Links archive, March 2012
Links from March 2012
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- Anthony Bennett talks about the importance of prolonging his college decision.
- Shabazz Muhammad talks about what it took to become a McDonald’s All-American.
- Five freshmen to keep an eye on (expect at least four to be UK recruiting targets).
- Cats’ Pause: John Calipari already in love with Mitchell’s game (pay site).
- ESPN Insider: How UK and U of L got it done on the recruiting trail (pay site).
- Miss. State AD asks for patience amid coaching search | Pollard’s final 4 (pay)
- John Calipari on Rick Pitino: “We are competing to beat each other for recruits.”
- McDonald’s wrap: Poythress is “a dominant force” | Goodwin’s stock goes up
- UK’s dream team?: Shabazz on the possibility of the greatest class ever (pay).
- Muhammad and Anthony Bennett both rooting for UK in Final Four (pay).
- 2014 star Emmanuel Mudiay impressed with John Calipari‘s point guards.
- Roy Williams was in Texas on Thursday to see 2013 UK target Julius Randle.
- Nerlens Noel talks about his recruitment and UK’s title chances in new diary.
- Alex Poythress “boosted his stock more than any other player” (ESPN Insider).
- NBC Sports looks at possible UK target Alex Oriakhi’s interest in North Carolina.
- Hartford Courant: Oriakhi gets “blanket release”; ACC seems most likely.
- Comparing Archie Goodwin to other greats in Arkansas high school history.
- Amile Jefferson: “I hope I can choose a school in a couple of weeks” (pay).
- Chapel Hill exodus: Henson, Barnes and Marshall enter draft; McAdoo undecided.
- Defending the one-and-done: NBA, NCAA hypocrisy is “stupider than ever.”
- Devonta Pollard says he’ll consider Mississippi State if they hire Kenny Payne.
- UK target Jabari Parker open to being recruited by the new Illinois coach.
- THE SHABAZZ SHOW: Muhammad takes MVP honors at the McDonald’s Game.
- Muhammad says: “If I went to Kentucky, that can be a really good class.”
- Ball is Life mixtape: See the best highlights from Wednesday night’s game.
- Cats Illustrated: Muhammad and the two UK signees were the standouts.
- Statistics: Rivals.com has numbers for every player in Wednesday’s game.
- Scout.com game story | Chicago Tribune notes | ESPN video highlights
- Player evals: Poythress stands out for East | Shabazz shines for West
- They said it: Players and pundits weigh in on the McDonald’s Game.
- New 2013 rankings: MaxPreps keeps Jabari Parker at No. 1; Derek Willis 30th
- Tweets: Shabazz likely to decide April 14 at Jordan Game | Down to 3 schools
- Not surprisingly, U of L’s lone 2012 recruit Terry Rozier is picking the Cards.
- Archie Goodwin and Alex Poythress are eager to build on the UK tradition.
- Kentucky can still climb back up to the top of Amile Jefferson’s list of schools.
- Jefferson tells Rivals.com that Kentucky is “definitely” still an option (pay).
- Shabazz Muhammad embraces the role of a “cold-blooded, ruthless ballplayer.”
- Shabazz on the NCAA questions: “I know I didn’t do anything wrong.”
- Jerry Meyer: UK in good shape for Shabazz; top 2 for Anthony Bennett (pay).
- Commentary: Muhammad remains humble throughout hectic recruitment.
- “More than a legitimate chance” UK gets Nerlens Noel & Shabazz Muhammad.
- Assistant coach who recruited Noel: “I think he’s going to Kentucky.”
- Evan Daniels: “Would it surprise if both ended up at Kentucky? Not one bit.”
- SEC clarifies one-year transfer rule as it applies to possible UK target Alex Oriakhi.
- Latest update: Mutual interest with UK, UNC and Missouri | Other schools
- Rivals.com interviews: Alex Poythress | Shabazz Muhammad | Anthony Bennett
- McD’s notebook: Shabazz Muhammad’s advice for Jabari Parker | Day 2 video
- McDonald’s dunk contest videos: Shabazz wins the it | Archie Goodwin’s dunks
- The McDonald’s All-American Game will be played in Chicago again in 2013.
- Lost Letterman: Writer implores John Calipari to pick Kentucky over the NBA.
- Chad Ford ranks top 10 draft prospects in 2012: 1. Noel, 2. Shabazz (Insider).
- David Stern takes shot at the NCAA when asked about “one-and-done” rules.
- Anthony Bennett and Findlay Prep will be out for redemption at televised NHSI.
- Shabazz Muhammad praises John Calipari, UK fans and says he’s close (pay site).
- Package deal?: Anthony Bennett says “Shabazz and I have been talking” (pay).
- ESPN: Bennett and his mother mention UK first in separate interviews.
- Cats Illustrated Q&A: Bennett talks at length about his interest in UK (pay).
- Commentary: The NCAA’s new early entry deadline rule is a horrendous one.
- 2013 star Malik Price-Martin likes Kentucky, but Louisville is recruiting him hard.
- Amile Jefferson tells Scout.com that Kentucky remains on his list (pay site).
- Blog: Shabazz Muhammad changes announcement to April 11, will be on ESPNU.
- UK signee Willie Cauley is enjoying Cats’ run in the NCAA tournament (pay site).
- Kentucky Sports Report: One-and-done criticism steeped in stupidity (pay site).
- 24/7 Sports introduction for UK target Karl Towns (2014 recruit) (pay site).
- A complete timeline of possible transfer target Alex Oriakhi’s career at UConn.
- Anthony Bennett, Andrew Wiggins named to World team at Nike Hoop Summit.
- One-time UK target Isaiah Lewis narrows list to five schools, including U of L.
- Top 50 C Robert Upshaw back on the market, never signed with Kansas State.
- Ex-UK target Tony Parker favoring Kansas, UCLA and Duke right now (pay site).
- For the time being, it’s N.C. State that has the most McDonald’s All-Americans.
- Another jaw-dropping highlights package of possible 2013 target Aaron Gordon.
- Sporting News: John Calipari hates “one-and-done” but works it to his advantage.
- 2014 star praises Kentucky’s style of play and John Calipari’s coaching (pay).
- Watch UK target Aaron Harrison with the steal and acrobatic buzzer-beater.
- Video: Anthony Bennett talks about his chance to be a starting freshman at UK.
- Devonta Pollard has scheduled official visits for Alabama and Georgetown (pay).
- Alex Oriakhi update: NCAA plans to announce UConn’s tournament fate soon.
- Mr. Basketball Devonta Pollard serves as junior deacon, honors father’s memory.
- AP: “John Calipari is an enabler — just remember that’s not always a bad thing.”
- What to watch for in the McDonald’s game: East team | West team (pay links)
- Note: Check this site Monday for our special “digital program” for the game.
- Where will Alex Oriakhi go?: Connecticut writer says Kentucky is a possibility.
- Jabari Parker is the first non-senior to win the Illinois Mr. Basketball award.
- McDonald’s All-American storylines: Anthony Bennett, Devonta Pollard and more.
- Virginia columnist thinks 2013 star Troy Williams will end up at UK | More info
- Possible 2013 target Aaron Gordon put up big numbers in state title game Friday.
- Video: Archie Goodwin in some sort of cornhole contest with Arkansas TV guy.
- Jerry Meyer: Anthony Bennett and Julius Randle the most physical forwards (pay).
- NCAA president Mark Emmert defends John Calipari‘s use of one-and-dones.
- Jabari Parker’s coach: I want the Illinois job | Defense of Chicago recruiting
- In-depth story on Tony Parker and his upcoming decision (UK off his list).
- Where should Nerlens Noel go?: Three websites make the case for their team.
- Coach says Shabazz Muhammad will announce his college decision on April 10.
- John Clay says Orlando Antigua would make sense as Duquense’s next coach.
- Calipari says he’ll do what he can to help assistants advance their careers.
- Florida website fears Kentucky could swoop in and get 2013 star Chris Walker.
- Yahoo: Bringing in Alex Oriakhi would be “low risk, potentially very high reward.”
- Oriakhi’s father clarifies his “master-slavery mentality” comments.
- Long-shot UK target Christopher Obekpa will visit St. John’s this weekend.
- Season highlights for Anton Gill, who is Louisville’s lone commitment for 2013.
- 2013 star Chris Walker closing in on decision; UK in it, Kansas & Florida lead.
- There are serious questions about the future of Connecticut’s basketball program.
- Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to NBA?: ESPN sources say UK star will enter draft.
- MKG responds: “I don’t know where this is coming from” | Decision later
- John Calipari says Kenny Payne would be a good fit for Mississippi State | Others
- UK commitment Derek Willis will represent U.S. in international tourney | Roster
- Nerlens Noel “ready to sit down and evaluate” after in-home visits (pay site).
- Kentucky target Joel Berry wins Florida’s Mr. Basketball award as a sophomore.
- Mike Fields’ notebook: Physicality robs Kentucky Sweet Sixteen of finesse, fun.
- UK targets Shabazz Muhammad and Anthony Bennett are still serious about UNLV.
- Alex Oriakhi’s father takes shot at coaches with “slave master mentality.”
- A full list of Gatorade Players of the Year, which were announced Thursday.
- Newark Star-Ledger story takes a look back at Anthony Davis’ recruitment.
- DraftExpress.com explains the new rules concerning early entry to the NBA.
- FIBA article on the benefits of international players playing in Nike Hoop Summit.
- Troy Williams talks about cutting his list and his recent UNC visit (pay site).
- Anthony Bennett and Findlay Prep get the No. 1 seed for televised NHSI.
- Sun-Times: Recruiting Chicago will always be a dilemma for Illinois basketball.
- UK recruit Joel Berry is only underclassmen in running for Florida Mr. Basketball.
- Video of possible 2013 target Dominic Woodson, who broke a rim with new team.
- Tweet: Nerlens Noel enjoyed his in-home visits from Syracuse and Georgetown.
- 2013 recruit BeeJay Anya’s coach thinks he would be a good fit at UK (pay site).
- A look at the proposed locker room/recruiting lounge for Kentucky basketball.
- 2013 star Troy Williams will make a decision “between mid-April and early May.”
- NBA Draft: No player has more to gain in the tournament than Marquis Teague.
- Five-Star Basketball analysis: 2012 star Anthony Bennett should go to Kentucky.
- ESPN talks to Bennett about the final five schools on his list (Insider).
- UConn center Alex Oriakhi will transfer for senior season, might not have to sit.
- MaxPreps.com takes a closer look at the top recruits in the class of 2014.
- Orlando Sanchez, juco forward who played for Calipari, getting a lot of attention.
- VCU coach Shaka Smart has turned down the head coaching job at Illinois.
- Will the pressures of recruiting in Chicago hinder Illinois’ coaching search?
- AAU coach says the state’s overall talent has “fallen off big time.”
- Illinois contacts Jabari Parker’s high school coach about its opening.
- ESPN Insider analysis: True centers are on their way to the college ranks (pay).
- Comparing Harrison Barnes leaving Iowa to Archie Goodwin leaving Arkansas.
- Video highlights of the Harrison twins, UK’s possible backcourt of the future.
- Nerlens Noel talks about high school and college in Nike Hoop Summit Q&A.
- Mississippi State website thinks hiring Kenny Payne ensures Devonta Pollard.
- Columnist: “Word on the street” is Anthony Bennett will pick UNLV or Florida.
- Noah Vonleh, a top 5 target in 2014, picks Kentucky to win the national title.
- ESPN Insider: Dave Telep re-ranks best 2010 point guards (Knight and Harrow).
- Collegehoops.net predicts UK will start next season with the No. 10 ranking.
- Rivals.com catches up with U of L’s 2013 commitment Anton Gill (pay site).
- ESPN: Nerlens Noel talks about in-home visits and his final three schools.
- Noel: Mother’s preference will be a big factor in his decision (pay site).
- UK will have an in-home visit with Noel’s mother on Monday (pay site).
- Kyle Anderson’s father predicts that Shabazz Muhammad will end up at UCLA.
- DraftExpress: Top 100 prospects | Davis-MKG in ’12 | Noel-Shabazz in ’13
- ESPN’s Chad Ford: Kidd-Gilchrist’s stock still high despite struggles.
- No suspension for Jabari Parker after odd shoe-related statement in Chicago.
- Looks like a Kentucky visit is not part of the plan for Devonta Pollard (pay site).
- Anthony Bennett updates recruitment, singles out Orland Antigua (pay site).
- 2013′s Troy Williams talks about UK and his goals before he gets to college.
- ESPN: No excuses if Kentucky doesn’t win a national championship this year.
- Jerry Meyer’s rundown on the top uncommitted recruits in 2012 (pay site).
- Scout.com looks at the top players from last weekend’s Sweet Sixteen at Rupp.
- Shabazz Muhammad will take official visit to UCLA in early April and then decide.
- Ohio player says Tennessee, Baylor used illegal recruiting tactics | NYT blog
- Poythress tops in Tennessee: UK signee is state’s Class AAA Mr. Basketball.
- Scout.com: UCLA needs Shabazz Muhammad to turn the program around.
- Fox Sports: John Calipari’s recruiting philosophy may finally produce a champion.
- Louisville Trinity defeated Scott County on Saturday to win the Sweet Sixteen.
- Jabari Parker scored 15 points and helped his team win the state title Saturday.
- Former U of L commit & UK recruit Mike Chandler back on radar for big schools.
- Rivals: Anthony Bennett’s recruitment could drag on into the summer (pay site).
- Player of the year story on Joel Berry, a 2014 guard with interest from UK.
- Devonta Pollard took team MVP honors in the Mississippi-Alabama game Friday.
- Where are they now?: ESPN looks back at former Mr. Basketball USA winners.
- Iowa State’s Royce White was almost part of UK’s 2011 class | White speaks
- Checking in on 2014 guard Larry Austin, who has had recent contact with UK.
- A look at 2013 target Kuran Iverson, who is averaging 17.5 points, 3.3 blocks.
- Simeon made the Illinois state title game despite Jabari Parker’s off night Friday.
- 2013 target BeeJay Anya recorded a triple-double in a victory Friday night.
- UK and MSU target Devonta Pollard “stunned” by Rick Stansbury’s departure.
- UK assistant and recruiter Kenny Payne mentioned for Mississippi State job.
- A long postseason run by N.C. State could lead to a surge in recruiting.
- USA Basketball Q&A with Archie Goodwin, who talks about his future at Kentucky.
- A closer look at the five finalists for the Kentucky Mr. Basketball award.
- ZagsBlog looks at how UConn’s uncertainty will affect recruiting in near future.
- 2013 target Jabari Parker named ESPNChicago.com player of the year Thursday.
- UCLA coach Ben Howland discussed for Nebraska job; says he has no interest.
- New 2012 rankings: Nerlens Noel debuts at No. 1 on MaxPreps.com’s final list.
- Noel says he wants to visit UK again, takes issue with NY Times story.
- KnicksBlog: John Calipari doesn’t need the money and is “committed” to UK.
- ESPN Insider: How John Calipari (or Phil Jackson) would fit with the Knicks.
- Calipari says he’s not interested in NBA job; Jim Calhoun says not so fast.
- ESPN’s Knicks blogger rates Calipari to Knicks as “strong” possibility.
- UK commitment Derek Willis had a target on his back at Rupp on Wednesday.
- Willis struggles from the floor in Sweet 16 loss to top-ranked Trinity.
- SEC: MSU parts ways with Rick Stansbury, who was recruiting Devonta Pollard.
- Here’s what the McDonald’s All-Americans will wear later this month in Chicago.
- Deal reached with SiriusXM radio to broadcast the McDonald’s game.
- ESPN columnist Gene Wojciechowski says “it’s hard to judge the Kentucky Way.”
- ESPN’s No. 32 senior in the country JaKarr Sampson recommits to St. John’s.
- Jay Bilas: Players should be compensated; A NY Times debate on amateurism.
- Nerlens Noel has been added to the Jordan Brand Classic | Another UK visit?
- Syracuse.com has a rundown of tweets relating to Noel and Fab Melo.
- Father of Harrison twins on UK: “We definitely like the way they play” (pay site).
- UNC blog looks at a possible dream class of recruits that includes UK targets.
- Shabazz Muhammad’s coach talks about top recruit’s player of the year award.
- 2013 target Jabari Parker still considering Illinois | Advances to state finals
- NoB: Devonta Pollard favoring UK and Texas?; Austin Nichols expects UK offer.
- Shabazz Muhammad glad Ben Howland is returning to UCLA; visit likely in April.
- Muhammad earns this year’s Morgan Wootten Player of the year honors.
- Will ESPN anchor’s tweet about Nerlens Noel get Syracuse in trouble with NCAA?
- Sweet Sixteen preview: Can anyone stop Louisville Trinity from claiming title?
- Cats Illustrated takes a closer look at UK commitment Derek Willis (pay).
- UK staying in touch with 2013′s Austin Nichols; Louisville has offered (pay site).
- New video highlights of Andrew Wiiggins, who will likely be UK’s top 2014 target.
- 2012 target Tony Parker does not have a timetable for his decision (pay site).
- Possible 2013 target Ish Wainright doesn’t have Kentucky among top schools.
- 2013 star Malik Price-Martin has offers from UK and Louisville (ESPN Insider).
- SEC news: South Carolina fires coach Darrin Horn | Impact on recruiting
- 2013 star BeeJay Anya is wide open and mentioning UK among his list of schools.
- ESPN Insider gives you a look at the future of all 68 NCAA Tournament teams.
- Coach of the Harrison twins reflects on season and looks to a bright future.
- Kentucky prospect Darryl Hicks back at Sweet 16 with impressive list of offers.
- John Calipari: “This may be the model for Kentucky and not everybody else.”
- It was only a matter of time: There’s a rap song in honor of Shabazz Muhammad.
- Alex Poythress the leading contender for Gatorade top player honors in Tenn.
- Kentucky commitment Derek Willis set to lead Bullitt East into Rupp Arena.
- The latest on new UK recruit Dominic Woodson, a top big man in 2013 (pay site).
- Louisville making a strong push for former Central High star D’Angelo Russell.
- UPDATED 2013 PAGE: Six new players have been added with bios and video.
- Kentucky remains No. 3 in the updated Rivals.com class of 2012 team rankings.
- New York Times columnist says high schoolers should be able to hire agents.
- Top UK target Wayne Selden picks Syracuse to win the national championship.
- 2013′s Dominic Woodson “similar in style to a young Zach Randolph” (pay site).
- Note: Nerlens Noel gets standing ‘O’, “We Want Nerlens” chant from Hoyas fans.
- New Ball Is Life mixtape featuring Jabari Parker, the No. 1 recruit in 2013.
- 2013 forward makes history as first Top 100 player to commit to the Ivy League.
- Archie Goodwin scored 27 points Saturday to lead his school to its first state title.
- Several photos from Goodwin’s championship game performance Saturday.
- Andrew Harrison scored 23 points but the twins came up short in state title game.
- Sweet Sixteen rankings: Derek Willis and Bullitt East are No. 3 going into Rupp.
- The pursuit of Nerlens Noel: New York Times raises questions about recruit.
- Some highlights from Pete Thamel’s 7-page article on the 2012 big man.
- Jabari Parker turned in 19 points and 6 rebounds in playoff win Friday night.
- UK’s recruitment of 2013 big man Jimmie Taylor is heating up | Taylor profile
- Aaron Harrison tallies 30 points and 8 rebounds in a state semifinal win Friday.
- Good news for UK?: Father of twins not familiar with Maryland recruits.
- ESPN: UCLA wouldn’t fire Ben Howland & ruin chances with Shabazz Muhammad.
- John Calipari, several others involved with UK discuss one-and-done criticism.
- Jerry Meyer: MKG’s return would help UK with Shabazz Muhammad (pay site).
- 2013′s Troy Williams: “I really think it’s between UNC and Kentucky.” (pay site).
- Jabari Parker’s father: “He has a lot of respect for coach Calipari” (pay site).
- Coach Bruce Weber out at Illinois | Will Parker drop the homestate Illini?
- Parker’s high school coach makes a pitch to be the next boss at Illinois.
- Shabazz Muhammad still leads Mr. Basketball USA race | Archie votes Shabazz
- Video analysis: Evan Daniels with the latest on Shabazz, Noel & Amile Jefferson.
- Nerlens Noel will visit Georgetown and North Carolina before making a decision.
- Video interview: Noel talks about his upcoming visit to the two schools.
- Photo: Georgetown students are prepared for the 2012 recruit’s visit.
- 2012 star Devonta Pollard down to six schools and will visit UK soon (pay site).
- 2013 guard Jajuan Johnson: “I would love to play for (Calipari)” (pay site).
- Anthony Bennett’s team will play in nationally televised tournament March 29-31.
- Coach talks about John Calipari’s trip to see 2013′s Tony Trocha (pay site).
- Scout.com compiles a list of some 2015 players to keep an eye on (pay site).
- 2013 target Kuran Iverson had 21 points and 17 rebounds in a win Wednesday.
- The Harrison twins already rank among Houston’s all-time basketball duos.
- Headed to Rupp: UK commitment Derek Willis leads Bullitt East to region title.
- Willis: “People were doubting me. … I wanted to prove people wrong.”
- Teammate’s 35-footer at the buzzer was the No. 1 play on SportsCenter.
- Mike Fields talks to Trey Rakes, who hit the game-winning three-pointer.
- Willis’ stats so far: Junior has a double-double in each of his last 3 games.
- Two schools confident as 2012′s Amile Jefferson on verge of announcement.
- Billy Gillispie gets a commitment from former Arkansas signee Aaron Ross.
- Video highlights of Bishop Gorman’s state title run feat. Shabazz Muhammad.
- Scout.com’s list of best available 2012 players includes several UK targets (pay).
- 2013 star Jabari Parker won in front of Coach K and Tom Izzo on Tuesday night.
- UK target Devonta Pollard has been named one of ESPN’s players of the week.
- UCLA and USC are 2 teams in need of an offseason — and Shabazz Muhammad.
- Muhammad’s high school agrees to address disparity after meeting.
- John Calipari was in Houston on Tuesday to check out 2013 center Tony Trocha.
- The Harrison twins hope to get the most out of their first state tournament trip.
- Goodwin honored: UK signee joins Shabazz, Noel on U.S. team for Hoop Summit.
- Last year: Anthony Davis recorded 16 points, 10 rebounds in U.S. victory.
- About the Nike Hoop Summit | Rules of the game | Full roster | History
- Jerry Meyer: Duke makes progress in pursuit of Shabazz Muhammad (pay site).
- Update: Two financial advisers in question have never met each other.
- Cats talk about biggest adjustments from high school to college (ESPN Insider).
- Amile Jefferson’s coach says the UK target will make a decision “very soon.”
- 2013 target Jabari Parker is keeping tabs on the coaching situation at Illinois.
- NBC: Criticizing John Calipari’s ability to coach “is both unfair and incorrect.”
- Shabazz Muhammad’s coach, father talk about his Naismith top player award.
- Nation of Blue: UK has interest in 2013 big man Dominic Woodson | Profile
- Shabazz Muhammad earns the Naismith high school player of the year honors.
- John Calipari talks recruiting in wide-ranging Q&A with the Sporting News.
- Top 2012 target Nerlens Noel will make his visit to Georgetown this weekend.
- Cats’ Pause source says: “Mark it down … Noel to UK” (pay site).
- Noel scores 10 points in loss Sunday | Video of Noel’s drive and dunk
- New video highlights of Willie Cauley, a member of UK’s recruiting class of 2012.
- 2013′s Xavier Rathan-Mayes mentions UK first when listing his top schools.
- Derek Willis led his team to the 6th Region finals despite an off game Sunday.
- Video of UK targets Julius Randle and Mickey Mitchell from state title game.
- John Calipari turns one-and-done question into “Players First” pitch (1:40 mark).
- Archie Goodwin scored 24 points and led his team to the state finals Saturday.
- UK target Devonta Pollard named to the Mississippi-Alabama all-star game.
- Jerry Meyer: UCLA was already dropping on Shabazz Muhammad’s list (pay site).
- Vegas columnist: Shabazz “built for the UK way of one-and-done talents.”
- Tweet: Willie Cauley’s high school career comes to an end with loss in playoffs.
- Julius Randle scores 26 points, leads his team to a state championship Saturday.
- Possible 2013 target Austin Nichols named 2-AA Mr. Basketball in Tennessee.
- The Harrison twins clinched their school’s first state tournament bid Saturday.
- Lawyer working with NCAA to ensure Shabazz Muhammad’s eligibility next season.
- Muhammad and fellow UK target Amile Jefferson are at the Duke-UNC game.
- Muhammad still leads the the field in the race for Mr. Basketball USA honors.
- John Calipari watched a high school game Friday night, but he wasn’t recruiting.
- The Harrison twins combined for 39 points and 11 assists in win Friday night.
- Q&A with Andrew Harrison, who talks about his interest in Kentucky.
- 2013 target Jabari Parker recorded a triple-double in a playoff victory Friday.
- Julius Randle scored 20 points Friday to put his team in the state title game.
- Anthony Bennett will not visit Gainesville for the Kentucky-Florida game Sunday.
- Bennett’s coach says visits will come in April; No academic concerns (pay).
- Devonta Pollard recorded a triple-double and won a state championship Thursday.
- Latest on Shabazz: “No reason for schools to withdraw interest” (ESPN Insider).
- 2013 target Julius Randle talks about the Duke-UNC game in his latest diary.
- Pittsburgh newspaper says John Calipari might be there Friday (not recruiting).
- There’s confusion over whether Nerlens Noel has dropped Providence from his list.
- Derby Festival Classic rosters released: No future UK players involved … yet.
- Note: Alex Poythress was named to the All-Region tournament team (2nd page).
- Top 2013 target Jabari Parker is named Chicago Sun-Times player of the year.
- Tony Parker is still considering UCLA, but his father expresses concerns.
- Willie Cauley and Derek Willis will play in All-American Championships | Website
- 2014 target Wayne Selden talks about scholarship offers and overcoming injury.
- UK still on the list for Devonta Pollard, who does not have a leader (Insider).
- UK assistant coaches traveled north Wednesday to see 2012 target Nerlens Noel.
- NBC on one-and-dones: “Battling public perception just part of Calipari’s life.”
- 2013 UK target Jalen Lindsey has picked up a scholarship offer from Florida.
- Program in turmoil: Sports Illustrated exclusive chronicles problems at UCLA.
- Shabazz Muhammad’s father calls the SI story “concerning” (ESPN Insider).
- UCLA’s response: Howland, athletic director talk about the critical story.
- Others react: Kyle Anderson | Jeff Goodman | Mike DeCourcy | UCLA site
- Shabazz Muhammad talks about upcoming Duke visit and his final decision.
- MaxPreps story on UK signee Willie Cauley and his Nebraska-bound teammate.
- The McDonald’s All-American Game won’t return to Chicago next year.
- John Calipari posts column criticizing the one-and-done rule and his critics.
