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Rise and Fall: Big 12 Program Review

Shawn Siegel — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:13:58 -0700

Like civilizations, all great basketball programs eventually fall.. replaced by an upstart newcomer. In this week's Rise & Fall series, we'll take a look at which BCS programs are rising, falling, or merely treading water. Up today, the:

BIG 12

BAYLOR - RISING (QUICKLY)

The Bears RPI has jumped from 257th in 2005 to 43rd last year, and the future looks even brighter. With stud prospects like Cory Jefferson, Quincy Acy, and Perry Jones locked up in upcoming classes, Sweet Sixteen caliber teams are possible.

COLORADO - DECLINING (SLOWLY)

While last season was an improvement over a disastrous 2007 (just 7 D1 wins), its hard to say things are going in the right direction. Roby and Hall are gone, and the Buffs will be banking on a handful of potentially decent, yet unproven, recruits. I trust Bzdelik to turn things around eventually, but it might be another season or two before they're plugged into the rising category.

IOWA STATE - DECLINING (SLOWLY)

The Cyclones are in a similar situation to Colorado: coming off a couple sad seasons, with a handful of solid recruits to provide hope, but way to much uncertainty to expect anything but minimal success.

KANSAS - STATUS QUO

Nothing wrong with the status quo when you're coming off a well-deserved NCAA Tournament title. There will no doubt be a bit of a setback this season, but Bill Self is going about rebuilding the talent base in the right manner. What's most impressive about the five Top 60 quality prospects joining the program this fall, is that all should be around for at least a couple of seasons before bolting for the NBA.

KANSAS STATE - DECLINING (SLOWLY)

Considering last year's Wildcats featured one of the best pro talents in recent memory, the 20-12 record and RPI of 50 is rather blah. While there's still some talent on the roster, 6 or 7 wins in the league would have to be considered quite an accomplishment. Frank Martin hasn't proven to anybody that he can coach, so he'll need to pull off some Hugginsesque recruiting steals down the line.

NEBRASKA - STATUS QUO

The Huskers have been hanging around the 90-100 RPI range for almost 8 years now. This year's team also figures to be completely mediocre, and there's no reason to expect much deviation down the line. The epitome of the status quo designation.

MISSOURI - STATUS QUO

A lot of analysts expect big things from Missouri this year, but I'm not on the bandwagon. The reality is that the Tigers haven't broken through the 20-win mark since 2003, and another 17-18 win season seems likely in 08-09. Last year's 6-10 conference record was a disappointment, and the graduation of Stefhon Hannah and the recent transfer of Keon Lawrence (to Seton Hall) doesn''t help the cause.

OKLAHOMA - RISING

The return of Blake Griffin was huge news for Sooners fans. Credit his arrival for helping turn a dismal RPI of 102 in 2007 to a solid 29th last year. Even bigger things are expected this time around as Griffin returns, and another stud prospect, Will Warren, joins the program. There's simply a very positive vibe surrounding the program now that Jeff Capel has settled in, and big things are possible down the line.

OKLAHOMA STATE - DECLINING (SLOWLY)

It was only a handful of years ago that Oklahoma State was consistently a Top 10-quality team. Mercifully, the Sean Sutton experiment is now over, and Cowboy fans can look forward to the Travis Ford era. Sutton just wasn't winning enough league games, and though James Anderson was a nice catch, the overall talent level has been slipping. It will take some time for Ford to turn things around, but he will.

TEXAS - RISING (SLOWLY)

Rick Barnes has slowly built up Texas into one of the country's best programs. There's so much depth on the roster that despite losing star DJ Augustin, most consider the Horns a lock to win the Big 12 title. Eventually the good run will plateau, but I think there's room for improvement left to come.

TEXAS A&M - RISING (SLOWLY)

Following the meteoric rise under Billy Gillispie, anything Mark Turgeon does will seem ordinary. Still, Turgeon can coach, and the program is bringing in better talent than it has in years. David Lobeau and Dashan Harris are legit finds, who should help ease the losses of Kirk, Jones, and Jordan.

TEXAS TECH - STATUS QUO

Similar to Nebraska above, but at a slightly higher level, the Raiders seem destined to hover around mediocrity for the next handful of seasons. The Knight's don't really bring in the top prospects anymore, but they also manage to bring in just enough talent to prevent any dismal stretches.

- up next is the Big Ten -

2008 Draft: Second Round Gems

Jason Brubaker — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:29:15 -0700

They don't get to shake David Stern's hand. They don't get to show off new suits, try on their team hats, or get interviewed by Stephen A. Smith. Occasionally, the television audience has to wait until the commercial break ends to see who was selected. They only get to listen to the analysts talk about them for about two minutes before they move onto the next pick. Yes...the life of a second-rounder isn't easy.

But every year, it seems there's a few picks who not only stick in the league, but make a name for themselves. Stars like Gilbert Arenas, Carlos Boozer, Manu Ginobili, Monta Ellis and Michael Redd all had to wait until the second round to hear their names called. Last year, second-rounders Carl Landry, Glen Davis and Ramon Sessions all showed some promise, and should be around for a while.

So who are this year's diamonds in the rough. Here's some second-rounders who you might be hearing about this coming season.

Mario Chalmers (34 - Minnesota, traded to Miami): The hero of the national championship game, Chalmers was thought to be on the first-round bubble, meaning the Heat got great value by acquiring him in the second round. Chalmers isn't a pure point guard, but he has some play-making skills, a high basketball IQ, is a willing defender and can knock down shots. He brings a winning attitude, and is mature enough to come and compete for playing time right away. Chalmers reminds me a little of Chris Duhon in that he plays well within his own abilities, although I think Chalmers will be a better player. Look for him to earn plenty of minutes this season alongside Dwyane Wade in the backcourt.

DeAndre Jordan (35 - LA Clippers): Now I've spent plenty of time ripping Jordan for coming out when he clearly wasn't ready, but at the 35^th pick, he could prove to be a great value. Jordan has great size and is incredibly athletic, and if he ever puts it together, he could be a very good player. In the lottery, where teams are looking for immediate help, he would have been a reach. But picking him here, the Clippers take very little risk, and they can sit him on the bench for a couple years to let him develop. Check back in about two years on him.

Kyle Weaver (38 - Charlotte): Weaver should be a great fit in Larry Brown's system. Weaver has the size to play off the ball, but also possesses enough playmaking ability to run the point on occasion. He's a great defender, and is willing to do the little things to help the team. He isn't a great shooter, and isn't always aggressive on the offensive end, but his defensive prowess and toughness could earn him a place in the Bobcats rotation by season's end.

Chris Douglas-Roberts (40 - New Jersey): CDR may prove to be the steal of the draft in the second-round. How does a first-team All-American who helped lead his team to the national title game fall this far? Questions about his outside shot, athleticism and unorthodox style may have hurt him, but I think the Nets will love him. He's similar to Rip Hamilton in build, wiry strong with long arms that help him on defense. He has a great mid-range game, and while it's not always pretty, it is effective. He brings a winning mentality, and he's not afraid to take big shots. Only time will tell, but I think CDR could make a lot of teams regret passing on him.

Bill Walker (47 - Washington, traded to Boston): Walker has first-round talent, but his injury history held him back. If healthy, he will be as explosive as anyone in the league, capable of rising up at any time for a vicious dunk. He has an improving shot, and is a solid defender when he chooses to put forth the effort. He's a bit of a hot-head, but going to a veteran locker room like the Celtics should help him mature. He may not see much time early in his career, but there's no question he has the talent to stick around for quite a while.

Richard Hendrix (49 - Golden State): Hendrix is a little undersized for power forward, but he's a productive player who crashes the glass hard. The Warriors are always looking for big guys who can help them down low, and getting Hendrix here is a great pick. He brings a lot of physical toughness, something the Warriors need in the paint. Coach Don Nelson is notoriously tough on rookies, so he may not see a lot of time this season, but he should be a solid role player for many years.

James Gist (57 - San Antonio): This one may surprise people, but I was pretty high on Gist coming into the draft. He's still more of an athlete than a basketball player, but give me a 6'9" guy with a 35+ inch vertical any day. If he makes the team, he'll be able to learn from one of the best coaches in the league, not to mention arguably the best power forward of all time in Tim Duncan. Gist likely will never be more than a role player, but he has the potential to bring some energy, defense and rebounding off the bench. I wouldn't be surprised to see him stick in the league for awhile, even if it's not with the Spurs.

Poll: Who is the Draft's Top Center Prospect?

Shawn Siegel — Mon, 12 May 2008 08:24:58 -0700

DeAndre Jordan: NBA Draft Profile

Jeff Fox — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 08:58:33 -0700

DeAndre Jordan

College: Texas A&M

Class: Freshman?

Position: C

Height: 7’0”

Weight: 240lbs

Accolades: Third Team Parade All-American – high school (07), USA U-19 Team (07), Two-time All-State – Texas – high school.

Scouting Report: A big man with big “upside”

Strengths: Long wingspan – blocks and alters shots with it. Soft hands in the post – catches difficult passes and converts. Good springs – can get off the floor. Can run the floor well for a big body. Good at getting post position. Solid rebounder. Shoots for a very high percentage from the field.

Weaknesses: Still more prospect than NBA player right now – will need time to develop. Very inexperienced – only played one season of college ball and didn’t play huge minutes (about 20/game). Productivity declined as his freshman season went on. Still a little clumsy. Needs to add some more muscle to his frame. Horrible free throw shooter – barely above 40%. Offensive game is still a work in progress – averages less than 10 points per game.

Projected 2008 Draft Range: Top 10 pick.

Consensus: Whichever NBA team drafts Jordan will have to be patient with him. As the Lakers can attest with Andrew Bynum, the wait could be well worth it as Jordan has all the makings of a quality NBA big.

Stats: DeAndre Jordan Stats

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NBA Draft: To Go or Not To Go

Jason Brubaker — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 07:18:16 -0700

The 2008 freshmen class may go down in history as one of the most talented classes of all-time. They breathed life into dormant programs (Kansas State), filled holes for dominant teams (UCLA, Memphis), and filled highlight reels (USC). In many case, they lived up to their extraordinary hype, and benefited not only their schools, but themselves, in their time on campus.

But with the season over, and the NBA lottery picks becoming clearer by the day, many of them are facing a tough decision right now: stay or go? The money is hard to turn down, but more than a few of these kids could use at least another year of college seasoning before they bound off to the pros. Here’s a list of who should be in and should be out of this year’s draft…although I doubt any of them will ask be asking my advice.

Definitely should

- Michael Beasley, F Kansas State: This one is a no-brainer. Beasley’s combination of size, athleticism and ball-skills have all but assured him of being the #1 pick in June. Beasley dominated the paint for the Wildcats, leading them to their first NCAA Tournament win since 1988. He finished third in the country in scoring at 26.5 points per game and first in rebounding with 12.5 boards per game. Better yet, paired next a to a solid big man in the NBA, Beasley will be able to showcase even more of his highlight-reel athleticism, as he won’t be confined to the paint as much. He hasn’t declared his intentions yet, but everyone knows he’s as good as gone. With his talent, Beasley has the chance to be a very special NBA player for a very long time. Latest Word: Going

- Derrick Rose, G Memphis: Again, practically a no-brainer. Rose has terrific size and athletic ability for a point guard, and his understanding of how to run a team has improved throughout the season. On an explosive team, Rose has learned when to look for teammates and when to look for his own shot, not as easy when it sounds when that team is also eyeing a national title. Rose has been at his best in the NCAA Tournament, being named the South Region’s MVP, while averaging just over 20 points and 6 assists per game. He is likely to declare, and shouldn’t fall out of the top three, possible even challenging Beasley for the top spot overall depending on the draft order. Latest Word: Going

- Kevin Love, F/C, UCLA: Love is slightly different than Beasley and Rose in that his stock is all over the board right now. While everyone loves his basketball IQ and toughness, others still say his lack of athleticism will hurt in the NBA. However, he’s shown tremendous leadership in the NCAA Tournament, putting the Bruins on his back and doing whatever is needed for the win. Another year in college isn’t going to give him a 40-inch vertical, and the risk of injury is always a concern. Love provides great intangibles, and with his post-season play fresh in scouts’ minds, he could become a high lottery pick, despite the doubts. Latest Word: Going

Hard to blame them

- Jerryd Bayless, G, Arizona: Bayless is an undersized shooting guard in the mold of Monta Ellis or Ben Gordon, so he’s definitely skilled enough to play in the league next season. However, as with all undersized shooting guards, scouts questions his play-making ability and willingness to set up his teammates for shots. With Coach Lute Olson scheduled to return next year, meaning the return to an up-tempo game, Bayless should get more of an opportunity to showcase some point guard skills, even with talented freshman Brandon Jennings coming in. However, if Bayless does declare, he shouldn’t fall out of the lottery, and could go top-10, due his lethal scoring ability. Latest Word: Going

- OJ Mayo, G USC: Mayo’s game has been picked apart more than anyone’s in this class, probably because he has been a national name since he was a 7^th-grader averaging 24 points a game for the varsity team at Rose Hill Christian in Ashland, Ky. At his best, Mayo is a terrific athlete capable of carrying a team on his back with his scoring ability. However, he still struggles with shot selection and decision-making, although these improved throughout the season. A bit undersized for the “2” in the NBA, Mayo likely needs to show some improved decision-making with the ball before jumping into the draft, but he’ll still be a high pick should he declare. His game could use another year of seasoning in college, but it’s hard to fault him if he does leave. On the right team with some veteran teammates, Mayo has the potential to develop into a great NBA player. Latest Word: Going

- Eric Gordon, G Indiana : For much of the year, Gordon showcased the explosiveness and scoring ability that made him one of the most highly-sought after recruits in the country. However, his play noticeably tailed off late in the year, as he struggled with shot selection and defense. The Hoosiers’ play mirrored Gordon’s, as a promising season ended with a whimper in a first round loss to Arkansas in the tournament, no doubt some of due to the Kelvin Sampson fiasco in February. Like Bayless, Gordon likely needs to show more point-guard skills, but he’ll still be a high lottery pick, so it’s hard to tell him to stay. Considering the uncertainty regarding the sanctions at IU, Gordon might be better served to make the leap and spend a couple years developing with an NBA team instead of on a depleted Indiana roster. Latest Word: Going

Need to come back

- DeAndre Jordan, C Texas A&M: Let’s see…7.9 points per game, 6 rebounds per game. Does that sound like a lottery pick to you? Me neither. Jordan undoubtedly has the potential to be a very good pro, given his size and athleticism. But no one can argue that has plenty of work to do before he gets to that point. Projected to go somewhere in the 6-12 range, Jordan is likely to leave, but I have a hard time believing he wouldn’t be better served spending another year in College Station honing his game and his work ethic than spending two or three years on the bench in Seattle or Memphis. Jordan will need plenty of coaching at the next level, and there’s no guarantee he’ll ever develop to his full potential if he leaves early. Jordan has virtually no offensive moves, and relies solely on his athletic ability to score points. With the right coach, he could follow the Andrew Bynum path to success in the league. However, he’s just as likely to become another Stromile Swift if he leaves now – a talented athlete who bounces around teams because his skills never developed. Latest Word: Going

- Bill Walker, G/F, Kansas State: Walker’s biggest problem to date seems to be between his ears. A ridiculous athlete, Walker could play right now in the NBA based on his hops and speed. However, a quick temper has hurt him this season, as he grows visibly frustrated when things don’t go his way, and he takes himself out of the game mentally when that happens. When focused, Walker has a developing perimeter shot and lethal slashing ability, evidenced by his 22 points against Kansas, 31 against Xavier, and 30 against California. However, he also took himself out of games by losing his temper, notably with one point against Texas and nine in a rematch with Kansas. One more year would certainly help Walker mature a little, and he could raise his stock to become a guaranteed first-round and possible lottery pick. Latest Word: Probably

- Anthony Randolph, F LSU: Randolph has the skill level to compete right now, but he is painfully thin and needs to add strength before trying to bang down low. Randolph, who is listed at 6’11” and 220 pounds, has solid post moves and the quickness to beat defenders off the dribble. He also has a solid jumper, and plays with a high intensity level. He’s an intriguing prospect right now, and some mock drafts have him going as high as the top seven. There’s no guarantee another year on campus will dramatically improve his size either, but like with Jordan, I’d like to see him spend another year on campus improving and playing than hunkered down at the end of an NBA bench. Randolph would be wise to look at the minutes Brandan Wright has received this year for Golden State instead of vying for a championship ring with UNC before he makes his decision. Latest Word: Going

- Blake Griffin, F Okalahoma: Griffin has a solid game right now, and there’s no question he’ll eventually be a good pro. But with some nagging injuries this year, as well as some erratic play at times, another year of school could help Griffin improve his consistency. Griffin is a tremendous athlete who has his motor running at all times, but his game could use a little polish before he heads off to the pros. Some have compared Griffin to Carlos Boozer for his physical style of play, not a bad comparison, but still a little premature. One more year to fine-tune his game, and Griffin could find himself as a top-5 pick in the 2009 draft. Latest Word: Staying

Picture of the Day: NCAA Tournament's Joy & Agony

Shawn Siegel — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 07:26:26 -0700

Thanks to our friends over at Icon Sports Media, we now have access to thousands of great college basketball photos to use on the site. Each day, CHN will feature a Picture of the Day, which might include a newsworthy, funny, or simply interesting subject. At the bottom will be a caption or headline that might be informative or amusing. The possibilities are endless!

The Joy of Victory & The Agony of Defeat

Even though this picture is a couple days old, from UCLA's hard fought victory over Texas A&M, I still thought it worthy of being today's Picture of the Day. No one image taken during this year's NCAA Tournament sums up better the joy of victory and the agony of defeat..

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2008 NCAA Tournament Capsule: Texas A&M

Joel Welser — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 21:57:59 -0700

Texas A&M Aggies

Big 12 (24-10, 8-8)

Seed: #9

West Region

RPI: 39

Big Wins: 1/30 Texas (80-63), 2/2 Oklahoma (60-52), 3/5 at Baylor (71-57)

Bad Losses: 1/16 at Texas Tech (53-68), 2/16 Oklahoma State (54-59), 2/23 Nebraska (59-65)

Last NCAA Appearance: 2007, Sweet Sixteen loss to Memphis

Coach: Mark Turgeon (2-1 in 1 NCAA appearance)

Probable Starters:

Donald Sloan, Sophomore, Guard, 9.4 ppg, 3.4 apg, 4.0 rpg

Dominique Kirk, Senior, Guard, 8.6 ppg, 3.5 apg, 3.4 rpg

Josh Carter, Junior, Guard, 11.9 ppg, 4.0 rpg

Joseph Jones, Senior, Forward, 10.4 ppg, 5.1 rpg

DeAndre Jordan, Freshman, Center, 8.2 ppg, 6.2 rpg, 1.3 bpg

Key Roleplayers:

Derrick Roland, Sophomore, Guard, 5.8 ppg, 1.1 apg

Bryan Davis, Sophomore, Forward, 8.6 ppg, 4.9 rpg, 1.1 bpg

Why They Can Surprise:

Texas A&M has a couple dominating big men in senior Joseph Jones and freshman DeAndre Jordan. Both are solid post scorers and Jones will even occasionally step outside and hit a three-ball. That is good for stretching out the defense, but sometimes Jones will be a little too much perimeter orientated. Jordan, a seven-footer, is a better shot blocker and can be an intimidating presence on the defensive end.

The Aggies should play through their big men a lot more than they do, but they still do a decent job sharing the ball in general. It is just that many times that sharing the ball results in a bad shot. Dominique Kirk and Donald Sloan are both decent ballhandlers and average over three assists per game. Kirk spends more time on the perimeter, but Sloan does a decent job using his strength and speed to get to the basket.

Why They Can Disappoint:

Usually Texas A8M will score quite a few points, but they have to work really hard for most of them. This is not a team that will get easy buckets off steals or make a lot of three-pointers. Since they can be unwilling to get the ball inside to their big men at times, the team does not even get to the free-throw line very often. And when they do they are one of the worst shooting teams from the charity stripe in the nation. The lack of depth can be a concern as well. Yet, foul trouble is rarely a problem in the frontcourt and the Aggies have a quality sixth man in 6-9 forward Bryan Davis.

Who To Watch:

Do-it-all wing Josh Carter is the team’s top scorer. He is not the type of player that will score 25 points, but he is pretty consistent game in and game out. Carter is easily the biggest threat from long range on the team, but he will use his 6-7 frame to find shots around the basket. His size and rebounding ability is one reason why Texas A&M is one of the best rebounding teams in the nation, but Carter might have to become more of a leader on the floor to help his team through their all too often scoring droughts.

By the Numbers:

Scoring Offense: 71.8 (118^th in nation, 6^th in conference)

Scoring Defense: 61.4 (32, 3)

Field-Goal Percentage: 46.6 (55, 2)

Field-Goal Defense: 38.7 (12, 2)

Three-Point Field Goals Per Game: 5.8 (244, 10)

Three-Point Field-Goal Percentage: 35.4 (151, 5)

Free-Throw Percentage: 63.5 (306, 12)

Rebound Margin: 7.3 (9, 3)

Assists Per Game: 13.4 (158, 6)

Turnovers Per Game: 12.8 (53, 3)

Joel’s Bracket Says: First Round loss to BYU

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Games of the Night: Texas A&M at Texas

Shawn Siegel — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 02:33:54 -0800

Games of the Night

A companion to our daily Three Stars of the Day, we present the top three Games of the Night.

#16 Texas A&M (20-5) at #11 Texas (21-4)

9:00 PM ESPN

The Aggies put a beating on Texas when the teams met in College Station, A&M's only true big signature win of the year. Since then, Texas has won 5 straight to move back into the conference title race.. but they've done so despite horrible shooting by star DJ Augustin. It was perhaps that game against A&M that started Augustin's slide, and things are only getting worse. He's only hit 8 of his last 38 threes (21%).. and even worse, just 15 of his last 68 shots (22%). He's bound to turn it around sometime..

Prediction: Texas

#13 Xavier (21-4) at Rhode Island (20-5)

7:00 PM

This is arguably a better game than the one above, since the better team is on the road and the spread is closer (1.5 points in XU's favor.) Rhode Island has an impressive RPI of 26 and is most likely on its way to the Big Dance. But they still need more wins, especially after a disappointing OT loss to Temple earlier in the week. A win over Xavier would be their true signature win, trumping victories against Dayton, Providence, Syracuse, and UAB.

Prediction: Rhode Island

Syracuse (17-9) at Louisville (20-6)

7:00 PM ESPN

Louisville has won 5 straight and may very well be in the Top 25 when the polls are released later today. The Cuse are obviously coming off the big win over Georgetown, but still have work to do to make the big dance. This continues a rough stretch of games for the Orange, with Notre Dame and Pittsburgh following the Cardinals. Syracuse hasn't won a big road game in a couple years.. so I don't see any reason why that trend should end. Cardinals win big.

Prediction: Louisville.

Previous Game of the Night (Predictions, 60-36)

February 16th - Stanford at Arizona (1-2)

February 14th - Wisconsin at Indiana (2-1)

February 12th - Michigan State at Purdue (2-1)

February 11th - Kansas at Texas (2-1)

February 10th - Indiana at Ohio State (2-1)

February 9th - Georgetown at Louisville (2-1)

February 7th - UCLA at Washington State (2-1)

February 6th - Duke at North Carolina (1-2)

February 5th - Florida at Tennessee (2-1)

February 4th - Gonzaga at SMC (1-2)

January 30th - Indiana at Wisconsin (1-2)

January 29th - VCU at George Mason (2-1)

January 28th - Louisville at UCONN (1-2)

January 27th - Duke at Maryland (2-1)

January 26th - Georgetown at West Virginia (3-0)

January 24rd - Dayton at Xavier (2-1)

January 22nd - Akron at Kent State (2-1)

January 21st - Drake at Creighton (1-2)

January 20th - Texas at Oklahoma State (3-0)

January 19th - Marquette at UCONN (2-1)

January 18th - Illinois State at Drake (2-1)

January 17th - Vanderbilt at Tennessee (2-1)

January 14th - Georgetown at Pittsburgh (2-1)

January 12th - Stanford at Oregon (3-0)

January 9th - Rhode Island at Dayton (2-1)

January 8th - Florida at Alabama (2-1)

January 7th - Robert Morris at Boston College (1-2)

January 6th - North Carolina at Clemson (2-1)

January 5th - Western Kentucky at South Alabama (3-0)

January 4th - American at Brown (0-3)

January 3rd - UCLA at Stanford (3-0)

January 2nd - Houston at UMASS (2-1)

Three Stars of the Day: Beasley/Walker, Thornton, Carter

Shawn Siegel — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 20:35:32 -0800

Three Stars of The Day

We handpick the best performances of the day, whether it be stat lines that make you drool, or clutch performances. Either way, its our way of showing the love:

Michael Beasley / Bill Walker - Kansas State

The duo combined for 47 points and 11 boards as K-State pulled off one of the big upsets of the year, knocking off unbeaten Kansas

Marcus Thornton - LSU

Its been a major struggle for LSU in SEC play, but they finally got a win thanks to Thornton's career-best 38 points against Auburn

Josh Carter - Texas A&M

The Aggies most consistent player had 19 points and 10 boards in an impressive win over #10 Texas

Other Top Performers

Andrew Brown - Lafayette - Hit almost half his team's field goals (11 of 25) for a career-best 34 points in a win over Army

Stephen Curry - Davidson - Another day, another big game. Scored 34 as the Wildcats won their 10th straight

Joey Dorsey - Memphis - Two games after hauling in 19 rebounds vs. Tulsa, Dorsey had 22 against Houston

Previous Stars of the Day

January 28th - Chris Godzinski, Wofford

January 27th - DeMarcus Nelson, Duke

January 26th - Hackett/Lewis/Mayo, USC

January 24th - Jerryd Bayless, Arizona

January 22nd - Patrick Patterson, Kentucky

January 21st - DJ Augustin, Texas

January 20th - Dezmon Harris, Weber State

January 19th - James Gist, Maryland

January 18th - Abbott/Harden, Arizona State

January 17th - Dionte Christmas, Temple

January 14th - Roy Hibbert, Georgetown

January 11th - Lester Hudson, Tennessee-Martin

January 9th - DJ White, Indiana

January 8th - Lester Hudson, Tennessee-Martin

January 7th - Wayne Ellington, UNC

January 6th - Shan Foster, Vanderbilt

January 5th - Damon Huffman, Brown

January 4th - Luke Harangody, Notre Dame

January 3rd - Damon Huffman, Brown

January 2nd - Martin Zeno, Texas Tech

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Poll: Best Coach in the Big 12?

Shawn Siegel — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 09:25:19 -0800