Basketball: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
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.
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).
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Brandon Jennings
About Brandon Jennings, point guard recruit for the Arizona Wildcats who will reportedly skip college to play in Europe and prepare for the 2009 NBA Draft
About Brandon Jennings, point guard recruit for the Arizona Wildcats who will reportedly skip college to play in Europe and prepare for the 2009 NBA Draft
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Winningest Coaches
The Top 20 Winningest Active NCAA Head Coaches
The Top 20 Winningest Active NCAA Head Coaches
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.
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.
Power Forward Cheat Sheet
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 power forwards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
Fantasy basketball cheat sheet - ranking the top 25 power forwards for standard format fantasy NBA leagues.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
University of Kansas
Kansas Jayhawk Mascot
Kansas Jayhawk Mascot
NBA Preview 2009-10
Looking ahead to the 2009-10 NBA season, with updates, previews and fantasy basketball notes on all 30 teams.
Looking ahead to the 2009-10 NBA season, with updates, previews and fantasy basketball notes on all 30 teams.
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.
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
Dead Period
A Dead Period, as the name implies, is a date range on the official NCAA recruiting calendar in which little-to-no recruiting activity is permitted.
A Dead Period, as the name implies, is a date range on the official NCAA recruiting calendar in which little-to-no recruiting activity is permitted.
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?
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.
About.com Top 25
The About.com Basketball Top 25 -- the top 25 teams in college basketball, as ranked by Charlie Zegers, About.com basketball guide.
The About.com Basketball Top 25 -- the top 25 teams in college basketball, as ranked by Charlie Zegers, About.com basketball guide.
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.
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
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.
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.
What is Midnight Madness?
"Midnight Madness" refers to a massive pep rally that many schools hold on the first day of basketball practice in mid-October.
"Midnight Madness" refers to a massive pep rally that many schools hold on the first day of basketball practice in mid-October.
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.
Maria Sharapova
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
University of Miami
Miami Hurricanes Mascot Sebastian the Ibis
Miami Hurricanes Mascot Sebastian the Ibis
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
Jack Nicholson and Jerry West
Jack Nicholson and Jerry West
Jack Nicholson and Jerry West
University of Arizona
Arizona's Wildcat
Arizona's Wildcat
Percentage Stats
Understanding Percentage Stats Putting together a winning fantasy basketball team is a lot easier if you understand how the statistics are compiled. For most statistical categories - points, rebounds, blocks, steals - that's simple: add 'em up. But for the percentage stats - most commonly field goal percentage and free throw percentage - it's not that easy.
Understanding Percentage Stats Putting together a winning fantasy basketball team is a lot easier if you understand how the statistics are compiled. For most statistical categories - points, rebounds, blocks, steals - that's simple: add 'em up. But for the percentage stats - most commonly field goal percentage and free throw percentage - it's not that easy.
Pau Gasol
Pau Gasol
Pau Gasol
Kansas State University
Kansas State Wildcats
Kansas State Wildcats
Championship Game
Derrick Rose leaves the court
Derrick Rose leaves the court
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.
UNC vs. Kansas
Cole Aldrich dunks over Tyler Hansbrough
Cole Aldrich dunks over Tyler Hansbrough
Paul Pierce at Kansas
A baby-faced Paul Pierce and the Kansas Jayhawks beat UCLA at Pauley Pavillion in December of '96.
A baby-faced Paul Pierce and the Kansas Jayhawks beat UCLA at Pauley Pavillion in December of '96.
University of Texas
Texas coach Rick Barnes and Longhorns mascot Bevo
Texas coach Rick Barnes and Longhorns mascot Bevo
Hall of Fame 2009
Legendary North Carolina and Chicago Bulls star Michael Jordan tops an impressive list.
Legendary North Carolina and Chicago Bulls star Michael Jordan tops an impressive list.
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.
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.
Kansas Jayhawks
Kansas Jayhawks - Background information and quick facts on University of Kansas Men's Basketball
Kansas Jayhawks - Background information and quick facts on University of Kansas Men's Basketball
Career Steal Leaders
The most prolific thieves in NCAA Division I hoops history.
The most prolific thieves in NCAA Division I hoops history.
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
2009-10 Grizzlies
A look at the Memphis Grizzlies as they prepare for the 2009-10 season.
A look at the Memphis Grizzlies as they prepare for the 2009-10 season.
Boston Celtics Team Profile
Profile of the NBA's Boston Celtics -- Boston Celtics players, coaches, and team history.
Profile of the NBA's Boston Celtics -- Boston Celtics players, coaches, and team history.
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.
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.
Demar DeRozan
Profile of Demar DeRozan, the electric shooting guard from Compton, California who will step in to O.J. Mayo's place as shooting guard for the USC Trojans this fall.
Profile of Demar DeRozan, the electric shooting guard from Compton, California who will step in to O.J. Mayo's place as shooting guard for the USC Trojans this fall.
University of Oregon
Oregon's Donald Duck
Oregon's Donald Duck
September 24, 2008
Kansas Jayhawks Championship Ring
Kansas Jayhawks Championship Ring
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
October 8, 2008
Felipe Lopez and Allen Iverson
Felipe Lopez and Allen Iverson
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.
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.
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.
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
University of Maryland
Maryland's Terrapin
Maryland's Terrapin
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.
Louisville Cheerleaders
Louisville's cheerleaders perform during the Cardinals' first-round win over Morehead State.
Louisville's cheerleaders perform during the Cardinals' first-round win over Morehead State.
The NBA in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas mayor Oscar Goodman wants an NBA team on "The Strip." Will it happen? Should it happen?
Las Vegas mayor Oscar Goodman wants an NBA team on "The Strip." Will it happen? Should it happen?
Phil Jackson and Jeanie Buss
Phil Jackson and Jeanie Buss
Phil Jackson and Jeanie Buss
Kobe Bryant and Lamar Odom
Kobe Bryant and Lamar Odom
Kobe Bryant and Lamar Odom
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
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
2009-10 Lakers
A look at the defending NBA champs as they prepare for the 2009-10 season.
A look at the defending NBA champs as they prepare for the 2009-10 season.
Sports Nutrition at Kansas
How proper nutrition helps Jayhawk athletes perform at peak levels.
How proper nutrition helps Jayhawk athletes perform at peak levels.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Virginia Tech's "Hokie Bird"
Virginia Tech's "Hokie Bird"
Brandon Jennings to Europe
Brandon Jennings -- an elite point guard recruit for the University of Arizona -- became the first American high school athlete to forgo college sign a professional contract with a European team.
Brandon Jennings -- an elite point guard recruit for the University of Arizona -- became the first American high school athlete to forgo college sign a professional contract with a European team.
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.
Vanessa Williams
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
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
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.
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.
Baylor University
Baylor's Bear
Baylor's Bear
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.
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.
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.
David Stern and Jeanie Buss
David Stern and Jeanie Buss
David Stern and Jeanie Buss
University of Nebraska
Nebraska's Cornhusker
Nebraska's Cornhusker
Lance Stephenson
Profile of Lance "Born Ready" Stephenson, shooting guard for the Lincoln High Railsplitters and the most-hyped prospect in the class of 2009.
Profile of Lance "Born Ready" Stephenson, shooting guard for the Lincoln High Railsplitters and the most-hyped prospect in the class of 2009.
Kobe Bryant and David Stern
Kobe Bryant and David Stern
Kobe Bryant and David Stern
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2009 NBA All Stars
North Carolina, Duke, UCLA, Kentucky and Kansas are the traditional "big five" programs in college basketball. But those five schools combined to produce just one 2009 NBA All Star -- ex-Jayhawk Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics.
North Carolina, Duke, UCLA, Kentucky and Kansas are the traditional "big five" programs in college basketball. But those five schools combined to produce just one 2009 NBA All Star -- ex-Jayhawk Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics.
What is a Medical Redshirt?
A college player who misses a year or more due to injury can apply to have his or her scholarship extended. This is called a "medical redshirt," which makes more sense once you know the background.
A college player who misses a year or more due to injury can apply to have his or her scholarship extended. This is called a "medical redshirt," which makes more sense once you know the background.
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.
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.
North Carolina State University
NC State's "Mr. Wulf"
NC State's "Mr. Wulf"
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.
Chauncey Billups at Colorado
That Chauncey Billups adapted quickly after joining the Denver Nuggets isn't a surprise -- he starred in college at the University of Colorado. (Wonder if we could get him to bring back the zig-zag hair part?)
That Chauncey Billups adapted quickly after joining the Denver Nuggets isn't a surprise -- he starred in college at the University of Colorado. (Wonder if we could get him to bring back the zig-zag hair part?)
Isiah Thomas
Isiah Thomas Profile - Florida International made a big splash with the controversial hire of Isiah Thomas -- one of the greatest players in the history of the Indiana Hoosiers and Detroit Pistons -- and one of the worst executives in the history of the NBA.
Isiah Thomas Profile - Florida International made a big splash with the controversial hire of Isiah Thomas -- one of the greatest players in the history of the Indiana Hoosiers and Detroit Pistons -- and one of the worst executives in the history of the NBA.
Renardo Sidney
Profile of McDonald's All-American Renardo Sidney
Profile of McDonald's All-American Renardo Sidney
2008 2k Sports Classic
The 2008 '2k Sports Classic benefiting Coaches vs. Cancer' features some of college basketball's most storied programs, including UCLA, Duke and Michigan.
The 2008 '2k Sports Classic benefiting Coaches vs. Cancer' features some of college basketball's most storied programs, including UCLA, Duke and Michigan.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State Cowboys
Oklahoma State Cowboys
2008 in Review
Mario Chalmers' three to force overtime. Stephen Curry's gorgeous jump shot. The Tar Heels' dominance. Indiana's implosion. Here's a look at the bests and worsts of 2008.
Mario Chalmers' three to force overtime. Stephen Curry's gorgeous jump shot. The Tar Heels' dominance. Indiana's implosion. Here's a look at the bests and worsts of 2008.
2009 NIT
The 32 teams invited to the 2009 National Invitation Tournament
The 32 teams invited to the 2009 National Invitation 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.
Chris Paul at Wake Forest
Chris Paul and the Demon Deacon faithful celebrate a win over Duke in February, 2005.
Chris Paul and the Demon Deacon faithful celebrate a win over Duke in February, 2005.
Memorandum of Understanding
A memorandum of understanding is a formal agreement between two or more parties, but not quite as binding as a contract.
A memorandum of understanding is a formal agreement between two or more parties, but not quite as binding as a contract.
Clemson University
Clemson's Tiger
Clemson's Tiger
2008 NIT Season Tip-Off
The tournament formerly known as the Preseason NIT features Purdue, Oklahoma, Arizona and Boston College.
The tournament formerly known as the Preseason NIT features Purdue, Oklahoma, Arizona and Boston College.
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.
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."
Stephen Curry's Shoe Speaks
"I can do all things." - Stephen Curry's shoe
"I can do all things." - Stephen Curry's shoe
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.
NBA Draft 2009 - Stephen Curry
Davidson's Stephen Curry: Breakout star of the 2008 NCAA Tournament
Davidson's Stephen Curry: Breakout star of the 2008 NCAA Tournament
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.
Duke University
Duke's Blue Devil
Duke's Blue Devil
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.
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.
2009-10 Celtics
A look at the Boston Celtics as they prepare for the 2009-10 season.
A look at the Boston Celtics as they prepare for the 2009-10 season.
Ed O'Bannon vs. the NCAA
The NCAA and its member institutions continue to trade on player likenesses long after those players have left school. Ex-UCLA basketball star Ed O'Bannon wants to put a stop to that, and he's launching a lawsuit.
The NCAA and its member institutions continue to trade on player likenesses long after those players have left school. Ex-UCLA basketball star Ed O'Bannon wants to put a stop to that, and he's launching a lawsuit.