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Portland trouncing leaves UCLA stunned

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

It was the lowest point total and the most lopsided loss of the Ben Howland era at UCLA. And it came at the hands of … Portland? The Pilots appear legit. Can we say the same about the Bruins?

Story | Conversation | November 26, 2009

Could this be Northwestern's year?

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Every year since 1939, the NCAA has held a tournament at the end of the season. Not once has Northwestern been invited. Could this finally be the season that concludes with a dance?

Story | Conversation | November 01, 2009

Williams cementing his own legacy

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

As the reloaded national champs gear up for practice on a quest to defend their title, the coach of the Tar Heels still just wants to make Dean Smith proud. Roy Williams wouldn't have it any other way.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009

Agents and coaches battle for prospects

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Agents 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, 2009

Pair emerges from fatherly shadows

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Each is a rising soph and the son of a former No. 1 overall pick. But Wazzu's Klay Thompson (son of Mychal) and Minnesota's Ralph Sampson III (son of you-know-who) don't have comparable burdens.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2009

Rebel returns with gold-medal glory

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Terrico White was an unknown recruit with an uncertain future. Then an injury to an Ole Miss teammate gave him a chance. The gold medalist and SEC frosh of the year certainly seized the moment.

Story | Conversation | July 17, 2009

Four jobs later, Peterson returns to ASU

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Nearly a decade after departing Appalachian State the first time, Buzz Peterson had a comfortable life in the NBA alongside pal Michael Jordan. The allure of the bench was too much, though. He's back in Boone, N.C.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2009

Stock watch for 2009-10 draft crop

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Some tantalizing stars are returning to the college basketball galaxy next season. Which ones will shine the brightest and improve their stock for next year's NBA draft?

Story | Conversation | June 26, 2009

Deadline passes: Who's glad? Sad?

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

After two months of speculation, we now officially know who is coming back to college and who is not. Which programs ended up the winners? And which ones would rather not talk about it?

Story | Conversation | June 15, 2009

Six more weeks to sweat it out

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Some schools have a Plan B. Some do not. Regardless, for the programs that have players testing the draft process without an agent, it is a nerve-racking time.

Story | Conversation | April 30, 2009

Sweet 16 preview: Chalk isn't so bad

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Last 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, 2009

Champ Week: Story lines to follow

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

You 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, 2009

Seniors still focused on bigger prize

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

The script was altered from the preseason, but North Carolina is the ACC champion. Now the Tar Heels seniors are ready for a bigger prize.

Story | Conversation | March 08, 2009

10-pack of college hoops goodies to look for in '08-09

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

With the new college basketball season set to tip off, Andy Katz highlights 10 things to watch, including games to keep an eye on, surprise teams and hidden gems.

Story | Conversation | November 13, 2008

Disappointing night for many early entrants

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

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.

Story | Conversation | June 26, 2008