Midseason Meritocracy All-Americans

Set aside the projections and prognostications. Based on merit alone, here are the best players in the country so far this season.

Story | Conversation | January 15, 2009

How does one define toughness in basketball?

...year: • Patrick Patterson, Kentucky • James Harden, Arizona State • Levance Fields, Pittsburgh • Sherron Collins, Kansas...

Blog Entry | Conversation | January 08, 2009

2007-08 highlights to remember

The 2007-08 season will be remembered for so many moments, from its talented and deep freshman class, the absences of Lute Olson and Bob Knight, and Kansas' thrilling title win over Memphis. Here are Jay Bilas' top memories.

Story | Conversation | April 09, 2008

Grading the committee and breaking down the bracket

There are teams in the field and on the outside that should feel slighted. Jay Bilas breaks down the bracket, and takes a glance at each region.

Story | Conversation | March 17, 2008

Recalling 2009's memorable moments

Every season produces lasting memories, and 2009 produced some great ones. Here is what I will remember about the 2009 college basketball season. I ...

Blog Entry | Conversation | April 09, 2009

UNC should be Final Four-bound but will have ACC company in the Dance

The first two months have shown us that North Carolina is absolutely dominant, but will have some battles in the ACC with Duke, Miami and Clemson, who are all better than expected, writes Jay Bilas.

Story | Conversation | January 02, 2008

Can't wait to see the freshmen, the return of the big shots and more

Now that the season is officially about to start, here are a few topics Jay Bilas is keeping an eye on this year.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2007

Fouls, free throws and firings highlight weekend

What did we learn from the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament? Free throws matter, rules have consequences, parity is questionable and plenty more.

Story | Conversation | March 20, 2007

These non-power conference teams can beat anyone

Jay Bilas writes about a dozen non-power conference teams that are good enough to beat the best power conference teams in the country.

Story | Conversation | January 03, 2007

ESPN's Jay Bilas answers another batch of email questions from users this week.

Pac-10 leaders no longer perfect, but ...

ESPN's Jay Bilas breaks down Saturday's C-USA clash between Marquette and Cincinnati.

Schools, transfers must play by same rules

While a player has the right to transfer, the NCAA makes replacing him too tough on the team he leaves behind.