Agents and coaches battle for prospects
Andy Katz, ESPN.comAgents have been around college hoops for years. But they seem to be multiplying these days, reaching out to players at a younger age while both infuriating and befriending coaches at all levels.
Story | Conversation | September 16, 2009Sweet 16 preview: Chalk isn't so bad
Andy Katz, ESPN.comLast season made history, with four No. 1 seeds making the Final Four. This year has already made history, with all the 1-, 2- and 3-seeds making the Sweet 16. Andy Katz previews the upcoming games.
Story | Conversation | March 22, 2009Champ Week: Story lines to follow
Andy Katz, ESPN.comYou can be assured the selection committee members will keep a close eye on this week's conference tourney results. What are some of the most important story lines they'll be following? Let Andy Katz fill you in.
Story | Conversation | March 10, 2009Disappointing 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, 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, 2008Lawson's sprained ankle slowed down Tar Heels, for the better
Andy Katz, ESPN.comTy Lawson's season -- and UNC's title hopes -- were in question after he injured his left ankle in a game against Florida State. The Tar Heels had to cope during Lawson's absence, and they may have improved themselves as a result, writes Andy Katz.
Story | Conversation | April 01, 2008Sneak peek at the Sweet 16
Andy Katz, ESPN.comSurviving the first weekend wasn't a given for all 16 teams. Which teams made it through the high drama and are among the last 16 teams standing?
Story | Conversation | March 23, 2008Tampa had its day, so what's on tap this weekend?
Andy Katz, ESPN.comTampa essentially saved the first round of the NCAA tournament. What lies ahead in Round 2? Andy Katz takes a look.
Story | Conversation | March 21, 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, 2008Florida freshmen get a good lesson from Florida State
Andy Katz, ESPN.comWho are the impact freshmen in the SEC this season?
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "michael beasley" make the list?