Portland takes advantage of chance
Andy Katz, ESPN.comIt's an oft-made statement: Just give the mid-major a chance on a neutral court. Portland got that chance at the 76 Classic -- and the Pilots have taken full advantage.
Story | Conversation | November 28, 2009Ebanks' return was crucial for Mountaineers
Andy KatzANAHEIM, Calif. -- The Devin Ebanks drama is over. He played on Friday and essentially won the semifinal game over Texas A&M with two critical, la...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 27, 2009Golden Gophers try to avoid legal distractions
Andy Katz...violation of team rules. Smith said Bostick should be back for next week's Big Ten/ACC Challenge game at Miami on Dec. 2. Bostick did what he was supposed to do and is scheduled...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 25, 2009Butler one of several ranked teams at 76
Andy Katz, ESPN.comFour ranked teams and several more NCAA tourney contenders make this year's 76 Classic field the best of any early-season tournament. Andy Katz offers a breakdown of the teams and explains what's at stake.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009Early-season success bodes well for Canes
Andy Katz...least, will be a tall task. Miami also plays Minnesota at home in the ACC-Big Ten Challenge on Dec. 2 and has a road game at Boston College on Dec. 6 to open the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 24, 2009Oh, what a day: Marathon Tip-Off roundup
Andy KatzEditor's note: Andy Katz doesn't sleep. And neither should you. In an attempt to keep college basketball's most dedicated reporter awake and active du...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 17, 2009What to watch for during this weekend's action
Andy Katz...from the opening tip. Wright State at Washington: Coaches in the Horizon League expect Wright State to challenge Butler for the league title. The Raiders have experienced guards in Vaughn Duggins and Todd Brown to...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 13, 200910 programs primed to rise this season
Andy KatzHere are 10 programs that will jump within their respective conferences after a disappointing 2008-09 season: Georgia Tech 2008-09 record: 2-14 ACC,...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 12, 2009In league rankings, power shifts to the Midwest
Andy Katz...field. Oklahoma State, Iowa State, Texas A&M and Missouri should all be in the mix to challenge for bids, putting eight of 12 in play for an NCAA berth. 3. ACC: This shouldn't...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 10, 2009Returning talent still the key for UNC
Andy Katz, ESPN.comDefending national champ North Carolina lost four key players and picked up plenty of highly acclaimed freshmen. But as Monday's win over FIU demonstrated, the returning talent is still the key for UNC.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2009Badgers don't mind being picked low
Andy Katz...prove people wrong," Hughes said at the recent Big Ten media day outside Chicago. "We like the challenge that the Big Ten is loaded and we're predicted ninth. That's bulletin-board material. We...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 02, 2009Could this be Northwestern's year?
Andy Katz, ESPN.comEvery year since 1939, the NCAA has held a tournament at the end of the season. Not once has Northwestern been invited. Could this finally be the season that concludes with a dance?
Story | Conversation | November 01, 2009Don't discount the talent still around at Wake
Andy KatzWINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- Dino Gaudio played the game, attempting to woo Jeff Teague in the 11th hour at his home in Indianapolis before the sophomore ma...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 29, 2009Once-fired Monson: 'I enjoy life again'
Andy KatzThere is a chance, albeit a small one, that Long Beach State could meet Minnesota in next month's 76 Classic in Anaheim, Calif. If it occurs -- likel...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 26, 2009Who's NEXT in college basketball?
Andy KatzEditor's note: Who's NEXT in college basketball? Over the next few months, ESPN will identify the players, teams, coaches and games that will leave th...
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