USC’s JuJu Watkins will miss the remainder of March Madness with a torn ACL

On Monday, the #1 seed USC Trojans hosted the #9 Mississippi State Bulldogs in the Round of 32. USC finished 28-3 during the regular season and 17-1 in the Big 10.  The Trojans won the Big 10 conference tournament and an automatic bid into March Madness. In the Round of 32, USC was at home […]

Zach Wolpin  •  25 Mar 2025
March Madness 2025: Five Underrated NBA Draft Prospects to Know

March Madness festivities bring more people than ever to the college game. It’s an excellent time for players to shine under the national spotlight and possibly improve their NBA draft stock. Let’s discuss five underrated 2025 NBA Draft prospects who could boost their chances with a strong tournament performance. Nique Clifford, Colorado Colorado State has […]

benpfeifer  •  24 Mar 2025
March Madness 2025: Three Underrated NBA Prospect Performances From Weekend One

The first weekend of March Madness granted us plenty of high-end prospect performances. From freshmen like Cooper Flagg, Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen dominating to college stars like Walter Clayton Jr. and Nique Clifford, there was no shortage of NBA talent on display. However, there were plenty of underrated performances that won’t make traditional headlines […]

benpfeifer  •  24 Mar 2025
A New Era in Iowa City: Ben McCollum to Take the Reins of Hawkeyes Basketball

Ben McCollum has spent his entire coaching life building something out of nothing—quietly, methodically, and with remarkable success. Now, he brings that quiet fire to one of college basketball’s brightest stages. The Iowa Hawkeyes are turning the page after 15 seasons, handing the program to a man who didn’t just win at every level he […]

Colin Lynch  •  24 Mar 2025
Niko Medved Returns to Minnesota to Lead Golden Gophers

Sometimes, the coaching carousel delivers more than just a new name at the helm. Sometimes, it offers a story of coming home. On Tuesday, Niko Medved will be officially introduced as the next head coach of Minnesota men’s basketball — a return to his roots, his alma mater, and the city that shaped him. For […]

Colin Lynch  •  24 Mar 2025
SEC’s Historic March Continues Into The Sweet Sixteen

​In the grand tapestry of college basketball, certain seasons etch themselves into history, not merely for the champions they crown but for the narratives they weave. The 2024–25 Southeastern Conference (SEC) men’s basketball season is one such chapter, a testament to dominance, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of competition.​ A Historic March: SEC’s Unprecedented Ascent […]

Colin Lynch  •  24 Mar 2025
March Madness 2025 Odds: Who Are The Betting Favorites Heading Into The Sweet 16?

March Madness is known for incredible upsets and teams making improbable runs. However, the tournament in 2025 has been chalky. The biggest upset we’ve seen is #12 McNeese vs. #5 Clemson in the Round of 64.  Other than McNeese’s win, the favorites have generally been coming out on top. This is the first tournament since […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Mar 2025
WATCH: UConn’s Danny Hurley had mixed emotions after the Huskies loss in the Round of 32

The #8 UConn Huskies had a Round of 32 matchup vs. #1 Florida on Sunday. Despite being nearly 10-point underdogs, UConn fought all game and kept it close.  In the end, Florida walked away with a narrow 77-75 victory. UConn’s freshman Liam McNeeley hit a three as time expired to make it a two-point game. […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Mar 2025
March Madness 2025: Four Standout NBA Prospects From Day Two

From the perspective of hoping for upsets and chaos, day two of March Madness disappointed again. It was an excellent day for prospects, though, as a handful of future lottery picks had excellent performances. Let’s break down four more notable prospect performances from the second day of NCAA Tournament hoops. Jeremiah Fears vs UConn 20 […]

benpfeifer  •  22 Mar 2025