Rule changes are almost certainly coming, and a big stated goal is increasing scoring since that is down. We should be wary of a belief that simply changing rules will have that effect, because there are other factors that play a role in that.
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A 45-second shot clock for college basketball? Why not?
The truth is, there is no more reason to support a shorter shot clock than there is to advocate for lengthening the clock. So why not a 45-second shot clock? There are as many good reasons to go longer as there are shorter.
Rule changes for college basketball to adapt, avoid
College basketball is not a sport in crisis. Evaluation is always a good thing, though, so it’s perfectly fair to consider the sport and whether rule changes and amendments would benefit it. Here are some changes we’d like to see, and some that should be junked from consideration for a good long while.
College basketball needs rule changes? Fans might say otherwise
College basketball is in an important offseason, but it’s rule makers would be advised to not make rash changes to the sport, lest they turn off fans even more than they might woo them back.
adidas Gauntlet Indianapolis – Friday notes
Friday night got the adidas Gauntlet in Indianapolis going, and we take a look at a few players who stood out before a full day of action comes to us on Saturday.
Notes from the 2015 Northeast Hoops Festival
Sunday was time for a trip to Hanover for late action in the Northeast Hoops Festival, and we have a look at some prospects who stood out on the day.
2015 NCAA Tournament Final Review: A solid tourney by historical standards
Collectively, the 2015 NCAA Tournament was a roller coaster. There was the high of the first few days before the tourney slipped into mediocrity in its middle rounds, only to rise high again for a big finish at the end, worthy of all the history of such a splendid event.
2015 EYBL Hampton – Friday notes
Friday night was the beginning at EYBL Hampton, with a relatively light night of action. We have notes on a few players from the opening games to get us started.
Tough loss? Look beyond the officials for an answer
Officiating has come under scrutiny of late as championships were decided. How much of the blame they should shoulder for the end result is up for debate in each case.
2015 Playaz Spring Fling – Friday notes
The spring travel circuit is getting started, and the Playaz Spring Fling was a good early stop as it usually is during the Final Four weekend.
