Big East race could come down to wire
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe 2009-10 college basketball season is almost two months old. And the nonconference portion of the schedule is nearly complete. So it's time to take a look at where the Big East stands with conference play on the horizon.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Quality Ws, surprising depth for A-10
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe 2009-10 college basketball season is six weeks old and the nonconference portion of the schedule is nearly complete. So it's time to take a look at where the Atlantic 10 stands with conference play on the horizon.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Kansas, Texas haven't disappointed
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe 2009-10 college basketball season is almost two months old. And the nonconference portion of the schedule is nearly complete. So it's time to take a look at where the Big 12 stands with conference play on the horizon.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Feisty Longhorns pass first true test
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comHow does the second-ranked team in the country feel disrespected? Who knows. But a determined and feisty Texas passed its first true test of the season with a 103-90 win over UNC at Cowboys Stadium.
Story | Conversation | December 19, 2009KSU's Martin more than just a recruiter
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comWhen Kansas State promoted Frank Martin, the skeptics were numerous. Hired just to keep Michael Beasley and Bill Walker, the chorus went. Two postseasons and the highest ranking in two decades later, the chorus needs a new line.
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009Immigrant dream plays out through son
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comGie-Ming Lin came to America for his Ph.D. and "to watch the NBA." More than 30 years later, his son Jeremy is overcoming stereotypes to become one of college basketball's best all-around players.
Story | Conversation | December 10, 2009UK-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 08, 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, 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.
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