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Top 10 classes of one-and-done era
John Calipari has dominated the one-and-done era of recruiting. How many UK teams rank among the top 10 classes of the era.
2010 NBA Draft: When they were prospects
Rivals.com's No. 1-ranked prospect was the No. 1 selection in the 2010 NBA Draft on Thursday. But John Wall was not the only player that Rivals.com sa
Hood, Orton help lead Gold to DFC victory
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Kentucky signees Jon Hood and Daniel Orton scored 13 and 12 points, respectively, on Saturday to help lead the Gold squad to a 151-
PHOTO GALLERY: Derby Festival Classic
One of the nation's top high school basketball all-star games was played Saturday night in Louisville as elite prospects from across the country were
Orton talks recruiting upon DFC arrival
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – By this point, Daniel Orton may be tired of having people in his ear about his recruitment. But he's going to have at least one more
PHOTO GALLERY: DFC Practice
Players arrived in Louisville on Thursday for practice leading up to Saturday's Wazoo Sports Derby Festival Classic all-star game at Freedom Hall. Sev
Orton reports a big misunderstanding
The Big Blue Nation thought it was on the verge of seeing another recruit leave the Wildcat family when Internet reports surfaced claiming five-star O
Coaching moves affect several recruiting classes
Don't expect a quick end to the 2009 recruiting season. With coaches jumping from one job to another, there will also be significant movement among th
Calipari visits Orton
One of John Calipari's many stops on a busy Wednesday after accepting the head coaching position at the University of Kentucky was to Wildcat signee D
Recruiting process a priority
One of the first tasks John Calipari faces as the new coach at Kentucky is getting familiar with the roster he will inherit as well as dealing with a
Orton family reacts to Calipari news
The father of Kentucky's most-heralded prospect in the 2009 basketball recruiting class says the family is eager to speak with the Wildcats' new head
Orton in wait and see mode
The marquee player in Kentucky's 2009 basketball recruiting class is one of four prospects who will be keeping a close eye on the coaching situation i
Derby Festival Classic rosters announced
The annual Wazoo Sports Derby Festival Basketball Classic, resented by papajohns.com, will have a big-time local flavor this year, with at least 10 pl
DFC rosters include all 3 UK signees
Kentucky signees GJ Vilarino (pictured at left), Jon Hood and Daniel Orton are among 20 players included on the 2009 Kentucky Derby Festival Basketbal
2009 Jordan Brand All-American Team
Here is a look at the 20 participants in the 2009 Jordan Brand Classic in Madison Square Garden on Saturday, April 18 at 8:00 p.m. EST.
Jordan Brand All-American Team Announced
NEW YORK, NY (February 10, 2009) – Jordan Brand, a division of Nike, Inc., announced today during a special ESPNU Selection Show that the top-five ran
Wall ready to shine in Jordan game
It won't be easy for the No. 1 player in the nation John Wall to miss out on the opportunity to play in the McDonald's All American Game. Because he
Florida in familiar spot atop SEC
Last year, the SEC as a whole was the best recruiting conference in the nation. This year, however, is much different. Only three teams check into the
Early signing period conference breakdown
The Big 12 was the clear winner of the conferences during the early signing period. Seven teams from the conference rank among the top 25 recruiting c
Fastbreak Friday: Pure madness
It is a star-studded weekend all around the country as a large number schools are holding a celebration to usher in the basketball season. Some teams
Weekly Wrap: Five-star impact
Five of the top high school basketball players ended their recruitment in the last seven days. Because of that, the team rankings went through a major
Orton: Fans, title dreams led to UK
A whirlwind official visit that included thoroughbred racing, a news conference/fashion show unveiling new uniforms, "Big Blue Madness" and some pic
Orton a Wildcat
Sources close to the recruitment of Oklahoma basketball prospect Daniel Orton tell CatsIllustrated.com that the five-star center has made his verbal c
Fastbreak Friday: The madness begins
A handful of teams are hosting their versions of Midnight Madness and pre-season tip-off festivities this weekend. Kentucky is working to seal the dea
Fastbreak Friday: First official for No. 1
Kansas, Michigan State, Tennessee and others are all gearing up for huge visit weekends from recruits. John Wall, the nation's top player in the Class
Kansas moving up Ortons list
Daniel Orton has made a couple of changes to his visit schedule. Instead of officially visiting Kansas during the weekend of October 17, Orton has dec
Orton gives high marks to Gillispies home visit
There was no mystery surrounding Billy Gillispie's travel plans when in-home visits began this week. One of the first stops for the Kentucky coach was
Latest on Selfs visit with Orton
After meeting with Xavier Henry on Tuesday night, Bill Self was back out on the road on Wednesday night. In fact, he was back in the state of Oklahoma
In-Home Visits Begin Today
The next couple of weeks figure to be extremely busy for the University of Kansas men's basketball staff. Bill Self, along with members of his coachin
Nike USA Select Sweep in Brazil
Nike's USA Select Team finished it's Brazil tour this evening with a 4-0 undefeated record. The team won it's final game against Paulistano. (Photo:
Cats have inside track for Orton
Kentucky appears to have the inside track on one of the elite basketball prospects in the Class of 2009, but those hoping to hear news of a commitment
Nike Select Team Heads to Brazil
Beaverton, Oregon (August 13, 2008) – Nike Elite Youth Basketball has selected nine players who will represent the United States and travel to Brazil
Nike Global Games: semifinals
A championship game between two USA teams is set for Sunday in the Nike Global Challenge, and John Wall commented on his highly scrutinized recruitmen
Orton, Cheek compete in UConn camp
STORRS, Conn. – Center Daniel Orton had no problem rattling off the list of places basketball has taken him in the past three months. But this weekend
Latest from Orlando: Athletes First in spotlight
Things began to wind down on Saturday at the 17 and under Super Showcase, and at the same time the 16 and under national tournament started to get goi
Super Showcase: Friday
ORLANDO -- Friday marked the end of pool play and the beginning bracket play at the Super Showcase in Orlando. The small amount of teams means that so
2008 Nike Global Challenge
World's Elite High School Basketball Talent Coming to Portland Area for 2008 Nike Global Challenge Teams include Serbia, Lithuania, Senegal, Puerto Ri
Peach Jam: Sunday morning
The morning session of games on Saturday at the Nike Peach Jam were somewhat calm but there were some nuggets to uncover in the three game set, includ
Takes 5ive Classic draws talent, coaches
CINCINNATI -- The adidas Takes 5ive Classic returned to the University of Cincinnati campus for its second year, and judging by the Who's Who of colle
Five-Star Orton talks about official visits
Daniel Orton has seen a big change take place in his recruitment. According to the 6-foot-10, 260-pound center from Bishop McGuiness High School in Ok
Orton excelled at NBA Camp
True centers can be very tough to find, and in the 2009 class the best one might just be Daniel Orton. The massive pivot from Oklahoma recently partic
Orton, Watford showcase skills at NBA camp
CHARLOTTSVILLE, Va. – Two players being courted by Kentucky are currently on display at the NBA Top 100 camp at the University of Virginia. Christian
NBA Players Camp: Session two
Wally Judge and Rakeem Buckles carried their strong play into the second session of the NBA Players Association Top 100 Camp. But underclassman Trist
Orton: Kentucky made strong impression
One of the highest-profile players to attend Kentucky's recent "Elite Camp" was not even a participant on the courts of the Craft Center. Read more
Orton makes visit to Stillwater
Although he has not been on the job but just a couple of months, OSU fans certainly have to be happy with the direction recruiting has heading under n
Boyd breaks down recruitment
The recruiting process has been extremely kind to Terrence Boyd. The 6-foot-5, 225-pound small forward from Norman (OK) High School has multiple schol
MDC finals
Monday was championship day at the Bobby Hussey- Nike Memorial Day Classic, and the Houston Hoops, Illinois Warriors and Athletes First, who were led
Is KU an option for Five-Star Orton
The recruiting process couldn't be going any better for Daniel Orton. The 6-foot-10, 260-pound center from Bishop McGuinness High School in Oklahoma C
Ikard collects the hardware
Gabe Ikard expects to win. That lofty expectation could be expected, however, seeing that the Oklahoma City area prospect comes from one of the state'
April rewind: 2009 prospects in the news
Over the course of the month of April, Rivals.com covered and evaluated prospects like John Wall at the Boo Williams Invitational, Real Deal on the Hi
Old School Super Regional on horizon
If the NCAA Tournament didn't satisfy your basketball appetite, Conway is a good place to be this weekend. Ron Crawford and the Arkansas Wings will be
Boo Williams eye catchers
A number of quality prospects were in action last weekend at the Boo Williams Invitational. Based on both performance and promise as prospects, here
Boo Ballers
With action on all courts inside Boo Williams' new arena over the weekend, there were tons of great prospects to watch and evaluate in Hampton. Here a
Boo Williams comes to a close
History repeated itself on Sunday afternoon at the Boo Williams Invitational. A familiar championship game team put it all together and claimed the co
PHOTO GALLERY: Boo Williams Invitational
HAMPTON, Va. -- Each year, the AAU basketball season tips off with the action-packed Boo Williams Invitational with dozens of teams and hundreds of to
Boo Williams: Day One
The Boo Williams Invitational kicked off Friday night in the brand new Boo Williams Sportsplex. The Houston Hoops pulled off a win over the Mean Stre
Center of attention: Examining the 2009 Cs
Who are the top centers in the class of 2009? Who are the players that could potentially break out on the national scene this month? We answer those q
Orton speaks on coaching change
One of the top local basketball prospects that OSU fans definitely want to hear from regarding the coaching situation in Stillwater is Oklahoma City,
Old School Super Reginal in Conway
The 2008 AAU Old School Super Regional will be played in Conway in April, and the tournament field will consist of eight of the top 17-and-under AAU B
Schools tracking Orton
Class of 2009 five-star prospect Daniel Orton of Oklahoma City Bishop High School is finding his stride after missing the early part of the season wit
5-star Orton is taking it all in stride
As one of the premier post players in all the land, it is a busy time for Daniel Orton. The 6-foot-9 center from Oklahoma is balancing school, his bas
Clarke off to hot start
Arkansas signee Rotnei Clarke, 6-0, 185, of Claremore (Okla.) Verdigris is off to a hot start and his team faces a big challenge later this week. In a
Two schools at top of Ortons list
A knee injury has kept 2009 five-star prospect Daniel Orton on the sideline for Oklahoma City (Okla.) Bishop McGuinness' first two games. The 6-foot-
Top center for 2009 listing Cats early
Kentucky's search for a big man in the Class of 2008 may have come up empty with the November signing period beginning Wednesday and no classic post p
Orton in Stillwater for homecoming
One of the top local 2009 basketball prospects that was on hand for an unofficial visit to Stillwater this past weekend is Oklahoma City, Oklahoma big
Fastbreak Friday: Final officials
Midnight Madness was last week, but a handful of programs are playing host to big recruits this weekend. A couple of the top prospects still left on t
Orton has had numerous visitors
One of the truly elite big men in the 2009 class is Daniel Orton. The aircraft carrier center out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma has clearly established h
Orton taking it all in
Oklahoma City (Okla.) Bishop McGuinness has been a must stop for college coaches thanks to the presence of five-star 2009 center Daniel Orton. The 6-9
Orton Receives First Visitor
Prior to Monday nights in-home visit with J'Mison Morgan, members of the KU coaching staff stopped to check in on a couple of 2009 prospects. On Tuesd
Fastbreak Friday: Huge weekend for visits
The list of basketball prospects taking official visits this weekend is long – very long. Our college football game of the week - Virginia Tech at LSU
Peach Jam notes: Playoffs underway
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. -- The games are played with a win or go home attitude now at the Peach Jam. The playoff bracket is under way and four teams remai
Peach Jam notes: Recruiting scoop
There is no shortage of big-time college coaching at the Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., and it seems like all of them took in Friday's 16-unde
Nike Peach Jam 17s player summaries, part I
After reading about so many of these players the last few years, it's fun to see what is reality and fiction. I didn't get to see every team, but I sa
Peach Jam Notes: Look out for Gaucho guards
N. AUGUSTA, S.C. -- A memorable game between two of the best grassroots teams in the country and one of the most memorable individual performances of
Big man Orton likes the Bucks
Normally during the summer the AAU and camp environment is not conducive to big men being able to show off their skills. However, when one is able to
LeBron James: Sunday action
AKRON, Ohio - Rivals.com caught both sessions of game on Sunday at the LeBron James US Skills Academy. Within a strong line up of 80 some players, se
NBPA camp: Friday morning action
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. -- Big men ruled the game on Friday morning. A number of post players put on a clinic while the camp's top scorers kept the pace
Action starts at NBPA camp
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - The campers have their jerseys, teams have been assigned and the games are under way at the NBA Players Association camp on the
Baylor Elite Camp leaves impression
The Baylor Elite Camp is in the books so now we bring you a look at what some of the campers had to say about their time on the Baylor campus. There w
NIKE Hoop Jamboree: Vol. 1
The NIKE Hoop Jamboree, a prestigious camp for the top underclassmen in the country, came to a close over the weekend. Class of 2009 point guard prosp
GA Blazers take the NIKE MDC
NASHVILLE, Tenn.- After traveling across country to Arizona and winning the Cactus Classic last weekend, the New York Gauchos worked their way into th
PHOTO GALLERY: More sights from MDC
The Nike Memorial Day Classic was held over the holiday weekend at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn. This exclusive CatsIllustrated.com photo g
Nike Memorial Day Classic: Day One
NASHVILLE, Tenn.- The Nike Memorial Day Classic got underway on Saturday, and Rivals.com spent half the day with the 17-unders and half the day with t
PHOTO GALLERY: Memorial Day Classic
The 2007 Nike Memorial Day Classic got under way Saturday in Nashville, Tenn. with many of the nation's top basketball prospects competing in around-t
Cactus Classic is best in the West
There is a new power tournament in the west. The second annual Arizona Cactus Classic at the University of Arizona tips off this weekend and tournamen
Arizona Cactus Classic Preview: Pool F
The Compton Magic has some big time players in G.J. Vilarino and Daniel Orton, but it's the T-Mac All-Stars with Anthony Jones, J'Covan Brown, Steve T
Video: Daniel Orton shows his potential
Video: Daniel Orton shows his potential
Jayhawk Invitational: Friday
LAWRENCE, KS -- The action was hot, really hot, on opening night at the Jayhawk Invitational inside the historic Allen Fieldhouse on the campus of Kan
Henry puts on show
Kanas recruit Xavier Henry was the star of the first night. Henry who has said the Jayhawks are one of the schools high on his list had the hot hand.
Daniel Orton has Cowboy offer
Undoubtedly the top hardwood prospect for Coach Sean Sutton in the 2009 class is local big-man and OSU legacy Daniel Orton. We were able to catch up
KU in the mix for another Five-Star prospect
Daniel Orton is a wanted man. The 6-foot-10, 250-pound center from McGuinness High School in Oklahoma City, Okla., is a big-time high-major prospect a
KU prospects take the court in Houston
The first day of the Houston Kingwood Classic is complete. While most teams don't get started until Saturday, a number of KU prospects took the court
Ten national names to watch
HAMPTON, Va. - As always, the Boo Williams Nike Invitational allows basketball media to see some talent emerge. This year was no different. Here are t
Boo Williams: Saturday
HAMPTON, Va. - The big men held the keys to the Boo Williams Invitational, turned the engine on and put the pedal to the metal on Saturday. Guys like
PHOTO GALLERY: Boo Williams Invitational
The Boo Williams Invitational is one of the premier AAU events of the spring. This exclusive Rivals.com photo gallery gives you a front row seat for s
2009 OSU legacy a top target
In basketball recruiting, it seems like it is never too early to start looking down the road for prospects. We caught up with one of 2009's top prosp
More visits, more camps
Oklahoma State leads the charge this weekend with a number of players making it out to Stillwater, including four-star wing James Anderson. We break t