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King's Court is back and better than ever as we take a comprehensive look at the national scene, starting with UK's point guard woes. King's Court »Pearl: PG play vital »Bilas: Top five big men Insider

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    Andy Katz and Dana O'Neil wrap up the action at the Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden.

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    Dave Telep breaks down Karl Towns' switch to the class of 2014 and commitment to Kentucky.

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Bryce Drew's heroics put Valpo on the map 15 years ago. Now he's trying to do it again from the bench. Mag »

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50 IN 50: MOST SUCCESSFUL PROGRAMS

We came up with a point system to rank the 50 most successful programs of the past 50 years. Who made the cut? Top 50 program profiles

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Dana O'Neil
Rick Majerus did it his way, always

Life didn't offer Rick Majerus handouts or fast tracks. Instead, it offered him opportunities -- and he attacked every one in his own unique way, partnering curiosity with intellect to form a successful career despite a litany of hurdles.

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Eamonn Brennan
No surprise in Kentucky loss to Irish

Notre Dame's 64-50 upset of Kentucky was less a statement about Mike Brey's efficient Irish team than a credit to John Calipari's remarkable tenure at Kentucky.

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John Gasaway
Unranked and unappreciated

John Gasaway identifies three teams that are not currently ranked in the Top 25, but will make some noise this season.

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Jason King
Blue Devils cook up an Atlantis title

Duke is exceeding expectations because it's getting contributions from all over the court. Quinn Cook was the latest to step up in Saturday's Battle 4 Atlantis title-game win over No. 2 Louisville.

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Robbi Pickeral
Duke makes point with comeback

A year after the Buckeyes shellacked Duke, the second-ranked Blue Devils rallied their way back from a 10-point deficit not only to avenge last season's loss but to make their case as the top team in the nation.

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Miles Simon
Is Florida the SEC's best team?

Miles Simon breaks down the SEC team playing the best basketball right now, the Florida Gators, and looks at their chances to win the league as well as some of their top challengers.

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Dick Vitale
Seven surprise teams in 2012

It's still early in the college basketball season, but a number of teams are already making waves and exceeding expectations, led by the unbeaten Hokies down at Virginia Tech.

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Gene Wojciechowski
Rick Majerus gave his heart and help

They say Rick Majerus died of heart failure. They're wrong. The Rick Majerus I knew was all heart. His life, all 64 years of it, was a breadcrumb trail of random acts of kindness.

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ANDY KATZ'S 3-POINT SHOT

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SMU's success, Sydney Johnson's extension and mid-major realignment are in the 3-point shot. Katz

RECRUITING NATION

What type of impact will realignment have on hoops recruiting? Our experts debate. Roundtable Insider

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ESPNU College Basketball

Andy Katz and Seth Greenberg talk to San Diego State coach Steve Fisher about one of the best stories in college hoops. Plus, the guys remember Rick Majerus with Mike DeCourcy.

ESPNU College Basketball

Andy Katz and Seth Greenberg talk to Indiana coach, Tom Crean about his number 1 team in the nation. Plus, Eamonn Brennan stops by to talk about Notre Dame-Kentucky.

ESPNU College Basketball

Andy Katz and Seth Greenberg discuss the impact of Gorgui Dieng's injury for Louisville and the double whammy UCLA endured this weekend. Plus, they preview the week in college hoops.

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Jim Boeheim, Syracuse

Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim says he's not a fan of conference realignment but understands the reasons for it. Boeheim also discusses this year's Syracuse squad.

John Calipari, Kentucky

Kentucky coach John Calipari talks about the Wildcats' 4-1 start, recruiting, how his freshmen have fared, the one-and-done rule and more.

One Big Thing

Scott Van Pelt expresses his emotions as his alma mater, the University of Maryland, has announced that it will move to the Big Ten.

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