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Duke Has Pieces
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Mike Krzyzewski has the right elements in place. He's seen similar chemistry on the court produce championships. This year, it's one part coaching, two parts Shane Battier and Jason Williams. A mixture which makes Duke a team ready to explode with success.

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The Irish-man in South Bend
Coaches have come and gone, but Troy Murphy remains Notre Dame's foundation for success this season.
Back to the future
He's a link to UNC's past, but Matt Doherty is not doomed to repeat it with these Tar Heels.
Modesty is his Forte
UNC sophomore guard Joseph Forte commands attention on the court, but doesn't seek it off the hardwood.
Trippin'

HTV sets out on an eight-day, 11-team tour of college ball. Coming soon to a barstool near you.
ESPN.com Preseason Top 25
The ESPN.com Preseason Top 25 starts in the southwest with No. 1 Arizona.
Southwest specialty
ESPN.com has tabbed Arizona as its preseason No. 1. Why? Because the Wildcats say so.
Sun Devil gets support from second family
Arizona State sophomore Justin Allen feels so comfortable with his teammates that he's staying in Tempe as he battles cancer.
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LSU
The Tigers go from runnin' with cats named Stromile and Jabari to possibly starting a walk-on in the post. Good luck kids.

Big East Preview
Who's bringin' the noise in the Big East this season? Can the luck of the Irish topple the hype-machine at the Hall?
D1 Preview
HoopsTV breaks down the top college squads in the country. Each day, we'll roll out new teams.

MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL SPOTLIGHT

Rare Air

Jeff Trepagnier elevates above the rim during USC's Midnight Madness.
avi: 655 k
Real: 56.6 | ISDN | T1

Take Two

Jeff Trepagnier uses both hands this time during Midnight Madness at USC.
avi: 608 k Real: 56.6 | ISDN | T1

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Weekly Word
Forget about early-entry candidates or impact freshmen. To win the national title, a team better be loaded with vets.
Loyal to the end
Roy Williams' decision not to coach at UNC was more shocking to college basketball than Bob Knight's firing.

Chat wrap: Jason Williams
Duke's sophomore point guard previewed the 2000-01 season in chat on Tuesday.
Chat wrap: Jeff Trepagnier
The USC guard says his team will turn a lot of heads this season.
Chat wrap: Midnight Madness
Several of the best college basketball players stopped by to preview the season on Friday.

ESPN.com's NCAA Tournament coverage
Recapture "Mateen Spirit" with a look back at Michigan State's run to the national title.
Katz: Versatility the new trend
ESPN.com's Andy Katz says Michigan State's ability to adapt to different styles could start a new trend in college basketball.