Last Word On College Basketball

The once-loved ACC Big 10 Challenge has disappeared after new TV deals emerged and conference realignment has taken center stage. However, do not worry, as the ACC SEC Challenge steps in to give college basketball lovers yet another fun week of hoops.  The ACC SEC Challenge will arguably be a better product to watch. The ACC and SEC teams typically play similar styles and … [Read more...] about 2023 ACC SEC Challenge Preview

March is still a few months away, but one of the greatest traditions in college basketball is already upon us: early-season tournaments. These tournaments showcase fun, non-conference action that can impact seeding in the Big Dance. They can also determine if some teams hear their name called on Selection Sunday. On paper, the best tournament this season is the 40th annual Maui … [Read more...] about Maui Invitational Preview

The Tennessee Volunteers had another great year until Zakai Zeigler got hurt on Senior Day. His injury seemed to derail the Volus a bit, though it still didn’t stop them from making it to the Sweet Sixteen. This team can be just as good and could be poised for an even deeper run. If Harvard transfer Chris Ledlum had stayed committed to playing for the Vols instead of flipping … [Read more...] about Preseason College Basketball Rankings: #9 Tennessee Volunteers

FI was sitting in the nose-bleeds of the New Orleans SuperDome when I fell in love with SEC men’s basketball. I was thinking about The Top 10 SEC Men’s Basketball Stars who made a mark in the NBA. LSU’s swingman chased down a loose ball to lay in a last-second layup. The 66,000+ crowd went wild. It was January 28, 1989, and LSU had just upset a second-ranked Georgetown squad … [Read more...] about The Top 10 SEC Men’s Basketball Legends Who Shined in the NBA

Julian Phillips is a freshman from Blythewood, South Carolina that played a big role for the Tennessee Volunteers last season. Phillips was able to carve out a role for himself on a team led by veterans under coach Rick Barnes.   Julian Phillips 2023 NBA Draft Profile  College Career  Phillips played just one season at Tennessee before deciding to forgo his eligibility and keep … [Read more...] about Julian Phillips 2023 NBA Draft Profile