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College Basketball Recruiting: Greatest Asset of Each Top Player in 2014 Class

Although Andrew Wiggins’ commitment to Kansas is putting the 2013 recruiting class in today’s headlines, coaches around college basketball are well aware that it’s already time to worry about their 2014 recruits. As the nation’s best...Show More Summary

Andrew Wiggins Decision: How Great Can His One-Year Impact Be at Kansas?

There's a reason to doubt that Andrew Wiggins in one year of college can win a national title with a team full of freshmen at Kansas, and there's a reason to believe it can happen. But first, let me share a story about Bill Self. ItShow More Summary

Indiana Basketball: 5 Most Important Traits Tom Crean Looks for in a Player

The qualities that make a successful coach are often reflected in the players he recruits. Indiana's Tom Crean is no exception. When Crean accepted the job in Bloomington, several changes had to be made immediately, leading directly to the undermanned 2008-09 roster that, at one point, famously boasted only two scholarship players. Show More Summary

Duke Basketball: 5 Most Important Traits Mike Krzyzewski Looks for in a Player

Mike Krzyzewski is the winningest coach in the NCAA Division I men's basketball history. With four national championships, 957 wins, and a few more years of coaching ahead of him, Krzyzewski will finish his career as one of the greatest coaches in the history of sports. Show More Summary

Missouri Snubbed in Big 12/SEC Challenge, Paired vs. West Virginia

Missouri Tiger basketball fans who are getting accustomed to life in the Southeastern Conference will undoubtedly have their ears perk up at the idea of a Big 12/SEC basketball challenge. The Tigers have yet to face a former Big 12 school in either of the two major sports, and with this new pairing being announced, the excitement has built. Show More Summary

Games That Will Make or Break Andrew Wiggins' Freshman Season with Kansas

After what seemed like lifetimes of speculation about where the best high school player on the planet would attend college, Andrew Wiggins is officially heading west. The news of the young superstar's commitment to Bill Self comes from The Herald-Dispatch's Grant Traylor: Finally. Show More Summary

Andrew Wiggins' Decision Boosts Kansas' Recruiting Class to the Top

Five-star forward Andrew Wiggins has decided to commit to the Kansas Jayhawks. Grant Traylor of The Herald-Dispatch first reported the news: Wiggins is the No. 1 player in the 2013 class, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. Kansas...Show More Summary

Andrew Wiggins Decision: How Top Recruit Stacks Up Against Recent One-and-Dones

Andrew Wiggins, one of the most talented high-school prospects in recent memory, dominated the college basketball headlines for much of the past month as he narrowed down his college choices. He finally elected to attend Kansas over other contenders such as Kentucky, North Carolina and Florida State. Show More Summary

UNC Basketball Recruiting: No Andrew Wiggins Means Depth Will Be a Big Problem

The University of North Carolina may have taken a hit with Andrew Wiggins' decision to join the Kansas Jayhawks, but it's hardly the end of the world for the Tar Heels. There is still loads of talent and potential on this team that could easily make a deep run in the tournament. Show More Summary

NCAA Basketball Preseason Top 25 Rankings 2013: Post-Andrew Wiggins Signing

Please note in history that May 14 was the day that Andrew Wiggins announced his college decision, and ALLOWED THE REST OF US TO GO ON WITH OUR LIVES!!! Oh and also make a preseason top 25 that was not full of "well if Wiggins goes here,...Show More Summary

Kentucky Basketball Recruiting: Will 'Cats Be Better off Without Andrew Wiggins?

It's tough to believe that your team will be better off when you miss out on the No. 1 overall recruit. But that's exactly the case for Kentucky basketball when Andrew Wiggins decided to take his talents to Kansas. Sure, Wiggins is a can't-miss prospect. Show More Summary

Bama to play Texas Tech on November 14

They are including Texas Tech's return trip as part of the Big 12/SEC Challenge. We play them in Tuscaloosa on Thursday, November 14. It will be the first game of the challenge. The other matchups are: Vandy at Texas auburn at Iowa State West...Show More Summary

Andrew Wiggins Decision: Why Kansas Had to Be the Choice for His Legacy

It's difficult to imagine that his legacy was weighing on the mind of Andrew Wiggins when he decided he would play his college basketball at Kansas. This is a guy who didn't want his announcement on television. He wanted only one reporter—the local newspaper guy—to be there, and there were no hats (that we know of) involved. Show More Summary

All Eyes on 5-Star SG Rashad Vaughn Following Andrew Wiggins' Decision

Andrew Wiggins has finally made his choice of college known. The ultra-talented swingman will play at least one season with the Kansas Jayhawks, per Jim Halley of USA Today. By not choosing the Kentucky Wildcats, Wiggins took a huge step away from receiving LeBron James-like hate from the masses. Show More Summary

Twitter Reacts to Andrew Wiggins Committing to Kansas

The most coveted high school basketball recruit in recent memory, Andrew Wiggins has made his decision, committing to Kansas next season according to Herald-Dispatch sports reporter Grant Traylor: Prior to Tuesday's announcement, Wiggins...Show More Summary

Duke Basketball: Ranking the 5 Greatest Point Guards in Blue Devil History

Playing point guard at Duke is one of the more prestigious positions in all of sports. As a point guard himself, Mike Krzyzewski has recruited and tutored some truly great players at that position. Point guard play, therefore, has been at the center of Duke’s rise to a national power. Show More Summary

Kentucky Basketball: What's Next for Wildcats Following Andrew Wiggins' Decision

After a long and drawn-out recruiting saga, superstar prospect Andrew Wiggins elected to sign with Kansas, spurning the Kentucky Wildcats in the process. Grant Taylor of the Huntington Herald-Dispatch reported the coveted 5-star prospect's...Show More Summary

Kansas Basketball: What Andrew Wiggins Brings to Jayhawks

The most hyped high school basketball prospect since LeBron James has finally landed. As first reported by Grant Traylor of The Herald-Dispatch of Huntington, W.Va., all-everything forward Andrew Wiggins is set sign his letter of intent at Kansas: A 5-star recruit from Canada, Wiggins' decision has been a long time coming. Show More Summary

Andrew Wiggins Video: Highlights of Kansas' Newest Superstar

Renowned 5-star basketball prospect Andrew Wiggins made his college decision on Tuesday, choosing the University of Kansas. Grant Traylor of The Herald-Dispatch broke the news: Andrew Wiggins will be attending Kansas — Grant TraylorShow More Summary

Florida State Basketball: What's Next for FSU After Andrew Wiggins' Decision?

After months of chasing the top high school player in the nation, the Florida State Seminoles must now restructure their game plan. According to Grant Traylor, who is a sports reporter for The Herald-Dispatch in Huntington, W.Va., 5-star small forward Andrew Wiggins has committed to the Kansas Jayhawks: Wiggins is the top-ranked small forward and No. Show More Summary

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