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2017-18 SEC Player Preview: Terrence Phillips

Coming out of Oak Hill Academy in Virginia, it’s safe to say Terrence Phillips was not the highlight name on Oak Hill’s 2015 squad. With names like Daniel Giddens (Ohio State and Alabama), Dwayne Bacon (Florida State and now the Charlotte Hornets), and Lindell Wigginton...

Jordan Phillips commits to Arkansas

Jordan Phillips, a 3-star shooting guard in the 2018 recruiting class, has committed to Arkansas. The Grace Preparatory Academy (Arlington, TX) product announced his commitment via Twitter. Phillips had also received offers from Fresno State, SMU, and Tulsa. https://twitter.com/J22Phillips/status/917171237075537921 Phillips' commitment gives Arkansas head coach Mike Anderson five...

Landers Nolley decommits from Georgia

Landers Nolley, a 4-star forward in the 2018 class, has decommitted from Georgia. Nolley's decommitment comes less than 24 hours after announcing his decision to play for the Bulldogs following his official visit to Athens. https://twitter.com/thatbooych3z/status/917090831168917504 The 6-foot-4 Georgia native is ranked as the No. 96 player...

2017-18 SEC Player Preview: Quinndary Weatherspoon

After last season, a lot of speculation surrounded the Mississippi State basketball program. The Bulldogs lost 10 of their last 13 SEC games, starter Mario Kegler transferred to Baylor to play under Scott Drew, and Eli Wright considered transferring out for a few weeks before...

2017-18 SEC Player Preview: Deandre Burnett

A team that has a good group of guards can win a lot of games. What makes Ole Miss so intriguing heading into the 2017-18 season is that they have a great group of guards. The leader of that group is Deandre Burnett. He led the Rebels...

Auburn Basketball: 2017-18 Non-Conference Schedule Analysis

The SEC basketball non-conference schedule breakdowns roll on with the Auburn Tigers. Let's dive into each non-conference opponent on the schedule. vs. Norfolk State Date: November 10 2016-17 Record: 17-17 Season Outlook The Spartans will be a top-tier team in the MEAC, but their offensive numbers (330th in KenPom's offensive...

2017-18 SEC Player Preview: Daniel Giddens

Amongst the crowd of future professional sports stars that roam the campus of The University of Alabama, only a few athletes truly stand out as being physically imposing. One of those athletes is Daniel Giddens. Standing 6’11”, it’s hard not to notice Giddens when he’s walking...

Arkansas Basketball: Non-Conference Schedule Analysis

The SEC non-conference schedule breakdowns continue as we head to Fayetteville to focus on the Arkansas Razorbacks. Let's dive into the Hogs' non-conference slate for the 2017-18 season. vs. Samford Date: November 10 2016-17 Record: 20-16 Season Outlook While Samford might not be a household name in the college basketball...

2017-18 SEC Player Preview: Jared Harper

Jared Harper had an excellent freshman season as he immediately became the facilitator for Auburn’s offense and in addition, became one of the team's primary scorers. Harper's excellent handles were well-documented during freshman season, and he accentuated those skills on the Tigers’ Italian tour this...

SEC donates $100K to Florida and Texas A&M for hurricane relief

The SEC has announced its donation of $100,000 each to both Florida and Texas A&M to help with relief efforts following Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma. Both schools will distribute the money to funds that are set up to help those in need following the...