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Forde Minutes: Look back, look forward

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Forde Minutes takes a look back at the decade that was and looks forward to the season that will be.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2009

Chance to bash SEC has likely passed

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Last season might have been the worst for SEC basketball in 30 years. But with coaching upgrades and a wealth of talent returning, the league might already be back.

Story | Conversation | October 26, 2009

The teams I'm looking out for in '09-10

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

With plenty of star power returning to college basketball, Pat Forde is already looking forward to the 2009-10 season. What teams garner elite status? Which fall just a notch below?

Story | Conversation | June 16, 2009

USC's Gibson to stay in NBA draft pool

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

USC forward Taj Gibson confirmed to ESPN.com via Twitter Monday afternoon that he is keeping his name in the NBA draft and forgoing his remaining season of eligibility at USC.

Story | Conversation | June 15, 2009

See no evil, hear no evil in Kentucky

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

There are still plenty of questions to be answered, but don't tell that to Kentucky or its fans. The NCAA allegations at Memphis? That doesn't involve next year's dream season -- so no need to dig up the past.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2009

Bulldogs take ride on Sidney tour

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

On the recruiting trail, there are plenty of recurring characters. The Renardo Sidney tour is no different.

Story | Conversation | May 05, 2009

So just how strange is Isiah-to-FIU?

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Isiah Thomas is coaching where? OK, so seeing Zeke lead Florida International will seem a little strange. But take a gander around the college hoops landscape. Plenty of coaches looking to rebound have found seemingly odd landing spots over the past decade.

Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009

A deceptively tough run to glory

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Believe it or not, there was some work involved -- some sweat, some anxiety -- for North Carolina in going from landslide favorite to landslide winner of a national title.

Story | Conversation | April 07, 2009

King of the quick turnaround

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Thanks to a dedicated and hardworking staff, Tom Izzo is at his best during the tournament when preparation time is condensed to a maximum of 48 hours.

Story | Conversation | April 05, 2009

One shining moment for Reynolds

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Scottie Reynolds' game-winning play against Pitt was so memorable that it's worth looking back one more time before looking forward to the Wildcats' game against North Carolina.

Story | Conversation | April 03, 2009

Final Four Likability Index

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Is your bracket busted? No team left to root for? Don't worry. We have a surefire method for calculating which team in this year's Final Four is the most objectively enjoyable.

Story | Conversation | March 31, 2009

Pitino, Izzo meet for first time

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

At long last, two of the pre-eminent coaches in the game -- Rick Pitino and Tom Izzo -- will match wits, wardrobes and signature playing styles.

Story | Conversation | March 28, 2009

Louisville firing on all cylinders

Pat Forde

...at all is Chase Budinger, who had 14 first-half points. Center Jordan Hill, considered a top NBA draft pick, has been punked inside by a pair of freshmen, Samardo Samuels and Terrence Jennings, with...

Blog Entry | Conversation | March 27, 2009

Pitino still perfect in Sweet 16

Pat Forde

...such a great run last year with all of those guys. With those guys leaving for the NBA or playing overseas, we are just excited to be here. It's a Sweet 16, and this...

Blog Entry | Conversation | March 26, 2009

Strange season has Cats in Sweet 16

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

An Arizona season that began in chaos has become one of the better feel-good stories of the year. Although he knows it will come to an end, interim coach Russ Pennell is enjoying the ride.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2009