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More than just appetizers
Gonzaga's win over Alabama was just one part of the start of Feast Week, which also delivered awesome games in Iowa State over St. John's and Houston over Syracuse. And that doesn't even include Maui, which had a massive upset and a game worth staying up late for.
Island survivors
Purdue and Texas Tech both got pushed at Baha Mar, but pulled off wins and will play Friday night. Not that those were Thursday's only thrilling games. We've got a full rundown, plus a look at PJ Haggerty's awesome night, a preview for the weekend's MTEs, and much more.
Good as gold
Braden Smith sure looked like college basketball's best player when he helped No. 2 Purdue win at No. 8 Alabama. Plus: West Virginia routed its rival, K-State held on in a 'nerve-racking' win, South Carolina landed a familiar name for 2026, and we preview a packed hoops weekend.
‘That weight is off me’
Judge clears Tyon Grant-Foster to play for Gonzaga this season, which is a big boost for the Zags. Plus: What to know from Southland media day, Illinois also gets a key clearance, Arkansas runs away from Memphis (in an exhibition), the NEC preseason poll, and much more.
