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Turner perseveres through tough times
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comWe 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 23, 2009Four ranked teams collide at MSG
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comFor 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, 2009Expectations don't bother 'hungry' UD
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comFor 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, 2009Pitino takes a shot at moving forward
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comRick 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, 2009Life not as easy as hoops for Dembo
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comHe lit up UCLA in the NCAA tournament, led Wyoming to the Sweet 16 and landed on the cover of SI. Basketball once came easy for the unforgettable Fennis Dembo. But things didn't go as easily once basketball went away.
Story | Conversation | September 28, 2009Well-traveled Washington motors on
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comIn 2004, the thought of Darius Washington's one day playing on the U.S. national team wouldn't have surprised anyone. Five years, two missed free throws and one questionable decision later, the can't-miss prospect isn't playing for the national team he once envisioned.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2009Even with help, Sutton's battle continues
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comHe left UMass as the school's all-time leading scorer. Soon after, Lorenzo Sutton fell into a coma and later got jaw cancer that left his face disfigured. Then a stranger from a message board came along.
Story | Conversation | August 26, 2009In the end, was anyone really punished?
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comDerrick Rose is making millions in the NBA. His former coach is making millions at Kentucky. Memphis doesn't face any future penalties and the NCAA washes its hands of a player it once cleared. So what exactly was the penalty again?
Story | Conversation | August 20, 2009On the road with Isiah: Las Vegas
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comAt 48, Isiah Thomas could be enjoying early retirement and living off his millions. Instead, he's sweating it out in high school gyms and getting set to travel around the Sun Belt. What's the motivation?
Story | Conversation | July 30, 2009A bittersweet promotion for James
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comAfter the most successful season in school history, UT-Martin forced coach Bret Campbell to resign. In his place came a conflicted Jason James, Campbell's loyal assistant and friend.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2009Talent gain, not drain for new season
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comWith a somewhat ho-hum NCAA tourney in the books, it's time to look ahead to 2009-10. And with many players spurning the NBA's advances, it's shaping up to be a talent-laden season.
Story | Conversation | April 29, 2009'Cats come full circle from 2005 loss
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe tipping point for Villanova's program under Jay Wright came in 2005 during a Sweet 16 loss to North Carolina. That's why it's fitting the Wildcats will play the Tar Heels again four years later for a spot in the national championship.
Story | Conversation | April 02, 2009Early-season growing pains pay dividends for Evans, Memphis
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe most highly touted freshman in the country, Tyreke Evans, saw his college career get off to a sputtering start. But with Memphis unbeaten in 2009, and Evans playing the best of any freshman in the country, those November woes seem so long ago.
Story | Conversation | February 25, 2009Thomas proves doubters wrong
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comFor Isaiah Thomas, living with his frame was harder than living with the famous name. The freshman now is known as the little man who's making big noise at Washington.
Story | Conversation | February 19, 2009Just a short walk from home, local boy Blair makes good with Panthers
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comPitt's DeJuan Blair didn't just stay close to home when deciding where to attend college -- he never left. Blair grew up down the street from campus and has made his wide smile and infectious personality the face of the Panthers program.
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