Evansville Basketball: David Ragland is adding new history to his hometown Purple Aces

In need of a program resurrection, Evansville basketball turned to David Ragland. He has the Aces 6-0 for the first time since 1964-65. Few people understand the meaning of basketball to the Evansville community quite like David Ragland. The 42-year-old grew up in the Crescent Valley, attended Evansville basketball games with his family in his … Continue reading Evansville Basketball: David Ragland is adding new history to his hometown Purple Aces

Iowa State Basketball: Milan Momcilovic’s offense could create perfect storm for Cyclones

Iowa State has been a defensive juggernaut of late, but the offense that Milan Momcilovic provides could create a perfect storm for the Cyclones. Over the past two seasons, only four college basketball programs have ranked in the top 10 in KenPom adjusted defense: Houston, Tennessee, San Diego State and Iowa State. For the most … Continue reading Iowa State Basketball: Milan Momcilovic’s offense could create perfect storm for Cyclones

Michigan Basketball: A fearless Dug McDaniel makes opponents fearful of the Wolverines

Dug McDaniel appears to be making "The Leap" as a sophomore. As he bursts into stardom, Michigan basketball is already proving doubters wrong. Michigan was picked to finish 10th in the Big Ten media poll this season, and the team did not earn a single preseason all-conference selection. After all, the Wolverines lost their leading … Continue reading Michigan Basketball: A fearless Dug McDaniel makes opponents fearful of the Wolverines

Campbell Basketball: Unique sophomore Anthony Dell’Orso is an under-the-radar pro prospect

Campbell basketball is headed to the CAA this season. In the new league, Anthony Dell'Orso could continue to blossom into a pro prospect. Australia has built a reputation for churning out big guards, whether sending them to the NBA or the college ranks. Dante Exum was a draftee in that mold, followed quickly by Josh … Continue reading Campbell Basketball: Unique sophomore Anthony Dell’Orso is an under-the-radar pro prospect

Aidan Mahaney raises Saint Mary’s ceiling higher than ever

WCC coaches picked Saint Mary’s basketball — not Gonzaga — to win the league in 2023-24. can Aidan Mahaney help the Gaels reach their potential? In nine of the last 12 campaigns, Saint Mary’s has finished in the KenPom top 40, reaching the NCAA Tournament six times in that span. And how many Sweet 16 … Continue reading Aidan Mahaney raises Saint Mary’s ceiling higher than ever