Unit 1 Hoop Source examines the controversial age gap shaping college basketball in 2025–26, where seven players born in the 1990s are still competing in Division I. This investigative feature breaks down how NCAA loopholes, COVID waivers, and extended eligibility created an unprecedented era.
Category: College Basketball
Where Are They Now? Former UNLV Rebels Lighting Up College Basketball in 2025
Several former UNLV Rebels are shining across the country in 2025—from SEC arenas to Mountain West gyms. Unit 1 Hoop Source breaks down their breakout seasons, impact roles, and what their success says about the talent that once called Vegas home. A must-read for scouts, coaches, and college hoops fans.
“Inside Montana’s 102-93 Upset Over UNLV: How Travis DeCuire’s System Tore Apart the Rebels’ Defense”
From straight-line drives to second-chance boards, Montana’s blueprint was clear — execute through the paint and control tempo. UNLV couldn’t match the intensity. Inside the 102-93 clash that revealed Travis DeCuire’s coaching brilliance.
Alabama vs. St. John’s: A Modern-Hoops Masterclass
“Inside a modern-day classic — Alabama’s tempo, spacing, and guard play met St. John’s toughness in a film-room breakdown from Kim Muhammad of Unit 1 Hoop Source.”
UNLV Dominates Chattanooga: Naas Cunningham’s 25-Point Breakout Headlines First 100-Point Game Since 2017
UNLV scored 100 points for the first time since 2017 and showcased real progress under new head coach Josh Pastner. Redshirt Freshman Naas Cunningham’s breakout and a renewed defensive intensity powered the Runnin’ Rebels to a statement win.
“Caleb Wilson Leads North Carolina Past Kansas: Disrespect, Receipts, and a Hunter’s Mindset in Chapel Hill”
Caleb Wilson didn’t just play well — he hunted.
The freshman guard erupted for 24 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals as North Carolina flipped the script on Kansas 87–74 in Chapel Hill.
After feeling disrespected in preseason polls, Wilson said, “I got a list on my phone, and it’s nowhere near done.”
From receipts to reality, this was a night where the Tar Heels reclaimed their edge and a star was officially born.
UT Martin Upsets UNLV 86–81: 5 Final Takes from the Pastner Era Opener
UT Martin stunned UNLV 86–81 in Josh Pastner’s coaching debut. Here are 5 Final Takes from courtside, breaking down turnovers, rotations, and Kimani Hamilton’s early impact.
Freshman Takeover: Koa Peat, AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson Lead a Dominant Opening Night Across College Hoops
The highly-touted Class of 2025 made an immediate impact on opening night, headlined by standout debuts from Koa Peat, AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, and more. From Las Vegas showdowns to ACC blowouts, freshmen didn’t wait their turn — they took it. Here’s our full Unit 1 Hoop Source breakdown.
“Cameron Boozer Dominates Tennessee With 24 Points and 23 Rebounds in Duke’s Sunday Exhibition”
In Sunday’s exhibition vs Tennessee, Duke freshman Cameron Boozer dominated with 24 points and 23 rebounds, signaling the freshman wave has officially arrived.
The Real Deal: Jerry Easter II’s 10-11-3 Signals a Freshman Built for the Big Ten
USC freshman Jerry Easter II opened eyes with a 10-11-3 performance against Grand Canyon — showcasing the toughness, IQ, and two-way motor that translate to Big Ten basketball. Here’s why the Trojans might have a freshman ready sooner than expected.
Next-Gen Stars Emerge: Inside the Exhibition Performances That Have College Basketball Buzzing Ahead of 2025-26
The product in college basketball has never been better — and this fall’s exhibitions proved it. From AJ Dybantsa’s 30-point clinic to Caleb Wilson’s versatile double-double and Yaxel Lendeborg’s rising stock, Unit 1 Hoop Source spotlights the players turning preseason flashes into real headlines.
What to Watch for at the Old Trapper Mountain West Basketball Media Day in Las Vegas
The Mountain West’s annual Old Trapper Media Day arrives Thursday, October 23, at Resorts World Las Vegas. Unit 1 Hoop Source will be on-site capturing authentic insight and perspective as the league unveils new storylines, leadership, and momentum heading into the 2025–26 season.
The New NIL “Snitch Line”: Inside the College Sports Commission’s Latest Power Move
The CSC just launched a confidential NIL tipline that could reshape college sports compliance. But is it about athlete protection — or institutional control? Unit 1 Hoop Source breaks it down.
The Tangled Web of NCAA Eligibility: Why the Rules No Longer Make Sense
The NCAA’s eligibility rulebook has become a maze of contradictions. From G League pros being reinstated to uneven appeal rulings, this report exposes how the system fails athletes while rewriting its own standards.
Akron Basketball 2025-26 Preview: John Groce’s Zips Return Championship Core, Eye NCAA Breakthrough
Akron is back on the national radar. With Tavari Johnson, Shammah Scott, and Amani Lyles leading a loaded core, John Groce’s Zips enter 2025-26 as clear MAC favorites. Unit 1 Hoop Source breaks down every player — strengths, growth areas, and what scouts can expect from a program built on discipline and winning culture.
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