No school has had more McDonald's All-Americans than North Carolina who had two recruits named to the 2011 class, giving UNC a grand total of 58 MAA's. While Carolina recruit James McAdoo was earning co-MVP honors of the game, future Tar Heel P.J. Hairston quietly put together a solid all-around performance scoring 15 points in just 14 minutes of action. (This is a Paul M. … [Read more...] about Where Does McDonald’s All-American P.J. Hairston Fit at North Carolina Next Season?
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UNC Recruit James McAdoo Wins McDonald’s All-American Game MVP
With his 17 points on 8-13 shooting, future North Carolina Tar Heel James McAdoo shared co-MVP honors of the McDonald’s All-American Game with Kentucky recruit Michael Gilchrist. "Just a dream come true, first and foremost just to be in the game, but I just went out there with the mindset to make shots and grab some rebounds," McAdoo said. From the looks of it, McAdoo … [Read more...] about UNC Recruit James McAdoo Wins McDonald’s All-American Game MVP
North Carolina Tar Heels Very Impressive; Ready for Test from Kentucky Wildcats
You wouldn’t have thought that the UNC Tar Heels team playing Friday night was the same one that was defensively challenged all year. College basketball teams were able to get up and down on them pretty much at will. But on Friday night, they stepped up and answered the call, holding Marquette to 15 first half points – the second fewest in the program’s storied tournament … [Read more...] about North Carolina Tar Heels Very Impressive; Ready for Test from Kentucky Wildcats
NBA Draft Stock Report: NCAA Tournament Edition
Even though it is just one game or a few games, the NCAA Tournament can do wonders to either help or hurt a college basketball player’s NBA Draft Stock. Here are some players who have seen their stock rise and fall since tourney time has tipped-off By: David Kay … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Stock Report: NCAA Tournament Edition
2011 NCAA Tournament: East Regional Bracket Breakdown
Warning: I will not be responsible if you copy these brackets and are out of your NCAA Tournament pool by by Sunday. However, if you do listen to my college basketball wisdom and win some money, I want 20% of the pot or at least a thank you note or shout-out on your twitter or facebook page. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: East Regional Bracket Breakdown
2011 NBA Draft Stock Report (2/11/11)
The NBA Draft Stock Report checks in on which college basketball players have made a name for themselves in the past week; either helping or hurting their future draft position. In this edition, a pair of UNC freshmen are on the rise while two early season Player of the Year candidates are starting to slip some. Click here for The Sports Bank’s 2011 NBA Mock Draft. By: … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Draft Stock Report (2/11/11)
2011 NBA Mock Draft- First Round (1/29/11)
Team needs have NOT been taken into account with this 2011 NBA Mock Draft. We will begin to factor in team needs once the NBA trade deadline has passed. Click on the players’ name for a complete scouting report and an NBA comparison. Here is a list of outstanding trades for the 2011 NBA Draft. Check out a 2012 NBA Mock Draft and The Sports Bank's 2011 NFL Mock Draft. … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Mock Draft- First Round (1/29/11)
2011 NBA Mock Draft- First Round (1/7/11)
With Kyrie Irving's toe injury and Harrison Barnes' struggles, the top spot in the 2011 NBA Draft is up for grabs. Team needs have not been taken into account with this mock draft. Click on the players’ name for a complete scouting report. Check out a 2012 NBA Mock Draft and The Sports Bank's 2011 NFL Mock Draft. … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Mock Draft- First Round (1/7/11)
Preseason All-American Harrison Barnes will Eventually Be Alright, Trust Me
North Carolina Freshman three Harrison Barnes was rated the No. 1 overall recruit in the nation, and is the first ever preseason All-American first team selection to garner the honor without ever playing a single collegiate minute. (The preseason All-America team was instituted in 1986). And Fox Sports.com and CBS Sports.com named him the preseason player of the year. So to … [Read more...] about Preseason All-American Harrison Barnes will Eventually Be Alright, Trust Me
2011 NBA Mock Draft-First Round (12-2-10)
With the college basketball season now in full swing, we get a better idea of which players project for the 2011 NBA Draft. Team needs have not been taken into account with this mock draft. Click on the players’ name for a complete scouting report. Check out a 2012 NBA Mock Draft. … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Mock Draft-First Round (12-2-10)