan basketball might have lost starters Danny Wolf, Vlad Goldin, Tre Donaldson, and Rubin Jones, but the Wolverines have the chance to be even better in 2025-26.

College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 5

Where Does Dick Vitale Rank UCLA Basketball?

After finishing their first season in the Big Ten Conference with a 23-11 record and soon thereafter falling to Tennessee in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, the UCLA Bruins' trajectory is looking up for next season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 4

Dick Vitale gives the Kentucky Wildcats a preseason ranking for the 2025-26 season

Mark Pope has a team for the upcoming college basketball season that could be one of the best in the nation. Thanks to high school recruiting, the transfer portal, and retaining players from last year's roster, the Wildcats are set to be scary good in year two under Pope.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Dick Vitale Reveals Message He Got From MLB Legend Dusty Baker

Dick Vitale revealed last year that he was declared cancer free, going 4-0 after his fourth bout with cancer in the span of three years. The legendary

NFL News / The Spun / April 22

Dick Vitale Reacts To Death Of Legendary ESPN Announcer

Dick Vitale was among the many mourning the loss of longtime ESPN announcer Mike Patrick on Tuesday. Patrick spent nearly four decades on the call for the network's NFL, college football and college basketball broadcasts.

College Basketball News / The Spun / April 6

Dick Vitale Reacts To Duke's Shocking Final Four Loss

Saturday's Final Four had far from an awesome ending for Duke. Seemingly on their way to the men's National Championship Game, the Blue Devils crumbled down the stretch of a stunning 70-67 loss to Houston.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / March 18

Dick Vitale predicts an early NCAA Tournament exit by Maryland basketball

After a sensational season under Kevin Willard, Maryland men's basketball earned a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Terrapins will play Grand Canyon on Friday for their first game and with how well Maryland played to end the season, the Terps are a trendy pick to make it far in the tournament.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 3

Dick Vitale's return to college basketball has new date

Dick Vitale's miraculous return to college basketball has new date

It has been a long time coming for legendary college basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale.

Former ACC Coach of the Year to step down after season

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

The greatest players in Duke men's basketball history

The 'Active NBA players from the 2018 NCAA Sweet Sixteen teams' quiz

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8

Dick Vitale shares big news about his broadcasting future

Dick Vitale is getting more good news this week from his doctors.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12

Dick Vitale shares big news about his health

Dick Vitale announced earlier this year that he had been diagnosed with cancer again, but the legendary broadcaster shared much more positive news on Thursday.

Congratulations pouring in for Vitale following health announcement

Dickie V doc highlights Vitale’s enduring impact on college basketball

Where are they now? March Madness names of the past

The 'Men's Naismith Award winners' quiz

Dickie V Doc Highlights Vitale’s Enduring Impact on College Basketball

ESPN’s documentary on Dick Vitale goes beyond the familiar catchphrases and booming voice that have defined college basketball for decades. It’s a no-nonsense, insightful look at how Vitale became the face of NCAA hoops and what makes his legacy so impactful.