https://msumavericks.com/rss.aspx?path=mbballLatest news items for Minnesota State University - Mankato Athleticsen-us60https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/10/16/mens-basketball-maverick-mens-basketball-tabbed-nsic-favorites-in-preseason-poll-lewis-named-player-to-watch.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/10/16/mens-basketball-maverick-mens-basketball-tabbed-nsic-favorites-in-preseason-poll-lewis-named-player-to-watch.aspxMen's Basketball

BURNSVILLE, Minn. - The Minnesota State men's basketball team has been selected as the favorite in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Preseason Poll, the league announced Friday morning. Senior guard Ahman Lewis was also named the Mavericks' Player to Watch for the 2026-27 season.]]>MBB PollFri, 16 Oct 2026 10:10:00 CST421232https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/10/15/mens-basketball-maverick-mens-basketball-all-american-luke-anderson-named-to-kevin-buismans-25-for-25.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/10/15/mens-basketball-maverick-mens-basketball-all-american-luke-anderson-named-to-kevin-buismans-25-for-25.aspxGeneral, Men's Basketball

MANKATO, Minn. - Minnesota State Athletics is celebrating Director of Athletics Kevin Buisman's 25th year with the Mavericks by highlighting 25 outstanding student-athletes who have helped shape the department's history. The next honoree in the series is former men's basketball standout and two-time All-America selection Luke Anderson.]]>Anderson 25 for 25Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:06:00 CST421231https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/7/23/mens-basketball-thirteen-home-games-highlight-2026-27-maverick-mens-basketball-schedule.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/7/23/mens-basketball-thirteen-home-games-highlight-2026-27-maverick-mens-basketball-schedule.aspxMen's Basketball

MANKATO, Minn. --- The Minnesota State men's basketball team will compete in 28 games during the upcoming 2026-27 season, including 13 games at home in Taylor Center.]]>2026-27 men's basketball Home Schedule GraphicThu, 23 Jul 2026 11:58:00 CST421030https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/5/26/season-tickets-on-sale-for-maverick-football-and-basketball.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/5/26/season-tickets-on-sale-for-maverick-football-and-basketball.aspxFootball, General, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball

MANKATO, Minn. ---  Minnesota State Director of Athletics Kevin Buisman has announced season tickets for football and basketball will soon be available for purchase and renewal for the upcoming season.]]>A graphic for the 2026-27 season tickets going on saleTue, 26 May 2026 09:00:00 CST220983https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/4/13/general-fifth-annual-mavweek-challenge-kicks-off-today.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/4/13/general-fifth-annual-mavweek-challenge-kicks-off-today.aspxBaseball, Football, General, Men's Basketball, Men's Cross Country, Men's Golf, Men's Hockey, Men's Track and Field, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country, Women's Golf, Women's Hockey, Women's Soccer, Women's Swimming and Diving, Women's Tennis, Women's Track and Field, Women's Volleyball, Wrestling

MANKATO, Minn. — The fifth annual MavWeek Challenge kicks off today and runs through Friday night, inviting Maverick fans, alumni, and supporters to come together to fuel the future of Minnesota State Athletics.]]>A graphic for the 2026 MavWeek ChallengeMon, 13 Apr 2026 09:17:00 CST320861https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/4/2/general-one-hundred-ten-mavericks-named-nsic-winter-all-academic-team.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/4/2/general-one-hundred-ten-mavericks-named-nsic-winter-all-academic-team.aspxGeneral, Men's Basketball, Men's Track and Field, Women's Basketball, Women's Swimming and Diving, Women's Track and Field, Wrestling

BURNSVILLE, Minn. --- A total of 110 Minnesota State student-athletes have been named to the NSIC Winter All-Academic Team for their efforts in the classroom.]]>NSIC AllAcademic Homepage Graphic Fall 2024Thu, 2 Apr 2026 10:16:00 CST320827https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/3/2/mens-basketball-huskies-outlast-mavericks-in-nsic-tournament-semifinals.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/3/2/mens-basketball-huskies-outlast-mavericks-in-nsic-tournament-semifinals.aspxMen's Basketball

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Minnesota State (21-12, 13-9 NSIC) battled fiercely but fell short against St. Cloud State (25-5, 20-2 NSIC) in a nail-biting 87-82 showdown in the semifinals of the NSIC Tournament at the Sanford Pentagon on Monday. Despite a commanding 50 points in the paint, MSU couldn't quite tip the scales against the Huskies' proficiency at the free-throw line.]]>Malcolm Jones taking a jump shot vs. St. Cloud StateMon, 2 Mar 2026 18:47:00 CST420707https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/3/1/mens-basketball-mavericks-best-mustangs-in-second-round-of-nsic-tournament.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/3/1/mens-basketball-mavericks-best-mustangs-in-second-round-of-nsic-tournament.aspxMen's Basketball

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. --- Minnesota State (21-11, 13-9 NSIC) snagged a 79-72 win over Southwest Minnesota State (16-12, 14-8 NSIC) Sunday in the second round of the NSIC Tournament at the Sanford Pentagon. The Mavericks took full advantage of their free-throw opportunities, sinking 15-of-18, while the Mustangs missed their only shot from the line.]]>Carson Schweim dribbling with the ball vs. SMSUSun, 1 Mar 2026 18:42:00 CST420701https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/2/27/mens-basketball-mavericks-head-to-sioux-falls-to-take-on-mustangs-in-second-round-of-nsic-tournament.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/2/27/mens-basketball-mavericks-head-to-sioux-falls-to-take-on-mustangs-in-second-round-of-nsic-tournament.aspxMen's Basketball

MANKATO, Minn. --- Minnesota State continues action in the NSIC Tournament this Sunday as it takes on the Southwest Minnesota State Mustangs. Tip-off is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, S.D.]]>David Harmon warming for game against Winona StateFri, 27 Feb 2026 08:53:00 CST420681https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/2/26/mens-basketball-three-mavericks-earn-all-nsic-honors.aspxhttps://msumavericks.com/news/2026/2/26/mens-basketball-three-mavericks-earn-all-nsic-honors.aspxMen's Basketball

BURNSVILLE, Minn. --- Minnesota State's Malcolm Jones, Arhman Lewis and Traijan Sain have all garnered All-NSIC honors for their efforts on the court this past season.]]>A graphic for the men's basketball teams All-NSIC honoreesThu, 26 Feb 2026 10:31:00 CST420677