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After watching several of the nation's top incoming recruits at the Nike Hoop Summit this weekend, Fran Fraschilla breaks down their games and offers tips on how they can improve before the 2013-14 season tips off.

Blog | Conversation | April 23, 2013

John Gasaway looks at four teams that are being hurt by early-entry NBA draft decisions.

Story | Conversation | April 18, 2013

BJ Young couldn't pass up the allure of the NBA a second time around.

Chad Ford discusses an assortment of NBA prospects who you won't see in this year's NCAA tournament.

Blog | Conversation | March 15, 2013

Dave Telep's Starting 5: A look back at NBA All-stars during their HS years, Julius Randle's final visit, the versatility of the 2013 PFs and an introduction to Mustapha Heron.

Story | Conversation | February 18, 2013

In the second edition of his NBA draft Big Board, Chad Ford ranks the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft. Kentucky freshman Nerlens Noel retains his No. 1 spot, but several big names move up and down the list.

Story | Conversation | January 30, 2013

Chad Ford breaks down the top 10 sophomores in college basketball, a demographic that usually constitutes a gold mine of talent for NBA teams.

Blog | Conversation | December 14, 2012

Jay Bilas and Chad Ford consider the merits of Kentucky, and whether another loaded recruiting class can deliver another title. So far, there are plenty of questions. Plus, prospects to watch and big questions.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2012

The SEC was in a lull before John Calipari took over at Kentucky, but since he brought his strength on the recruiting trail and top-flight competition to the league, he has forced conference foes to set up their game.

Story | Conversation | October 26, 2012

Chad Ford ranks the top-5 NBA prospects in the SEC heading into the 2012-13 college basketball season, with Kentucky once again appearing to be loaded with NBA talent.

Blog | Conversation | October 11, 2012

From the SEC to the West Coast, John Gasaway spans the country for the five most underrated players in college hoops.

Story | Conversation | July 11, 2012

The week in review from death to life, from loss to win, from political metaphors to sports clichés.

NCAA president Mark Emmert found one bit of good news in all the bad that has rocked college sports and cost several big-name coaches their jobs.

BJ Young is returning to Arkansas for at least one more season.

We're still waiting on multiple standout underclassmen to make final calls on their pro futures. Some appear to be ready to go. And others are on the fence. Let's take a look at the decisions that have been made and the ones still to come.

Time is running out for five NBA prospects. With their teams on the verge of not making the NCAA tournament, Illinois' Meyers Leonard, Arkansas' B.J. Young and others might only have their conference tournaments to impress scouts.

Blog | Conversation | March 06, 2012