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Rivals Roundtable: NBA Draft first-round takeaways

Rivals Roundtable: NBA Draft first-round takeaways

Rob Cassidy believes that Stephon Castle has a long NBA career ahead of him.

6/27/24
 • Rob Cassidy and Jason Jordan
Local NBA Draft Entries

Local NBA Draft Entries

In this article, we feature a few local players who have decided to put their names in the NBA Draft. They have until

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4/17/24
 • Brian Reichert
Ranking the Sweet 16 games by entertainment value

Ranking the Sweet 16 games by entertainment value

Trey Alexander and Big East power Creighton face SEC regular-season champ Tennessee in the best matchup of the Sweet 16.

3/28/24
 • Rob Cassidy
Ten likely stars of the NCAA tournament's second weekend

Ten likely stars of the NCAA tournament's second weekend

Zach Edey is trying to help Purdue break its 24-year Final Four drought.

3/27/24
 • Rob Cassidy
South Region: New Yorkers Dancing

South Region: New Yorkers Dancing

The South Region of March Madness will focus on New Yorkers who are dancing this season. The Region is stacked with

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3/22/24
 • Brian Reichert
Four former five-stars that will shape the NCAA tournament's first weekend

Four former five-stars that will shape the NCAA tournament's first weekend

Former five-star Armando Bacot has played his entire five-year collegiate career for North Carolina.

3/17/24
 • Rob Cassidy
Teams to watch in every major conference tournament

Teams to watch in every major conference tournament

St. John's likely needs to beat Seton Hall to earn a bid to the NCAA tournament.

3/13/24
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Roundtable: Title picks, big matchups & surprises in college hoops

Rivals Roundtable: Title picks, big matchups & surprises in college hoops

Analyst Rob Cassidy is riding with Hunter Dickinson and Kansas to win the title, while Jason Jordan picks Duke.

11/3/23
 • Rob Cassidy and Jason Jordan
Duke's Scheyer continues his collection of five-stars

Duke's Scheyer continues his collection of five-stars

Cooper Flagg became Duke coach Jon Scheyer's 10th five-star recruit already.

10/30/23
 • Rob Cassidy
Decision Dossier: Breaking down Cooper Flagg's recruitment

Decision Dossier: Breaking down Cooper Flagg's recruitment

The top player in the 2024 class just finished a visit to Duke. His only other visit was to UConn.

10/25/23
 • Rob Cassidy
I've Got Five On It: Top-ranked sophomores still in college basketball

I've Got Five On It: Top-ranked sophomores still in college basketball

Former five-star Kyle Filipowski is the reigning ACC Rookie of the Year.

8/24/23
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Roundtable: Transfer portal, next rankings update

Rivals Roundtable: Transfer portal, next rankings update

Derik Queen and Drake Powell could be in for rankings bumps

5/12/23
 • Rob Cassidy and Jason Jordan
Freshman Tracker: Season wraps up for nation's top freshmen

Freshman Tracker: Season wraps up for nation's top freshmen

Alabama and Brandon Miller had their season end on Friday night with a loss to San Diego State in the Sweet 16.

3/25/23
 • Travis Graf
Freshman Tracker: Consistency is key as conference play heats up

Freshman Tracker: Consistency is key as conference play heats up

Brandon Miller and the Alabama Crimson Tide are atop the SEC basketball standings.

2/7/23
 • Travis Graf
Freshman Tracker: SEC, Big 12 newcomers impressing

Freshman Tracker: SEC, Big 12 newcomers impressing

Brandon Miller has been impressing for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

1/9/23
 • Travis Graf
Freshman Tracker: Standouts shine in Thanksgiving MTEs

Freshman Tracker: Standouts shine in Thanksgiving MTEs

Former five-star Brandon Miller is averaging 21 points per game this season for Alabama.

11/27/22
 • Travis Graf
Freshman Tracker: Heralded standouts make their debut

Freshman Tracker: Heralded standouts make their debut

Baylor freshman Keyonte George is averaging 18 points per game after the season's first week.

11/14/22
 • Travis Graf
I've Got Five On It: First-year coaches making recruiting waves

I've Got Five On It: First-year coaches making recruiting waves

Jon Scheyer's transition to head coach at Duke has largely been seamless.

8/11/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Who deserves the top spot after GG Jackson's reclassification?

Who deserves the top spot after GG Jackson's reclassification?

Recruiting director Rob Cassidy offers up the pros and cons of the candidates, including Xavier Booker.

7/27/22
 • Rob Cassidy
I've Got Five On It: Offseason storylines that will impact 2022-23 season

I've Got Five On It: Offseason storylines that will impact 2022-23 season

Nijel Pack transferred to Miami from Kansas State after receiving an NIL deal reportedly worth $800,000.

5/5/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2022 position rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the 2022 position rankings

Dereck Lively is loaded with upside at the center position.

4/21/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Rankings Week: Top 10 countdown for 2022

Rivals Rankings Week: Top 10 countdown for 2022

The final rankings for the 2022 class will be revealed this week, starting today with the top 10 countdown.

4/19/22
 • Rob Cassidy and Dave Berry
Rivals Rankings Week: How we will remember the 2022 class

Rivals Rankings Week: How we will remember the 2022 class

Duke's 2022 class, led by current No. 1 Dariq Whitehead, could be one of the best ever.

4/18/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Graf's Takeaways: Five winners from the Jordan Brand Classic

Graf's Takeaways: Five winners from the Jordan Brand Classic

Five-star Kentucky signee Cason Wallace impressed at the Jordan Brand Classic.

4/16/22
 • Travis Graf
Jordan Brand Classic: Four players who have stood out

Jordan Brand Classic: Four players who have stood out

USC commit Vincent Iwuchukwu brought energy and showed of his five-star skill set during practices and scrimmages.

4/14/22
 • Travis Graf
Four NYers in Jordan Brand Classic

Four NYers in Jordan Brand Classic

The Jordan Brand Classic features an all star game with the best Seniors across the country. This game has featured a

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3/16/22
 • Brian Reichert
NYCHoops.net Weekly Roundup (3/8)

NYCHoops.net Weekly Roundup (3/8)

The playoffs are fully under way as Long Island has crowned some championships, there’s been some upstate upsets and

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3/8/22
 • Brian Reichert
New Yorker is Naismith POY Finalist

New Yorker is Naismith POY Finalist

Earlier this week the five finalists for the 2022 Jersey Mikes Naismith High School Player of the Year award were

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2/25/22
 • Brian Reichert
Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the new 2022 position rankings

Rivals Rankings Week: Breaking down the new 2022 position rankings

Rob Cassidy looks at top dogs and notable players at each position in the 2022 rankings, including No. 1 PG Nick Smith.

2/9/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Rankings Week: Updated Rivals150 released

Rivals Rankings Week: Updated Rivals150 released

The updated Rivals150 for the class of 2022 has been released.

2/8/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Rival Views: Previewing next week's rankings refresh

Rival Views: Previewing next week's rankings refresh

The Rivals staff discuss a handful of topics in advance of next week's rankings refresh.

2/5/22
 • Rob Cassidy and Travis Graf
I've Got Five On It: Biggest rankings questions to address

I've Got Five On It: Biggest rankings questions to address

The most pressing question: Who will take over the vacant No. 1 spot for the 2022 class?

2/3/22
 • Rob Cassidy
I've Got Five On It: Five McDonald's All-Americans under the microscope

I've Got Five On It: Five McDonald's All-Americans under the microscope

Five-star UCLA signee Amari Bailey will have an opportunity to shine on the biggest stage in high school basketball.

1/27/22
 • Rob Cassidy
I've Got Five On It: Five prospects that should rise in the rankings

I've Got Five On It: Five prospects that should rise in the rankings

Five-star Dariq Whitehead could rise even further in the 2022 Rivals150 in the next rankings refresh.

1/13/22
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Roundtable: Predictions for 2022

Rivals Roundtable: Predictions for 2022

The transition from Coach K to Jon Scheyer has gone remarkably well for the Blue Devils on the recruiting trail.

1/3/22
 • Rob Cassidy, Dan McDonald, Jamie Shaw
McDonald's Nuggets: Recruiting wins of '21, Commit of the Week

McDonald's Nuggets: Recruiting wins of '21, Commit of the Week

Gonzaga earned bragging rights in the recruiting world when it landed Chet Holmgren.

12/31/21
 • Dan McDonald
Rivals Roundtable: Top spot in 2022 rankings, 2021 in review

Rivals Roundtable: Top spot in 2022 rankings, 2021 in review

Five-star Kyle Filipowski could rise to the top spot in the updated 2022 Rivals150.

12/27/21
 • Rob Cassidy and Jamie Shaw
Twitter Tuesday: New No. 1 in 2022, pet names, best recruiter

Twitter Tuesday: New No. 1 in 2022, pet names, best recruiter

Five-star Yohan Traore could be in line to take over the top spot in the 2022 Rivals150 rankings.

11/23/21
 • Rob Cassidy
Shaw's Takeaways: National Prep Showcase

Shaw's Takeaways: National Prep Showcase

There was not much 6-foot-11 forward Kyle Filipowski, a Duke commit, could not do at the showcase.

11/22/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Rivals Roundtable: Notable performers, new No. 1, surprising teams

Rivals Roundtable: Notable performers, new No. 1, surprising teams

Yohan Traore may end up as the top-ranked prospect in the 2022 class following Shaedon Sharpe's reclassification.

11/22/21
 • Rob Cassidy, Dan McDonald, Jamie Shaw
I've Got Five On It: The top classes as the Early Signing Period begins

I've Got Five On It: The top classes as the Early Signing Period begins

Five-star Shaedon Sharpe is a big part of Kentucky's top-ranked 2022 class.

11/11/21
 • Rob Cassidy
McDonald's Nuggets: Top five 2022 commits, a visit to watch

McDonald's Nuggets: Top five 2022 commits, a visit to watch

Dan McDondald also offers his 2023 Commit of the Week.

9/24/21
 • Dan McDonald
Florida Man: Recruiting class will shape Duke's future for years to come

Florida Man: Recruiting class will shape Duke's future for years to come

Replacing coaching legends is tough sledding, but Duke's rock-solid class of 2022 should set Jon Scheyer up for success.

9/22/21
 • Rob Cassidy
I've Got Five On It: Five players that will define Duke's transition

I've Got Five On It: Five players that will define Duke's transition

Paolo Banchero will play a key role in Duke's transition from Mike Krzyzewski to Jon Scheyer.

9/2/21
 • Rob Cassidy
Rivals Rankings Week: Notable moves in new 2022 Rivals150

Rivals Rankings Week: Notable moves in new 2022 Rivals150

A new No. 1 at the top is definitely one of the more significant developments in the new rankings.

8/25/21
 • Rob Cassidy
Slam Summer Classic Notebook

Slam Summer Classic Notebook

NEW YORK, NY -- Well summer has come and gone but it was a great ending as the annual Slam Summer Classic returned to

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8/16/21
 • Jacob Schwartz
I've Got Five On It: Big questions prior to next rankings updates

I've Got Five On It: Big questions prior to next rankings updates

Texas commit Arterio Morris will likely be in the conversation about the top guard in the 2022 class.

8/12/21
 • Rob Cassidy
Florida Man: Five who could jump to top of 2022 rankings

Florida Man: Five who could jump to top of 2022 rankings

Rob Cassidy also includes one coach's clever plan to encourage his players to get vaccinated.

8/11/21
 • Rob Cassidy
McDonald's Nuggets: Summer's five biggest stock risers, more

McDonald's Nuggets: Summer's five biggest stock risers, more

Dan McDonald also targets a visitor to watch and his 2022 Commit of the Week.

8/6/21
 • Dan McDonald
One on One with Duke commit Kyle Filipowski

One on One with Duke commit Kyle Filipowski

Devils Illustrated recently connected with newly committed Kyle Filipowski to talk about his decision to attend Duke.

8/3/21
 • Clint Jackson
McDonald's Nuggets: Favorite NBA picks, Commit of the Week

McDonald's Nuggets: Favorite NBA picks, Commit of the Week

Dan McDonald also offers up a visit this week that is worth watching.

7/30/21
 • Dan McDonald
Kyle Filipowski becomes first commitment for Jon Scheyer

Kyle Filipowski becomes first commitment for Jon Scheyer

Kyle Filipowski has become the first to commit to Jon Scheyer and Duke in the class of 2022.

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7/29/21
 • Brian McLawhorn
Commitment breakdown: Kyle Filipowski chooses Duke

Commitment breakdown: Kyle Filipowski chooses Duke

Duke picked up a massive commitment on Thursday afternoon.

7/29/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Rivals takeaways from the two final live periods

Rivals takeaways from the two final live periods

Rob Cassidy and Jamie Shaw saw a lot from UK prospects in the past two weeks. Find out what they thought.

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7/28/21
 • David Sisk
Rivals Takeaways From The Final Two Live Periods

Rivals Takeaways From The Final Two Live Periods

Rob Cassidy and Jamie Shaw a lot of UNC prospects over the last two weeks. Check out their reports, inside.

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7/26/21
 • David Sisk
Kyle Filipowski Adds Huge Offer

Kyle Filipowski Adds Huge Offer

During the spring prospects made a name for themselves and in the summer, they start to separate from each other.

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7/20/21
 • Brian Reichert
Blue blood target Kyle Filipowski picks up Kentucky offer

Blue blood target Kyle Filipowski picks up Kentucky offer

What kind of player is Kyle Filipowski? Find out why he isn't a stretch big at 6-11. He's a playmaker.

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7/20/21
 • David Sisk
Shaw's Takeaways: Best of Nike's EYBL, by position

Shaw's Takeaways: Best of Nike's EYBL, by position

Wing Brendan Hausen continues to turn heads with his scoring ability.

7/20/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Looking At How UNC's Prospects Fared In Peach Jam Pool Play

Looking At How UNC's Prospects Fared In Peach Jam Pool Play

Pool play at the Peach Jam is over. Find out how each UNC prospect fared over a seven game stretch.

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7/19/21
 • David Sisk
Shaw's Takeaways: A week at Nike's EYBL

Shaw's Takeaways: A week at Nike's EYBL

Five-star Shaedon Sharpe is working his way into the conversation for the No. 1 prospect in the 2022 class.

7/19/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Shaw's Takeaways: Friday action at the Peach Jam

Shaw's Takeaways: Friday action at the Peach Jam

Matas Buzelis had quite a crowd of coaches following his performance on Friday.

7/17/21
 • Jamie Shaw
I've Got Five On It: Five prospects who should rise in the Rivals150

I've Got Five On It: Five prospects who should rise in the Rivals150

Kyle Filipkowski is ranked No. 48 in the 2022 Rivals150.

7/15/21
 • Rob Cassidy
Shaw's Takeaways: Standouts from first two days of Peach Jam

Shaw's Takeaways: Standouts from first two days of Peach Jam

Analyst Jamie Shaw highlights players that impressed him on the first two days of the showcase in South Carolina.

7/14/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Filipowski adds Blue Blood offer

Filipowski adds Blue Blood offer

Kyle Filipowski (Wilbraham & Monson ‘22). He’s been sensational with the New York Rens, seemingly improving his stock

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7/5/21
 • Brian Reichert
Getting The Lowdown On Kyle Filipowski And UNC

Getting The Lowdown On Kyle Filipowski And UNC

North Carolina recently offered Kyle Filipowski, and after speaking with his coaches it's not hard to figure out why.

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7/4/21
 • David Sisk
Shaw's Takeaways: June Live Period, Session 2

Shaw's Takeaways: June Live Period, Session 2

Cam Whitmore impressed during the second live period of June.

6/29/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Hubert Davis Among Many Taking In NEPSAC Showcase

Hubert Davis Among Many Taking In NEPSAC Showcase

Hubert Davis was in New England Friday to watch some of the best talent in the region. We look at candidates inside.

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6/26/21
 • David Sisk
A Look At UCLA Hoops Recruiting

A Look At UCLA Hoops Recruiting

UCLA men's hoops recruiting is going well...

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6/20/21
 • Rick Kimbrel
LOOK: Kyle Filipowski and Justin Taylor on Indiana official visits

LOOK: Kyle Filipowski and Justin Taylor on Indiana official visits

It was a big week for Indiana basketball as four-star forwards Kyle Filipowski and Justin Taylor visited IU.

6/16/21
 • Alec Lasley
NYCHoops.net Weekly Roundup (6/16)

NYCHoops.net Weekly Roundup (6/16)

The roundup this week focuses on a couple of young prospects grabbing offers and a ton of visit updates. June 15th is

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6/16/21
 • Brian Reichert (@nychoops_breich)
Indiana set to host top-60 prospects Kyle Filipowski, Justin Taylor

Indiana set to host top-60 prospects Kyle Filipowski, Justin Taylor

This week marks a big recruiting week for Mike Woodson and Indiana basketball as top-50 prospects Kyle Filipowski and

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6/14/21
 • Alec Lasley
NYCHoops.net Weekly Round Up (6/11)

NYCHoops.net Weekly Round Up (6/11)

This weekly roundup has the highlights of the past week and is jammed pack with recruitment news. During the

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6/11/21
 • Brian Reichert (@nychoops_breich)
New Yorkers win Gatorade POY

New Yorkers win Gatorade POY

The Gatorade State Player of the Year was established in 1985 to recognize the nation’s most outstanding high

6/6/21
 • Brian Reichert
2022 New Yorkers in updated Rivals150

2022 New Yorkers in updated Rivals150

We have released our new national top 150 rankings for the class of 2022. The rankings will always bring controversy

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6/1/21
 • Brian Reichert
Top NY Teams Battle @ GYMRAT

Top NY Teams Battle @ GYMRAT

ALBANY, NY - It was a mixed bag for two of the top teams in New York State. NYCHoops.net was on site at the GYMRAT

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5/31/21
 • Jacob Schwartz
Kyle Filipowski talks upcoming visit to Duke

Kyle Filipowski talks upcoming visit to Duke

Class of 2022 forward Kyle Filipowski from Wilbraham, Mass., talks upcoming visit to Duke.

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5/20/21
 • Clint Jackson
Rivals150 forward Kyle Filipowski schedules Indiana official visit

Rivals150 forward Kyle Filipowski schedules Indiana official visit

Kyle Filipowski has scheduled an official visit to Indiana.

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5/11/21
 • Alec Lasley
KYDA Invitational Notebook

KYDA Invitational Notebook

SCRANTON, PA - Players from NY, PA, Delaware, & Maryland. Here are our standouts from this past weekend’s event.

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5/5/21
 • Jacob Schwartz
NY Rens remain undefeated at KYDA Invit'l

NY Rens remain undefeated at KYDA Invit'l

SCRANTON, PA-Kyle Filipowski scored 12 points and picked up for fellow 2022 Abdou Halil Barre in the second half.

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5/4/21
 • Jacob Schwartz
NY Rens 2 - 0 in KYDA Invitational (Day 1)

NY Rens 2 - 0 in KYDA Invitational (Day 1)

SCRANTON, PA – On Saturday, the RENS hung on against a tough NEPA ELITE 1 (Scranton) program in the first day of...

5/2/21
 • Jacob Schwartz
Rivals150 forward Kyle Filipowski details new Rutgers Hoops offer

Rivals150 forward Kyle Filipowski details new Rutgers Hoops offer

TKR spoke with forward Kyle Filipowski to get the latest on his recruitment and recent Rutgers Basketball offer.

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4/29/21
 • Damon Sayles
2022 PF Kyle Filipowski breaks down Indiana offer, summer plans

2022 PF Kyle Filipowski breaks down Indiana offer, summer plans

6-foot-10 2022 forward Kyle Filipowski breaks down his recruitment and offer from Indiana.

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4/28/21
 • Alec Lasley
New York’s Twin Bigs are Legit

New York’s Twin Bigs are Legit

The Filipowski twins have become stars at the Wilbraham & Monson Academy in MA, but most forget that they started in NY

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4/28/21
 • Brian Reichert
Rens Take on Riverside @ Gauchos Gym

Rens Take on Riverside @ Gauchos Gym

BRONX, NY - The premier matchup in Part 2 of the NYC invitational was the 17U game between the Riverside Hawks and the

4/25/21
 • Brian Reichert
NYC Invitational Part II -Top Performers (Day 1)

NYC Invitational Part II -Top Performers (Day 1)

BRONX, NY - Saturday at the Gauchos Gym Part 2 of the NYC Invitational began with 3 games featuring the 15U Rens,

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4/25/21
 • Brian Reichert
New ACC offer for NY center

New ACC offer for NY center

Despite the emphasis on transfers, New York Rens Center Kyle Filipowski '22 continues to rack up high major offers.

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4/21/21
 • Zach Smart
Iowa, UCLA and Ohio State lead the way for Filipowski

Iowa, UCLA and Ohio State lead the way for Filipowski

Kyle Filipowski in in frequent contact with three schools.

4/20/21
 • Rob Cassidy
NYC Invitational (Part 1): Metro Standouts

NYC Invitational (Part 1): Metro Standouts

BRONX, NY - Hoops is officially back in New York City as Part 1 of the NYC Invitational dedicated to the memory of Hall

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4/14/21
 • Jacob Schwartz
The Cassidy Awards: New York City Invitational

The Cassidy Awards: New York City Invitational

Kyle Flipowski boosted his stock over the weekend at the New York City Invitational.

4/13/21
 • Rob Cassidy
Cassidy's Takeaways: New York City Invitational

Cassidy's Takeaways: New York City Invitational

Five-star Zion Cruz is planning at least three visits when the NCAA's dead period ends.

4/11/21
 • Rob Cassidy
UCLA Hoops Recruiting Primer

UCLA Hoops Recruiting Primer

UCLA making hay while the sun shines

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4/8/21
 • Rick Kimbrel
Filipowski's versatility attracts the Pitt coaches

Filipowski's versatility attracts the Pitt coaches

There are two Filipowski's at Wilbraham and Monson Academy In Massachusetts, and Pitt Is pursuing them both.

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3/28/21
 • Houston Wilson
Filipowski becomes high major target as stock climbs during shutdown

Filipowski becomes high major target as stock climbs during shutdown

Kyle Filipowski debuted in the 2022 Rivals150 this week at No. 117.

1/22/21
 • Jamie Shaw
Current 2022 Targets: Power Forwards

Current 2022 Targets: Power Forwards

A snapshot of Vanderbilt's power forward targets in the 2022 class

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1/10/21
 • Sean Williams
One on One: Kyle Filipowski

One on One: Kyle Filipowski

One of the juniors that has emerged strongly on the recruiting radar for Duke is Kyle Filipowski, a versatile forward.

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10/26/20
 • Clint Jackson
Purdue 2022 target Kyle Filipowski emerging as national recruit

Purdue 2022 target Kyle Filipowski emerging as national recruit

Kyle Filipowski is one of Purdue's early 2022 frontcourt targets.

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7/6/20
 • Brian Neubert