Turner perseveres through tough times

We know him as Ohio State's star. But Barbara Moll knows Evan Turner for more than just his hoop skills. They were united through tragedy five years ago -- and have remained in touch ever since.

Four ranked teams collide at MSG

For the first time in the 13-year history of the event, the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic will feature four ranked teams. What do you need to know before the fun begins Thursday night at MSG?

Scary end, but the beat goes on for UNC

Losing four starters? Who cares. Foul trouble? No worries. Nearly blowing a 19-point lead? OK, that was a little scary. But as is usually the case, UNC found a way to stay on top Thursday night.

Thoughts on Kentucky and triple-doubles

...overtime at worst. Both viewpoints are valid in college basketball (in the NBA, I would foul when up...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 18, 2009

Prospects look for fruitful showing in Big Apple

...to the jump hook, Davis will become a good low-post scorer. Davis' real impact at the college level and early in his NBA career will be at the defensive end. He has already shown...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 18, 2009

The individual matchups I can't wait to see

I am a basketball purist, so I understand and appreciate that when...Oklahoma) vs. Avery Bradley (Texas) Bradley comes to college with as good a defensive reputation as any...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 08, 2009

Team preview: Ohio State

Blue Ribbon Yearbook previews the 2009-10 college basketball season, exclusively on Insider.

Story | Conversation | October 06, 2009

...drives for the basket in front of Boston College's Rakim Sanders in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, in Boston. Nov...

This group shows the value of versatility

...offer up a list previewing some aspect of college basketball. Previous entries include: Jay Bilas on the best...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 05, 2009

Dissecting Sagarin's all-time rankings

Pat Forde loves the first 1,195 pages of the "ESPN College Basketball Encyclopedia." But when it comes to Jeff Sagarin's all-time rankings, well … let the debate begin.

Big Ten ShootAround: League's elite aim for Final Four berth in Indy

...in Serbia, returning to PSU oozing with confidence. Battle's mother and six siblings relocated to State College, too, adding to an ever-growing comfort zone for one of the Big Ten's best. 2...

Stock watch for 2009-10 draft crop

Some tantalizing stars are returning to the college basketball galaxy next season. Which ones will shine the brightest and improve their stock for next year's NBA draft?

...second half against the Oklahoma Sooners during the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament South Regional Final at the FedExForum on...

Commish: Big Ten has nothing to defend

With Michigan State playing North Carolina for the national championship and Penn State having already won the NIT, Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany said his conference represented itself well during the postseason.

Saints march to Moore's tune

Ronald Moore wasn't shooting well against Ohio State, but when he found himself open he took advantage of the opportunity, nailing a game-winning 3 to send Siena to the second round with a double-overtime win.