Via Indiana Athletics BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Bob Knight, one of the most successful and influential figures in the history college basketball, passed away today surrounded by family and friends. He was 83 years old. Knight’s coaching accomplishments are legendary. He went 902-371 during a 42-year head coaching career that included stops at Army (1966-71), Indiana … [Read more...] about Legendary Indiana coach Bob Knight passes away at 83
7-foot-3 three-star Daniel Jacobsen set to commit Friday
By ADAM ZAGORIA & CHARLIE PARENT 2024 three-star Daniel Jacobsen will commit Friday between Wisconsin and Purdue, he told ZAGSBLOG. The 7-foot-3 big man out of Brewster Academy (NH.) took a visit to Wisconsin in October and Purdue in late September. He broke down both options to ZAGSBLOG: Wisconsin: “I grew up watching Wisconsin play and have always loved how … [Read more...] about 7-foot-3 three-star Daniel Jacobsen set to commit Friday
Class of 2025 four-star EJ Walker talks recruiting blitz, sets commitment timeframe
By CHARLIE PARENT Class of 2025 top-100 prospect EJ Walker has had a busy autumn. The 6-foot-8 forward out of Lloyd Memorial High School (KY.) traveled to six campuses, brought his offer total north of 40 and had various coaches in for practices. EJ’s father and high school coach Mike Walker told ZAGSBLOG he thinks a commitment will come “no later than August” with a … [Read more...] about Class of 2025 four-star EJ Walker talks recruiting blitz, sets commitment timeframe
Five-star forward Liam McNeeley commits to Indiana
By ADAM ZAGORIA Liam McNeeley, the five-star forward from Montverde (FL) Academy, is headed to Indiana. The 6-foot-7 forward from Richardson, Texas chose Indiana over Kansas. He is the No. 1-ranked power forward in the Class of 2024 per 247Sports.com, “I will be committing to Indiana University. Go Hoosiers,” he said on ESPN with Paul Biancardi. He added: “Coach … [Read more...] about Five-star forward Liam McNeeley commits to Indiana
Purdue’s Zach Edey named Big Ten Preseason Player of the Year
Purdue senior center Zach Edey has been named the 2023-24 Big Ten Preseason Player of the Year, as chosen by a select media panel, the conference office announced on Thursday. The reigning Big Ten Player of the Year also claimed the 2023 Most Outstanding Player Award after leading Purdue to the 2023 Big Ten Tournament title. The media panel also selected a 10-member … [Read more...] about Purdue’s Zach Edey named Big Ten Preseason Player of the Year