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Why the Big Ten/ACC Challenge matters

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

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.

Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009

Enough madness to go around

Andy Katz

Some quick hitters after nearly five hours of our coverage of Midnight Madness on Friday night on ESPNU: • The Kentucky event was unprecedented...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 19, 2009

Reactions vary to all-time rankings

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

As the "ESPN College Basketball Encyclopedia" hits bookstores, the all-time program rankings by Jeff Sagarin are sure to generate some discussion. Some coaches have already gotten it started.

Story | Conversation | October 04, 2009

Jayhawks the team to beat ... for now

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

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

Story | Conversation | April 10, 2009

Pregame thoughts from press row

Andy Katz

...that's been the norm for Lawson to protect his toe during the day. UNC coach Roy Williams joked that when he was at the same award ceremony in 2005 with Raymond Felton prior to...

Blog Entry | Conversation | April 06, 2009

Izzo, Williams sense magnitude of moment

Andy Katz

...It seems the Tar Heels face that pressure to perform at the highest level every season. Roy Williams has dealt with that weight since he began coaching. Kansas and North Carolina are two of the...

Blog Entry | Conversation | April 05, 2009

Blowout gets an unlikely rematch

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

It seems like a lifetime ago now, but it's only been four months since North Carolina put the beatdown of a lifetime on Michigan State. With a national title at stake on the same court Monday night, will that first matchup mean a thing?

Story | Conversation | April 05, 2009

Final Four offers plenty of story lines

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

Four teams. One goal. The Final Four and its teams offer plenty of intrigue and story lines.

Story | Conversation | March 30, 2009

Sweet 16 preview: Chalk isn't so bad

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

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.

Story | Conversation | March 22, 2009

Katz's Region Breakdowns: Midwest

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

From the most talented team to the best story, Andy Katz breaks down the Midwest Regional.

Story | Conversation | March 15, 2009

Breaking down BracketBusters

Andy Katz

BracketBusters was created to give teams from lower-profile conferences a chance at a full day of exposure and possibly another quality nonconference ...

Blog Entry | Conversation | February 03, 2009

UNC gains valuable intelligence from trip to Final Four venue

Andy Katz, ESPN.com

No. 1 UNC went to Detroit for a site survey of the Final Four venue, and the Heels got a feel for the Ford Field surroundings for what likely will be their return trip in April, writes Andy Katz.

Story | Conversation | December 03, 2008

Williams has players, opponents believing in Terps

Andy Katz

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Gary Williams walked into Maryland's locker room Thursday and didn't hesitate to push his objective. Maryland was...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 28, 2008

Maryland vs. Georgetown a big deal

Andy Katz

...said that if it were to be broached, Georgetown coach John Thompson III and Maryland coach Gary Williams would have the final say. Maryland and Georgetown will play at 5:30 p.m. ET Sunday...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 28, 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