Articles by David Evans (193)
Bobby Hurley, the former Duke point guard and college basketball icon, was hired as Arizona State University’s men’s basketball head coach in 2015. Eight seasons later, the Sun Devils have yet to win an NCAA Tournament game under Hurley’s leadership. With only two tournament appearances and early eliminations in each, questions about Hurley’s future at […]
As the Connecticut Huskies advance to the Sweet Sixteen in the NCAA Tournament, Dan Hurley’s coaching prowess is turning heads and attracting the attention of top basketball programs nationwide. The dynamic UConn coach, who once led Rhode Island to new heights, now has his eyes set on taking the Huskies all the way. With impressive […]
In the wake of a disappointing season for the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels, who failed to make the NCAA tournament after reaching the finals last year, a glimmer of hope emerges with the return of star player Armando Bacot. The 6’10” forward from Richmond, Virginia, ranked 21st in the 2019 ESPN 100, […]
In a surprising turn of events, top-20 recruit Trentyn Flowers has reclassified from the class of 2024 to the class of 2023. Flowers, a 6-foot-8, 180-pound small forward, is now set to join the Louisville Cardinals. Basketball Insiders predicted his destination a month ago, and now it’s official. Flowers Officially Commits to Louisville Trentyn Flowers, […]
Arizona Wildcats fans are buzzing after a disappointing exit from this year’s NCAA tournament. Some are even asking whether head coach Tommy Lloyd should be fired. Before diving into the debate, let’s take a look at Lloyd’s background, achievements, salary, buyout, and contract details. Tommy Lloyd was hired as the University of Arizona’s head basketball […]
Matt Painter, the man at the helm of Purdue basketball since 2005, now faces a tide of discontent. Before joining Purdue, Painter led the Southern Illinois Salukis to an impressive record and an NCAA tournament appearance. With Purdue, he has achieved numerous milestones, including an Elite Eight appearance in the 2018/19 season. But, after a […]
Eric Musselman, the vibrant head coach of the University of Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball team, has rapidly gained a reputation for his thrilling celebrations after NCAA tournament wins. Hired by Arkansas in 2019, Musselman has quickly become one of the most sought-after coaches in college basketball. As his team continues to dominate on the court, […]
The college basketball landscape was shaken Monday when it was announced that Ed Cooley, the former Providence head coach, would take the reins at Georgetown on a reported $6 million per year deal. Cooley’s departure from Providence has left an immediate impact, with four-star point guard and Providence commit Garwey Dual decommitting from the Friars […]
Tony Bennett, the University of Virginia’s (UVA) men’s basketball head coach, has recently faced some adversity in the NCAA Tournament. Hired by UVA in 2009 from Washington State, Bennett led the Cavaliers to the 2019 National Championship. However, since that victory, his teams have struggled to find success in the NCAA Tournament, leading to discontent […]
As the years roll on, NCAA tournament teams are gaining more experience than ever before. In this article, we’ll delve into the numbers and reasons behind this intriguing trend. According to Ken Pomeroy of KenPom.com, this year’s NCAA tournament boasts the oldest and most experienced teams in recorded history, possibly even the most seasoned lineup […]