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Quality defensive players come in all shapes and sizes, so it's obvious that physical requirements are a given. Coaching takes a player to another defensive level. Most important, however, is watching a player's mental approach to the game on the ...

Blog | Conversation | October 12, 2010

There is an age-old argument among coaches about players who have one great skill versus players who are good, if not great, at a multitude of basketball skills. My preference? There's room for both. Not surprisingly, because their versatility help...

Blog | Conversation | September 30, 2010

As Coach K prepares to lead Team USA into the FIBA World Championships, Fran Fraschilla took a close look at the college kids who served as competition at the Las Vegas training camp. A number of guys helped their draft stock in the desert.

Blog | Conversation | July 30, 2010

It's the time of year for Franta Claus to pass out some Christmas gifts. The college basketball season is off to a great start, but I will be keeping an eye on who's been naughty or nice. In the meantime, happy holidays to all our college basketball ...

Blog | Conversation | December 23, 2009

EDITOR'S NOTE: Each week leading up to the season, one of our experts will offer up a list previewing some aspect of college basketball. Previous entries include: Jay Bilas on the best conferences; Fran Fraschilla on the best defenders; Doug Gottlieb...

Blog | Conversation | October 05, 2009