Zion Williamson has been viewed as the presumptive No. 1 overall pick since his breakout performance against Kentucky. But despite his incredible potential and even more incredible marketability, one coach thinks that one of Zion’s Duke teammates deserves to be drafted ahead of him. Per the New York Post, RJ Barrett’s high school coach, Kevin […]
Read MoreDuke Announces Which Player Is Getting Zion Williamson’s Jersey Number
Zion Williamson spent just one season at Duke, but the five-star forward made quite an impact in Durham during 2018-19. He’s one of the most-popular Blue Devils players of all-time and, despite the disappointing NCAA Tournament finish, remains a fan favorite. The probable No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft sported the No. 1 […]
Read MoreDuke, Kansas Stars Among Favorites For CBB’s Top Award
It may be pretty hard for any player to top what Zion Williamson did in college basketball last year, but the 2019-20 season is still guaranteed to have some star players provide us with memorable moments. Some of the returning stars for several of the sport’s top programs are poised to win one of college […]
Read MoreHow Much Zion Williamson’s Sneaker Deal Could Be Worth
Zion Williamson is the biggest NBA prospect in years, and arguably the biggest since LeBron James. As such, he’s in line for a massive sneaker deal that could be record-breaking. According to sneaker analyst Matt Powell of NPD Group in an interview with Yahoo! Finance, Zion is likely to sign with whichever sneaker company “offers […]
Read More4-Star SF Cam’Ron Fletcher Gives Update On His Recruitment
Cam’Ron Fletcher is one of the rising names in the 2020 recruiting class. He’s already the No. 36 player in the 2020 class, and could be on the rise. 247Sports ranks him No. 10 among small forwards, and second in the state of Missouri for the class. Cuonzo Martin’s in-state Mizzou Tigers are hard after […]
Read MoreZion Williamson Said He Was Snubbed By Anthony Davis, John Wall When He Was Younger
Over the last two years, Zion Williamson went from internet dunking phenom, to blue-chip recruit, to Duke superstar, and now, the presumptive No. 1 pick in the NBA Draft. Obviously, that wasn’t always the case. Back when he was younger, before he became a viral sensation and then proved that he could dominate the college […]
Read MoreFormer Duke Star Trajan Langdon Lands New Major NBA Job
A former Duke men’s basketball star has reportedly landed a major new NBA job, according to insider Shams Charania. Trajan Langdon, who starred at Duke from 1994-1999, has reportedly landed an NBA general manager job. The former Blue Devils standout has been hired by the New Orleans Pelicans. Langdon will serve as the GM under […]
Read More5-Star SG Brandon Boston Down To 4 Schools
AuburnBrandon Boston Jr., a five-star shooting guard out of Atlanta, just announced the four schools that he will be moving forward with in his recruitment. Boston is from SEC country, and the league is well represented in his final schools. Three of the four finalists are from the SEC. ACC powerhouse Duke joins Auburn, Florida, […]
Read MoreZion Williamson’s HS Coach Confirms His Plans For NBA Draft
Zion Williamson’s high school basketball coach has confirmed his former star player’s plans for the 2019 NBA Draft. There will be no threatening of a trade or a considering of a return to Duke. Williamson, the probable No. 1 overall pick in June’s NBA Draft, is reportedly honored to play for the New Orleans Pelicans. […]
Read MoreJoe Lunardi Updates His 4 Projected No. 1 Seeds For 2020 NCAA Tournament
We’re only a month removed from the end of the NCAA Tournament, but predictions are already being made for the 2020 NCAA Tournament. Among them is one from top ESPN bracketology analyst Joe Lunardi, who gave an early look into the top four seeds in 2020. Coming from the Midwest is presumptive No. 1 overall […]
Read MoreSI Updates NBA Mock Draft After Lottery
While the NBA Playoffs haven’t lacked drama, the dominant storyline in the sport this week is the NBA Draft Lottery. On Tuesday, the New Orleans Pelicans became the shocking winners of the Zion Williamson sweepstakes. The franchise, which may have to move on from its last No. 1 pick in Anthony Davis, jumped up with […]
Read MoreZion Williamson’s Stepfather Addresses Idea Of His Stepson Returning To Duke
The New Orleans Pelicans won the NBA Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, which means they have the rights to the No. 1 pick in this year’s NBA Draft. Most assume that they’ll take former Duke star Zion Williamson. Williamson reportedly was “rooting” for the New York Knicks to get the first pick, and his reaction […]
Read MoreCollege Basketball Insider Addresses Possibility Of Zion Returning To Duke
The New Orleans Pelicans’ win in the 2019 NBA Draft Lottery actually has some people speculating about Zion Williamson deciding to return to Duke for his sophomore season. The projected No. 1 overall pick could technically withdraw from the draft if he wanted to. Even ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst says the league is buzzing […]
Read MoreCBS CBB Analyst Drops Michigan From Top 25 Completely With John Beilein Departure
Less than a week ago, CBS Sports‘ Gary Parrish had Michigan basketball at No. 16 in his “Top 25 plus 1” rankings. The Wolverines are set to lose a trio of talented players, but John Beilein’s presence was a serious steadying force. Now, with Beilein’s abrupt departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers, there is a lot […]
Read MoreTechnically, Zion Williamson Could Avoid Playing For The Pelicans By Returning To Duke
The New Orleans Pelicans won the NBA Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, which means that, in all likelihood, they’re going to be able to draft former Duke star Zion Williamson next month. But what if Williamson really doesn’t like the idea of playing for the franchise? Zion reportedly was “rooting” for New York – which […]
Read MoreNBA Insider: Zion Williamson Was “Rooting” For Knicks To Land No. 1 Pick
Despite entering the night tied for the best odds to land the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NBA draft, only one of three teams landed inside the top-three. The New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns and Cleveland Cavaliers entered Tuesday night with the best shot at Duke’s Zion Williamson, but saw their dreams fade. […]
Read MoreZion Williamson Admits He Didn’t Really Want To Leave Duke
With the NBA Draft Lottery taking place tonight, every team will be hoping the odds are in their favor so they can land the No. 1 overall pick. As you’d expect, almost every prediction has Zion Williamson becoming the top selection regardless of which team is first on the board. In his only season of […]
Read MoreZion Williamson Reveals How He Reacted After Injury This Season
It’s been several months since Zion Williamson’ infamous shoe-breaking injury against UNC that nearly cost him the remainder of his college basketball career. Ahead of the upcoming NBA Draft lottery, Zion was asked to recount the moment the infamous injury took place. Williamson suffered the injury in the first minute of his first career game […]
Read More4-Star Former Duke Signee Boogie Ellis Announces New Commitment
Four-star guard and former Duke signee Boogie Ellis has a new home. Ellis announced his commitment to Memphis moments ago. Ellis decommitted from Duke on May 2, asking out of his NLI. The Blue Devils granted that request, and he was immediately linked to Memphis. Ellis visited the Tigers last week, and didn’t waste much […]
Read MoreAnalyst: Dwayne Haskins, Rashan Gary Among NFL Rookies That Should ‘Redshirt’
Most NFL teams don’t draft players in the first round to have them ride the bench. The situation is a bit different for quarterbacks, but even many of them will play right away. This year’s crop may be a bit different, but it goes on a team-by-team basis. In Arizona, Kyler Murray has all but […]
Read MoreUSC Guard Derryck Thornton Will Be A Grad Transfer
It appears the transfer market for college hoops will have another marquee option on the table. USC guard Derryck Thornton is reportedly leaving the program as a graduate transfer. Over the past two seasons with the Trojans, Thornton’s role has increased. He did start 27 games in his junior campaign, averaging 7.7 points and 4.3 […]
Read More5-Star SF Jalen Johnson Updates Status Of Final Four Schools, Commitment Timeline
Five-star small forward Jalen Johnson is one of the many blue-chip players whose recruitment has heated up in a big way in recent weeks. Johnson is one of the top available players in the 2020 class. Last week, he announced the four schools he is focusing on. The Wisconsin native has his home state Badgers […]
Read MoreFormer Duke 4-Star Commit Boogie Ellis Taking Major Visit Today
Former Duke four-star commit Boogie Ellis is reportedly taking a visit to another major program today, according to CBS Sports’ Gary Parrish. Ellis, the No. 6 combo guard in the 2019 class, backed out of his commitment to the Blue Devils earlier this month. The four-star recruit cited Tre Jones’ return for his sophomore season […]
Read More5-Star PG Jeremy Roach Announces Commitment
Paul IV Catholic point guard Jeremy Roach knows where he wants to play his college basketball. On Wednesday afternoon, Roach posted a video of his highlights along with his commitment at the end. So where is the five-star point guard recruit headed? He’ll be playing his college ball in Durham. Roach considered Kentucky, North Carolina […]
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