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Rutgers Men's Basketball Shines Academically | Rutgers Basketball News
Rutgers men’s basketball just earned national acclaim—not just for their court prowess, but for their academic excellence, winning the NABC Team Academic Excellence Award for the 2025-26 season with a collective GPA of 3.0+. Senior guard Tariq Francis, a health administration major, joined the elite NABC Honors Court with a 3.2+ GPA, proving that elite athletics and top-tier academics can coexist. Francis credits Rutgers’ coaching staff and academic network for preparing him for a future in healthcare and business, while Head Coach Steve Pikiell’s culture is building well-rounded athletes who…
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