College coaches think that Jennings to Europe is the exception

Will Brandon Jennings be the first of many players to skip college and instead play in Europe? These college coaches don't think many teenagers will take that gamble, writes Dana O'Neil.

Disappointing night for many early entrants

Forget 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.

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Rose 'chases greatness' with a passion for winning

Derrick Rose cares so much about winning that he'll tear up after a loss, even those ridiculous AAU summer games. It's that competitiveness that will make him a special player in the NBA, John Calipari says.

Freshmen could produce record number in the '08 draft

The 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.

Rose 'chases greatness' with a passion for winning

Derrick Rose cares so much about winning that he'll tear up after a loss, even those ridiculous AAU summer games. It's that competitiveness that will make him a special player in the NBA, John Calipari says.

With UNC trio back, make way for the Tar Heels

What 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.

Green, Hopson jump in final 2008 player rankings

JaMychal Green and Scotty Hopson made the biggest jumps in the final player rankings for the Class of 2008, writes Bob Gibbons.

North Carolina, Illinois lead early '09 rankings

With the 2008 recruiting season in the books, Antonio Williams ranks ESPN.com's top 10 2009 basketball recruiting classes.

One-and-done not expected to be as prevalent in 2009

This past season's freshman crop was unique. Don't expect the one-and-dones to be as prevalent in college hoops this coming season. But it doesn't take much to turn the youngsters to the NBA draft, writes Dana O'Neil.

One-and-dones have low academic requirements too

Accepting 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.

2007-08 highlights to remember

The 2007-08 season will be remembered for so many moments, from its talented and deep freshman class, the absences of Lute Olson and Bob Knight, and Kansas' thrilling title win over Memphis. Here are Jay Bilas' top memories.

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Douglas-Roberts, Hansbrough, Beasley, Love are Naismith finalists

Chris Douglas-Roberts, Tyler Hasbrough, Kevin Love and Michael Beasley were named Naismith finalists.

And the survey says ...

Need some extra insight into the tournament? ESPN's college basketball experts shed a little light on the field of 65.

UNC (No. 1 overall), Memphis, Kansas, UCLA tourney top seeds

North Carolina was named the overall No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.