Big 12 ShootAround: What can KU do for an encore?

Bob Donnan/US Presswire Bill Self knows the upcoming season will be a "huge rebuilding job" with seven newcomers. Self ready for a 'huge rebui...

Kansas St. 96, Florida A&,M 57

Kansas St. 96, Florida A&,M 57

Team preview: Kansas State

Blue Ribbon Yearbook previews the 2008-09 college basketball season, exclusively on Insider.

Story | Conversation | October 24, 2008

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.

1-31 December 2007: Kansas State's Michael Beasley reacts to a charging foul called on him in the game between the Xavier Musketeers and...

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.

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.

...Frank Martin yells to Kansas State guard Jacob Pullen (0) as associate head coach Dalonte Hill, left, Michael Beasley, and assistant coach Brad Underwood watch in the second round of NCAA Midwest Regional basketball against...

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.

UCLA's class could help Bruins to another Final Four

With the late signing period coming to an end, Antonio Williams ranks ESPN.com's top 25 2008 basketball recruiting classes.

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.

CAPTION: Feb 2, 2008; Columbia, MO, USA; Kansas State Wildcats forward (30) Michael Beasley drives to the basket against the Missouri Tigers at Mizzou Arena. Missouri defeated Kansas State 77...

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.

Story | Conversation | April 09, 2008

Martin thinks K-State frosh Beasley is going pro, says 'it's the right thing to do'

Michael Beasley is still grappling with a decision, but his coach expects the Kansas State star freshman to head into the NBA draft.

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

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