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UK-UConn: The "other" point guard
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comSince he was a toddler, UConn point guard Kemba Walker has never shied away from the spotlight. With John Wall and No. 4 Kentucky set to take on the Huskies at MSG, the New York native is right in his element.
Story | Conversation | December 09, 2009Too much hype? Wall is well worth it
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comEvery once in awhile, someone lives up to all the hype. With the bright lights of New York shining upon him, Kentucky freshman John Wall did just that, lifting his Wildcats to a 64-61 win over UConn.
Story | Conversation | December 09, 2009Michigan State get third shot at UNC
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comA chance at payback? A chance for revenge? Tom Izzo isn't having any of it. As Michigan State gets set to take on UNC for the third time in a year, he's just happy the Spartans have another shot on the national stage.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009Balanced effort propels Heels over MSU
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comRevenge will have to wait for another day. Behind career nights from Ed Davis and Larry Drew II, North Carolina withstood a late Michigan State rally to win 89-82.
Story | Conversation | December 01, 2009'Unathletic' Duke finds a way vs. UConn
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comSoft. 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, 2009Four undefeated teams float into NYC
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe 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, 2009Turner 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, 2009Johnson shines in Big Apple spotlight
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comFor 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, 2009Source: Yarou leaves Puerto Rico
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comVillanova will be without freshman Mouphtaou Yarou for the Puerto Rico Tip-Off because of a viral infection, a source said.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 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, 2009Scary end, but the beat goes on for UNC
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comLosing 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, 2009KU not invincible; UM not going away
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comKansas 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, 2009What's hot (and not) for 2009-10
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comWhat is hot (and not) about the 2009-10 season? Dana O'Neil has the answers.
Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009Pelphrey suspends five players
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comArkansas will be down to nine players when it opens its season on Friday night against Alcorn State after coach John Pelphrey meted out suspensions stemming from various disciplinary problems since the end of the 2008-09 season.
Story | Conversation | November 10, 2009Coach: Yarou set for Wildcats' opener
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comVillanova coach Jay Wright said freshman Mouphtaou Yarou will play in the Wildcats season opener on Friday, despite a report questioning his age.
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