Mens Basketball

Forward Bryant Selebangue uses experience and energy to contribute to Sun Devil Success

Now that junior forward Bryant Selebangue has transferred from the University of Tulsa to the Sun Devil Basketball team, he aims to bring his energy to the team.

By Henry Smardo | January 24, 2024

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ASU defeats Bronny James and USC with a suffocating defense

After two tough losses, including their first loss at home this season, ASU bounced back and beat USC through impressive defensive efforts.

By Henry Smardo | January 21, 2024

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ASU Men's Basketball falls to UCLA in a nail-biter

ASU loses at home for the first time this season in an emotional fight till the end against the UCLA Bruins.

By Henry Smardo | January 18, 2024

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With strong defensive efforts, the Sun Devils are undefeated in conference play

ASU hasn't lost a conference game, and with the addition of Adam Miller and Shawn Phillips Jr. being back from injury, they are at their best. 

By Henry Smardo | January 10, 2024

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Through trials and tribulations, 3-point specialist Adam Miller, is officially settled in

New Sun Devil Adam Miller has made his presence clear by bringing energy and excitement to the team in his first few games back.

By Henry Smardo | January 10, 2024

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Defensive efforts power ASU men's basketball to four straight wins

After a win against the University of San Francisco and SMU, ASU continues to improve their record through an improved offense. 

By Henry Smardo | December 8, 2023

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With crossroads looming for NIL and Title IX, universities may face a collision

As NIL continues to grow at ASU and across the nation, NIL deals may become more susceptible to Title IX scrutiny.

By Alex Wakefield and Katrina Michalak | November 30, 2023

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Perez powers ASU to victory over Sam Houston State

The ASU men's basketball team's had a roller coaster of a season with embarrasing losses and dominating wins, but played terrifically in a blowout win against Sam Houston State University.

By Jack Barron | November 30, 2023

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Journeyman Jose Perez breathes life into ASU's offense

Graduate transfer Jose Perez has been at five colleges in just six years, bouncing around from program to program before finding a meaningful spot on the ASU men's basketball team

By Jack Barron | November 29, 2023

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ASU basketball's tough schedule could craft strong resume for NCAA Tournament bid

The ASU men's basketball team will face at least seven teams this season that qualified for the 2023 NCAA Tournament, leading to a challenging schedule and realistic postseason aspirations

By Jack Barron | November 21, 2023

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Hurley lands top-20 recruiting class with talented big men

The ASU men's basketball team wanted depth in its frontcourt to fill future holes and got exactly what they needed in their highly-ranked 2024 recruiting class.

By Jack Barron | November 20, 2023

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ASU holds off Texas Southern in first home game of the 2023-24 season

ASU kicks off the season with a 63-52 win over Texas Southern on Saturday

By Henry Smardo | November 13, 2023

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ASU men's basketball stumbles in season-opener against Mississippi State

Bobby Hurley's rebuilt roster faced its first test of the season against Mississippi State and was blown out 71-56 due to lackluster play at every position.

By Jack Barron | November 9, 2023

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ASU's new look basketball team is set to begin non-conference schedule

A new season is here for the ASU men's basketball team as it prepares to tip off its non-conference matchups.

By Jack Barron and Henry Smardo | November 6, 2023

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'You got to fight': undersized ASU men's basketball guards are underdogs in the Pac-12

The ASU men's basketball team is led by short point guards that must overcome taller opponents on nearly every possession, a tall task for the Sun Devils this season.

By Jack Barron | November 1, 2023

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Hurley reloads ASU men's basketball roster with knockdown shooters and blazing offense

The ASU men's basketball team lost nearly all of its players to the transfer portal over the offseason, forcing Bobby Hurley to revamp his roster.

By Jack Barron | October 27, 2023

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The 'silent assassin': While placing first in his family, Dorbah places fifth in Pac-12 sacks

Prince Dorbah continues to be a team leader in defensive stats while breaking new ground for his family. 

By Katrina Michalak | October 23, 2023

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Opinion: ASU NIL efforts inadequate for men's basketball

Austin Nunez, DJ Horne and Enoch Boakye have entered the transfer portal from ASU men's basketball team, signaling potential weakness in the University's existing NIL programs.

By Aaron Stigile | April 3, 2023

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ASU's men's basketball 'battled and fought' with early, fluctuating offensive surge that failed to mesh with defensive prowess

An offensive surge in the first half eventually grounded into reality as ASU's offensive success fluctuated alongside solid defense and late shot-making that ultimately still resulted in a losing effort. 

By Alex Wakefield and Alfred Smith III | March 30, 2023

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State Press Play: How the cost of college impacts ASU students

Join host Naomi DuBovis and the State Press podcast desk as they break down the ASU community's top stories in the second season of "State  Press Play." New episodes every Wednesday. 

By Sonya Sheptunov and Naomi Dubovis | March 22, 2023

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