Links archive, April 2010
Links from April 2010
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- Jerry Meyer’s latest mailbag compares Marquis Teague to John Wall.
- 2010 big man Luke Cothron is high on Auburn* with no other visits planned.
- The Enes Kanter-John Calipari interview now has English subtitles.
- Day 2 notes from the AAU tournament in Indianapolis.
- Indy AAU notes: Teague picks the prom; Wroten talks up the Cats.
- 2011 big man Johnny O’ Bryant: “UK at a separate level right now.”
- Marquis Teague and Tony Wroten will play in Fort Wayne this week.
- Final Rivals rankings: 3. Kanter | 6. Knight | 21. Lamb | 33. Poole
- Yahoo Sports: Kansas and Kentucky are working hard to reload.
- Marcus Thornton is visiting Alabama today and Texas over the weekend | More on Thornton from Kentucky Ink.
- 2010 big man Luke Cothron says Kentucky is still recruiting him*.
- CATS LOSE OUT: TOP FORWARD C.J. LESLIE COMMITS TO N.C. STATE
- Larry Brown’s advice to John Calipari: Start a JV team at UK.
- New NCAA president goes after one-and-done players in USA Today interview.
- SI: Brandon Knight’s decision not to sign a letter could be a game-changer.
- C.J. Leslie talks about his decision in a radio interview.
- UK is one of several teams in the mix for 2011 big man Amir Williams*.
- New York City native Doron Lamb is profiled by a Manhattan newspaper.
- Larry Vaught looks at the Brandon Knight-Enes Kanter combo.
- Leslie explains his decision in his latest diary entry.
- Leslie tells Scout: “N.C. State is a school that has a chance to be great.”*
- Leslie tells Rivals his decision “came down to the last minute. It was very difficult.”*
- Larry Vaught says UK desperately needs another inside player.
- Georgia Mr. Basketball Marcus Thornton will take an official visit to UK.
- Possible recruiting violations at UConn could be keeping top players away.
- JARROD POLSON WILL WALK-ON AT UK; POLSON PLAYER PAGE | VIDEO
- Why would Kadeem Jack pick prep school instead of college?
- Terrence Jones will announce his decision at 6:30 p.m. Friday with Terrence Ross | The Seattle Times has more information on Friday’s press conference.
- Video: Coach Cal and Enes Kanter sit down for a lengthy interview from the Turkish perspective — Cal talks about why and how he recruited Kanter.
- ESPN: C.J. Leslie to Kentucky is imminent (and other UK notes).
- Terrence Jones talks about Kansas* after his two-day visit.
- Eric Bledsoe is keeping his options open and will make a decision by May 8.
- Scout.com now confirms that Terrence Ross will pick Washington* | The Seattle Times has the more on the Ross-to-Washington situation | ZagsBlog reported Monday that Ross had already committed to the Huskies over UK and others.
- The Basketball Prospectus explains why top players shouldn’t sign a letter of intent | ESPN also tackles the national letter of intent | The Sporting News weighs in
- One-time UK target Kadeem Jack will attend prep school next year.
- Scout.com introduces 2013 big man Julius Randle*, who is interested in UK.
- Terrence Jones will announce his decision Friday* with two high school teammates.
- MaxPreps reveals its freshman All-America teams (including a Shelby Co. player).
- A Sea of Blue asks who benefits from the NCAAs amateurism rules.
- Quincy Miller is showing why UK and everyone else wants him on their team in 2011 | Miller gets a new mixtape video at Ball is Life.
- A Q&A with CBS’ Gary Parrish talking about Michael Gilchrist and John Calipari.
- Michael Gilchrist and other 2011 stars will play in next year’s Spalding Hoophall Classic.
- Louisville lands 6-foot-10 shot blocker Gorgui Dieng for next season.
- The Indy Star apologizes for the video difficulties from the Teague announcement.
- Scout.com recaps of the weekend’s top AAU tournaments.
- C.J. Leslie is done with his UConn visit and will make a decision “pretty quickly.”
- Marquis Teague gets an early glimpse at UK basketball mania.
- Terrence Jones has arrived at Kansas and will visit with the Jayhawks through Tuesday.
- MaxPreps takes a look at the big picture for the 2011 recruiting class.
- 2011 star LaQuinton Ross is getting a lot of attention, including some from UK.
- Oregon has hired Dana Altman; is it too late to land Terrence Jones?
- C.J. Leslie’s first impressions from his visit to UConn‘s campus Saturday.
- 2011 star guard Austin Rivers recounts his recent visit to Duke*.
- Rivals rounds up King James Day 1; 2013 star Rodney Purvis lists UK.
- Terrence Jones will officially visit Kansas on Sunday and then decide on April 30 | The recruiting battle for Jones is heating up a week before his announcement (includes several video links).
- It looks like it will either be UK or Liberty for West Jessamine star Jarrod Polson.
- Doron Lamb signs his national letter of intent to officially become a Cat.
- McDonald’s All-American and top available point guard Cory Joseph signs with Texas.
- Marcus Thornton has in-home visits with all 7 finalists, including UK; plans decision in mid-May.
- More on C.J. Leslie’s visit to UConn this weekend.
- The Indy Star breaks down the Marquis Teague decision with Teague’s father | Ball is Life posts a new video mixtape of Teague.
- ESPN: Enes Kanter will bring a wealth of experience to the Wildcats.
- 2011 recruit Adonis Thomas’ coach talks about his player’s recruitment (video).
- A ton of top recruits will play in this weekend’s various AAU tournaments.
- MaxPreps releases its sophomore All-America teams.
- 2011 star recruit Quincy Miller will join fellow 2011 recruit Deuce Bello for his senior season | Miller and fellow 2011 recruit Austin Rivers were at Duke’s banquet Thursday.
- A POINT GUARD FOR 2011: MARQUIS TEAGUE COMMITS TO KENTUCKY (with video)
- Scout.com profile | Rivals.com profile | Video highlights
- ESPN’s Paul Biancardi: Teague is another perfect fit for UK.
- Indianapolis Star story | Video from Teague’s press conference
- Indy Star: What kind of player is Teague?
- ESPN’s Eamon Brennan: Rick Pitino desperately needed Teague.
- John Clay: 10 early Twitter reactions to Teague’s announcement.
- ESPN: Teague touts Calipari’s recent success with point guards.
- 2011 target Tony Wroten likes the decision … Is Wroten next to UK?
- John Clay: UK wants Teague, U of L needs him
- 2011 star recruit Quincy Miller will join fellow 2011 recruit Deuce Bello for his senior season | Miller and fellow 2011 recruit Austin Rivers were at Duke’s banquet Thursday.
- Terrence Jones says he will announce on April 30; Terrence Ross expected to join him.
- C.J. Leslie is down the three schools, with a decision coming soon.
- 2011 recruit Adonis Thomas is upset at hometown Memphis | Thomas’ high school coach and Josh Pastner obviously aren’t on the same page.
- 2012 recruit Zach Peters chooses Kansas over UK, North Carolina and Texas.
- Seattle Times: Its is believed that if C.J. Leslie picks UK, Terrence Jones will pick Washington | Another Washington player transfers, which opens two spots for Jones and Terrence Ross.
- 2010 recruit Marcus Thornton is closely considering UK* | New Thornton player page.
- USA Today All-America teams include several UK signees, commitments and targets.
- C.J. Leslie video highlights from the Jordan Brand Classic | Hartford Courant: UK is the most logical choice for Leslie.
- 2011 guard Quinn Cook tells Scout.com that UK will be his first visit*.
- Highlights of 2011 recruit LaQuinton Ross from the recent AAU event in Arkansas.
- John Calipari was among several coaches to watch top 2012 star Perry Ellis*.
- 2011 star Quincy Miller will transfer for his senior season of high school.
- Dime Magazine Q&A with 2012 guard L.J. Rose, who has UK on his list.
- John Calipari, Roy Williams, Tom Izzo and others watch 2012 recruit J.P. Tokoto.
- Brandon Knight’s decision not to sign a letter of intent was a “precautionary measure.”
- Terrence Jones says there’s a lot to like about UK | A great photography project by the Oregonian features Jones on and off the court | With Josh Selby, Jones says “we could do great things” at Kansas | Jones plans to visit Kansas, which was not on his list | Video interview
- Further evidence that UK is in great shape to land 2011 guard Tony Wroten*.
- ESPN’s Paul Biancardi loves what Doron Lamb brings to Kentucky.
- A new Brandon Knight mixtape from Jordan Brand weekend.
- Video of some crazy C.J. Leslie dunks from Jordan Brand practice.
- Newly posted video highlights of West Jessamine’s Jarrod Polson.
- Four upcoming announcements have UK fans on the edge of their seats.
- Top 2010 recruits talk about being one-and-dones and dealing with fans.
- Doron Lamb’s father does a video interview on his son’s commitment to UK.
- Larry Vaught’s sources say 2011 guard Marquis Teague will pick Kentucky.
- New mixtape from the Jordan Brand Classic begins with Brandon Knight.
- ESPN: Josh Selby planning a short stay with the Jayhawks | Officially signs.
- Former Herald-Leader columnist Chuck Culpepper writes about C.J. Leslie.
- High School Hoop story on John Calipari zeroing in on 2012 star Perry Ellis | Calipari could be among several college coaches watching Ellis work out today*.
- 2011 guard Damien Leonard will visit UK* sometime in the next several weeks.
- Updated NBADraft.net player-by-player analysis of the Jordan Brand Classic.
- U of L recruit Michael Chandler not “decommitted,” but he is looking around.
- ZagsBlog: Rutgers star Mike Rosario says he will transfer to Florida.
- John Clay: Reloading is fun, but the Cats could use some stability.
- Terrence Jones’ diary entry: He’ll take his time to make the right decision.
- Courier-Journal story on 2012 star J.P. Tokoto, who will wait on a decision.
- Michael Gilchrist highlight video from last week’s Boo Williams event.
- Brandon Knight-C.J. Leslie alley-oop video from Jordan Brand practice.
- C.J. Leslie would like to visit UConn before making a decision.
- Notes from the Arkansas AAU event (A new elite recruit for 2012 emerges) | Dave Telep’s rundown from Arkansas includes impressions of 2011 guard Quinn Cook.
- Minnesota’s 6-foot-10 Mr. Basketball could be on the market | Scout profile
- THE NEWEST CAT: DORON LAMB COMMITS TO UK (with video) | More on Lamb
- Lamb story contains note that Florida canceled C.J. Leslie’s visit (with video).
- ESPN’s Paul Biancardi: Wildcats score another stellar recruit.
- Cats’ Pause: Addition makes for UK’s best shooting backcourt in years*.
- ZagsBlog: Lamb says Calipari gets guards to the NBA “fast”.
- ESPN looks at Lamb’s UK ties.
- Draft Express assessment of Lamb’s game.
- 2011 recruit Adonis Thomas looked strong at this weekend’s Little Rock event.
- Josh Selby chooses Kansas over Kentucky | ESPN story
- John Calipari reels in top recruits by making a positive connection.
- Jordan Brand Classic game story from MaxPreps.
- UK jumps to No. 3 in the Scout.com class of 2010 rankings.
- More on 2011 star Tony Wroten moving Kentucky to the top of his list*.
- 2011 star point guard Marquis Teague’s Thursday announcement is expected to be televised | One of Teague’s high school teammates is lobbying hard for Cincinnati.
- Day 2 of Terrence Jones’ diary from the Jordan Brand Classic.
- Brandon Knight did not sign a national letter of intent with Kentucky.
- 2011 recruit Michael Chandler de-commits from U of L (originally considered UK).
- 2011 recruit Branden Dawson stands out* after the first day of the Pitt Jam Fest.
- Michael Gilchrist says he’s honored by the chance to play for Kentucky.
- Scout.com’s Evan Daniels does a Q&A on UK recruiting.
- The New York Times goes in-depth with Josh Selby (including a run-in with Worldwide Wes)
- Enes Kanter is on everyone’s radar, but he hasn’t been cleared by the NCAA yet.
- Georgia Mr. Basketball Marcus Thornton has UK among eight schools on his list.
- NBC Sports blog defends John Calipari for going after possible one-and-dones.
- 2011 point guard Marquis Teague will announce his decision April 22.
- 10 names to keep an eye on for 2011 include Michael Gilchrist and several UK targets.
- John Calipari is a major factor for those at the Jordan Brand Classic.
- Brandon Knight is not afraid to follow in John Wall’s footsteps | Interview with NBADraft.net.
- 2010 targets have taken notice of UK’s recruiting coup (with several video interviews).
- C.J. Leslie will decide “shortly”, praises Brandon Knight | Leslie says Knight has been recruiting him* to UK | Leslie will not announce his decision this weekend .
- Terrence Jones and Terrence Ross will announce together, furthering the belief they are a package deal | Video: Jones talks to Jerry Tipton about the process | Jones: UK fans “should stay optimistic. I’ll just say that and go on.” | Jones’ first diary entry for Slam Online | A Washington player is transferring, opening a scholarship for Jones.
- Josh Selby video interview from Jordan Brand Classic | Selby says Brandon Knight’s decision will not affect him (with another video interview)| Even Selby’s mom doesn’t know what college her son will choose this weekend.
- Jerry Meyer says Quincy Miller is now more likely to be a Cat and explains UK’s APR situation.
- The Lawrence World Journal checks in with Selby, Lamb and Jones | Photos of Lamb and Selby from Jordan Brand Classic practice.
- New video features Michael Gilchirst, Quincy Miller, Marquis Teague and more.
- Rutgers star Mike Rosario talks transfer*, has UK on his list | Visits Florida Friday.
- AllKyHoops: 2010 big man Luke Cothron no longer considering Kentucky.
- Melvin Turpin’s son, a juco center, recently got a call from UK assistant Orlando Antigua*.
- SIGNING DAY RECAP: KNIGHT, KANTER SIGN WITH UK; GILCHRIST COMING IN 2011
- JOHN CALIPARI: Transcript of Coach Cal’s appearance on ESPNU Wednesday.
- John Clay says you can thank Calipari for UK’s return to top-notch recruiting.
- SI: Is Calipari’s recruiting impact overstated?
- Birmingham News: Cal is making the early signing period obsolete.
- Courier-Journal: “A monumental day for John Calipari and Kentucky basketball.”
- Calipari tries to debunk his reputation as a pursuer of one-and-done players.
- BRANDON KNIGHT: The consensus No. 1 point guard in the class of 2010
- The Sun-Sentinel: Kentucky is getting a special kid in Knight.
- Video: Gary Parrish breaks down why Knight chose Kentucky.
- Knight is glad he can now relax at the Jordan Brand Classic.
- ESPN’s Paul Biancardi: Knight is the perfect fit for Kentucky.
- ESPN’s Christopher Lawlor: UK fans can breathe easier now that Knight is aboard.
- ESPN’s Eamon Brennan: Knight to Kentucky was no surprise.
- Miami Herald: Knight will try to leave his own stamp on UK basketball.
- The Orlando Sentinel: Knight to UK is a tough blow for Florida basketball.
- ZagsBlog: Knight will try to recruit some more top players to UK in the coming days.
- ZagsBlog: Source says C.J. Leslie wants to play with Knight.
- Draft Express director talks about Knight’s game.
- New video highlights of Knight from last weekend’s Nike Hoop Summit.
- MICHAEL GILCHRIST: The consensus No. 1 overall player in the class of 2011
- Philadelphia Inquirer: Kentucky is getting a great talent in Gilchrist.
- ESPN’s Paul Biancardi: Gilchrist should thrive in Lexington.
- 2011 star Tony Wroten Jr. puts UK at the top of his list after Gilchrist’s decision.
- Gilchrist introduces himself in the first entry for his monthly diary for USA Today.
- Gary Parrish: Gilchrist’s commitment is further proof of Calipari’s brilliance.
- ZagsBlog story on Gilchrist and his decision.
- Remember, as a junior, Gilchrist cannot sign a letter of intent until later this year.
- Video highlights of Gilchrist | More video highlights | Even more highlights
- ENES KANTER: A consensus five-star center from Turkey
- The Sporting News: the Kanter case is a revolutionary one for college basketball.
- Larry Vaught: Kanter gives the Cats a needed inside presence.
- ESPN source expects Kanter to be ruled eligible (second item).
- Video highlights and interview from Kanter at the Nike Hoop Summit | More highlights
- Doron Lamb might delay his decision as St. John’s continues its push | More on Lamb and St. John’s | Lamb’s father says son is down to two schools with UK “in good standing.”*
- A story on Terrence Jones and Terrence Ross, who have been friends since the 6th grade.
- The NCAA makes some changes in basketball recruiting.
- Georgia Mr. Basketball Marcus Thornton will take some visits (UK?)* before signing | UK has expressed “heavy interest” in Thornton, who was granted his release from Clemson.
- MaxPreps releases its final Top 100 rankings (Brandon Knight is #3).
- ESPN previews the late signing period, which starts Wednesday.
- New video of 2011 point guard Marquis Teague from the Boo Williams event | Teague says he’s “ready to get it over with,” and has good things to say about John Calipari | Jerry Meyer rates Teague the No. 1 player* at the Boo Williams event.
- Rivals.com breaks down the best forwards in the class of 2010 in four categories.
- Oregon Live video highlights and interview with Terrence Jones from the Hoop Summit.
- ESPN previews the late signing period, which starts Wednesday.
- 2012 guard L.J. Rose is being recruited by UK* and just about everyone else.
- The Playmakers blog predicts Brandon Knight, Terrence Jones, Doron Lamb and Terrence Ross to UK.
- Rivals.com says UK is the school with the most riding on the spring signing period.
- 2010 shooting guard Terrence Ross will visit UK before making a college choice.
- 2011 point guard Austin Rivers tells Kentucky Ink that UK is among his five schools*.
- John Calipari talks recruiting and NBA eligibility rules on Mike & Mike.
- Allkyhoops.com has a source saying UK will give Jarrod Polson an offer in the next few days.
- Kansas blog: Doron Lamb a “slight Kentucky lean”; Josh Selby a “heavy Kansas lean.”
- 2010 big man Paul Bunch says he hasn’t heard from UK*, despite some rumors.
- UNC site posts a lengthy Q&A with 2012 star J.P. Tokoto, who talks UK*.
- Dime Magazine releases its new Top 50 rankings (with several UK targets).
- Wildcat Blue Blog sets up a critical week for John Calipari and UK recruiting.
- UK commitment Enes Kanter scores 34 points to break the Nike Hoop Summit scoring record | The Seattle Times recounts how Kanter ended up choosing UK | Rivals.com says Kanter could become a trendsetter for other Europeans (with video highlights) | Seattle Times blog says no one dominated like Kanter on Saturday night | Saturday’s box score
- Post-game video interviews: Enes Kanter | Brandon Knight | Terrence Jones.
- Stacey Poole was booed by the Louisville faithful at Saturday night’s Derby Festival Classic | Poole hopes to follow in the footsteps of Eric Bledsoe with a breakout freshman year.
- The Oregonian story from the Hoop Summit focuses on Terrence Jones.
- Duke site posts a Q&A with 2011 star Quincy Miller, who discusses UK and John Calipari* | Columnist on Miller: Think Kevin Durant without the polish.
- Rick Bozich has been told that 2011 point guard Marquis Teague is likely to commit to Kentucky.
- Jerry Meyer’s latest mailbag is almost exclusively related to UK … Josh Selby could end up as Rivals.com’s No. 1 player for 2010. A “strong sentiment” C.J. Leslie picks N.C. State.
- Highly touted 2011 recruit Quinn Cook wants a coach that lets the point guard take control*.
- Gregg Doyel says to just sit back and watch John Calipari reload the UK roster.
- One-time UK juco target Ricardo Ratliffe committed to Missouri on Sunday.
- Rivals.com says it was all UK target Marquis Teague at the Boo Williams event Saturday.
- Ball is Life mixtape from the Hoop Summit practice and scrimmage.
- Ball is Life posts a Brandon Knight video interview from the Nike Hoop Summit | Dunk video.
- Jerry Tipton’s notebook says the Cats should have no trouble reloading for next season.
- UK commitment Enes Kanter says he will “definitely” be eligible immediately next season.
- Video and some new insight on Knight, Jones and Kanter from the Nike Hoop Summit | The Seattle Times has more on the UK recruits from the Hoop Summit | NBADraft.net is also impressed with Knight and Kanter at the Hoop Summit.
- A story from the Boo Williams event on 2011 point guards Marquis Teague and Austin Rivers.
- Kentucky Ink posts video of top 2011 recruit Michael Gilchrist* from the Boo Williams event | Marquis Teague video | Quincy Miller video* | Updates on how the UK targets* are performing at the showcase.
- 2011 point guard Marquis Teague talks to the Cats’ Pause about possibly coming to UK | Dave Telep was impressed with Teague’s performance* Friday night | Nice Teague dunk video
- Draft Express praises Brandon Knight in its notebook from Day 2 of the Nike Hoop Summit.
- The Shiver gets interviews with Brandon Knight and Terrence Jones from the Nike Hoop Summit.
- UNC site posts a Q&A with 2011 guard Austin Rivers*, who might visit UK.
- ESPN’s report from the Boo Williams event in Virginia | Rivals.com report
- Top 2011 recruit Michael Gilchrist was not at Kentucky on Friday, despite some Internet reports.
- Oak Hill coach says UK and Kansas are the co-leaders to get Doron Lamb*, followed by West Virginia | Kansas coaches visited Lamb at Oak Hill on Thursday.
- Oregon Live posts a Q&A video with Terrence Jones | Columnist predicts Jones to Oregon
- John Calipari had a “great visit” to C.J. Leslie’s home* on Thursday | Draft Express posts a C.J. Leslie video with highlights and an interview.
- A feature on 2012 standout Justin Anderson, who is playing in the Hampton, Va., event.
- West Jessamine star Jarrod Polson was encouraged by his UK “tryout” Thursday.
- John Calipari will travel the country all weekend in an attempt to round up recruits.
- Bleacher Report columnist says the one-and-done rule actually hurts John Calipari.
- Rivals does a great job setting up the AAU season, which tips off this weekend.
- Jerry Tipton talks to Stacey Poole about this weekend’s Derby Festival Classic | Video interview
- Highly touted 2011 point guard Austin Rivers has decommitted from Florida and will consider UK* | More on the Rivers decision from the Orlando Sentinel | Scout.com story*
- Georgia Mr. Basketball Marcus Thornton wants release from Clemson, draws interest from UK.
- ESPN updates its 2010 player rankings (Enes Kanter debuts at 25): Story | List
- Terrence Jones will announce his decision either April 23 or April 30.
- Rivals.com breaks down the 2010 shooting guard class in four categories.
- Draft Express posts a notebook from the Nike Hoop Summit (with Enes Kanter items).
- 2011 star Quincy Miller won’t be deciding on a school anytime soon*.
- Hoopmixtape highlights from the Carolina Challenge (with Quincy Miller video).
- 2011 recruits Michael Gilchrist, Marquis Teague, Austin Rivers and Johnny O’ Bryant will play in the Boo Williams Invitational this weekend | Profiles of 10 players to watch
- An interesting ESPN story on imminent changes to the travel basketball circuit.
- Wildcat Blue Blog points out some important upcoming dates for UK fans.
- The Kentucky Sports Report says John Calipari has his work cut out for him*.
- Bleacher Report says Doron Lamb will talk to St. John’s Coach Steve Lavin today.
- MaxPreps releases its All-America teams, which includes Brandon Knight on the first team.
- It’s official: Five UK players will enter their names in the NBA Draft.
- John Calipari will give West Jessamine star Jarrod Polson a chance to play for UK.
- 2010 big man Luke Cothron says UK is still in the mix, despite previous reports*.
- In-depth ESPN story on Brandon Knight’s athletic and academic accomplishments.
- UK signee Stacey Poole is hoping to impress fans at the Derby Classic this weekend.
- Box of M.E.S.S. does a video interview with Terrence Jones | Jones reiterates his intention to wait until Oregon hires a new coach.
- Rivals.com breaks down the 2010 point guard class in four categories.
- Xavier Henry is leaving Kansas for the NBA, which could affect Josh Selby and Doron Lamb.
- Kentucky Sports Network posts new video of Doron Lamb (with interview).
- Based on incoming recruits, Andy Katz has UK ranked No. 15 in his pre-pre-season poll.
- 2011 recruit Ky Madden — at 6-foot-5 — could be a point guard* in college.
- Mr. Basketball Elisha Justice has decided to stick with his commitment to U of L.
- 2011 guard Marquis Teague will announce his decision* a week later than expected.
- Stacey Poole looks forward to the Derby Classic and says he’s in touch with Brandon Knight*.
- 2012 combo forward DeJuan Marrero is one of the top prospects in the Midwest*.
- Ball Is Life posts video of Josh Selby’s best highlights from McDonald’s week.
- C.J. Leslie says UK, Florida, UConn and N.C. State are all in the running*(w/ video).
- Hoopmixtape releases its video highlights from the McDonald’s game.
- Doron Lamb’s father says there’s nothing to the rumor of a meeting with St. John’s*.
- Jody Demling updates the Marquis Teague situation and checks in with Kiel Turpin.
- Box of M.E.S.S. does a video interview with C.J. Leslie.
- A video interview with Doron Lamb, who is getting tired of all the same questions.
- ZagsBlog looks into the question of UK commitment Enes Kanter’s eligibility.
- Ball is Life posts a new mixtape video of C.J. Leslie’s best dunks.
- High-flying 2011 guard Deuce Bello is going to take his time* with his college decision.
- Box of M.E.S.S. does a video interview with Brandon Knight.
- 2011 standout Marquis Teague tells InsidetheVille.com that he has narrowed his choices to UK, U of L and Cincinnati and expects to announce his decision next weekend* | More on Teague.
- Jerry Tipton talks to Mr. Basketball Elisha Justice and his high school coach about UK | Why John Calipari would bring in Justice, who committed to Louisville last October.
- ZagsBlog says Doron Lamb will talk to St. Johns Coach Steve Lavin and C.J. Leslie will visit Florida and UConn | Lamb tells NBE Basketball Report the Lavin report is “not true” | An item on Lamb’s final game at Oak Hill and his upcoming announcement | More on Leslie’s visit to UConn and the Huskies going after the same recruits as UK.
- 2011 target and Chicago native Mike Shaw is keeping an eye on the DePaul coaching vacancy.