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Around the Rim: Syracuse Shoots Up Polls by John Perrotto

Published 27 hours ago at Basketball Prospectus

Expectations were low after a Syracuse team that lost three starters fell at home in its exhibition against LeMoyne, but the Orange has quickly vaulted into the top 10 in the polls following the 2K Sports Classic.
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NBA Extremists: The All-O, No-D Toronto Raptors by Kevin Pelton
— basketballprospectus.com — Early in the season, the Toronto Raptors are on path to make history with both the quality... of their offense and the weakness of their defense. (more) NBA Extremists: The All-O, No-D Toronto Raptors by Kevin ...

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Two Favorites: Purdue and Tennessee by John Gasaway

Published 2 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

I’m on the record as thinking the Boilermakers will win the Big Ten and the Volunteers will (co-) win the SEC. Both teams looked pretty good to me last night in Purdue’s one-point win.
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On the Beat: Mavericks Winning with Defense by John Perrotto

Published 2 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

Through the first three weeks of the season, the Dallas Mavericks have struggled. However, improved defense has lifted Dallas to the best record in the Southwest Division.
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Just How Good is Syracuse?
— basketballprospectus.com — If Syracuse in November of 2009 had never existed it would have been necessary to invent them,... if for no other reason than to illustrate the bipolar doom-vs.-euphoria nature of so much hoops punditry. Just three short weeks ago Jim Boeheim's team ... (more) Just How Good is Syracuse?

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Fast Starters: Bucks` Success Bodes Well by Kevin Pelton
— basketballprospectus.com — Even though expectations for the Milwaukee Bucks were low, an 8-3 start indicates they are very legitimate... playoff contenders in the Eastern Conference. (more) Fast Starters: Bucks` Success Bodes Well by Kevin Pelton

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Welcome Back: Seattle U Announces its D-I Presence by Kevin Pelton

Published 6 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

For the first time in 29 years, Seattle University is playing a full D-I schedule. It kicked the home portion off in style Thursday by beating Fresno State at KeyArena.
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Friday Wrap: Don`t Fret about Turner (Yet) by John Gasaway

Published 6 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

The season`s begun in earnest and it’s time to look at what we learned yesterday. Everything from Evan Turner’s epic struggles to the sublime triumph of Dayton’s bench.
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On the Beat: Jackson Happy with Trade by John Perrotto

Published 6 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

Despite joining a Charlotte Bobcats team still in search of its first playoff appearance, Stephen Jackson is pleased with last week`s trade from Golden State.
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Is Iverson the Answer?: Breaking Down the Knicks by Kevin Pelton
— basketballprospectus.com — New York`s slow start explains why the Knicks are interested in Allen Iverson, but three key players... could solve the team`s problems on offense when their slumps end. (more) Is Iverson the Answer?: Breaking Down the Knicks by ...

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Around the Rim: Spartans Aim for Another Title by John Perrotto

Published 7 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

Tom Izzo has built the Big Ten`s top program in East Lansing, and with three starters back from last year`s Final Four team, Michigan State has a chance to add a second National Championship under Izzo.
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basketballprospectus.com - 6 days ago
Changing of the Guard: Defensive Comings and Goings by Kevin Pelton
— basketballprospectus.com — Through the first three weeks of the season, the NBA`s defensive leaderboard looks very different than it... did a year ago. (more) Changing of the Guard: Defensive Comings and Goings by ...

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basketballprospectus.com - 7 days ago
Kansas is Fine: Plus Other Bald Assertions by John Gasaway
— basketballprospectus.com — So the Jayhawks eked out a two-point win against Memphis last night. Hey, looking ugly is practically... mandatory for eventual national champions. It’s Gasaway’s Law! Plus thoughts on Michigan State, etc. (more) Kansas is Fine: Plus Other Bald Assertions by John Gasaway

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Wall to Wall Wall: It Begins by John Gasaway
— basketballprospectus.com — We’ve already seen three percent of John Wall’s entire college career, so it’s time for the first... Wall retrospective. The freshman hit the game-winner last night in Kentucky’s 72-70 win over Miami OH. (more) Wall to Wall Wall: It Begins by John Gasaway

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Transaction Analysis: Bobcats Deal for Jackson by Kevin Pelton

Published 9 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

Adding Stephen Jackson will help Charlotte`s offense considerably in the short term, but adding Jackson`s contract makes the deal a net loss for the Bobcats.
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On the Beat: Hawks Open Eyes by John Perrotto

Published 9 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

After winning Monday`s OT showdown with Portland, Atlanta is tied for the NBA`s best record at 9-2.
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Five Thoughts: Washington-Portland State by Kevin Pelton

Published 11 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

Observations as the Huskies, ranked No. 13 in BBP`s season-opening edition of The List, completed a sweep of the Athletes in Action Classic.
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basketballprospectus.com - 9 days ago
A Special Night: Brandon Jennings` Big Game by Kevin Pelton
— basketballprospectus.com — On a quiet Saturday night, Milwaukee Bucks rookie guard Brandon Jennings exploded for a record-setting 55-point game.... (more) A Special Night: Brandon Jennings` Big Game by Kevin Pelton

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On the Beat: Suns Start Strong by John Perrotto

Published 13 days ago at Basketball Prospectus

Steve Nash seemed crazy to extend his contract in Phoenix last summer, but behind his leadership the Suns have been one of the league`s best teams so far in 2009-10.
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basketballprospectus.com - 13 days ago
How Does Butler Do It?: by John Gasaway
— basketballprospectus.com — Horizon League teams aren`t supposed to stay nationally ranked year after year. Someone forgot to tell the... Bulldogs. (more) How Does Butler Do It?: by John Gasaway

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