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Duke delivers another November-to-remember performance

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

After an impressive sweep through Southern Illinois and Michigan at the 2K Sports Classic, the Blue Devils can pronounce that this edition is much better prepared for a march toward March, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | November 21, 2008

Broken wrist likely to sideline UNC forward Zeller for season

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

North Carolina freshman forward Tyler Zeller is likely gone for the season after undergoing surgery Wednesday to repair a fractured left wrist suffered when he fell attempting a dunk during Tuesday's win over Kentucky.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2008

Heels hit road with no idea when Hansbrough will return

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

North Carolina players acknowledge that their early-season play, especially defensively, is taking the pressure off Tyler Hansbrough and Marcus Ginyard as they rehab injuries, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | November 18, 2008

Kellogg returns to his roots in effort to lift UMass

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Derek Kellogg is a UMass guy. He's from the area, played basketball there and spent the past eight years assisting his former UMass coach John Calipari at Memphis. Now Kellogg wants to bring the Minutemen back into national prominence, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2008

With no change in condition, Hansbrough to sit vs. Kentucky

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

North Carolina senior All-American Tyler Hansbrough will not play against Kentucky on Tuesday night in Chapel Hill. Coach Roy Williams said Monday that there was no change in Hansbrough's condition.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2008

10-pack of college hoops goodies to look for in '08-09

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

With the new college basketball season set to tip off, Andy Katz highlights 10 things to watch, including games to keep an eye on, surprise teams and hidden gems.

Story | Conversation | November 13, 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

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

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

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

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

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