Disappointing night for many early entrants
Andy Katz, ESPN.comForget about the record-setting 10 freshmen in the first round. Many underclassmen -- such as the undrafted Jamont Gordon and Davon Jefferson -- learned the NBA draft can be cruel, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | June 26, 2008Freshmen could produce record number in the '08 draft
Andy Katz, ESPN.comThe Class of 2008, with unsurpassed talent and depth, was always earmarked for success. And with as many as 12 freshmen looking like they'll be in the NBA draft's first round on Thursday, they haven't disappointed, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | June 23, 2008With UNC trio back, make way for the Tar Heels
Andy Katz, ESPN.comWhat does the return of the UNC trio, Ronald Steele, Chase Budinger and A.J. Abrams mean for their teams? Andy Katz breaks down all the withdrawal deadline decisions.
Story | Conversation | June 16, 2008With Monday deadline looming, it's decision time for many players
Andy Katz, ESPN.comWho's staying in the NBA draft? Who will return to school? With the draft deadline on Monday, some players have tough decisions to make this weekend, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | June 13, 2008One-and-dones have low academic requirements too
Andy Katz, ESPN.comAccepting money from agent runners isn't the only issue with one-and-done players in NCAA hoops. Since they're required to pass only the first semester, the disappearing "student" part of the student-athlete is a frustrating issue for the schools, too, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | May 12, 2008Early entrants leave teams playing the waiting game
Andy Katz, ESPN.comWith the deadline for college underclassmen to declare for the NBA now past, teams can take stock of what their rosters will look like in 2008-09. But it's not easy, since many players are just testing the waters and could return to school, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | April 27, 2008Wildcats (K-State and Villanova) enter Midwest play on a slide
Andy Katz, ESPN.comWill it be rock, chalk, Jayhawk in the Midwest Regional or will a Big East beast reign? Andy Katz breaks it down.
Story | Conversation | March 17, 2008Kansas avenges K-State loss and looks dominant again
Andy Katz, ESPN.comIn romping Kansas State on Saturday, the Jayhawks broke out of last month's funk and once again looked like a Final Four contender, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | March 01, 2008Frank Martin doesn't get enough credit at Kansas State
Andy Katz, ESPN.comIf Bob Huggins were coaching Kansas State, maybe Wednesday's win over Kansas wouldn't be considered as big of an upset. But with Frank Martin at the helm, the Wildcats are playing just fine, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | January 30, 2008Seniors dreaming of first (and last) Dance
Andy Katz, ESPN.comEvery college player puts in all those hours of practice. But only a select few get to make the Big Dance. This season, several seniors -- including UMass' Gary Forbes -- are in position to dance for the first time, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | January 07, 2008Memphis, UNC and Tennessee earn As
Andy Katz, ESPN.comNow that every schedule is out, it's time to grade the top teams. Memphis, UNC and Tennessee get As, but Washington State, Georgetown and Michigan State could have done more, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | September 19, 2007Gillispie, Huggins raised profile of former programs
Andy Katz, ESPN.comBilly Gillispie and Bob Huggins brought instant recognition to their programs. Kansas State and Texas A&M are looking for continued growth from their replacements, Andy Katz writes.
Story | Conversation | April 06, 2007K-State's roster, top recruit expected to stay in place
Andy Katz, ESPN.comKansas State selected assistant coach Frank Martin to replace Bob Huggins on Friday.
Story | Conversation | April 06, 2007Walker's season comes to an end with ruptured ACL
Andy Katz, ESPN.comWalker's work is now done for the season, shelved for the next six to eight months with a ruptured ACL in his left knee, leaving the Wildcats to fend for themselves in the league and in a quest for a bid.
Story | Conversation | January 08, 2007Elite teams are relying on stud freshmen
Andy Katz, ESPN.comA quick look across the country shows that freshmen are having a tremendous impact, especially on teams with title hopes, writes Andy Katz.
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