Recapping the season's first six weeks
Andy Katz...Orange had the offseason hype of adding Iowa State transfer Wesley Johnson, but the loss of Jonny...on his back, fracturing a vertebra against Eastern Michigan. Turner may return this season, but prior to...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 23, 2009Challenge was won, challenges remain
Andy Katz, ESPN.comThe 2009-10 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 Ten stands with conference play on the horizon.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Once again, Wildcats the class of SEC
Andy Katz, ESPN.comThe 2009-10 college basketball season is six weeks old and the nonconference portion of the schedule is nearly complete. So it's time to take a look at where the SEC stands with conference play on the horizon.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2009Longhorns prove they're deep and talented
Andy Katz, ESPN.comTexas' big-stage win over North Carolina and a UAB Blazer take home Weekly Watch honors.
Story | Conversation | December 20, 2009The Big 12 and Pac-10 play one of these, too
Andy Katz...next. But the opponents rarely are the same each season (the Clemson-Illinois and North Carolina-Michigan State series are more the exception than the rule). "The reality is that it becomes more of...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 03, 2009With five straight wins, Wildcats back on track
Andy Katz...cause. The Wildcats were only about two wins from earning a berth last season after beating Michigan State and Purdue on the road. But a crushing home loss to Illinois and a loss to...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 02, 2009Why the Big Ten/ACC Challenge matters
Andy Katz, ESPN.comACC 10, Big Ten 0. That's the tally in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. And if you think that doesn't matter, just ask any fan, coach, player or administrator on either side.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009Portland takes advantage of chance
Andy Katz, ESPN.comIt's an oft-made statement: Just give the mid-major a chance on a neutral court. Portland got that chance at the 76 Classic -- and the Pilots have taken full advantage.
Story | Conversation | November 28, 2009Even without three players, UM shows off depth
Andy Katz...championship that would solidify it's place in the Big Ten as a legit challenger to Michigan State, Purdue, Ohio State, Illinois and Michigan
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 26, 2009Mystery Ags provide a good first clue vs. Clemson
Andy Katz...Shootout. By beating the Tigers, the Aggies get a shot at West Virginia instead of Long Beach State, which will maximize their power-rating potential out of this tournament. Texas A&M will play an...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 26, 2009Sidney waits as NCAA continues to investigate
Andy Katz...the Lines aired a segment on the Renardo Sidney situation. That can viewed by clicking here. Mississippi State coach Rick Stansbury is understandably worried this week about Renardo Sidney's capacity to handle the unknown...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 23, 2009Let's remember: It's still just November
Andy Katz, ESPN.comSome teams look unbeatable. Some look awful. Some conferences look great. Some not so much. But are we really ready to make definitive statements after just one full week of games? Let's hold off on that.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009JT3 wants Hoyas to be tested with schedule
Andy Katz...Georgetown won both of those games. On Saturday, the Hoyas will face a road game at Savannah State. Then it's a supposedly easy stretch of games against Lafayette, Mount St. Mary's and American...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 19, 2009Oh, what a day: Marathon Tip-Off roundup
Andy Katz...recent years. Granted, top recruit Tyler Honeycutt wasn't available during the double-overtime loss to Cal State Fullerton. But the Bruins shot 5-of-29 from the 3 against the Titans. That's not...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 17, 2009Rider hopes MSU win carries into March
Andy KatzLet's assume Mississippi State will be fine and win the SEC West and earn at the very least an at-large...
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