Mens Basketball

The 2026 State Press Three Point Contest

Another year, another three point contest. Who has what it takes to take the three point crown? State Press staffers Niall Rosenberg, Matthew Marengo, Alex Swift and Carsten Oyer faced off in fierce competition on the court.

By Carson Tuthill and Phoebe Fletcher | April 2, 2026

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ASU men's basketball releases update on head coach Bennett, additions to coaching staff

Newly hired ASU men's basketball coach Randy Bennett gives a health update and highlights two additions to his coaching staff.

By Pratham Valluri | March 30, 2026

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Looking in the mirror: Similarities shine between ASU teams in 2025-26

From big upsets to sad endings, ASU men's basketball and hockey saw similar outcomes on the court and ice this season.

By Alex Swift and Pratham Valluri | March 23, 2026

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BREAKING: ASU to hire Randy Bennett as next men's basketball coach

ASU is expected to hire Saint Mary's head coach Randy Bennett to lead its men's basketball program.

By Pratham Valluri | March 23, 2026

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BREAKING: ASU men's basketball to part ways with head coach Bobby Hurley

After 11 years as the head coach of ASU men's basketball, Bobby Hurley's contract will not be retained this summer.

By Pratham Valluri | March 11, 2026

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ASU men's basketball shocks No. 14 Kansas in 70-60 home finale

For the second time in 15 days, the Sun Devils knocked off a top-15 opponent.

By Pratham Valluri | March 4, 2026

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ASU's middling record reflective of its inconsistency

Despite a top-15 win against Texas Tech, the Sun Devils' absence of success against average Big 12 competition has been their biggest detriment.

By Pratham Valluri | February 24, 2026

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ASU stuns No. 13 Texas Tech behind revitalized defense

ASU earns biggest win of the season after stunning upset over No. 13 Texas Tech.

By Pratham Valluri | February 18, 2026

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Video: ASU men’s basketball on their win against Oklahoma State

The ASU men’s basketball team spoke about their victory against Oklahoma State University on Tuesday night. Key players and head coach Bobby Hurley spoke about the keys to their success during the game and their plans moving forward.

By Mario Medina | February 14, 2026

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ASU men's basketball's volatile shooting helps determine its ceiling

With only six regular-season games left, ASU might only go as far as its shooting takes it.

By Pratham Valluri | February 11, 2026

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Video: Recap of ASU men's basketball 2026 Territorial Cup Game

A recap of the ASU men's basketball game against No. 1 University of Arizona this past weekend. This match-up takes place every year, bringing fans from all over the state of Arizona.

By Matthew Marengo | February 4, 2026

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By the Numbers: ASU defense, rebounding struggles highlighted in conference play

ASU's struggles on the defensive end of the court combined with rebounding have been its biggest issue this season.

By Pratham Valluri | February 3, 2026

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ASU men's basketball loses Territorial Cup to undefeated rival UA

ASU competed against the No. 1 ranked team in the country, losing to the Wildcats 87-74.

By Pratham Valluri | January 31, 2026

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ASU men's basketball falls short in return to Pauley Pavilion

Despite historically good free throw shooting from ASU, the Sun Devils fell to former conference foe UCLA.

By Alex Swift | December 18, 2025

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Jury in favor of ASU in wrongful termination case from reported sexual harassment

Jury rules in favor of ASU in wrongful termination lawsuit brought by former athletics employee.

By Sam Luba | December 17, 2025

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Hurley, Sun Devils coming together through adversity

Behind senior guard Moe Odum, ASU men's basketball has employed a next-man-up mentality.

By Pratham Valluri | December 3, 2025

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ASU men's basketball reaches final of Southwest Maui Invitational, loses against USC

ASU went 2-1 at the Southwest Maui Invitational behind senior point guard Moe Odum's 26.3 points per game.

By Pratham Valluri | November 28, 2025

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No. 19 Gonzaga hands ASU men's basketball its first loss

ASU dropped its first game of the season to ranked Gonzaga as a result of poor shooting, among other things. 

By Pratham Valluri | November 15, 2025

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State Press Play: The Herd Issue

The Herd Issue is here! Magazine editors Abigail Wilt and Lavanya Paliwal host this episode as we dive further into how this issue was made. Micaela Hermida interviews Bella Keenan about being a diehard sports fan. Ava Peguese talks to Aleah Steinle about how Christianity has shaped American politics.

By Ava Peguese and Micaela Hermida | November 10, 2025

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New-look ASU men's basketball cruises to opening day victory over Southern Utah

Behind a balanced offense and high energy, ASU kicked off the season with a decisive 81-64 victory in its home debut.

By Pratham Valluri | November 5, 2025

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