Big 12 ShootAround: High expectations for a league that retained its star power
ESPN.com...some ballot and the entire all-rookie team. 3. Who's got next? Kevin Durant begat Michael Beasley begat Blake Griffin, giving the Big 12 a three-year stranglehold on national player of the...
Page | ConversationBig 12 ShootAround: What can KU do for an encore?
ESPN.comBob Donnan/US Presswire Bill Self knows the upcoming season will be a "huge rebuilding job" with seven newcomers. Self ready for a 'huge rebui...
Page | ConversationMuch like football, Big 12 offenses are up, defenses down
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comThe 2008-09 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, 2008Disappointing 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, 2008Jordan's game trying to catch up with his body
Dana O'Neil, ESPN.comDeAndre Jordan had a disappointing freshman season at Texas A&M. Yet still, despite the emotional immaturity, he's looking like an NBA lottery pick, writes Dana O'Neil.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 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, 20082007-08 highlights to remember
Jay Bilas, ESPN.comThe 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.
Story | Conversation | April 09, 2008
Beasley vs. Mayo the main event on Thursday
ESPN.comKirby Lee/Image of Sport-US PRESSWIRE/Peter G. Aiken-US PRESSWIRE The meeting of Michael Beasley and O.J. Mayo is tops on Thursday's marquee. Not Lacking Star Power By Tim...
Page | ConversationKirk, Carter help Aggies past charging Beasley, Wildcats
Dominique Kirk hit five 3-pointers and had 19 points, and Josh Carter hit two free throws with 7 seconds left to help Texas A&M hold off third-seeded Kansas State 63-60 Friday night in a Big 12 tournament quarterfinal.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | March 14, 2008Beasley's 21 power Kansas State past No. 9 Texas A&M
Michael Beasley scored 21 points and Bill Walker added 19 for Kansas State, which broke a close game open in the second half and went on to beat Texas A&M 75-54 on Saturday.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | January 19, 2008Self has his best team at Kansas; how does the rest of the Big 12 look?
Fran Fraschilla, Special to ESPN InsiderKansas is loaded and won't be happy unless it is in San Antonio in April. But other Big 12 teams would do well to earn any postseason berth, writes Fran Fraschilla.
Story | Conversation | January 02, 2008
Team preview: Texas A&M
Blue Ribbon YearbookBlue Ribbon Yearbook previews the 2007-08 college basketball season, exclusively on Insider.
Story | Conversation | September 27, 2007
Self understands the March expectations at KU
ESPN.comSo what if Kansas racks up regular-season wins and Big 12 titles. Success in college hoops is now measured by NCAA Tournament wins, and that has been a shaky proposition for the Jayhawks, writes Andy Glockner.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 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.
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