The NCAA early signing period for basketball runs from Nov. 13-20, and even with Tuesday’s commitment by Trey Lyles to Kentucky, there’s still a slew of elite prospects and future NBA lottery picks left on the board. Here’s a look at the top 10 uncommitted and committed prospects in the Class of 2014, including perhaps the projected top three overall picks in the 2015 NBA draft. [Read more…]
Illinois’ nickname is the Fighting Illini. That is a fitting name, as they fought their way to a season to remember at 22-12. As they enter the NCAA Tournament, however, we must ask—what should we know? 1. Illinois owns victories over two No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament—Gonzaga and Indiana. They won 85-74 at Gonzaga and 74-72 during a home game against Indiana. 2. Illinois has won five games by two points or less. Three of those victories have come on buzzer-beaters,