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Curry, Abrams will still make noise at the point

Andy Katz

...to do it [play the point] and do it very well.'' The shooting of Bryant Barr and William Archambault was also a plus for Davidson against Texas, according to McKillop. Former Harvard signee Frank Ben...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 03, 2008

Saint Mary's Aussie import makes an impression in Beijing, USA

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

From Australia to Saint Mary's, Patty Mills has played in relative anonymity throughout his career. But an impressive showing at the Olympics has the nation, including NBA scouts, buzzing about this Aussie import, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | October 28, 2008

Obama's fame helps brother-in-law Robinson gain exposure for OSU

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Craig Robinson is grateful for the exposure his Oregon State basketball team is getting through the success of his brother-in-law, Barack Obama, but the coach is hoping his own success comes from bringing the Beavers out of the Pac-10's basement, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | October 25, 2008

Wake hits refresh button with exciting freshmen

Andy Katz

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- Saturday's Wake Forest practice was nearly two hours old, and coach Dino Gaudio's voice was still sharp. "Farouq, box out!" ...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 21, 2008

Questions remain for players as practices begins

Andy Katz

...with DeJuan Blair and Sam Young, but won't be league champs. • Louisville senior forward Terrence Williams had successful surgery on his knee and will be out for four to six weeks. The Cardinals...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 17, 2008

At-large hopefuls angle for a bid

Andy Katz

...If he's as good as projected then the Yellow Jackets should be bubble bound. Maryland: Gary Williams isn't considering not making the NCAAs. With the return of Greivis Vasquez and Eric Hayes I...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 14, 2008

Tar Heels on top as season sets to begin

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

North Carolina is undoubetdly the No. 1 team as the 2008-09 season gets underway, but the rest of the field isn't a runaway decision.

Story | Conversation | October 13, 2008

Barnes builds Longhorns brick by brick

Andy Katz

...company. The previous 10 winners were: Pat Summitt, Gene Keady, Jim Boeheim, Jim Calhoun, Mike Montgomery, Roy Williams, Denny Crum, Lute Olson, Mike Krzyzewski and Dean Smith. Among those 10 coaches, only Keady and Montgomery...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 10, 2008

Aggies hit the recruiting trail hard

Andy Katz

Quick hitters: • In the spirit of equal time, Texas A&M deserves its due after Marquette got plenty of recruiting buzz earlier in the week. Th...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 09, 2008

Marquette players have faith in coach as Williams era begins

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

With a new head coach and touted seniors looking to go their furthest in the NCAA tournament, there's a lot on the line for Marquette this season, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | October 05, 2008

Vitale spoke from heart at Hall of Fame induction

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Dick Vitale joined basketball's most exclusive club Friday night, delivering a speech that conveyed his appreciation of the prestigious honor, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | September 05, 2008

Kansas signs Self to new 10-year, $30 million contract

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Bill Self, the Kansas basketball coach who guided the Jayhawks to their first NCAA championship in 20 years, signed a 10-year, $30 million contract.

Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008

Mark Prosser adjusts to life without Skip

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Mark Prosser misses the little things since his father's untimely death one year ago. And returning to Orlando, where Prosser was when he got the news his father had died, was a difficult experience, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | July 27, 2008

Gaudio stabilizes Wake Forest after a difficult year

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

In July 2007, Skip Prosser's sudden death rocked the Wake Forest community. But one year later, the Demon Deacons are as stable as ever under Dino Gaudio and poised for a big season -- although Prosser is never far from their thoughts, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | July 27, 2008

Williams prepares for the great expectations of 2008-09 season

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

UNC coach Roy Williams knows his 2008-09 team, with its impressive talent and depth, will carry the burden of great expectations. So he's made it clear to his team that the Tar Heels' title hopes come first, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | July 17, 2008