What many are thinking, but won't say publicly

College basketball is an interesting clique. There are some dysfunctional elements to the game (like the path some travel to recruit players through i...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 02, 2009

Jayhawks the team to beat ... for now

There will be plenty of movement between now and November, but Kansas tops next season's initial Top 25.

...Roy Williams and Sean May 342 of the North Carolina Tar Heels celebrate after defeating the Illinois Fighting Illini 75-70 to win the NCAA Men's National Championship game at the Edward Jones Dome...

UCLA's class could help Bruins to another Final Four

With the late signing period coming to an end, Antonio Williams ranks ESPN.com's top 25 2008 basketball recruiting classes.

Hard to look past Gators' run

While Florida nearly missed meeting the criteria for the top 10 individual teams of the last 10 years, the Gators deserve top billing, Joe Lunardi writes.

Story | Conversation | May 08, 2007

Given departures, can Tar Heels compete?

Dickie V takes questions on North Carolina, Illinois, Indiana, Memphis and the early-entry exodus.

Warrick the right fit for the Grizzlies

Dickie V takes questions on Taylor Coppenrath, Deron Williams, Hakim Warrick, Coach K, Shaq and age limits in the NBA.

Sean May rising; Garcia back to earth

Sean May and Raymond Felton not only helped the Tar Heels to an NCAA Championship, they also dramatically improved their NBA draft stock.

Story | Conversation | April 05, 2005

Championship day in St. Louis

Eric Neel is in St. Louis and meets up with David Thompson and learns of a long-lost dunk from the '76 dunk contest.

Can't lose with these choices

Eric Neel is knee-deep in Final Four weekend. Now it's time for him to take sides in St. Louis for Monday's final.

More shining moments in the NBA

March Madness, the best time of the year? Please, writes Skip Bayless. College hoops just doesn't compare to the pro game.

All four have already proven themselves

Each of the Final Four coaches has accomplished plenty without considering this year's title.

Deron Williams rising; Redick falling

Illinois' Deron Williams and Louisville's Francisco Garcia helped their draft stock during the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament.

Story | Conversation | March 28, 2005

Paul, Williams top playmakers

NBA Insider Chad Ford has the lowdown on the top 10 point guards in this year's draft.

Story | Conversation | March 03, 2005

Juniors getting to the point

This year's college junior class, led by Illinois' Deron Williams, has a lot of talent but little size.

Story | Conversation | December 17, 2004