35 Results for tournament

CBB Summer Buzz: Syracuse

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

The CBB Summer Buzz series stops in Syracuse to check on the progress of the Orange. With three key players gone, it will be a challenge to match last season's success, but a talented transfer and other youngsters offer some hope.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 31, 2009

CBB Summer Buzz: Louisville

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Louisville is a tough spot after losing versatile forwards Earl Clark and Terrence Williams to the NBA. Even Rick Pitino thinks this could be a rebuilding year ... unless a couple of young players step up, especially one particular big man.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 27, 2009

CBB Summer Buzz: Michigan State

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

The CBB Summer Buzz series continues with a look at Michigan State, where the core of last season's NCAA runner-up has spent the summer preparing for another title run -- at breakneck speed. Plus, analysis from Jay Bilas and Doug Gottlieb.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 23, 2009

Insider Intel: Heels face tougher task

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Blake Griffin got his points, but secondary scoring was nonexistent for the Sooners on Sunday.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 29, 2009

Insider Intel: Suton's the key for MSU

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Sweet-shooting big man Goran Suton will give Michigan State a chance vs. UConn in the national semis.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 29, 2009

Insider Intel: Lawson is X factor in Hansbrough-Griffin showdown

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

With defense neither team's strong suit, scoring will be paramount in the Elite Eight showdown between OU and UNC.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 27, 2009

Dancing Lessons: Denying depth

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

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

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 23, 2009

Dancing Lessons: Do strong survive?

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Historical trend favors UNC, Duke to reach Final Four

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 16, 2009

Inside the Bracket: Pivotal wins

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Some teams may have missed the dance if not for one key win.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 15, 2009

Inside the Bracket: Bracket breakers

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Not all losses are equal. These three kept teams off the dance floor.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 15, 2009

Bubble Insider: Friday status report

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Insider delves deeper into the Bubble Watch, examining the fortunes of teams on the fringe of qualifying for the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 13, 2009

Bubble Insider: Status report

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Insider delves deeper into the Bubble Watch, examining the fortunes of teams on the fringe of qualifying for the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 12, 2009

Inside the Bracket: UConn's deep impact

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

The Huskies' perimeter struggles could present a problem in the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 12, 2009

Bubble Insider: Magic numbers

Mike Hume, ESPN The Magazine

Insider delves deeper into the Bubble Watch, examining the fortunes of teams on the fringe of the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 10, 2009

Dancing Lessons: Spoiler Alert!

Mike Hume, ESPN Insider

Several disappointing teams still have a chance at minor glory in 2009 by lancing some bubbles in conference tournament play.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 10, 2009