The Live Oak Bank Holiday Classic returns to Trask Coliseum for the 2026-27 season, featuring UNCW, Liberty, Princeton, and St. Thomas in a high-stakes round-robin showdown over Thanksgiving Weekend. With a combined 86 wins and NIT appearances last year, these teams bring serious firepower — including UNCW’s 4-0 record against Liberty and a historic rivalry with Princeton. This will be UNCW’s first-ever matchup against St. Thomas. Local sponsor Live Oak Bank, deeply rooted in Wilmington and UNCW, continues its long-standing support. Tickets are included in season packages going on sale June 23 — don’t miss your chance to witness college hoops at its best.

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College basketball’s future is being rewritten in real time—NIL deals, the transfer portal, and a potential 76-team NCAA tournament are reshaping the sport faster than ever. Top programs dominate while mid-tier schools gain new life, and players like Darrion Williams and PJ Haggerty are turning heads instantly. With experienced pros entering the college game and events like the Maui Invitational fading, expect chaos, surprises, and a bracket that mirrors preseason rankings. Freshmen phenoms and powerhouse programs like Florida and Kentucky lead the charge—but this season’s biggest story? The game is evolving under our noses.

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Saturday night in Wilmington, UNC Wilmington Seahawks (13-2, 2-0 CAA) host Hampton Pirates (undefeated in conference) in a high-stakes CAA showdown. Seahawks, favored by 12.5 points, boast a scorching home record (9-1) and lead the conference in defense, allowing just 65.9 PPG. Hampton’s defense isn’t far behind, giving up 67.7 PPG. Both teams are undefeated in conference play, and this is their first meeting this season. UNC Wilmington shoots 45.4% from the field while Hampton struggles to hit threes against them. Key players: Seahawks’ Nolan Hodge (16.4 PPG) and Madison Durr (11+ PPG last 10), Pirates’ Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt (11.7 PPG, assists) and Michael Eley (9.4 PPG last 10). Seahawks are on fire, winning 9 of last 10, scoring 77 PPG while holding opponents to 63+. Hampton’s 6-10 record shows promise but with a higher scoring ceiling. Over/under: 140.

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