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Dana O'Neil covers college basketball for ESPN.com.

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'Unathletic' Duke finds a way vs. UConn

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Soft. Unathletic. The Duke players have heard it all before -- and maybe there are times when it's true. But there was nothing soft or unathletic about the team's rebounding and defense in an NIT title victory over UConn.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2009

Four undefeated teams float into NYC

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

The four teams competing in the NIT semifinals arrive in New York a combined 14-0. Dana O'Neil offers a preview of the pre-Thanksgiving feast at MSG.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Turner perseveres through tough times

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

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.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Johnson shines in Big Apple spotlight

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

For a year, we heard how good he was. Transfer Wesley Johnson wasn't able to play, but he was putting on a show at Syracuse practice. Playing against UNC in the Big Apple is not exactly practice. Yet he's still putting on a show.

Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009

Scary end, but the beat goes on for UNC

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

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.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

Four ranked teams collide at MSG

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

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?

Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009

KU not invincible; UM not going away

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Kansas was the overwhelming preseason No. 1. Memphis was supposed to be rebuilding. So what happened in St. Louis on Tuesday night? The unexpected. Get used to it.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009

What's hot (and not) for 2009-10

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

What is hot (and not) about the 2009-10 season? Dana O'Neil has the answers.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009

One now zero as Bradley begins career

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

He's No. 1 in the ESPNU 100, but that's ancient history to Avery Bradley. That's why the highly touted freshman picked zero for his Texas jersey. It offers a fresh start. A chance to prove it.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2009

Schaftenaar leads OSU's culture change

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Oregon State is no longer everyone's favorite patsy. Thanks in large part to a once-invisible Roeland Schaftenaar, expectations are on the rise in Corvallis.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2009

Expectations don't bother 'hungry' UD

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

For years, Dayton has been the sleeper program that has never quite broken through. With nearly everyone back from a 27-win team, is this finally the season the Flyers make national waves?

Story | Conversation | October 21, 2009

IU's fresh faces offer hope for fans

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Last season, Indiana finished 16th in the country in attendance despite a record of 6-25. Now it's up to a heralded class of newcomers to give those people something to cheer for -- and they seem up to the task.

Story | Conversation | October 20, 2009

All aboard the Calipari bandwagon

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

John Calipari hasn't won any games yet with Kentucky. He hasn't made any tournaments or broken any records. But for Wildcat Nation right now, none of that matters.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2009

Calipari thrills Wildcats faithful

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

John Calipari won the election Friday night, winning the crowd and the popular vote with a speech that knocked the competition out of the water.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009

Pitino takes a shot at moving forward

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Rick Pitino said he never considered quitting. But after a nightmarish offseason, the Louisville coach seems well aware of the mess he helped create -- and the drama that still awaits.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009