Basketball: Most Popular Articles
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2010 NCAA Sites and Venues
Want to attend the 2010 NCAA Tournament? The Final Four will be at Lucas Oil Stadium -- home of the Indianapolis Colts. Start planning your trip now.
Want to attend the 2010 NCAA Tournament? The Final Four will be at Lucas Oil Stadium -- home of the Indianapolis Colts. Start planning your trip now.
Winningest Programs
The winningest division I programs in college basketball -- the University of Kentucky tops the list.
The winningest division I programs in college basketball -- the University of Kentucky tops the list.
What is a Bearcat?
In zoology, "Bearcat" can refer to the binturong, a mammal native to Malaysia, or to the giant panda. But Cincinnati's athletic teams got the name from a cheer aimed at a World War I era football player.
In zoology, "Bearcat" can refer to the binturong, a mammal native to Malaysia, or to the giant panda. But Cincinnati's athletic teams got the name from a cheer aimed at a World War I era football player.
2010 All-Star Voting
Cast your vote for the 2010 NBA All-Star Game
Cast your vote for the 2010 NBA All-Star Game
Winningest Coaches of All Time
The giants of the game -- Division I college basketball's all-time winningest coaches.
The giants of the game -- Division I college basketball's all-time winningest coaches.
2010 Free Agents
The 2010 NBA free agency period is wildly hyped because, mainly, of one name - LeBron James. However, there are a lot of other NBA players worthy of interest from NBA teams. Following, is a list of restricted and unrestricted NBA free agents for the summer of 2010.
The 2010 NBA free agency period is wildly hyped because, mainly, of one name - LeBron James. However, there are a lot of other NBA players worthy of interest from NBA teams. Following, is a list of restricted and unrestricted NBA free agents for the summer of 2010.
Winningest Coaches
The Top 20 Winningest Active NCAA Head Coaches
The Top 20 Winningest Active NCAA Head Coaches
2010 Final Four Tickets
Information on applying for tickets to the 2010 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
Information on applying for tickets to the 2010 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
Final Four Sites: 2009-16
College basketball's biggest game demands the biggest stage... like a 100,000-seat NFL stadium. The venues are set for the Final Four through 2016, a list that reads includes most of the new or newly-renovated home fields of the National Football League.
College basketball's biggest game demands the biggest stage... like a 100,000-seat NFL stadium. The venues are set for the Final Four through 2016, a list that reads includes most of the new or newly-renovated home fields of the National Football League.
NBA vs. NCAA
They hang the hoops at the same height... but that might be the only thing the NBA and NCAA do exactly the same way. Here's a brief rundown of the key differences between pro and college ball.
They hang the hoops at the same height... but that might be the only thing the NBA and NCAA do exactly the same way. Here's a brief rundown of the key differences between pro and college ball.
Coaching Salaries
How much to college basketball coaches make? Quite a bit. John Calipari's new deal at Kentucky will be worth approximately $4 million a year -- and that's before you factor in incentives, summer camps, and a fat endorsement deal from a shoe company. Here's a look at the salaries of some of college basketball's highest-paid coaches.
How much to college basketball coaches make? Quite a bit. John Calipari's new deal at Kentucky will be worth approximately $4 million a year -- and that's before you factor in incentives, summer camps, and a fat endorsement deal from a shoe company. Here's a look at the salaries of some of college basketball's highest-paid coaches.
Top Freshmen of 2008-09
With the NBA's age limit forcing most elite prospects to spend at least one year in school, the NCAA is rapidly becoming a freshman-dominated league? Who will be this year's Kevin Durant or Derrick Rose or Michael Beasley? Someone from this list...
With the NBA's age limit forcing most elite prospects to spend at least one year in school, the NCAA is rapidly becoming a freshman-dominated league? Who will be this year's Kevin Durant or Derrick Rose or Michael Beasley? Someone from this list...
Top Winning Percentages
The best winning percentages in college basketball history -- the University of Kentucky heads an impressive list.
The best winning percentages in college basketball history -- the University of Kentucky heads an impressive list.
John Wall
Profile of John Wall, the top-ranked point guard in the class of 2009 and the cause of new NCAA scrutiny of so-called "package deals" in recruiting.
Profile of John Wall, the top-ranked point guard in the class of 2009 and the cause of new NCAA scrutiny of so-called "package deals" in recruiting.
Top Freshmen 2009-10
With the NBA's age limit forcing most elite prospects to spend at least one year in school, the NCAA is rapidly becoming a freshman-dominated league? Who will be this year's Kevin Durant or Derrick Rose or Michael Beasley? Here's a look at some of the top incoming freshman for the 2009-10 season.
With the NBA's age limit forcing most elite prospects to spend at least one year in school, the NCAA is rapidly becoming a freshman-dominated league? Who will be this year's Kevin Durant or Derrick Rose or Michael Beasley? Here's a look at some of the top incoming freshman for the 2009-10 season.
University of Nebraska
Nebraska's Cornhusker
Nebraska's Cornhusker
Career Scoring Leaders
A look at the most prolific scorers in NCAA Division I basketball history. LSU's immortal "Pistol" Pete Maravich tops the list.
A look at the most prolific scorers in NCAA Division I basketball history. LSU's immortal "Pistol" Pete Maravich tops the list.
Mascot Galleries
A look at the mascots of Division I college basketball -- and the stories behind them.
A look at the mascots of Division I college basketball -- and the stories behind them.
What is a Letter of Intent?
A letter of intent is a formal agreement that binds a given player to a given school.
A letter of intent is a formal agreement that binds a given player to a given school.
Single Game Records
Some of the greatest individual performances in NCAA basketball history, captured in the record book, and on this very page.
Some of the greatest individual performances in NCAA basketball history, captured in the record book, and on this very page.
Fantasy Basketball Advice
A few words of advice for fantasy basketball players preparing for that all-important rite of the fall: draft day.
A few words of advice for fantasy basketball players preparing for that all-important rite of the fall: draft day.
All-Star Picks - East
Your guide's picks for the 2010 Eastern Conference NBA All-Star Team.
Your guide's picks for the 2010 Eastern Conference NBA All-Star Team.
Championships by School
Of the over 300 schools playing Division I basketball, just 35 have won the NCAA Tournament. Here's a list of the few, the proud, the NCAA Tournament champions.
Of the over 300 schools playing Division I basketball, just 35 have won the NCAA Tournament. Here's a list of the few, the proud, the NCAA Tournament champions.
Fantasy NCAA
An introduction to fantasy college hoops -- how to play, where to play, and why fantasy NCAA games are hard to find.
An introduction to fantasy college hoops -- how to play, where to play, and why fantasy NCAA games are hard to find.
Coaching Changes 2009-10
The 2008-09 season isn't yet complete, and already there are coaching positions available at three major schools -- with more sure to open after the season. Track the openings, potential openings, and candidates here.
The 2008-09 season isn't yet complete, and already there are coaching positions available at three major schools -- with more sure to open after the season. Track the openings, potential openings, and candidates here.
Dwyane Wade at Marquette
Dwyane Wade celebrates the win over Kentucky that put his Marquette Golden Eagles in the 2003 Final Four.
Dwyane Wade celebrates the win over Kentucky that put his Marquette Golden Eagles in the 2003 Final Four.
All-Star Picks - West
Your guide's picks for the 2010 Western Conference NBA All-Star Team.
Your guide's picks for the 2010 Western Conference NBA All-Star Team.
2010 NBA Mock Draft
Projecting the first 30 picks in the 2010 NBA Draft
Projecting the first 30 picks in the 2010 NBA Draft
Career Blocks Leaders
The most prolific shot-blockers in NCAA Division I history -- the name on top will surprise you.
The most prolific shot-blockers in NCAA Division I history -- the name on top will surprise you.
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati's Bearcat Mascot
Cincinnati's Bearcat Mascot
Career Assist Leaders
These guys must have been excellent at sharing their toys in preschool -- they went on to become the most prolific distributors in Division I history.
These guys must have been excellent at sharing their toys in preschool -- they went on to become the most prolific distributors in Division I history.
Brandon Jennings
Brandon Jennings at the McDonald's All American Game
Brandon Jennings at the McDonald's All American Game
Winningest Women's Coaches
The giants of the game -- Division I women's college basketball's all-time winningest coaches.
The giants of the game -- Division I women's college basketball's all-time winningest coaches.
ASU Cheerleaders
The ballplayers aren't the only ones with leaping ability. The Arizona State cheerleaders display serious hangtime during the Sun Devils' second-round game against Syracuse.
The ballplayers aren't the only ones with leaping ability. The Arizona State cheerleaders display serious hangtime during the Sun Devils' second-round game against Syracuse.
University of Miami
Miami Hurricanes Mascot Sebastian the Ibis
Miami Hurricanes Mascot Sebastian the Ibis
UNC Cheerleaders
UNC's cheerleaders are on top -- just like the basketball team, which surged into the Sweet Sixteen by beating LSU.
UNC's cheerleaders are on top -- just like the basketball team, which surged into the Sweet Sixteen by beating LSU.
Championship Game
The Kansas Jayhawks celebrate their national title
The Kansas Jayhawks celebrate their national title
University of Texas
Texas coach Rick Barnes and Longhorns mascot Bevo
Texas coach Rick Barnes and Longhorns mascot Bevo
Allen Iverson
He's one of the greatest scorers of his generation -- and pound-for-pound, one of the toughest players in recent memory. But after a three-game stint with the Memphis Grizzlies, Allen Iverson's NBA career could be at an end.
He's one of the greatest scorers of his generation -- and pound-for-pound, one of the toughest players in recent memory. But after a three-game stint with the Memphis Grizzlies, Allen Iverson's NBA career could be at an end.
University of Kansas
Kansas Jayhawk Mascot
Kansas Jayhawk Mascot
University of Oregon
Oregon's Donald Duck
Oregon's Donald Duck
Worst Starts in NBA History
The 2009-10 Nets have set a new record for futility, opening the season with an 18-game (and counting) losing streak.
The 2009-10 Nets have set a new record for futility, opening the season with an 18-game (and counting) losing streak.
Jim Boeheim
Jim Boeheim Profile - Career history, accomplishments and biography of legendary Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim
Jim Boeheim Profile - Career history, accomplishments and biography of legendary Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim
Billy Gillispie
Billy Gillispie Profile: Career record and accomplishments of Billy Gillispie, head coach of the University of Kentucky Wildcats
Billy Gillispie Profile: Career record and accomplishments of Billy Gillispie, head coach of the University of Kentucky Wildcats
NBA Age Limit
The NBA's most recent collective bargaining agreement prevents players from entering the draft right out of high school.
The NBA's most recent collective bargaining agreement prevents players from entering the draft right out of high school.
LeBron Giving Up #23
LeBron James announced he'll give up his uniform number to honor Michael Jordan, and he wants other NBA players who wear MJ's 23 to do the same.
LeBron James announced he'll give up his uniform number to honor Michael Jordan, and he wants other NBA players who wear MJ's 23 to do the same.
September 24, 2008
Kansas Jayhawks Championship Ring
Kansas Jayhawks Championship Ring
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame's leprechaun mascot -- Who knew the dude from the Lucky Charms commercials could be so feisty?
Notre Dame's leprechaun mascot -- Who knew the dude from the Lucky Charms commercials could be so feisty?
Recruiting Calendar
The NCAA's official calendar, with details on when recruits can and cannot be contacted by college recruiters.
The NCAA's official calendar, with details on when recruits can and cannot be contacted by college recruiters.
Mike Krzyzewski
Mike Krzyzewski Profile: Career history, accomplishments and biography of Duke's Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski
Mike Krzyzewski Profile: Career history, accomplishments and biography of Duke's Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski
Fantasy Cheat Sheet - Overall
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 100 fantasy values for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 100 fantasy values for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Adriana Lima
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
LSU Cheerleaders
LSU cheerleaders support their Tigers as they play top-seeded Carolina in the 2009 NCAA Tournament
LSU cheerleaders support their Tigers as they play top-seeded Carolina in the 2009 NCAA Tournament
Missouri Tiger mascot
The Missouri Tiger, apparently praying for divine intercession. His prayers were answered -- Mizzou beat Ivy League champs Cornell to advance.
The Missouri Tiger, apparently praying for divine intercession. His prayers were answered -- Mizzou beat Ivy League champs Cornell to advance.
University of Maryland
Maryland's Terrapin
Maryland's Terrapin
Big Ten
An introduction to the teams and history of the Big Ten Conference, home of Indiana, Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, Purdue, Northwestern, Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio State, Iowa and Penn State.
An introduction to the teams and history of the Big Ten Conference, home of Indiana, Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, Purdue, Northwestern, Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio State, Iowa and Penn State.
Fantasy Basketball 101
An introduction to fantasy basketball - league setup information, rosters and positions, trades and free agents and fantasy basketball statistics
An introduction to fantasy basketball - league setup information, rosters and positions, trades and free agents and fantasy basketball statistics
October 8, 2008
Felipe Lopez and Allen Iverson
Felipe Lopez and Allen Iverson
2009 NCAA Sites and Venues
Want to attend the 2009 NCAA Tournament? Start planning your trip now.
Want to attend the 2009 NCAA Tournament? Start planning your trip now.
Georgia Bulldogs
Georgia coach Dennis Felton holds the SEC Championship Trophy at a near-empty Alexander Memorial Coliseum on the campus of Georgia Tech.
Georgia coach Dennis Felton holds the SEC Championship Trophy at a near-empty Alexander Memorial Coliseum on the campus of Georgia Tech.
North Dakota State Bison
North Dakota State made their first trip to the Big Dance -- in the school's first year of eligibility after moving up from Division II.
North Dakota State made their first trip to the Big Dance -- in the school's first year of eligibility after moving up from Division II.
Career Steal Leaders
The most prolific thieves in NCAA Division I hoops history.
The most prolific thieves in NCAA Division I hoops history.
West Virginia Cheerleaders
WVU cheerleaders execute a complicated maneuver during the Mountaineers' first-round loss to Dayton.
WVU cheerleaders execute a complicated maneuver during the Mountaineers' first-round loss to Dayton.
University of North Carolina
North Carolina's Rameses
North Carolina's Rameses
Allen Iverson at Georgetown
Allen Iverson didn't have all the "ink" when he was a Georgetown Hoya, but he had more than enough quickness to split the entire Boston College defense at this game in 1996.
Allen Iverson didn't have all the "ink" when he was a Georgetown Hoya, but he had more than enough quickness to split the entire Boston College defense at this game in 1996.
Two-Sport Stars
For some incredibly gifted ballplayers, an NCAA basketball season just isn't enough of an athletic outlet. Here's a look at some players who have played basketball and at least one other sport at the highest collegiate level.
For some incredibly gifted ballplayers, an NCAA basketball season just isn't enough of an athletic outlet. Here's a look at some players who have played basketball and at least one other sport at the highest collegiate level.
Hall of Famers
Some of the NCAA's top coaches have already received basketball's highest honor -- a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Some of the NCAA's top coaches have already received basketball's highest honor -- a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Point Guard Cheat Sheet
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 point guards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 point guards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
University of Arizona
Arizona's Wildcat
Arizona's Wildcat
Xavier Henry
Profile of Xavier Henry, the top-ranked prospect in the class of 2009.
Profile of Xavier Henry, the top-ranked prospect in the class of 2009.
College Hoops Gift List
Gift suggestions for the college basketball fans on your list.
Gift suggestions for the college basketball fans on your list.
Zone
An introduction to some of the zone defenses used in college basketball.
An introduction to some of the zone defenses used in college basketball.
John Calipari
About John Calipari - Head Coach of the Kentucky Wildcats
About John Calipari - Head Coach of the Kentucky Wildcats
FSU Dance Team
For the FSU dance team, the opening night performance was also the finale -- the Seminoles were ousted in the first round by Wisconsin.
For the FSU dance team, the opening night performance was also the finale -- the Seminoles were ousted in the first round by Wisconsin.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Tech's "Hokie Bird"
Virginia Tech's "Hokie Bird"
North Carolina State University
NC State's "Mr. Wulf"
NC State's "Mr. Wulf"
Florida State University
Chief Osceola on the sideline at a FSU football game in 2000
Chief Osceola on the sideline at a FSU football game in 2000
Clemson University
Clemson's Tiger
Clemson's Tiger
ESPN's Hoops Marathon
ESPN will celebrate the tip-off of the 2008-09 college basketball season with a 24-hour marathon of games on November 18.
ESPN will celebrate the tip-off of the 2008-09 college basketball season with a 24-hour marathon of games on November 18.
Big12
An introduction to the teams and history of the Big 12 Conference, home of Baylor, Colorado, Iowa State, Kansas State, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and the 2008 National Champion Kansas Jayhawks.
An introduction to the teams and history of the Big 12 Conference, home of Baylor, Colorado, Iowa State, Kansas State, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and the 2008 National Champion Kansas Jayhawks.
Demar DeRozan
Demar DeRozan takes a shot at the McDonald's All-American game.
Demar DeRozan takes a shot at the McDonald's All-American game.
What is a Tar Heel?
A nickname for North Carolinians dating back to the Civil War
A nickname for North Carolinians dating back to the Civil War
Top Recruiting Classes of 2009
A look at some of the top recruiting classes of 2009, including John Calipari's star-studded class at Kentucky and usual suspects like Bill Self's Kansas squad, Jay Wright's Villanova Wildcats, and the defending champion North Carolina Tar Heels.
A look at some of the top recruiting classes of 2009, including John Calipari's star-studded class at Kentucky and usual suspects like Bill Self's Kansas squad, Jay Wright's Villanova Wildcats, and the defending champion North Carolina Tar Heels.
Career Rebounding Leaders
No need to worry about missing shots with these guys cleaning up after you... future Hall of Famer Tim Duncan leads an impressive cast of characters on the post-1973 career rebounding list.
No need to worry about missing shots with these guys cleaning up after you... future Hall of Famer Tim Duncan leads an impressive cast of characters on the post-1973 career rebounding list.
Greatest Plays
Keith Smart's Buzzer-beater. Christian Laettner's turnaround. Watch video of some of the greatest plays in the history of March Madness.
Keith Smart's Buzzer-beater. Christian Laettner's turnaround. Watch video of some of the greatest plays in the history of March Madness.
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Tech's Yellow Jacket
Georgia Tech's Yellow Jacket
University of Colorado
Colorado's Buffalo
Colorado's Buffalo
University of Connecticut
UConn's mascot, Jonathan the Husky, is named for Jonathan Trumbull, the first governor of the state of Connecticut.
UConn's mascot, Jonathan the Husky, is named for Jonathan Trumbull, the first governor of the state of Connecticut.
Duke University
Duke's Blue Devil
Duke's Blue Devil
Point Spread
Given that a matchup of real equals in any sporting event is exceedingly rare, sports books create a point spread to handicap the superior team.
Given that a matchup of real equals in any sporting event is exceedingly rare, sports books create a point spread to handicap the superior team.
Greg Oden
Even before his freshman season at Ohio State, Greg Oden was regarded as a can't-miss NBA prospect -- an old-school big man who would dominate the lane like a latter-day Bill Russell. Unfortunately, his NBA career to date has more medical reports than highlights. The latest setback: a broken patella that ended his 2009-10 season in early December.
Even before his freshman season at Ohio State, Greg Oden was regarded as a can't-miss NBA prospect -- an old-school big man who would dominate the lane like a latter-day Bill Russell. Unfortunately, his NBA career to date has more medical reports than highlights. The latest setback: a broken patella that ended his 2009-10 season in early December.
NCAA Champions
A complete list of NCAA Champions and Final Four teams, from the 1985 Villanova Wildcats to the 2008 Kansas Jayhawks.
A complete list of NCAA Champions and Final Four teams, from the 1985 Villanova Wildcats to the 2008 Kansas Jayhawks.
Chris Bosh at Georgia Tech
Chris Bosh displays his agility, leaping over a prone NC State defender to take a shot in the 2003 ACC quarterfinals.
Chris Bosh displays his agility, leaping over a prone NC State defender to take a shot in the 2003 ACC quarterfinals.
Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan makes his appearance on the red carpet, about a three-point shot away from the steakhouse that bears his name.
Michael Jordan makes his appearance on the red carpet, about a three-point shot away from the steakhouse that bears his name.
Expanding March Madness
Several of the biggest names in college hoops -- from ESPN's Bob Knight to Jim Boeheim of Syracuse to Villanova's Jay Wright -- want to expand the NCAA Tournament field. Is this a good idea?
Several of the biggest names in college hoops -- from ESPN's Bob Knight to Jim Boeheim of Syracuse to Villanova's Jay Wright -- want to expand the NCAA Tournament field. Is this a good idea?
Khloe Kardashian
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
Tyra Banks
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
What is a Redshirt?
A redshirt is a player who sits out an entire season of his or her sport in order to preserve a year's worth of eligibility.
A redshirt is a player who sits out an entire season of his or her sport in order to preserve a year's worth of eligibility.
What is a double-double?
A "double-double" is a statistical achievement in basketball -- reaching ten or more in more than one category.
A "double-double" is a statistical achievement in basketball -- reaching ten or more in more than one category.
UNC vs. Kansas
Cole Aldrich dunks over Tyler Hansbrough
Cole Aldrich dunks over Tyler Hansbrough
LSU Dance Team
A member of LSU's dance team performs during the Tigers' second-round loss to UNC.
A member of LSU's dance team performs during the Tigers' second-round loss to UNC.
Nate Robinson's Short Game
We've all been there. The shortest guy on the court. Or at least too short to snatch rebounds from the sequoias vacuuming up all the boards. But hoops isn't really just a game of the immense. At 5' 9", Nate Robinson has the game to dictate play, night in and night out. And he's won two slam dunk contests, including jumping over 6' 10" Dwight Howard as "KryptoNate" in 2009. In the tradition of Spud Webb and Muggsy Bogues, Nate's proof that there are advantages to being short on the court.
We've all been there. The shortest guy on the court. Or at least too short to snatch rebounds from the sequoias vacuuming up all the boards. But hoops isn't really just a game of the immense. At 5' 9", Nate Robinson has the game to dictate play, night in and night out. And he's won two slam dunk contests, including jumping over 6' 10" Dwight Howard as "KryptoNate" in 2009. In the tradition of Spud Webb and Muggsy Bogues, Nate's proof that there are advantages to being short on the court.
Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant at the 1996 McDonald's All American Game
Kobe Bryant at the 1996 McDonald's All American Game
McDonald's All Americans
The annual McDonald's All American game, a showcase for the top high school players in the country and the venue that first exposed most basketball fans to players like Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, Michael Beasley and Derrick Rose.
The annual McDonald's All American game, a showcase for the top high school players in the country and the venue that first exposed most basketball fans to players like Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal, Michael Beasley and Derrick Rose.
UCLA Cheerleader
A UCLA supporting her Bruins as they faced Villanova in the second round of the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
A UCLA supporting her Bruins as they faced Villanova in the second round of the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
2009 NCAA Bracket Predictions
Your guide's predictions for the 2009 NCAA Tournament bracket, from the play-in game to the Final Four at Ford Field.
Your guide's predictions for the 2009 NCAA Tournament bracket, from the play-in game to the Final Four at Ford Field.
Renardo Sidney
Profile of McDonald's All-American Renardo Sidney
Profile of McDonald's All-American Renardo Sidney
Jim Valvano
About Jim Valvano, basketball coach, broadcaster and philanthropist whose "V Foundation" has raised more than $70 million for cancer research since his death in 1993.
About Jim Valvano, basketball coach, broadcaster and philanthropist whose "V Foundation" has raised more than $70 million for cancer research since his death in 1993.
What is a One and Done?
The NBA's rule prohibiting high school seniors from entering the draft -- a la Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett and LeBron James -- has given rise to a new class of college player: the "one and done."
The NBA's rule prohibiting high school seniors from entering the draft -- a la Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett and LeBron James -- has given rise to a new class of college player: the "one and done."
Final Four Ticket Info
Information on applying for tickets to the 2009 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
Information on applying for tickets to the 2009 NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four and all regional game locations.
Helms Champions
Before the National Invitation Tournament and NCAA Tournament were created, the Helms Athletic Association named college basketball's closed thing to a national champion.
Before the National Invitation Tournament and NCAA Tournament were created, the Helms Athletic Association named college basketball's closed thing to a national champion.
NBA Fantasy Cheat Sheets
The players you want in your fantasy NBA league - overall cheat sheets and position-by-position rankings for the top fantasy options in the NBA
The players you want in your fantasy NBA league - overall cheat sheets and position-by-position rankings for the top fantasy options in the NBA
Shaquille O'Neal at LSU
Here's LSU's Shaquille O'Neal -- before the NBA, before the rap records, before the movies -- and about 100 pounds ago, dunking on Southeastern Louisiana back in 1991. The profile might be a bit thinner, but it will still resonate with NBA fans.
Here's LSU's Shaquille O'Neal -- before the NBA, before the rap records, before the movies -- and about 100 pounds ago, dunking on Southeastern Louisiana back in 1991. The profile might be a bit thinner, but it will still resonate with NBA fans.
What is a Walk-On?
"Walk On" is a term generally used to refer to a non-scholarship player.
"Walk On" is a term generally used to refer to a non-scholarship player.
Miladin Kovacevic
Binghamton University basketball player Miladin Kovacevic beat classmate Bryan Steinhauer into a coma during a bar brawl, then jumped bail and escaped to his native Serbia with the help of an embassy official. Tracking the latest developments in the case, and the United States' diplomatic efforts to bring him to justice.
Binghamton University basketball player Miladin Kovacevic beat classmate Bryan Steinhauer into a coma during a bar brawl, then jumped bail and escaped to his native Serbia with the help of an embassy official. Tracking the latest developments in the case, and the United States' diplomatic efforts to bring him to justice.
Bill Self
Bill Self Profile - Career history, accomplishments and profile of Bill Self, coach of the 2008 NCAA men's basketball champion Kansas Jayhawks
Bill Self Profile - Career history, accomplishments and profile of Bill Self, coach of the 2008 NCAA men's basketball champion Kansas Jayhawks
TSN's 50 Greatest Coaches
UCLA's John Wooden -- a ten-time national champion and hall-of-famer twice over -- was named the greatest coach in history by The Sporting News. The Wizard of Westwood is just one of the college basketball luminaries to be so honored by TSN.
UCLA's John Wooden -- a ten-time national champion and hall-of-famer twice over -- was named the greatest coach in history by The Sporting News. The Wizard of Westwood is just one of the college basketball luminaries to be so honored by TSN.
Temple Fans
The concerned faces of Temple's fans tell the story... Michigan State beat the Owls in the first round of the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
The concerned faces of Temple's fans tell the story... Michigan State beat the Owls in the first round of the 2009 NCAA Tournament.
Wisconsin's Mascot and Cheerleaders
The Wisconsin Badger atop a cheerleading formation at the NCAA Tournament
The Wisconsin Badger atop a cheerleading formation at the NCAA Tournament
Run a NCAA Tournament Pool
NCAA Tournament Pools - How to run your own NCAA Tournament pool
NCAA Tournament Pools - How to run your own NCAA Tournament pool
Syracuse University
Syracuse's Otto the Orange -- one of the better-known mascots in the country. He didn't get a swelled head from his appearances in SportsCenter commercials -- he's always looked like that.
Syracuse's Otto the Orange -- one of the better-known mascots in the country. He didn't get a swelled head from his appearances in SportsCenter commercials -- he's always looked like that.
University of California, Berkeley
Cal's Bear
Cal's Bear
Jim Calhoun
Jim Calhoun Profile - Career history, notable accomplishments and news on Jim Calhoun, head coach of the University of Connecticut Huskies
Jim Calhoun Profile - Career history, notable accomplishments and news on Jim Calhoun, head coach of the University of Connecticut Huskies
Rick Pitino
About Rick Pitino, head coach of the University of Louisville Cardinals
About Rick Pitino, head coach of the University of Louisville Cardinals
Rucker Park
Profile of New York's Holcombe Rucker Basketball Courts -- also known as Rucker Park -- a playground that has hosted most of basketball's biggest names of the last 40 years including Wilt Chamberlain, Julius Erving, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant.
Profile of New York's Holcombe Rucker Basketball Courts -- also known as Rucker Park -- a playground that has hosted most of basketball's biggest names of the last 40 years including Wilt Chamberlain, Julius Erving, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant.
Center Cheat Sheet
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 centers for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 centers for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
The Laker Girls pose with the Larry O'Brien Trophy
The Laker Girls pose with the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
The Laker Girls pose with the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
David Stern and Jeanie Buss
David Stern and Jeanie Buss
David Stern and Jeanie Buss
NBA Injury Updates
Quick updates on the NBA's walking wounded -- what's wrong, how it happened, and when we can expect them back.
Quick updates on the NBA's walking wounded -- what's wrong, how it happened, and when we can expect them back.
Point Shaving
Point Shaving is the (highly illegal) act of purposefully holding down the score of a sporting event, in order to impact who will win bets against a point spread.
Point Shaving is the (highly illegal) act of purposefully holding down the score of a sporting event, in order to impact who will win bets against a point spread.
Jimmy V Classic
The Jimmy V Classic is an annual doubleheader that traditionally features two of the better matchups of the non-conference schedule. It also serves to raise millions for cancer research, via the V Foundation.
The Jimmy V Classic is an annual doubleheader that traditionally features two of the better matchups of the non-conference schedule. It also serves to raise millions for cancer research, via the V Foundation.
Michigan State Cheerleader
Michigan State's cheerleaders look on as the Spartans defeat USC in the 2009 NCAA Tournament
Michigan State's cheerleaders look on as the Spartans defeat USC in the 2009 NCAA Tournament
How to Dunk
Every basketball player -- from the most casual weekend warrior on up -- wants to be able to dunk. For most of us, it's a pipe dream, right up there with winning Mega Millions. You can't do much to improve your lottery odds, but you can improve your vertical leap with these simple exercises and drills.
Every basketball player -- from the most casual weekend warrior on up -- wants to be able to dunk. For most of us, it's a pipe dream, right up there with winning Mega Millions. You can't do much to improve your lottery odds, but you can improve your vertical leap with these simple exercises and drills.
Signing Dates
Information on the formal "early" and "regular" signing periods, when recruits can officially commit to schools by signing a National Letter of Intent (NLI).
Information on the formal "early" and "regular" signing periods, when recruits can officially commit to schools by signing a National Letter of Intent (NLI).
Willie Warren
Willie Warren, freshman guard for the Oklahoma Sooners, has already developed a reputation as one of the game's best talkers. Unfortunately for the rest of Division I, Warren has the game to back it up.
Willie Warren, freshman guard for the Oklahoma Sooners, has already developed a reputation as one of the game's best talkers. Unfortunately for the rest of Division I, Warren has the game to back it up.
Small Forward Cheat Sheet
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 small forwards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 small forwards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Shooting Guard Cheat Sheet
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 shooting guards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 shooting guards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Three Pointers: Reggie Miller
Reggie Miller shoots over Detroit's Chauncey Billups during the Game Six of the 2005 Eastern Conference Semis.
Reggie Miller shoots over Detroit's Chauncey Billups during the Game Six of the 2005 Eastern Conference Semis.
Pau Gasol
Pau Gasol
Pau Gasol
Phil Jackson and Jeanie Buss
Phil Jackson and Jeanie Buss
Phil Jackson and Jeanie Buss
Devin Harris at Wisconsin
Devin Harris, then of the Wisconsin Badgers, blows past a Richmond Spider defender during the first round of the 2004 NCAA Tournament.
Devin Harris, then of the Wisconsin Badgers, blows past a Richmond Spider defender during the first round of the 2004 NCAA Tournament.
Run a Fantasy Hoops League
So what if ESPN and Yahoo don't offer fantasy games for college hoops? You can run your own league. All you need is a little spreadsheet know-how and a lot of free time.
So what if ESPN and Yahoo don't offer fantasy games for college hoops? You can run your own league. All you need is a little spreadsheet know-how and a lot of free time.
NBA Team Schedules
Complete schedules for all 30 NBA Teams for the 2009-10 Season
Complete schedules for all 30 NBA Teams for the 2009-10 Season
Eva Longoria Parker
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
A look at some of the most famous wives and girlfriends of NBA players, including Eva Longoria Parker, Adriana Lima and Tyra Banks
2010 NCAA Odds
Preseason Odds to win the 2010 NCAA Tournament, as established by BetOnline.com
Preseason Odds to win the 2010 NCAA Tournament, as established by BetOnline.com
Heels Fan Cheers a Toe
Carolina fans always cheer for "Heels" -- this one is rooting for a toe. Specifically, the injured toe of star point guard Ty Lawson.
Carolina fans always cheer for "Heels" -- this one is rooting for a toe. Specifically, the injured toe of star point guard Ty Lawson.
What is an Official Visit?
An official visit is a formal visit by a potential recruit to a college or university. Student-athletes are limited to five official visits.
An official visit is a formal visit by a potential recruit to a college or university. Student-athletes are limited to five official visits.
What is FIBA?
FIBA is the federation that governs international basketball competition -- from the Olympics on down.
FIBA is the federation that governs international basketball competition -- from the Olympics on down.
What is a Hoya?
From "Hoya Saxa," a Greek/Latin phrase used as a cheer for 19th-century baseball teams
From "Hoya Saxa," a Greek/Latin phrase used as a cheer for 19th-century baseball teams
What is a Bruin?
"Bruin" is an archaic term for a brown bear -- or any bear, really.
"Bruin" is an archaic term for a brown bear -- or any bear, really.