Five years ago, he was coaching high school basketball. So how did he turn Samford into one of the nation's most entertaining teams and a Southern Conference power?
FAU escapes (with some controversy) while Gonzaga suffers a rare loss at a WCC foe. Meanwhile, Illinois holds court and Marquette suffers a key injury loss. Plus, Four Questions with San Francisco's Chris Gerlufsen.
A day after No. 1 & 2 lose, Top 25 teams Kansas, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Marquette and Clemson all lose. Also, Louisville wins on the road. What? Plus, Four Questions with Samford coach Bucky McMillan
No. 1 Purdue and No. 2 Houston both lose on a massive college hoops night that also saw a game-winner for Texas, a career-night from Rob Dillingham, and much more. Plus, Terrence Shannon makes his case.
Houston's making its claim as one of the scariest defenses -- ever. A peek at the numbers. Plus, what's fueling Tennessee's win streak, Monmouth gets a wild scoring night, Shannon seeks a TRO, and Tom Izzo's odd rant.
How has James Madison dealt with success this season? And can it build on a fast start for future seasons?
No. 2 Kansas escapes at home, but not without some controversy. Plus, Houston's all alone among unbeatens, we rank the surprising upsets, and much, much more.
One-bid A-10? Not this season. The conference is primed to be a three-bid league once again. Plus, Memphis wins a thriller, but may be out a starter, Friars officially won't have Hopkins, and five players you should watch.
Bryce Hopkins appears to seriously injure his knee in home loss to Seton Hall. Plus, Miami runs away from Clemson, bad night for home teams in the A-10, and we talk to James Madison coach Mark Byington.
Purdue thumped Maryland on the road ... and didn't even play well. Is there any doubts about the Boilers? Plus, Colorado State struts its stuff, Wake wins again, and we dive into the wonders of the Horizon League.
Reasons why BYU, Clemson, Auburn and Utah are worth serious consideration this season. Plus, a good sign for TCU? McNeese's upside and New Year's resolutions.
So, 2023 didn't end so well for at least four teams. Plus, Marquette outlasted Creighton, Penny's unhappy with Memphis' D, Illinois adjusts without Shannon, and much more.