mardi 30 septembre 2014

Close To An Offer

This San Antonio area guard is up to six offers and more could be on the way. Texas State has a close eye on him and an offer could be in the cards. BobcatIllustrated has the latest.


Hearns Set to Visit Ragin' Cajuns

One of the nation’s top junior college forwards recently received an offer from the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns. Go inside the Cajun Redzone for more on this recruit!


Evans Must Pick "Wun"

Decision time has come for Scout five-star PG Jawun Evans. Get a preview of Evans' decision here.


Evans Must Pick "Wun"

Decision time has come for Scout five-star PG Jawun Evans. Get a preview of Evans' decision here.


HOOPS: How Robert Franks fits into WSU future

HOW WILL ROBERT FRANKS (6-8, 220) out of Vancouver, Wash. fit in the future of Washington State and Pacific-12 basketball? A veteran Portland high school coach, who lives in Vancouver and has sons that played with Franks growing up, believes the Cougars spent wisely on this scholarship offer.


Schools check in on Walker

College coaches continue to make their way to Arsenal Tech to check in on C.J. Walker.


2017 Intro: Daniel Mading

The name Daniel Mading didn't mean much to Stateside observers prior to 2014, given that the Class of 2017 product lived in Perth, Australia.


BGN Video: Huggins previews 2014-15 WVU team

After earning a bid to the NIT a year ago, veteran head coach Bob Huggins is getting ready to start his eighth season as West Virginia's head basketball coach.


The BIG Baylor Basketball Preview Pt 1

Basketball season is just right around the corner. A few more days and practice starts with the season fully starting on November 14th. Can the Bears make it back-to-back NCAA tournament trips for the first time in its history?


Notebook: Spartan Uprising

In our weekly Notebook feature, the Scout.com national team explores creative and broad topics from the grassroots hoops realm.


CoachSpeak: Thandi Wade on Joseph Strugg

Thandi Wade, who coached MSU commit Joseph Strugg on the AAU Jackson Tigers team this past summer, talks about the type player that Strugg is both offensively and defensively.


Highlights: Jaylen Hands

SEP. 30 -- Check out clips of recently offered 2017 guard Jaylen Hands...


Pangos All-West Frosh/Soph Camp Recap

Who were the top prospects at the Pangos All-West Frosh/Soph Camp? There's a long list of players who helped their stock this weekend.


The Forrest through the trees

Albeit a stalwart member of the Alabama Challenge this past year on the EYBL circuit, junior shooting guard Trent Forrest nevertheless has received suboptimal exposure.


Isaac holds three offers

Jonathan Isaac has a trio of scholarship offers in hand, but before he's finished he's likely to take possession of many more.


Franks gives Cougars skilled player

What kind of player is Washington State landing in Robert Franks? Scout.com breaks down the 2015 prospect's game.


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 30

Everything you need to know about the New Orleans Pelicans.


VIDEO: DeJon Jarreau updates recruitment

After a big summer landed him on the national scene, DeJon Jarreau is working on a follow-up. The 2016 prospect from McDonogh 35 (La.) shared the latest on his recruitment and what his priorities are in making a decision.


Albers Angle: Basketball recruiting tidbits

Indiana hosted an official visitor last weekend and will check in on some 2016 kids soon. Get updated here.


Meet Javonte Smart, La's next, next big thing

He's only a freshman, but Scotlandville's Javonte Smart proved this weekend at the 2014 Combine in the Capital that he's ready to play with the big boys ... and occasionally beat them.


Alston selects Owls

After a recruitment that boiled down to Temple, VCU, Penn State, Notre Dame, Penn, Marquette and others, Levan Alston announced on Tuesday morning in favor of the Owls.


GoPokes TV: Basketball Recruiting Heats Up

One of the nation's top high school point guards is announcing where he will play on Wednesday, and Oklahoma State is one of his four finalists. Also, two of the Cowboys other top targets will be deciding soon. Terry Tush and Anna-Marie Ahrberg visit about Oklahoma State basketball recruiting and break it down in this GoPokes TV exclusive.


Tucker puts Syracuse in top group after offer

Sophomore wing Jordan Tucker has had the eye of Syracuse assistant Gerry McNamara for some time. On Monday, he was finally offered by the Orange.


Highlights: De'Ron Davis

SEP. 29 -- De'Ron Davis is one of the nation's most skilled centers. Here are highlights of the 2016 prospect in action from the summer...


17 Former Blue Devils Ready For NBA Season

Duke will have 17 players scatted amongst the various NBA rosters when the season begins next month.


lundi 29 septembre 2014

GVN EXCLUSIVE: Sneak Peek at Idaho Arena Plan

GoVandals.net was recently granted an exclusive interview with University of Idaho Athletics Director Rob Spear. Among the topics discussed was the current status of Idaho’s planned new arena. Dr. Spear spoke at length about the plans and shared renderings of the most current proposal, giving Idaho fans a glimpse into the plan that “has legs” and is gaining momentum.


#ImACalFanBecause Takes Off

Monday night, Cal fans took to twitter to explain just why they're the Golden Bear faithful, including NFLers and a commit. Take a gander at some of the best tweets inside.


VERBAL: Kent and WSU land in-state forward

FOR THE LAST two years, WSU assistant coach Curtis Allen had been recruiting in-state forward Robert Franks. The Vancouver product was patiently waiting for his crimson offer to come through. And on Monday night, Allen put the offer on the table and the stretch-four prospect wasted no time in letting him know he wanted to join the Cougar family.


Franks gives Cougars skilled center

What kind of player is Washington State landing in Robert Franks? Scout.com breaks down the 2015 center's game.


Highlights: Robert Franks

Washington State landed a skilled center in Robert Franks. Here are highlights of Franks at the adidas Gauntlet.


Roy Williams Visits Dennis Smith

For a few hours on Monday, it was safe to call Fayetteville, N.C. the college basketball capital of the world.


Newman to Visit Ole Miss

Five-star guard Malik Newman, who Scout.com ranks as the No. 10 overall prospect in the country, will visit Ole Miss unofficially on Saturday. Courtney Cronin of the Clarion-Ledger broke the news of Newman's visit, and she discusses what it all means with Ben Garrett in the Ole Miss Spirit Podcast.


Analysis: WVU Basketball 2014-15 Schedule

West Virginia’s 2014-15 basketball schedule is about 98% complete, with only a couple of game times remaining to be decided. With all the dates set, how does this year’s slate lay out for a Mountaineer team fighting to regain conference and national respect?


Thybulle Talks UW Commitment

Matisse Thybulle, a 6-foot-6 small forward from Eastside Catholic High School in Sammamish, Wash. made his verbal commitment to Washington public Monday evening via Twitter, adding his name to an already star-studded 2015 recruiting class for the purple and gold.


Syracuse has strong visit with 5-star Battle

Junior 6-foot-6 five-star wing Tyus Battle has had several elite programs stop by his school recently, with the Syracuse Orange being the latest. Details on the visit, his interest in Syracuse and future plans inside.


Jackson commits to UNLV

Highly touted forward Justin Jackson commits to UNLV.


Commitment Impact: Matisse Thybulle

The Washington Huskies added another huge piece to its 2015 recruiting puzzle Monday with the commitment of Eastside Catholic wing Matisse Thybulle. His commitment marks him as the third local prospect to commit to the Huskies for next year, and fourth four-star talent overall in a class many regard as one of the top-5 recruiting classes in the country.


Thybulle gives UW versatile wing

Matisse Thybulle is a big commitment for Washington. Scout.com breaks down his game.


Azubuike stock remains sky high

It's never surprising when a blue-chip center entertains a host of national programs, and thus so far Udoka Azubuike's recruitment has proceeded exactly how one would expect.


Stone's roll rapidly uphill

The Keith Stone recruiting mystery revolves less around his desired destination and more toward whether he'll be able to attend his preferred school.


Thybulle makes college choice

Washington native Matisse Thybulle offered up a verbal pledge to the state schools on Monday.


Alston to announce on Tuesday

Levan Alston is ready to make his college choice. He will announce his decision on Tuesday, per his AAU coach -- Rob Brown.


GALLERY: Blue Devils' NBA Offseason

Photos of former Blue Devils have participated in their various NBA offseason media events.


10 Best True Freshmen

Which players have lit up the NCAA in their rookie campaigns?


Brandon Sampson on Cal: "It's an 'A'"

Brandon Sampson talks beaches, weather, Cal fans and dunk contests as he breaks down his official visit to Berkeley, and compares it with hometown LSU.


Daily NBA Cheat Sheet: September 29

Everything you need to know about the Denver Nuggets.


Simmons enjoys visit

Kobi Simmons had a good weekend unofficial visit, and he looks forward to make another trip in the near future.


Time and TV schedule set for WVU hoops

West Virginia University and the Big 12 Conference announced the game times and television schedule for the 2014-15 men's basketball season.


The Best True Freshmen

Which players have lit up the NCAA in their rookie campaigns?


Highlights: Brandon McCoy

No player at the Pangos All Frosh/Soph Camp boosted their stock as much as Brandon McCoy. Here are highlights of the 2017 prospect in action.


Highlights: Jaylen Hands

Already an elite prospect heading into the Pangos All Frosh/Soph Camp, 2017 point guard Jaylen Hands only boosted his stock this weekend. Here are highlights of Hands at the event.


Commitment Tracker: Center

Keep track of all the latest University of South Carolina scholarship offers with Scout.


Johnson starting to add interest

Corey Johnson, a 6-foot-5 wing out of Canada, is starting to garner college interest.


Poyser talks visits, timeline

Jalen Poyser is beginning to set and take some college visits.


Five-star PG ready to announce

Jawun Evans, of Dallas (Tex.) Kimball, is ready to announce his college decision. The quick and elusive lead guard will make his choice public on Wednesday.


Reviewing the Big East's Top Returnees

The Big East lost a lot of talent after a strong first season that ended with a whimper in the NCAA Tournament. Doug McDermott, Bryce Cotton, Markel Starks, Semaj Christon, Brandon Young, Khyle Marshall, Davante Gardner, James Bell, Kadeem Batts, JaKarr Sampson, Jamil Wilson and Fuquan Edwin are all gone.


dimanche 28 septembre 2014

WATCH: Canada Highlights of Stanford Robinson

Indiana completed its foreign trip to Canada in August. Watch highlights of Stanford Robinson here.


WATCH: Canada Highlights of Troy Williams

Indiana took its team trip to Canada in August. Watch highlights of Troy Williams from that trip.


Official Visit Recap: Shake Milton

2015 guard Shake Milton took his official visit to Indiana this weekend. Read how it went and what's next here.


PHOTOS: Hoops Recruits

RALEIGH, N.C. -- Here are some shots of NC State basketball recruits Brandon Ingram, Edrice Adebayo, and Harry Giles from the Wolfpack's football game against Florida State.


Two-team race for Efianayi?

For weeks now Daytona (Fla.) State wing Tanksley “Tank” Efianayi has reportedly narrowed down his choices to St. John’s which he visited two weekends ago, and Arizona State which he visited this past weekend. With those two official visits now behind him where does Efianayi stand in his recruiting process and what is his timetable? Devils Digest caught up with the ASU prospect after his Tempe trip


Trip Report - Matisse Thybulle

Washington Hoops hosted four prospects on official visits this past weekend, and one of the uncommitted prospects was a local one; 6-foot-6 small forward Matisse Thybulle from Eastside Catholic in Sammamish. Thybulle arrived at Montlake Friday afternoon, and Andrew Andrews was his player-host.


DePaul Adds Two Walk-ons

The Blue Demons recently added two walk-on players to their squad for the coming 2014-15 men’s basketball season.


McCabe Reconnects with Wisconsin

One of the top players in the state in the Class of 2018, Kaukauna point guard Jordan McCabe, who took an unofficial visit to Wisconsin Saturday, has already built a solid relationship with Wisconsin's three assistant coaches.


Grimes goes with Fresno State

Nate Grimes, a 6-foot-7 forward out of Winston Salem (N.C.) Quality Education, made his college choice on Sunday.


Arkansas Set To Check Out Reyes

Arkansas will head down to Georgia on Tuesday to see LaGrange, Ga., Sound Doctrine center Johncarlos Reyes (6-10, 225), who has gotten a wave of attention after a strong AAU season with Game Elite.


CITC Updates: Day Two

The 2014 Combine in the Capital comes to a close on Sunday with the Classes of 2015 and 2016 competing. TSD publisher Ben Love will be in attendance, providing the latest updates and observations from Team Sportsplex.


Nash Checks Out Wisconsin

Making his first visit to the University of Wisconsin, Chicago Whitney Young Magnet junior shooting guard Skyler Nash likes how strong is relationship is becoming with the Badgers' assistant coaches.


samedi 27 septembre 2014

Video: Frank Vogel says Pacers will surprise

Despite losing Paul George to a broken leg and Lance Stephenson to free agency, the Pacers' coach is confident his team will surpass what many expect this NBA season.


Clemson adds top 100 PG

Ty Hudson committed to Brad Brownell and Clemson on Saturday giving the Tigers their first pledge of the class.


NTF Workout: Day One

SARASOTA, Fla. — The Nike Team Florida Workout has been a coverage mainstay for nearly a decade, and over the years some players I've observed for the first time here have included Joel Embiid, Kasey Hill, Kenny Kadji and Okaro White. Today, it was Jonathan Isaac (pictured above) who struck the greatest impression.


Q +A : with transfer PG Matt Carlino

Marquette benefitted from the 'Russell Wilson' rule when Trent Lockett transferred from Arizona State for his '12-13 Senior season. Lockett did not have to sit out and added a graduate degree from Marquette. This year, another transfer with Arizona ties will be able to play right away as PG Matt Carlino will be eligible to play in '14-15 for new Coach Steve Wojciechowski. MU needed some scoring


LSU commit Cedric Russell talks recruiting

A week removed from his verbal commitment to LSU basketball, 2017 Peabody guard Cedric Russell relives the decision with TSD and shares which school is and will always be his "dream school."


Highlights: De'Ron Davis

De'Ron Davis is one of the nation's most skilled centers. Here are highlights of the 2016 prospect at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Deyonta Davis

Michigan State will sign one of the nation's top four men in Deyonta Davis. Here are highlights of Davis at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


CITC Updates: Day One

The second annual Combine in the Capital tips off Saturday in Baton Rouge. TSD publisher Ben Love will drop updates and observations live from Team Sportsplex.


Pirate Prepare For Preseason Camp

GREENVILLE, N.C. — ECU starts its preseason camp October 3 in preparation of the Pirates first season in the American Athletic Conference.


Ahmad Wagner Has Bright Future

Will Ahmad Wagner make a change from being a college basketball prospect to a football one? That is a decision only he can answer but if football is the choice, he’s got an extremely bright future.


vendredi 26 septembre 2014

Roy Williams to Visit With Rabb

Ivan Rabb's seventh and final in-home visit will be with North Carolina, the Oakland (Calif.) Bishop O'Dowd's coach confirmed.


Weekend Conversation With Amile Jefferson

Duke junior power forward says this team will be different and you haven't seen all of his game yet.


UW Basketball Official Visit List

The weather in Seattle is supposed to be cool and sunny throughout Saturday and Sunday - just what the doctor ordered as Washington's Men's Basketball Team hosts four official visitors for the 2015 recruiting class this weekend. Two of them are local commits - Rainier Beach's David Crisp and Dejounte Murray - while the other two are looking hard at the Hoop Dawgs.


Chicago fire delays Milton visit

2015 guard Shake Milton plans to arrive in Bloomington on Saturday morning instead of Friday night due to a fire in Chicago that has the airports closed.


"I Play As Lebron"

Kevin Durant admits to Jimmy Fallon that he plays as King James on NBA2K15.


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 26

Everything you need to know about the Los Angeles Lakers.


Roundtable: Creeping Concern?

Each week, we ask the Scout.com hoops recruiting team to ruminate on a specific question.


Florida all over Stone

The Gators are already excited about their 2015 basketball recruiting class but they are looking to try and add another big in Keith Stone…


On Campus: September 26

This weekend some key visits take place in the world of college basketball recruiting. Here is a rundown.


MBB: Recruiting Update

With South Carolina landing its first class of 2015 commitment, the Gamecocks are off to a great start in recruiting. Head coach Frank Martin is working hard to improve the program. However, bringing top talent to Columbia doesn’t always mean looking outside of Columbia. Check out which prospects in the midlands are making moves.


Entrance for 'Gate 21' — Vol. CXXXI

The InsideTennessee staff combined to put together this 2,700-plus-word installment of "Gate 21" for its site members. From recruiting to team news, sign in or subscribe now to get educated on what's going on in Big Orange Country.


jeudi 25 septembre 2014

The Authority Report

This week's Authority Report has a one-on-one interview with Stephen Zimmerman, quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator rod Smith, recruiting updates, and more.


Highlights: Danjel Purifoy

Auburn picked up a versatile athlete in Danjel Purifoy. Here are highlights of Purifoy at NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Damon Wilson

Damon Wilson is a versatile combo guard headed to Pitt. Here are highlights of Wilson at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Admon Gilder

Admon Gilder is one of the top 2015 guards in Texas. Here are highlights of Gilder at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Schnider Herard

Schnider Herard is one of the top 2016 prospects in Texas. Here are highlights of Herard at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Rayjon Tucker

Florida Gulf Coast landed a steal in Rayjon Tucker. Here are highlights of Tucker at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Tacko Fall

Tacko Fall is one of the top centers in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Fall at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Coach Dawkins' Extension

"When news of Stanford basketball coach Johnny Dawkins' extension broke, my emotional feathers were pretty unruffled. That may be a surprise considering [what I wrote before]." Read on for more from our R.J. Abeytia.


Wagner Discusses Recent Football Interest

Ahmad Wagner built a reputation on the basketball court as a physical power forward. It attracted plenty of Division I programs. This fall, he decided to play football for fun and found out his athleticism transferred well onto the gridiron. The Iowa hoops pledge talked with HI about his emerging sport and where he stands with his Hawkeyes commitment.


Cook Back On The Market

Huntington Prep (W.Va.) center Levi Cook is back on the market after backing off his pledge to West Virginia. What does that mean for the big center, and the Mountaineer recruiting class of 2015?


HOOPS: Beavs to hold walk on tryouts

WAYNE TINKLE HAS a considerable job ahead in rebuilding the Oregon State basketball team to the point in can compete for Pac-12 championships. It would help if he could find a gem or two among a group of walk ons. As such, the men’s basketball team will hold a tryout one week from Saturday for OSU students interested in walking on for the 2014-15 season, the school said in a release.


Highlights: Eron Gordon

Eron Gordon is one of the top scorers in the Midwest in 2016. Here are highlights of Gordon at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Edrice Adebayo

Edrice Adebayo is one of the top posts in 2016. Here are highlights of the five-star center at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Chris Joaquim Talks Cal Commitment

A week and a half ago, the Cal baseball team added to its 2017 haul with two-way star Chris Joaquim, who's had quite a busy summer. Joaquim will visit Berkeley this weekend along with several other big visitors in football and basketball.


Highlights: Horace Spencer

Horace Spencer is one of the most athletic posts in the country. Here are highlights of Spencer at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Zach Watson Working Hard On His Craft

Known as one of the state's top shooters from deep, 2015 J.L. Mann shooting guard Zach Watson is working to strengthen other aspects of his game. Having worked out and camped with a number of schools the 6'4 guard filled us in on what has taken place as of late regarding his recruitment and plan to give himself the best chance to land offer number one and beyond.


Olesinski plans to wait

Currently power forward Alex Olesinski is in no hurry to make his college decision.


Dime to Get His Money's Worth on Official

Malik Dime is a 6-foot-10, 220-pound post player from Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa, Iowa, and that school should be familiar to Washington Basketball fans. It’s where the Huskies found juniot college transfer Quevyn Winters for this fall. During their pursuit of Winters saw Dime as another intriguing prospect - intriguing enough to bring in on an official visit this weekend.


Official Visit Preview: Shake Milton

2015 guard Shake Milton will be in Bloomington this weekend for his official visit. Read more about his recruitment here.


Combine back and better in year two

The second annual Combine in the Capital hits Baton Rouge this weekend. TSD's Ben Love previews the expanded, improved event, which will play host to a collection of Louisiana's top high school basketball talent.


Matt McQuaid: Evaluation

Shooters in the 2015 class are flying off the board, and Michigan State happily landed one of the country's best pure marksmen.


Five-star Antonio Blakeney resets LSU visit

Antonio Blakeney, one of the nation's top uncommitted players, will visit LSU in early November during the football team's biggest home game of the season.


2016 PF Tyler Cook Reacts to Michigan Offer

2016 St. Louis (Mo.) Chaminade four-star power forward Tyler Cook reeled in a Michigan offer Wednesday. Cook discusses the Wolverines, what it means to his recruitment, and more.


Dozier to make Louisville official visit

Scout.com four star guard PJ Dozier had an in-home visit with University of Louisville head coach Rick Pitino on Wednesday evening. Cardinal Authority has the latest...


Brandon Ingram: Evaluation

North Carolina native Brandon Ingram has made remarkable progress over the past 18 months. At one time a stringbean with unfulfilled promise, he's now a stringbean who's routinely turning in big performances.


McQuaid commits to Michigan State

Matt McQuaid, one of the top shooters in the 2015 recruiting class, ended his recruitment and committed to Michigan State.


Illini Set to Host Hoops Coaches Clinic

Headlined by John Groce, Jeff Van Gundy, and Fran Frischilla, Illinois is set to host a Coaches Clinic coming soon in mid-October. Read on for more details.


Collins Plans Early Decision

SEP. 25 -- Don't expect a long, drawn out recruiting process from 2016 post Zach Collins. The Las Vegas Bishop Gorman four-star prospect plans an early decision...


Gilder talks SMU visit, decision date

Pony Stampede Publisher Billy Embody talked with Dallas Madison 4-star SG Admon Gilder, about his visit to SMU and his decision date.


Eric Hester remains a target for Louisville

The University of Louisville's 2016 recruiting class is likely to be small but one prospect who remains a top target is Oldsmar, Fla., Christian guard Eric Hester. U of L assistant Mike Balado was in Florida to see Hester last week and Cardinal Authority has an update.


mercredi 24 septembre 2014

Gilder sets decision date

Hot News for SG Admon Gilder


Tatum Getting Visitors

Jayson Tatum is the top-ranked player in the 2016 class nationally, and he's already seeing some of the top programs in the country sending coaches his way this fall to come see him.


Paul George now has legal trouble

He's got a broken right leg, has been publicly criticized for his Ray Rice tweets and now Pacers star Paul George faces a paternity case in New York that casts him in a negative light.


Odomes commits to OU

Texas shooting guard chooses Sooners over four other offers


Five Recruits Lined Up For UNC's Late Night

"Late Night with Roy" is just over a week away, and Inside Carolina sources have thus far confirmed five hoops recruits that plan to be in attendance for the season-opening Oct. 3 event at the Smith Center.


Anunoby Getting Closer to Decision

Ogugua Anunoby is one of the better wings left on the board in the 2015 recruiting class. The Missouri product is sorting through his suitors and hopes to make a decision sooner rather than later. Get the latest on his recruitment in this premium update.


Buffalo adds second pledge

Buffalo added their second verbal commitment of the 2015 class on Wednesday. Nick Perkins joined the fold just a few days prior to his official visit.


Reactions from Ivan Rabb's Cal In-Home Visit

BearTerritory has the exclusive inside look at Cal's in-home visit with five-star top target Ivan Rabb from last week. Get the scoop inside with the top player in Northern California.


Zimmerman Won't Sign Early

SEP. 24 -- Stephen Zimmerman, the nation's #14-ranked prospect, says he's in no hurry and will forego the early Signing Period in November and wait until spring to commit...


Highlights: Mustapha Heron

Mustapha Heron is one of the top prospects in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Heron at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Esa Ahmad

West Virginia landed a versatile forward in Esa Ahmad. Here are highlights of Ahmad at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Dejounte Murray

Washington landed one of the top wings out west in 2015 in Dejounte Murray. Here are highlights of Murray at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Louisville announces additional times/TV

The University of Louisville men's basketball program announced additional game times and television for the upcoming 2014-15 season


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 24

Everything you need to know about the Sacramento Kings


REPORT: Traffic Violations For Lacey

According to the N&O, NC State junior guard Trevor Lacey has legal issues stemming from a couple of minor traffic violations.


Maroon Madness Returns To Downtown Starkville

STARKVILLE, Miss. – Maroon Madness is returning to the streets of Downtown Starkville. On Friday, Oct. 10 the Mississippi State men’s and women’s basketball teams officially tip off their seasons with the 4th Annual Maroon Madness.


Notebook: Nole Limit

In our weekly Notebook feature, the Scout.com national team explores creative and broad topics from the grassroots hoops realm.


Fultz On The Rise, Talks Terps Offer

It’s been quite an offseason for DeMatha (Hyattsville, Md.) class of 2016 combo guard Markelle Fultz, to say the least. The 6-foot-4, 155-pounder has claimed about nine verbal offers since the first live recruiting period began, with a slew of other “name” programs closely monitoring him.


Killeya-Jones To Visit UNC

During the entire 2013 Fall Evaluation Period of 2013, a handful of schools watched Sacha Killeya-Jones during open gym sessions. This year, nearly 20 have visited in only three weeks.


mardi 23 septembre 2014

Contract details: Ernie Kent has incentives

WASHINGTON STATE athletic director Bill Moos hired veteran coach Ernie Kent to revive the men’s basketball program. Judging from the long list of aim-for-the-sky bonuses built into Kent’s contract, Moos is more than willing to pay Kent handsomely to get the job done.


Zimmerman won't sign, will commit late

Stephen Zimmerman, one of the top centers in the 2015 class, intends to make his college decision in the spring.


Contract details: Ernie Kent, WSU football

WASHINGTON STATE athletic director Bill Moos hired veteran coach Ernie Kent to revive the men’s basketball program. Judging from the long list of aim-for-the-sky bonuses built into Kent’s contract, Moos is more than willing to pay Kent handsomely to get the job done.


Ball State Basketball Picks up First for 2015

Ball State and head coach James Whitford picked up their first verbal commitment for the Class of 2015 on Tuesday.


Quick Hoops Recruiting Update

SEP. 23 -- UCLA's coaches have been out in force conducting in-home visits over the last week and change...


Basketball Preview: Now Shipping

With practice about to begin for the 2014-15 basketball season, Inside Carolina's Basketball Preview Issue is on its way to subscribers and newsstands.


Highlights: Derek Funderburk

Derek Funderburk is one of the top 2016 centers in the Midwest. Here are highlights of Funderburk at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Larry Bird to be honored Oct. 25

Pacers president Larry Bird will be recognized as part of 13th Masquerade fund-raising event at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.


Collins plans early decision

Don't expect a long, drawn out recruiting process from 2016 post Zach Collins. The Las Vegas Bishop Gorman four-star prospect plans an early decision.


Coleman-Lands: A Closer Look

The Illini broke through with a huge commitment on Tuesday from La Lumiere (IN) guard Jalen Coleman-Lands. Here we take a look at Coleman-Lands from a scouting perspective after extensively seeing him in various settings over the last three years and the impact he can have on the program.


Fred Glass talks Indiana Football

Indiana athletic director Fred Glass spoke with AllHoosiers.com this week about the IU football team's upset win over Missouri last Saturday.


Coleman-Lands brings different skill set

John Groce has always had offenses that are led by strong guards, and now he has a bit of a different look with Jalen Coleman-Lands.


Coleman-Lands selects Illini

Four-star guard Jalen Coleman-Lands has made his decision, and it is big news for Illinois.


FREE: 2015 wing headed to visit SMU

Billy talked with 2015 wing Jarrey Foster, who is recovering from an ACL tear, but had an in-home visit with coach Brown last night.


TTDan's Hoops Dish

Looks like Maryland hoops recruiting is still in a holding pattern for the class of 2015, but there are some new names and developments. Here's a quick review of our latest list of prospects, and how things might turn out:


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 23

Here's everything you need to know about the 2014-15 Milwaukee Bucks.


None And Done

Emmanuel Mudiay will join the likes of Brandon Jennings and Jeremy Tyler in skipping college and heading from high school straight to professional basketball. But will Mudiay's move impact the nation's elite high school players?


One on one with Dennis Smith, Jr.

One of the top point guards in the class of 2016 hosted the Duke coaches recently for an open gym. So where do the Blue Devils and Dennis Smith, Jr. stand with one another? We sat down with the five star prospect for the complete story.


Major early interest in Scruggs

Scholarship offers and interest continue to come in for Paul Scruggs.


Rick Pitino visiting Perry in Columbia

University of Louisville head basketball coach Rick Pitino and assitant Kevin Johnson are making an in-home visit to PJ Dozier from Spring Valley High School. As the Scout No. 4 point guard in the class, Dozier has recently trimmed his list of favorites.


Louisville in-home visit set with P.J. Dozier

Nearly as quick as the scholarship became available, the University of Louisville coaching staff scheduled an in-home visit with Scout.com Top 50 prospect P.J. Dozier. Cardinal Authority has the latest on the pending visit and more...


Web Run: Lutz not frustrated by near-misses

Bobby Lutz sits down and offers an immediate warning.


Thornton Sr: Beilein ‘Different’ Than Others

2016 Henderson (Nev.) Findlay Prep five-star point guard Derryck Thornton Jr. is in the midst of setting up visits this fall while college coaches roll through his gym. Thornton’s father discusses John Beilein’s recent visit, news on his healing broken hand, upcoming trips, and more.


Michigan's Approach 'Big Deal' For Battles

2016 Gill (N.J.) St. Bernard’s five-star small forward Tyus Battle is coming off a very busy summer. Battle’s father discusses his son’s development, what coaches have made it by open gyms, Michigan’s approach, and more.


lundi 22 septembre 2014

One-on-One with Justin Simon

Arizona commit Justin Simon recently decided to make the move to Brewster Academy. Read on to see why he did it, his thoughts on his new school, and more.


Could Coleman Be Next?

Illinois in hot pursuit of Indiana guard, who made his official visit this past weekend.


Target Recaps His Visit

Recently Texas State picked up the commitment of point guard Ka'Juan Malveau. Joining him on his official visit was this shooting guard target and only BI recaps his visit.


Highlights: Derryck Thornton, Jr.

Derryck Thornton, Jr's is one of the country's top point guard prospects, regardless of class. Here's a highlight reel of the 2016 point guard at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Louisville offers 4-star '16 Maverick Rowan

Less than a week after re-opening his recruiting process, four-star forward Maverick Rowan has landed an offer from the University of Louisville. Rowan is a former Pittsburgh commitment who recently moved to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., with his family.


LSU visit struck a chord for Brandon Sampson

There was a lot Brandon Sampson already knew about LSU before his visit this weekend, but the four-star from Baton Rouge left with a positive impression after seeing "the inside stuff."


Pennsylvania Athlete Drawing BYU Interest

There is an LDS running back prospect from the state of Pennsylvania with tremendous athleticism that BYU is currently showing interest in. Not only is he an incredible running back, but he is also a very good basketball player who wants to play both sports at the next level.


Bryant Crawford: Evaluation

Top 100 guard Bryant Crawford is a tough, physical floor general who plays with a classical Washington, D.C., style. Now committed to Wake Forest, he became Danny Manning's first 2015 pledge.


Mathews holds four offers

Scout.com's 58th ranked prospect in 2016, Jonah Mathews holds a handful of early offers. The talented guard breaks down his recruitment.


Alex Illikainen: Evaluation

When fans mentally template Wisconsin big men, they tend to default to strong, tough, less athletic and face-up capable operators. From that perspective, then, Alex Illikainen should fit right in.


Crosby picks the Flyers

John Crosby is off the board and headed to Dayton. He committed to Archie Miller just a day after his official visit.


Morrow finds his fit

Nebraska landed one of their top targets on Monday morning.


Stone has list at five, gears up for visits

Diamond Stone, a top five player in the 2015 class, has his list of schools down to a working number and will take his official visits soon.


TDD Review: Volume 173

Get the latest news, notes, and whispers surrounding the football and basketball programs


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Dime Wowed By Arkansas Visit

Arkansas leaves a lasting impression on Indian Hills CC center Malik Dime (6-10, 220), who raves about his weekend official visit to Fayetteville.


Bryant has 'great' Syracuse official

Four-star center Thomas Bryant is a big priority for Syracuse in the 2015 class despite already having four players committed. He took an official visit over the weekend and details his experience, and its impact, with CuseNation.com inside.


Crawford goes with Wake Forest

Bryant Crawford found his match on Sunday. He committed to Danny Manning and Wake Forest.


Commitment Impact: Alex Illikainen

Comfortable on the perimeter and developing as a rebounder, three-star power forward Alex Illikainen is the perfect recruit to fit into Wisconsin under head coach Bo Ryan. BadgerNation examines the impact of the commitment.


VIDEO: K talks Team USA and Duke Football

The Blue Devil basketball coach is thrilled to see Coach Cutcliffe's program realizing its potential.


#ILLijah Takes Over Champaign

Illinois fans were buzzing this weekend in Champaign with Texas big man Elijah Thomas in town. Here's what he had to say about his great visit to Illinois and his look ahead to his remaining two officials.


BREAKING: Ernie Kent lands 6-8 JUCO SG

HE WAS ON campus this weekend for an official visit and it turns out Derrien King saw all he needed to see. Moment ago, the 6-8 shooting guard confirmed that he indeed committed to the Cougs and WSU head man Ernie Kent on Sunday morning.


"River" Rising

September 9th marked the beginning of the open recruiting period for basketball coaches across the land. Only a sophomore, this Reagan Rattler is drawing plenty of attention.


Highlights: Alex Illikainen

Wisconsin landed a skilled four man in Alex Illikainen. Here are highlights of the 2015 prospect at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Illikainen Pledges to the Badgers

Going almost four months without another addition to its 2015 recruiting class, Wisconsin pulled in a talented forward Sunday when Brewster Academy three-star power forward Alex Illikainen pledged to the Badgers.


Illikainen headed to Big Ten

Wisconsin landed one of their top targets in the 2015 class on Sunday morning.


Knapper Commits To WVU

With an important recruiting weekend ongoing in Morgantown, the West Virginia men's hoops team snared a commitment for the class of 2016.


HAIL MARY!

Arizona defeated California 49-45 on Saturday night as Austin Hill caught a Hail Mary with no time left on the clock. Read on for a complete recap of how it all went down.


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Cedric Russell commits to LSU

LSU basketball landed a commitment Saturday night from 2017 Peabody guard Cedric Russell, who told TSD everything "just felt like home" during his visit to campus.


16' G Brevin Galloway Lands His 3rd Offer

Despite playing in pain most of the AAU season 2016 T.L. Hanna guard Brevin Galloway continues to impress college coaches. In fact, he picked up his 3rd offer this week. The talented guard is participating in the Bob Gibbons Fall Evaluation Camp on Saturday and we spoke to Galloway as he made his way to North Carolina to compete.


Rowan opens up recruitment

Four-star forward Maverick Rowan made an early decision, but now things are back open.


Commitment Tracker: Power Forward

Gamecock Pride and Scout track all of the recruits offered by South Carolina as they commit.


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John Dawson Looks forward to Second Season

As a freshman,G John Dawson was often seen and not heard. The quiet freshman came up big in Marquette’s victory at Georgetown. He showed flashes but never received consistent minutes so fans could tell what he could do. I recently asked John how he was adjusting in the new Steve Wojciechowski era.


Kentucky's Madness campout sets new record

Kentucky's Big Blue Madness campout has broken its record for tents lining the Avenue of Champions and surrounding Memorial Coliseum, the school, announced Friday.


Reynolds weighing layered set of choices

David Reynolds had big plans heading into the July evaluation period. The 6-6, 205-pound forward at Raleigh (N.C.) Ravenscroft had gained experienced with Team United on the EYBL circuit and improved throughout the spring and early summer.


Leaf Still High on Michigan

Michigan was in the Golden State this past week checking out 2016 El Cajon (Calif.) Foothills Christian power forward T.J. Leaf. After the visit the five-star prospect’s father made it clear that Michigan remains on very strong footing.


Silva to the SEC

Three-star power forward Chris Silva has made his decision, and he is headed to South Carolina.


On Campus: Weekend of Sept. 20

This weekend's crop of visitors features some extremely important visits for high-majors that have yet to notch a big win with the Class of 2015. Along with that, of course, in other scenarios the rich aim to get richer.


Highlights: Jalen Coleman

Jalen Coleman is one of 2015's best outside shooters. Here are highlights of Coleman at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: J.J. Caldwell

J.J. Caldwell is one of the top 2016 point guards in Texas. Here are highlights of Caldwell at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Justin Jenifer

Cincinnati landed a very good passer in Justin Jenifer. Here are highlights of Jennifer at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Entrance for 'Gate 21' — Vol. CXXX

The InsideTennessee staff combined to put together this 2,000-plus-word installment of "Gate 21" for its site members. From recruiting to team news, sign in or subscribe now to get educated on what's going on in Big Orange Country.


Mosquera-Perea to do community service

Hanner Mosquera-Perea has accepted a plea agreement stemming from his February arrest for OWI.


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 22

Everything you need to know about the 2014-15 Boston Celtics.


Big man Thomas Bryant to visit Indiana

Thomas Bryant, an elite big man in the 2015 class, will visit Indiana on Oct. 3. More here.


Basketball Confidence Levels: September 2014

TSD's Ben Love gives a detailed look at where LSU basketball stands with each of its top remaining targets in the Class of 2015.


Big recruiting weekend for Syracuse

Syracuse football and basketball will host recruiting targets this weekend.


The Hilltop Review

Come inside this week's Hilltop Review for all the latest news in SMU's recruiting news!


Major interest in Narain

Big time recruiting interest has come the way of 2016 power forward Nolan Narain.


Highlights: Mario Kegler

SEP. 19 -- Mario Kegler is one of the top forwards in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Kegler at the NBPA Top 100 Camp...


Just two Pacers among SI.com's top 100

A year ago, five Pacers made the list. Now that Paul George is out with a broken leg and Lance Stephenson departed as a free agent for Charlotte, Indiana has just David West and Roy Hibbert on the list of top 100 NBA players for 2015.


Coach K Post-Team USA Press Conference

The Duke head coach met the media on Thursday to discuss a wide range of topics


Jackson-Cartwright adds another dimension

Parker Jackson-Cartwright could be one of the most important players on Arizona this season. Read on to see why that is and what he could mean to the Wildcats' title chances.


The Authority Report

This week's Authority Report discusses how the current team is doing in practice, where the coaches were this week, has a one-on-one interview with offensive line coach Jim Michalczik, and more.


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Dime To Drop In On Arkansas This Weekend

Arkansas is set to host one of its prime 2015 basketball recruiting targets this weekend in Ottumwa, Iowa, Indian Hills center Malik Dime (6-10, 220), who will arrive in Fayetteville on Friday morning.


Louisville back in the mix for P.J. Dozier

The University of Louisville men's basketball program is back in the mix with Class of 2015 guard P.J. Dozier from South Carolina. U of L coach Rick Pitino and assistant Kenny Johnson are expected to make an in-home visit with Dozier next week.


Highlights: Deng Adel

Deng Adel is one of the top small forwards in the 2015 class. Here are highlights of the Louisville commitment at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Mario Kegler

Mario Kegler is one of the top forwards in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Kegler at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Stephen Thompson, Jr.

Oregon State landed one of the West Coast's top wings in Stephen Thompson, Jr. Here are highlights of the 2015 prospect at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Oumar Barry Talks About DePaul Decision

On Wednesday afternoon, the DePaul Blue Demons picked up their second commitment for the 2015 recruiting class. We talk with the latest addition to the DePaul basketball team in this report.


Langford Wide Open, U-M in High Consideration

2016 Madison (Ala.) Academy five-star shooting guard Josh Langford has coaches in and out of his school this month. Michigan is among them, as well as Michigan State, both of whom received visits over the summer.


Dozier Builds ‘Connection’ With Michigan

2015 Columbia (S.C.) Spring Valley four-star combo guard P.J. Dozier recently received a visit from Michigan coach John Beilein. Dozier’s father discusses that experience, previews upcoming visits, decision timeline, and more.


Calipari, Coach K, Boeheim Embroiled in Flap

Three of college basketball's most recognizeable figures have found themselves embroiled in a mini-controversy this week.


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 19

Everything You Need to Know About the 2014-15 Timberwolves.


Milton updates recruitment

Patrick talked with Owasso 2015 G Shake Milton about canceling his Illinois visit and where that leaves SMU.


Roundtable: Climbing the mountain

Each week, we ask the Scout.com hoops recruiting team to ruminate on a specific question.


Sampson will visit LSU this weekend

TSD has learned four-star guard Brandon Sampson (Madison Prep/Baton Rouge) will take an official visit to LSU this weekend.


Tutu is ready to emerge

Point guards are in short supply in the 2015 class, and the rapidly improving Munis Tutu should command more interest as the year goes along.


NBA Daily Cheat Sheet: September 18

Everything you need to know about the Utah Jazz for 2014-15.


Albers Angle: Big recruiting day for Indiana

Indiana coach Tom Crean will have an in-home visit with a five-star center in 2015 today. More here.


LSU Coaches Going Pro, Part Three

Wrapping up a three-part series on LSU coaches hiring away from the professional ranks, TSD's Ben Love spoke with basketball's Johnny Jones on landing Eric Musselman and what factors he considers when searching for an assistant.


Trevor Manuel: Evaluation

Although the spring and summer didn't proceed quite as planned, Trevor Manuel remains a promising long-term prospect who recently issued Oregon a commitment.


Three showing Cyrus most interest

Now at La Lumiere, Brandon Cyrus is on a big stage, and already three schools are making him a priority recruit.


Pflueger discusses Irish commitment

Shooting guard Rex Pflueger discusses his commitment to Notre Dame, including what sealed the deal in his decision.


Web Run: Pack Replaces T.J. Warren With Depth

Flash back to March 2011. The buzzer just sounded on an early-round ACC tournament game. NC State had just lost to Maryland 75-67 to finish off another disappointing 15-16 season. Sidney Lowe just completed his fifth season in Raleigh and had failed to reach the NCAA tournament in any of them.


Recruiting Podcast: WVU - Oklahoma Edition

West Virginia's biggest home game of the season to date will see several high level football and basketball prospects and commitments pay a visit to campus.


2017 PF Jalen Hill Has a Michigan Connection

2017 Corona (Calif.) Centennial power forward Jalen Hill recently received a visit from Michigan. Hill discusses his connection to the Wolverines, outlook on visit plans, what he’s looking for, and more.


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Highlights: Dedric Lawson

Memphis landed one of 2015's top prospects in Dedric Lawson. Here are highlights of Lawson at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Brendan Bailey

Brendan Bailey is one of the top small forwards out west in 2016. Here are highlights of Bailey at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Combo Guard Has TXST On Top

This prospect out of DeSoto HS has caught the attention of Head Basketball Coach Danny Kaspar. BI caught up with this combo guard to check in on his recruitment.


Corey Sanders: Evaluation

You'll be hard-pressed to find many guards more talented than Corey Sanders. A recent Rutgers commitment, the explosive backcourt performer now just needs to find his game night in and night out.


TTDan's Hoops Dish

Dan Painter gives the scoop with Maryland hoops recruiting, including the latest on Justin Robinson, Ivan Bender, Tyrone Taylor, potential new targets and more.


Assessing the Buckeyes' 2015 recruiting class

With Ohio State's 2015 recruiting class likely complete, we take a look at how the Buckeyes faired and who will be able to help right away.


Steven Enoch: Evaluation

Fresh off a national title, Connecticut couldn't ask for much more joyous news in 2014. But lo and behold, a nationally ranked senior hailing from within the state blew up and practically fell in the Huskies' lap in time for the fall signing period.


2017 Intro: Tyler Plummer

Tyler Plummer is ready to make a name for himself at La Lumiere.


Barry Commits to DePaul

DePaul coach Oliver Purnell picked up his second commitment for the class of 2015 today. Learn more about the center prospect from the Washington D.C. area in this report.


Thomas Excited for Wisconsin Trip

While he is still looking for a Wisconsin scholarship offer, Clarksville (MD) River Hill senior power forward Charlie Thomas is excited to see what the Badgers offer when he takes his official visit to Madison this weekend.


Coleman gives the latest

Jalen Coleman is a premier shooter, and his recruitment seems to be winding down, with a visit potentially getting pushed to the forefront.


Barefield working the recruiting trail

Scott talked with SMU commit Sedrick Barefield, who had a busy summer on the AAU circuit, but turned his attention to recruiting for SMU.


Who's That Knocking On Malik Monk's Door?

Arkansas head coach Mike Anderson started a parade of college basketball head coaches to Bentonville last week to see junior Malik Monk (6-4, 190), who got a visit from Kentucky head coach John Calipari on Tuesday after Florida's Billy Donovan, North Carolina's Roy Williams and Iowa State's Fred Hoiberg had all made appearances.


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Morrow talks visits

Ed Morrow gives an update on his visit to Iowa, and his upcoming official to Nebraska.


Church picks Bears

Springfield (IL.) High forward Obediah Church will be in Springfield for college. Springfield, Missouri, that is. The bouncy forward committed to Missouri State yesterday.


Highlights: Eric Davis

Texas landed a talented shooting guard in Eric Davis. Here are highlights of Davis at NBPA Top 100 Camp.


LSU in final five for Evans

Baton Rouge native Jacob Evans has trimmed his list again and is finalizing his remaining visits. TSD has the latest on the four-star wing from St. Michael.


Davis gives needed firepower

Texas landed a big piece to their future in four-star guard Eric Davis.


Davis picks Texas

Texas is now on the board in their 2015 class with a very talented commitment.


Eric Davis: Evaluation

Eric Davis announced on Tuesday that he'll spend his collegiate years in Austin, Texas, competing for Rick Barnes' Longhorns. The Michigan native will take with him an explosive set of scoring tools.


Sehic commits to Vandy

Vanderbilt adds to solid incoming class by landing Samir Sehic, one of the country's most overachieving frontcourt players.


17 IU basketball games will be on BTN

Seven Indiana basketball games this season will be televised on the Big Ten Network, the BTN announced Tuesday. Check out the schedule.


Notebook: High stakes for Thybulle

In our weekly Notebook feature, the Scout.com national team explores creative and broad topics from the grassroots hoops realm.


Big Weekend in Friartown

It appears Ed Cooley is trying to pull out all the stops this weekend when top priority recruit in the class of 2015 Justin Robinson comes to Providence for his official visit.


Offer Watch: Florida Center

Keep track of all the latest University of South Carolina scholarship offers with Scout.


Basketball Roster Analysis

SEP. 16 -- With so much tumult in the last week, we take a look at what the rotations could look like this year...


One on one with Number One

Jayson Tatum sits down with TDD to recap his trip to Dubai with Team USA and talk recruiting which includes some early visits, and a building relationship with several coaches.


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One-on-One with Ray Smith

Arizona commitment Ray Smith continue to rehab his knee injury. Read on to see how he is progressing, his thoughts on Arizona's current class, and more.


Wildcats release Pac-12 Schedule

The Pac-12 released its conference schedule on Monday. Read to see Arizona's full basketball schedule, including times and television information.


Thybulle Talks Gonzaga Official

Dawgman.com spoke Monday night with Matisse Thybulle, a 6-foot-6 forward prospect from Eastside Catholic High School in Sammamish, Wash., and Thybulle and his family had just taken an official visit to Gonzaga this past weekend. How did it go? Did he ever look to make a verbal commitment to the Bulldogs on his visit?


Blakeney is back open

Louisville thought they had a key to their future, but Antonio Blakeney is back on the market.


Hoops Commit #1

Texas State hosted a pair of back-court players this weekend and when it was said and done, this point guard decided to commit.


Jacob Gannon: "I missed the game"

Jacob Gannon had held it in until he couldn't any longer. But after leaving the team nearly two weeks ago, the redshirt senior has returned


Atwood eager to display his talents

There are a few things one notices upon interacting with Willie Atwood for the first time. Standing at 6 foot 8 inches he’s rather tall, he exudes an immense amount of joy and that happiness is only complimented by his southern accent.


Highlights: Omari Spellman

Omari Spellman is one of the top posts in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Spellman at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Levan Alston

Levan Alston is a talented shooting guard out of Pennsylvania. Here are highlights of the 2015 prospect at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Chance Comanche: Evaluation

Slender, angular big man Chance Comanche ended his recruitment over the weekend, and he could become another blue-chip center to thrive at Arizona.


Hoops Recruiting Update

SEP. 15 -- We're coming into the home stretch for 2015, and here's our handicapping of UCLA's targets, like Jaylen Brown, Stephan Zimmerman, and Ivan Rabb...


Octeus Denied Admission

SEP. 15 -- Potential graduate transfer point guard Jon Octeus was denied admission to UCLA and will not play with the Bruins...


Guy draws a lot of coaches

Four-star shooting guard Kyle Guy drew a lot of coaches to his open gyms.


Phillips gives the nod to DePaul

Of the numerous major players to take the court at the Fab 48 in Las Vegas this past July, Develle Phillips initially didn't register highly among many scouts or college coaches.


Santa Ana chooses Elon

Elon coach Matt Matheny knows something about outside scorers, having spent 16 seasons as an assistant at Davidson and working alongside players such as Stephen Curry.


Coaches Visiting Swanigan

SEP. 15 -- College hoops coaches are flocking to see the 6-9 Indiana center, Caleb Swanigan...


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Comanche finds right fit

Chance Comanche committed to Arizona on Sunday morning. Read on to see why he made the choice and more.


Comanche's AAU coach breaks down decision

Arizona received a commitment from 2015 center Chance Comanche on Sunday. Read on to see what his AAU coach thinks about his decision, what Comanche needs to work on, and more.


Basketball Recruiting: Gilder Talks Visit

Admon Gilder was one of two four-star basketball recruits making official visits to Oklahoma State this past weekend. GoPokes.com caught up with the 6-2, 185-pound sharpshooter from Madison High School in Dallas to talk about his trip to Stillwater and whether he’s any closer to making a decision on where he will sign during the November signing period.


Dozier Meets With UNC, Moves Official Visit

Columbia has been a popular stop for Roy Williams over the last two years. It’s home to 2015 guard P.J. Dozier.


Malek Harwell Chooses Boise State

Malek Harwell said earlier this week that he would make his decision and announcement this weekend.. and he did on Sunday, choosing Boise State from amongst more than a dozen other offers to play Basketball, turning down teams from the Pac12, WCC, Big West, Big Sky, and more.. to stay in Idaho and rep the 208 at Boise State.


Develle Phillips Talks About DePaul Decision

DePaul Coach Oliver Purnell nabbed his first commitment in the class of 2015 today. We talk in-depth with the newest member of the Blue Demons in this report.


Albers Angle: On Guyton, Knight

A.J. Guyton's open letter to Bob Knight touched me for more than one reason. My take on that is here.


Develle Phillips Commits to DePaul

DePaul coach Oliver Purnell picked up his first commitment for the class of 2015 today. Learn more about the forward prospect from the Washington D.C. area in this report.


Highlights: Chance Comanche

Arizona received a commitment from center Chance Comanche on Sunday. View the videos to see highlights of him in action.


Analysis: The A.J. Guyton Letter

A.J. Guyton has asked Bob Knight to come back and bury the hatchet and be part of Guyton's induction ceremony into the IU Athletics Hall of Fame. Here are my thoughts on the chances of that happening.


Nash Excited for Wisconsin Visit

Looking to again make a splash in the Chicago area, Wisconsin and associate head coach Greg Gard have kept tabs on Chicago Whitney Young Magnet junior shooting guard Skyler Nash, who will check out Madison at the end of the month.


Chance Comanche Recruitment Timeline

Chance Comanche committed to Arizona on Sunday. Read on to for a closer look at how the entire recruitment played out.


Comanche gives UA center with upside

What kind of player is Arizona landing in Chance Comanche? Scout.com breaks down the 2015 Top 50 prospect.


Highlights: Chance Comanche

Arizona received a commitment from Chance Comanche on Sunday. View video to see highlights of the four-star center in action.


Comanche to Arizona

Chance Comanche has ended his recruitment with a commitment to Arizona, giving the Wildcats four Top 50 commitments in the class.


Henry Ellenson: a Top Target for MU

Henry Ellenson the 6-10 225 lb PF from Rice Lake, WI has the unique ability to handle the ball and shoot from long range with the skills of a much smaller player. After blowing up in the Spring and Summer, Henry has narrowed his college choices down to Marquette, Michigan State and Kentucky. He will take his formal visit to Marquette on Sept 25th. I asked one of our favorite experts, Mark Miller


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Enoch to stay local, commits to UConn

During an official visit to Connecticut, Steve Enoch opted to end his college recruitment.


Turner makes his pledge

Three-star wing A.J. Turner is someone who can really score, and now he is off the board and will play in the ACC.


Gopher Basketball Recruitin' Outlook

We sat down with Scout.com National Basketball Recruiting Analyst Evan Daniels and asked him about what his thoughts are with this Gopher class with the addition of Johnson, how good of a job Richard Pitino has done and more!


Wilson's Word: Dear Paul George...

Indiana Pacers' All-Star should take the year to not only mend his broken leg but his tarnished reputation with NBA fans.


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Rose commits to Samford

Matt Rose, a 6-foot-7 forward, is headed to Samford.


2016 Post-July Top 100

SEP. 12 -- Lonzo Ball and T.J. Leaf both factor into the top 15 in the updated 2016 rankings...


Hopes running high for junior class

To illustrate just how loaded the Class of 2016 appears to be at the top, look no further than the fact that Malik Monk, of all people, is not a top four prospect.


Johnson commits to Minnesota

Minnesota now has four pledges in the 2015 class with the addition of three-star guard Jarvis Johnson.


Bolden Ruled Ineligible

SEP. 12 -- Jonah Bolden was ruled a partial qualifier by the NCAA, which means he can't play this year...


On the Wings

The latest on LSU basketball recruiting and a trio of perimeter players in the Class of 2015 ...


2016 Post-July Top 100

Jayson Tatum held on to the pole position in the updated 2016 top 100. Harry Giles, Josh Jackson, Thon Maker and Malik Monk rounded out the top five in the new batch of rankings that were extended from a top 75 to a top 100.


Sanford Scouting Reports

Scott breaks down three SMU hoops prospects in his first Sanford Scouting Reports!


Basketball Recruiting: Big Weekend For Pokes

Not only is it a big weekend for Daxx Garman, who will be making his first start at quarterback for the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Saturday night, but it’s also a huge weekend for Travis Ford. The Cowboys head basketball coach and his staff will be hosting a pair of the nation’s top high school basketball prospects for official visits this weekend.


Riley Named Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

CLEMSON - Richie Riley has been named an assistant coach for the Tigers, announced today. He joins the staff after two seasons as an assistant coach at UAB and fills the void left by Earl Grant, who was named head coach at the College of Charleston last week.


Zimmerman Hosts Roy Williams

Roy Williams conducted an in-home visit with one of his top 2015 targets – Stephen Zimmerman – on Thursday night.


Entrance for 'Gate 21' — Vol. CXXIX

The InsideTennessee staff combined to put together this 2,400-plus-word installment of "Gate 21" for its site members. From recruiting to team news, sign in or subscribe now to get educated on what's going on in Big Orange Country.


The Authority Report

This week's Authority Report includes a look at where Arizona stands with a few players it visited this week, more insight from Chance Comanche's mother, an interview with Arizona football recruiting coordinator Matt Dudek, a list of 2016 recruits to keep an eye on, and more.


Arkansas Hits Hoops Recruiting Road

Arkansas head coach Mike Anderson and assistants Melvin Watkins, T.J. Cleveland and Matt Zimmerman have all been on the recruiting trail this week as the Sept. 9-Nov. 9 recruiting period open while at the same time putting their current players through 6 a.m. workouts.


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Pfleuger goes with Notre Dame

Rex Pflueger committed to Notre Dame on Thursday, giving the Irish their third pledge of the 2015 recruiting class.


U of L basketball: Recruiting notebook

The University of Louisville is finished with the Class of 2015 but is already looking ahead for future years. Cardinal Authority has this notebook full of nuggets on future targets for the Cardinals' coaching staff.


Mitchell back in the fold at Ohio State

Four-star Mickey Mitchell's recruitment is back where it started, with Ohio State.


Manuel headed to Pac 12

Trevor Manuel made an official visit and shortly thereafter he picked the Oregon Ducks.


Roundtable: Point guard ponderings

Each week, we ask the Scout.com hoops recruiting team to ruminate on a specific question.


Esa Ahmad: Evaluation

As a young pup in early 2013, during his sophomore season, Esa Ahmad made it clearly he'd be yet another major prospect to emerge from Ohio.


Lawson reclasses to 2015

News broke on Thursday that Dedric Lawson, a five-star prospect, has opted to reclassify to the 2015 class.


Paul George upsets public with Rice tweets

Backlash was immediate to All-Star suggesting suspended NFL running back Ray Rice should be allowed to play and publicized domestic-violence incident wasn't concern if wife wasn't upset. George apologized and deleted the tweets.


Wilkes showing elite potential

Kris Wilkes is getting more athletic and filling out physically, and with his elite length and high skill level, his potential is through the roof.


Albers Angle: Recruiting momentum

Indiana earned its first basketball commitment in the 2015 class on Wednesday. Are more coming?


Milton cancels Illinois visit

2015 guard Shake Milton cancelled his Illinois visit on Thursday, just one day after his friend, Juwan Morgan, committed to Indiana. Will Milton join Morgan at IU?


Coaches Checking out Dugan

While he's over 15 scholarship offers, Otsego (MI) senior center Seth Dugan is looking for more high major opportunities, including one from Wisconsin.


In-Depth on Chance Comanche

SEP. 11 -- The mother of one of UCLA's top targets does a one-on-one interview about her son's recruitment...


2017 Elite Guard John Petty Visits MSU

J.O. Johnson High School (Huntsville, AL) class of 2017 combo guard John Petty, considered one of the top 30 players in his class, visited Mississippi State this past Saturday.


Coaches coming in for Bridges

Miles Bridges is one of the most athletic players in the country, and college coaches are making sure to prioritize him this fall.


Highlights: M.J. Cage

SEP. 11 -- M.J. Cage is one of the top center prospects in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Cage at the NBPA Top 100 Camp...


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2017 Big Man Jesse Little Visits MSU

One of the up-and-coming big men in the state of Mississippi basketball class of 2017, Starkville (MS) High School's Jesse Little, visited Mississippi State recently.


Morgan talks decision to play for Indiana

2015 forward Juwan Morgan committed to Indiana on Wednesday night. He spoke with AllHoosiers.com about the decision and why he made it.


Vandy snags pledge

Vanderbilt added some size to the equation with the commitment of Djery Baptiste.


McKinney Dismissed at DePaul

Senior guard Charles McKinney has been dismissed from the DePaul men’s basketball team due to a violation of team rules the school announced today.


WVU lands key pledge in Ahmad

The pledge from Esa Ahmad gives the West Virginia Mountaineers some needed versatility at the forward spot.


Guyton, Ogunleye in 2015 IU Hall of Fame

A.J. Guyton, the fourth leading scorer in Indiana basketball history will be one of five inducted into the Indiana University Athletics Hall of Fame, IU athletic director Fred Glass announced Wednesday night.


Morgan is Indiana bound

The nation's No. 97 senior is off the board, as Juwan Morgan committed to Tom Crean and Indiana.


Jalen Brunson: Evaluation

Whether it's playing with fellow elites, shouldering the scoring burden himself, pressing the issue to biding his time, Jalen Brunson always seems to be in command.


Brunson Explains 'Nova Pick

Nation's top PG finally opens up on why he selected the Villanova Wildcats and shares some of the details that went into the tough decision he faced.


Marquette releases full Big East Schedule

On Tuesday afternoon, the Big East released its entire conference schedule to the public. After opening up its season on New Year’s Eve in Omaha last season, the Marquette Golden Eagles will hit the road again on the last day of 2014 to take on the DePaul Blue Demons at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Ill.


Highlights: Brandon Ingram

Check out clips of the #25-ranked player in the 2015 national class...


Juwan Morgan: Evaluation

Starting in the spring at the opening EYBL event, Juwan Morgan has been a player we at Scout admire a great deal.


Morgan commits to Indiana

Indiana picked up its first basketball commit in 2015 on Wednesday, earning a verbal pledge from forward Juwan Morgan.


Highlights: Trevor Manuel

Trevor Manuel is a talented forward from Oak Hill Academy. Here are highlights of the 2015 prospect at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Breaking down DaVonte Lacy's NBA chances

COUGAR GUARD DaVonte Lacy is rated the No. 20 NBA draft prospect in the Pac-12, according to DraftExpress.com, which says the 6-4, 206-pound senior from Tacoma could “hold his own athletically against NBA players” but needs to expand his offensive repertoire to counter defenses that take away his jumper.


Brunson picks Villanova

The decision is in, and Villanova has landed one of the top prospects in the class of 2015.


Highlights: Jacob Evans

Jacob Evans is one of the top wings in Louisiana. Here are highlights of Evans at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Pitino hits the road recruiting

University of Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino has been on the road recruiting for the first two days of the recruiting period. Cardinal Authority has the details on what prospects Pitino has seen on the road.


Verbal View: Esa Ahmad

West Virginia went all in with the recruitment of national standout Esa Ahmad, and they got a serious return for that work when the 6-8 forward picked the Mountaineers on Wednesday. With that battle won, what will WVU be getting with the four-star forward?


Esa Does It

West Virginia made Esa Ahamd one of its top priorities in the 2015 class, and the Mountaineers got the commitment they were looking for on Wednesday when the forward announced his choice.


Watch Juwan Morgan's Decision Live

You can watch 2015 forward Juwan Morgan make his decision live at 7:30 p.m. tonight.


Announcement Primer: Jalen Brunson

The decision is in for five-star prospect Jalen Brunson. Here is a look at his recruitment, his talent, and where we think he is headed.


Recruiting Period Updates

After a busy first day to begin the Basketball Recruiting Period, Roy Williams and his staff are back at it on Wednesday. Inside Carolina is tracking all the latest developments on the recruiting trail ...


TTDan's Hoops Dish

It's been awhile. It's time for another Hoops Dish Q&A, as we're only five weeks away from the start of practice at Maryland.


Coaches coming in for Swanigan

Five-star prospect Caleb Swanigan is expecting a lot of visits from college coaches.


Web Run: Eric Davis set to announce Tuesday

Eric Davis, a four-star shooting guard in the Class of 2015, will announce his college decision next Tuesday at his school, Arthur Hill High (Michigan), which was announced through the basketball team’s Twitter account on Tuesday night.


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Inside the Comanche Recruitment

Chance Comanche is visiting Arizona this weekend. Read on as his mother discusses his visit, overall recruitment, and more.


Another Added

Ole Miss basketball continued its recruiting success in nearby Memphis, Tenn., on Tuesday, picking up a commitment from three-star combo guard Donte Fitzpatrick.


Brock Miller Commits to the Aggies

Brock Miller is one of the top recruits in the state of Utah. He is excited to play for the Aggies after a 2 year mission.


Davis to announce college decision

Eric Davis, Scout.com's No. 44 ranked player in the 2015 class, has set a decision date. He will announce his college choice on September 16th.


Two off the board to Georgia

Mark Fox and Georgia snagged a pair of commitments on Tuesday. Jordan Harris and Tyree Crump -- both 2016 guards -- committed to the Bulldogs.


Fox Nabs Two 2016s

Georgia got a pair of 2016 basketball commitments on Tuesday night, according to Scout.com National Recruiting Analyst Evan Daniels.


Iowa Visit Confirms Wagner's Feelings

Ahmad Wagner officially visited Iowa this past weekend. The forward from Ohio verbally committed to the Hawkeyes in August with ever having seen the school. He talked about how he saw, heard from the coaches and his role as a recruiter.


Paris Austin Visits Boise State

Paris Austin was nervous. He didn’t know what to expect when he stepped onto a plane bound for Idaho’s capitol city Friday morning. Hailing from Oakland, Calif., a location generally thought of as more diverse than Boise, the Bishop O’Dowd High School standout basketball player wasn’t expecting to be welcomed as warmly as he is at home.


2014-15 Butler Schedule Released

Butler and the Big East announced the 2014-15 men's basketball schedule today. The Bulldogs get the Big East conference slate started once again by playing Villanova.


Number One Set to Pick One

Jalen Brunson makes his college choice Wednesday. Some background and predictions.


DePaul Learns Big East Conference Schedule

CHICAGO – The 2014-15 BIG EAST schedule and home non-conference game times were announced today by the league office today. For the second straight year, the conference schedule opens with a five-game BIG EAST marathon on New Year’s Eve that includes DePaul facing Marquette at Allstate Arena.


Announcement Primer: Juwan Morgan

2015 big man Juwan Morgan will announce his decision at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday night. Will it be Indiana or Vanderbilt?


Highlights: M.J. Cage

M.J. Cage is one of the top center prospects in the 2016 class. Here are highlights of Cage at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Wendell Mitchell

Wendell Mitchell is one of Texas' top shooting guards in 2015. Here are highlights of Mitchell at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Brandon Ingram

Brandon Ingram is one of the top forwards in the 2015 class. Here are highlights of Ingram at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


2016 SG Justin Hopkins Visits MSU

J.O. Johnson (Huntsville, AL) High School class of 2016 shooting guard Justin Hopkins talks about his unofficial visit to Mississippi State.


Notebook: Tectonic shifts

In our weekly Notebook feature, the Scout.com national team explores creative and broad topics from the grassroots hoops realm.


Albers Angle: Basketball schedule update

A couple new facts were released regarding Indiana's basketball schedule on Tuesday. Read here for that, and more.


Rebel Roundup

The commitment of three-star combo guard Donte Fitzpatrick isn’t the only Ole Miss basketball recruiting news on this Tuesday. Here are a few more tidbits after digging around this morning.


Marquette names Bill Scholl new AD

MILWAUKEE – Bill Scholl, director of intercollegiate athletics at Ball State University, will serve as Marquette University’s next vice president and director of athletics, President Michael R. Lovell announced. Scholl has more than two decades of athletics administration experience and oversaw 19 NCAA Division I athletic programs at Ball State. He will begin at Marquette mid-October.


Recruiting Roudup

The commitment of three-star combo guard Donte Fitzpatrick isn’t the only Ole Miss basketball recruiting news on this Tuesday. Here are a few more tidbits after digging around this morning.


Robinson pledges to Boston College

Albeit not one of the most heralded players within the state of North Carolina, Jerome Robinson impressed numerous college coaches and established himself as a legitimate prospect.


Recruiting Period: Tracking LSU's Staff

TSD's Ben Love keeps you up-to-date on which targets LSU's coaches are visiting and when during the recruiting period that tipped off Tuesday.


Ingram's Midnight Visitors

One minute after the recruiting period began, Roy Williams walked into Brandon Ingram's house.


Antonio Blakeney: Evaluation

Each 1 Teach 1 featured one of the most loaded teams of the 2014 EYBL season, and Antonio Blakeney was a featured performers. After a great summer, Blakeney ended his recruitment and pledged to Louisville.


Recruiting Period Underway

The Basketball Recruiting Period began at 12:01am on Tuesday and Roy Williams and his staff didn't waste a single minute to get started. Inside Carolina is tracking all the latest developments on the recruiting trail ...


Highlights: Brandon Sampson

SEP. 9 -- Check out summer action featuring Brandon Sampson, a wing with some of the highest upside out of the wings in the national class of 2015...


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App Commit Emarius Logan is All Smiles

On September 5th star guard Emarius Logan of White Knoll High School got to Boone to take his official visit at Appalachian State. Logan already knew was that he was close to making a commitment to the Mountaineers and got the final answers he needed in order to give Coach Jim Fox his commitment. Logan took time to review the weekend, his game, and his commitment with App State Mania.


Ragin' Cajuns Announce Full 2014-15 Schedule

LAFAYETTE, La. – A trip to Las Vegas and 15 home games at the Cajundome highlight the 2014-15 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball schedule, released Monday by head coach Bob Marlin.


Class of 2016 SF Clayton Hughes Visits MSU

University School of Jackson (TN) 2016 small forward Clayton Hughes unofficially visited Mississippi State this past weekend.


Abdul Ado has 'great' visit to Louisville

Chattanooga, Tenn., Hamilton Heights Christian junior center Abdul Ado made an unofficial visit to the University of Louisville last weekend. The 6-foot-11 Ado spent time touring the campus and chatted with the U of L coaches while also attending the Murray State game.


UW Hoops Already at Work

Running the hill has been a big part of Wisconsin basketball's preseason workouts since Bo Ryan came to Madison over a decade ago. A season after making the Final Four, the 16 members of the Badgers are back at the hill and looking for more.


Nation's #1 Player Sets Up In-Home Visits

SEP. 8 -- Coaches from five programs will visit the elite small forward talent, Jaylen Brown...


Visits being set for Briscoe

Isaiah Briscoe is beginning to set in-home and official visits.


Brunson to announce on Wednesday

Highly regarded point guard Jalen Brunson will announce his college decision on Wednesday.


Dozier Taking Official Visit to USC

Scout four-star point guard Perry Dozier of Spring Valley High School has announced his official visits for this fall.


The Albers Angle: A New Feature

At AllHoosiers.com, we are constantly looking for new ways to keep you engaged on a daily and weekly basis. My "Albers Angle" blog is a new feature to the site.


VIDEO: Taking a Timeout with Nick Zeisloft

Indiana basketball newcomer Nick Zeisloft talks about joining Indiana, and his academic pursuits.


Betting On The "Come Line"

Paul Krebs "rolled the bones" with Craig Neal and likes what he sees!


VIDEO: Updates from McClain, Buckley

Indiana assistant coaches Steve McClain and Tim Buckley provide updates on Indiana basketball with the team back on campus.


Basketball Recruiting Tidbits

TSD's Ben Love delivers the latest LSU basketball recruiting updates, including tidbits on the recent official visit by five-star big man Elijah Thomas.


Brown sets up in-home visits

The No. 1 player in the country -- Jaylen Brown -- has in-home visits set up with five schools this week.


Malik Beasley: Evaluation

Malik Beasley just looks like a Florida State wing. The Noles have thrived during the Leonard Hamilton era by employing strong, athletic swingmen, and Beasley's versatility will fit right at home in Tallahassee.


Dwayne Bacon: Evaluation

Dwayne Bacon always bore the look of a scorer. And now, with his college decision behind him, he's ready to focus on a sterling senior campaign.


Visits going well for Ahmad

Both official visits have gone well for Esa Ahmad.


Four-Star Forward Impressed By UVa

Sacha Killeya-Jones added a Virginia offer over the weekend. The 2016 Lynchburg (Va.) Virginia Episcopal power forward picked up the offer during his visit to Charlottesville. He talks about his visit and the Wahoos with Scout.com.


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Three major questions facing Arizona

There are three major questions facing Arizona heading into this season. Read on to see what they are and what the answer to each could be.


Williams Begins Surgery, Makes Official Visit

2015 commit Darien Williams won't play basketball this season due to surgery on his shoulders, but is confident he'll be ready when he arrives in Ames next summer


Washington Talks ASU Pledge

By his own admission, Jordan Washington knew before his official visit to Arizona State ever took place that he was going to commit to the Sun Devils. Thus, during Friday night dinner just a few hours into his trip, the Indian Hills (Iowa) Community College forward decided not to delay the inevitable.


Kriener Drops In to See Hawkeyes

The Hawkeyes played host to a pair of official visitors this weekend in Ahmad Wagner and Ogugua Anunoby. Iowa Coach Fran McCaffery also was looking ahead in the '16 Class with in-state power forward Ryan Kriener joining the group. The New Hampton product talked with HI about the stop and what he's hearing from the Hawkeyes and others.


Class of 2017 Devin Gilmore Visits MSU

Class of 2017 prospect Devin Gilmore talked about his unofficial visit to Mississippi State.


Tar Heels Impress Labissiere

Skal Labissiere, Scout.com’s No. 3 ranked prospect in the 2015 class, completed his official visit to UNC on Sunday and discussed the experience with InsideCarolina.com.


Morgan down to two, decision this week

Juwan Morgan, a top 100 prospect out of Waynesville (Mo.) Senior, will announce his college decision this week.


Adebayo Spends Day in Chapel Hill

After a stop in Raleigh last week, prized forward Edrice "Bam Bam" Adebayo took in his first UNC football game on Saturday.


Lightfoot Commits

Craig Neal scores another top Arizona hoopster. Go inside to listen to the latest Lobo commit.


Ward Excited about Wisconsin

After striking out with his teammate, Wisconsin is hoping to have better luck with Gahanna (OH) Lincoln junior center Nick Ward, who they offered late last week.


Aggies nab Hogg

Texas A&M continues to add to an excellent class with a commitment from D.J. Hogg.


2016 Combo Forward Darius Hicks Visits MSU

Class of 2016 prospect Darius Hicks of Quitman (MS) High School talked about his unofficial visit to Mississippi State as well as how his recruitment is going.


Oh, so close

IDAHO REDSHIRT FRESHMAN quarterback MATT LINEHAN got the starting nod Saturday night against ULM in a Sun Belt Conference matchup, and very nearly walked away with the win. Idaho battled back from a 10-point deficit at the start the 4th quarter to tie the game at 31-31 with 4:22 remaining. But with just 9 seconds left in the game the Warhawks punched it in for the go-ahead score and a 38-31 win.


Official Visit Recap: Juwan Morgan

2015 forward Juwan Morgan was on campus for an official visit this weekend. How did it go, and what's next for the top 100 prospect? Everything you need to know here.


Anunoby Pleased with Iowa Visit

Ogugua Anunoby took his first official visit this weekend to Iowa. The Missouri forward liked what he saw and considered committing to the Hawkeyes. He spoke with Hawkeye Insider about the visit and how it impacted his recruiting process.


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Photos: Hoops Recruits at Kenan

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. --- UNC hosted two elite post recruits this weekend. Check out photos of Skal Labissiere and Edrice Adebayo with the Tar Heel basketball team at Kenan Stadium on Saturday.


Emarius Logan to Hoop at App

Emarius Logan is a rising prospect who has given his commitment to Appalachian State Coach Jim Fox and the Mountaineers while visiting Boone. The 6'2" guard is an ankle-breaker who can distribute and score.


Nwankwo Becomes A Gopher!

The Gophers added their third commit in for the 2015 class when Florida center Jonathan Nwanko decided to pull the trigger and commit to Minnesota


Highlights: Doral Moore

Doral Moore is one of the top center prospects in 2015. Here are highlights of Moore at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


Highlights: Brandon Sampson

Brandon Sampson has one of the highest upsides out of the wings in the 2015 class. Here are highlights of Sampson at the NBPA Top 100 Camp.


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Mark Miller on MU's 2015 recruiting class

When Haanif Cheatham committed to Marquette and new coach Steve Wojciechowski on Friday, it meant that MU had just added its third Top 100 ranked recruit. Neenah's Matt Heldt and Sun Praire's Nick Noskowiak committed earlier this yr. I wanted to put this class into proper perspective so I called Mark Miller from the Wisconsin Basketball Yearbook.


Bacon pledges to Florida State

Dwayne Bacon needed just a few hours on Florida State's campus to make it official. He verbally committed to the Seminoles on Friday at the beginning of his official visit.


Perimeter trio brings FSU some firepower

Not only will Florida State be bringing in one of the best classes in the country, but it could really change some perceptions on their style of play.


VanLeer Talks Mizzou Offer And Commitment

On Friday, shortly after he gave his verbal commitment to play basketball at Missouri, 2015 SG prospect Cullen VanLeer Pacific (MO) took a few minutes to speak with ShowMeMizzou.com about his pledge to Missouri.


Noles add Beasley

Florida State got the weekend off to a great start with the commitment of Malik Beasley.


George candid about gruesome leg injury

Two weeks after he shattered his right leg and likely ended this NBA season before it began, Pacers All-Star Paul George spoke with surprising ease about the nightmarish incident.


Video: 'You just can't replace Paul George'

Pacers president Larry Bird and head coach Frank Vogel spoke Aug. 12 about losing All-Star Paul George and the challenge of playing the upcoming NBA season without him.


Hoops Targets Visit Schedule

SEP. 5 -- Here's the up-to-date list of official visits and home visits for UCLA's 2015 targets...


#51/#61 Haanif Cheatham to Marquette

Haanif Cheatham has just made an oral commitment to play for Steve Wojciechowski at Marquette. Cheatham made the announcement from his HS in Georgia. He had narrowed his selection to Marquette, California and Georgetown. We will have more information here later today.


Wojo making statement with recruiting class

He didn't have experience as a head coach coming to Marquette, but Steve Wojciechowski has proven with this class that he is an excellent recruiter.


Marquette adds Cheatham

Steve Wojciechowski added his third top 100 recruit of the 2015 class on Friday. Haanif Cheatham committed to Marquette.


2015 G/F Justin James Update

Oldsmar Christian School (Oldsmar, FL) head coach Jordan Fair talks about class of 2015 swing man Justin James' official visit to Mississippi State last weekend.


On Campus: Weekend of September 6th

A number of top 100 recruits are taking college visits this weekend. Who is going where? Scout.com has the updated list.


Tyree Chambers Interview

Providence College’s 2014 recruiting class has received a late addition to help bolster the backcourt. Late last week, Tyree Chambers, a 6’2” guard from Bayreuth, Germany committed to the Friars, joining center Paschal Chukwu, forwards Ben Bentil and Jalen Lindsey, and guard Kyron Cartwright in the incoming freshman class.


Malek Harwell's Time Is Now

Malek Harwell is antsy to make a decision. It’s time, he says, but he wants to be sure he chooses correctly. That’s why the Century High School (Pocatello, Idaho) senior shooting guard has lined up a number of official visits this fall. His first stop happens to be just three hours down the freeway.


Entrance for 'Gate 21' — Vol. CXXVIII

The InsideTennessee staff combined to put together this 2,900-plus-word installment of "Gate 21" for its site members. From recruiting to team news, sign in or subscribe now to get educated on what's going on in Big Orange Country.


Commitment Tracker: Shooting Guard

Gamecock Pride and Scout track all of the recruits offered by South Carolina as they commit.


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The Authority Report

This week's Authority Report takes a look at Arizona's basketball roster in a few years, where it stands with numerous recruits, first road starts for Arizona's last four quarterbacks, the current crop of freshmen, and more.