en-us SportSpyder - The Latest UCF Knights Basketball News SportSpyder - The Latest UCF Knights Basketball News https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/news [Heartland College Sports] - 5 Big 12 Basketball Media Days Takeaways on Day 2: Tommy Lloyd’s Frustrations, New Coaches Shine KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The final eight men’s and women’s basketball teams spoke to the media during Big 12 Basketball Media Days on Wednesday. TCU, Arizona, UCF, BYU, Oklahoma State, West Virginia, Houston and Kansas State were in attendance. BYU head coach Kevin Young was not in attendance due to an illness. The Big 12 […] Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:44:22 GMT Matthew Postins https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58394726 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58394726 false false [UCFSports] - UCF Opponent Preview: Breaking Down BYU with Mitch Harper of KSL Sports ⚔️🏈 http://www.UCFSports.com#ChargeOn Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:18:03 GMT UCFSports https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58378695 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58378695 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - Guard Duo of Arturo Dean, Cayden Vasko Named UCF's Captains Transfer guards and defensive dynamos Arturo Dean and Cayden Vasko take the reins, bringing elite vision and veteran grit to Johnny Dawkins’ pursuit of another March Madness berth. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:11:48 GMT MatthewFeldman https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58374781 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58374781 false false [UCFSports] - UCF Basketball: Johnny Dawkins Media Day Press Conference ⚔️🏀 http://www.UCFSports.com#ChargeOn Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:00:58 GMT UCFSports https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58367150 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58367150 false false [NCAA: UCF Knights] - Men's Basketball 2026-27 Preseason Press Conference Men's Basketball 2026-27 Preseason Press Conference - UCF Athletics - Official Athletics Website Javascript is required. Play Fast forward 10 sec. Close Audio Player Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:29:07 GMT Jenna VanHoose https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58366581 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58366581 false false [Orlando Sentinel] - UCF guard Riley Kugel back with Knights for another season after court ruling Guard Riley Kugel will return to the basketball court for the Knights after a court decision opened the door for an additional year of eligibility. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:07:31 GMT Matt Murschel https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58366224 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58366224 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - UCF Lists G Riley Kugel on Roster, Confirms Return Following a successful legal challenge for eligibility, the veteran guard rejoins a revamped backcourt, shaking up Coach Johnny Dawkins' rotation just in time for the new season. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:32:30 GMT Demetrius Montero https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58364641 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58364641 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - UCF Misses Out On 2027 G Lucai Anderson Johnny Dawkins’ pursuit of four-star talent Lucai Anderson ended in disappointment as the IMG Academy standout chose Michigan, leaving the Knights to recalibrate their future Big 12 backcourt. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:41:58 GMT MatthewFeldman https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58353684 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58353684 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - Could UCF Knights Coach Johnny Dawkins Start Three Guards This Season? Explosive North Carolina A&T transfer Lewis Walker joins Riley Kugel and Dior Johnson, offering Johnny Dawkins a high-scoring, versatile lineup capable of fueling a historic tournament run. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:03:42 GMT MatthewFeldman https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58351352 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58351352 false false [Orlando Sentinel] - Sixers convert former UCF center Tacko Fall to a two-way contract Former UCF standout Tacko Fall is back in the NBA and was given a two-way contract by the Philadelphia 76ers. Fall, at 7-foot-6, gives the Sixers needed traditional size off the bench. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 01:46:04 GMT Gina Mizell https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58345651 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58345651 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - UCF Basketball Ranks Bottom 8 in Big 12 Preseason Coaches Poll Despite ending an NCAA Tournament drought and toppling ranked giants, Johnny Dawkins’ squad faces another uphill climb as roster turnover and NIL hurdles fuel a disrespectful preseason projection. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:22:27 GMT Demetrius Montero https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58343366 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58343366 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - Former UCF Hoops Standout Tacko Fall Earns Two-Way Deal With 76ers The 7-foot-6 fan favorite returns to the NBA, securing a roster spot to bolster Philadelphia's frontcourt depth following injuries and uncertainty surrounding reigning MVP Joel Embiid. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:16:26 GMT MatthewFeldman https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58337651 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58337651 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - UCF in Running for 5-Star Recruit Forward RJ Evans Johnny Dawkins looks to keep local elite talent home as the Knights battle blue-bloods for the son of NBA veteran Reggie Evans in a high-stakes recruiting showdown. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 01:13:40 GMT Demetrius Montero https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58333468 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58333468 false false [Roundtable: UCFRoundtable] - Dior Johnson Displays Scoring Ability in First Game Back With UCF The former Tarleton State standout fueled a late-game surge against LSU, proving his elite efficiency translates back to Orlando as he steps into a vital backcourt role. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:08:29 GMT MatthewFeldman https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58329246 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/ucf-knights-basketball/articles/58329246 false false