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Feisty Longhorns pass first true test

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

How does the second-ranked team in the country feel disrespected? Who knows. But a determined and feisty Texas passed its first true test of the season with a 103-90 win over UNC at Cowboys Stadium.

Story | Conversation | December 19, 2009

UK-UConn: The "other" point guard

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Since he was a toddler, UConn point guard Kemba Walker has never shied away from the spotlight. With John Wall and No. 4 Kentucky set to take on the Huskies at MSG, the New York native is right in his element.

Story | Conversation | December 08, 2009

Balanced effort propels Heels over MSU

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Revenge will have to wait for another day. Behind career nights from Ed Davis and Larry Drew II, North Carolina withstood a late Michigan State rally to win 89-82.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2009

Four undefeated teams float into NYC

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

The four teams competing in the NIT semifinals arrive in New York a combined 14-0. Dana O'Neil offers a preview of the pre-Thanksgiving feast at MSG.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Turner perseveres through tough times

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

We know him as Ohio State's star. But Barbara Moll knows Evan Turner for more than just his hoop skills. They were united through tragedy five years ago -- and have remained in touch ever since.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

Four ranked teams collide at MSG

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

For the first time in the 13-year history of the event, the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic will feature four ranked teams. What do you need to know before the fun begins Thursday night at MSG?

Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009

One now zero as Bradley begins career

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

He's No. 1 in the ESPNU 100, but that's ancient history to Avery Bradley. That's why the highly touted freshman picked zero for his Texas jersey. It offers a fresh start. A chance to prove it.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2009

All aboard the Calipari bandwagon

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

John Calipari hasn't won any games yet with Kentucky. He hasn't made any tournaments or broken any records. But for Wildcat Nation right now, none of that matters.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2009

Pitino takes a shot at moving forward

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Rick Pitino said he never considered quitting. But after a nightmarish offseason, the Louisville coach seems well aware of the mess he helped create -- and the drama that still awaits.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009

Kelly back home and playing right away

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Even after an unthinkable family tragedy, Jake Kelly stuck it out and became Iowa's leading scorer last season. His heart pulled him home, though. And with the help of the NCAA, he'll play at Indiana State right away.

Story | Conversation | October 08, 2009

Temple finds the road to Argentina

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

In a country where the popularity of basketball is exploding, Pepe Sanchez is a hero. Thanks to an assist, fellow Argentinean Juan Fernandez is following in his footsteps at Temple.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2009

Life not as easy as hoops for Dembo

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

He lit up UCLA in the NCAA tournament, led Wyoming to the Sweet 16 and landed on the cover of SI. Basketball once came easy for the unforgettable Fennis Dembo. But things didn't go as easily once basketball went away.

Story | Conversation | September 28, 2009

Reed's divine shot still garners attention

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

U.S. Reed doesn't play basketball anymore, but the game is still a part of his life -- thanks in large part to his infamous 1981 NCAA tourney buzzer-beater for the Arkansas Razorbacks.

Story | Conversation | September 22, 2009

Princeton's '96 duo take different paths

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

Gabe Lewullis and Steve Goodrich are 3,000 miles apart and took completely different paths along the way. But the doctor and ex-pro player, respectively, will be forever linked by Princeton's '96 NCAA tourney win.

Story | Conversation | September 22, 2009

Even with help, Sutton's battle continues

Dana O'Neil, ESPN.com

He left UMass as the school's all-time leading scorer. Soon after, Lorenzo Sutton fell into a coma and later got jaw cancer that left his face disfigured. Then a stranger from a message board came along.

Story | Conversation | August 26, 2009