Why the Big Ten/ACC Challenge matters

ACC 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.

Red-hot rivalries burn down the house

When it comes to red-hot rivalries for the 2009-10 season, Tobacco Road takes a back seat to Kentucky and Louisville.

Jayhawks the team to beat ... for now

There will be plenty of movement between now and November, but Kansas tops next season's initial Top 25.

Stay ... just a little bit longer

North Carolina, like a host of recent champions, built its title team when a bunch of NBA prospects decided to return for another run. Who could repeat that feat next season?

Story | Conversation | April 09, 2009

ESPNU College Basketball: 4/1

Andy Katz gets the perspective of Jim Boeheim, Matt Painter and Gary Williams on the Final Four teams and John Calipari's move to Kentucky.

GLENDALE, AZ - MARCH 26: Center Hasheem Thabeet #34 of the Connenticut Huskies celebrates after defeating the Purdue Boilermakers 72-60 in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament at...

Insider Intel: Nova's winning balance

Villanova's versatile lineup has enabled the Wildcats to overcome a variety of styles on the way to the Final Four.

Story | Conversation | March 28, 2009

Insider Intel: Huskies closing strong

UConn is Final Four bound because it erased whispers of softness with a gritty effort against Missouri, one its foes will be hard-pressed to match.

Story | Conversation | March 28, 2009

Insider Intel: Pitt's problem

Pittsburgh has overcome three shaky offensive efforts by dominating the offensive glass, but that won't be enough to get past Villanova on Saturday.

Story | Conversation | March 26, 2009

Insider Intel: Sweet indicators

Each team's preparation and approach will be on full display in the first five minutes of Sweet 16 games. Here are the key factors to watch in the South and Midwest.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2009

Postseason Power Rankings: Sweet 16 version

Throw out the seedings. The 2009 NCAA tournament is down to 16 teams. And from where I stand, as many as eight schools have a legit shot at cutting ...

...Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Purdue Boilermakers v Xavier Musketeers WASHINGTON - MARCH 22: JaJuan Johnson #25 of the Purdue Boilermakers takes a foul...

Insider Intel: Sweet indicators

Each team's preparation and approach will be on full display in the first five minutes of Sweet 16 games. Here are the key factors to watch in the East and West.

Story | Conversation | March 24, 2009

Dancing Lessons: Denying depth

It's largely a myth that teams need a deep bench to succeed in March, as history has shown time and again.

Story | Conversation | March 23, 2009

Sweet 16 preview: Chalk isn't so bad

Last season made history, with four No. 1 seeds making the Final Four. This year has already made history, with all the 1-, 2- and 3-seeds making the Sweet 16. Andy Katz previews the upcoming games.