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Our writers and analysts share their memories of seeing and covering the high school and college days of Oklahoma City Thunder players.

Chad Ford says there are several top NBA prospects who need to impress during next week's conference championships.

Blog | Conversation | March 08, 2013

Dave Telep's Starting 5: A look back at NBA All-stars during their HS years, Julius Randle's final visit, the versatility of the 2013 PFs and an introduction to Mustapha Heron.

Story | Conversation | February 18, 2013

Kentucky's Anthony Davis is the clear choice for the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft, but other prospects also have star potential. Jay Bilas lists five potential NBA stars and six others who have upside but more questions.

Story | Conversation | June 13, 2012

We're still waiting on multiple standout underclassmen to make final calls on their pro futures. Some appear to be ready to go. And others are on the fence. Let's take a look at the decisions that have been made and the ones still to come.

ESPN Insider Jay Bilas writes that people greatly misunderstand John Calipari because the Kentucky head coach is honest about the NCAA system and doesn't shy away from making it a priority to get his players to the NBA.

Blog | Conversation | April 03, 2012

Chad Ford examines the NBA draft stock impact on the prospects of Kentucky, Kansas, Ohio State and Louisville following the Final Four.

Blog | Conversation | April 03, 2012

Chad Ford looks at 10 players NBA scouts will be watching intently at the Final Four in New Orleans. The top of the list is no surprise -- Anthony Davis -- but a stealthy prospect from Kansas will attract attention, as well.

Blog | Conversation | March 30, 2012

Kentucky freshman Brandon Knight announced Friday that he will keep his name in June's NBA draft, forgoing his final three years of eligibility.

An NBA spokesman confirms that the league is investigating Jay-Z's presence in Kentucky's locker room after the Wildcats clinched a Final Four berth.

An NBA spokesman confirms that the league is investigating Jay-Z's presence in Kentucky's locker room after the Wildcats clinched a Final Four berth.

Jay Bilas, Fran Fraschilla and Joe Lunardi offer up answers to a number of NCAA tournament questions, including who they ultimately believe will cut down the nets in Houston.

Story | Conversation | March 30, 2011

Go on. Admit it. You love the fact that VCU and Butler are in the Final Four, and it isn't only because you root for the underdogs. There's an old-fashioned hoops reason to pull for them, too.

David Thorpe examines 10 prospects who will be looking to make a big impression during their conference tournaments, including a pair of SEC big men. With NBA teams showing bias toward late-season performances, there's a lot on the line.

Blog | Conversation | March 10, 2010

Chad Ford checks in with his weekly NBA draft Stock Watch, with Evan Turner soaring. Could he dethrone John Wall as the No. 1 pick?

Blog | Conversation | March 01, 2010

Kentucky and Texas headline Jay Bilas' midseason All-America team.