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When I look at the college basketball landscape for next season, one conference really jumps out at me.

Counting Kevin Durant among your former teammates has its plusses and minuses. On the positive side, there's a lot of attention.

USC Lowe - UMass Top Point Guards for 08-09 + Top Point Guards for 08-09 - Cory Fisher is the only problem I have.

The Nova Notebook, by Villanova director of media relations Mike Sheridan, appears weekly during the fall and into the basketball season and periodically from May through August.

The Nova Notebook, by Villanova director of media relations Mike Sheridan, appears weekly during the fall and into the basketball season and periodically from May through August.

'H i, Corey!" is a refrain heard repeatedly throughout the halls when one of Midtown Community School's most distinguished alums is in town.

The Nova Notebook, by Villanova director of media relations Mike Sheridan, appears weekly during the fall and into the basketball season and periodically from May through August.

The Nova Notebook, by Villanova director of media relations Mike Sheridan, appears weekly during the fall and into the basketball season and periodically from May through August.

“That was incredible ...We showed great heart, and Malcolm was incredible. I can't ever remember winning like that. They had us.”

Malcolm Grant vs. LSU Corey Marine Media Credit: Matthew Bandelt Malcolm Grant drives to the basket. via The Villanovan

“The way I see it, I can go, see where I stand and find out what I need to work on. There's no bad to come out in this.”

Scottie Reynolds wanted out of Oklahoma and in to Villanova. It was May 2006, and the McDonald's All-American had decided that without Kelvin Sampson as coach, he wasn't much interested in a four-year career in ... via ESPN

“He is an explosive player - great from long range, with strong ball-handling skills. He is a tough player and will be a key component in our continued growth as a program.”

Guard Malcolm Grant is transferring from Villanova to Miami and will be eligible to play for the Hurricanes beginning in 2009-10. Grant averaged 5.6 points and 13 minutes in 29 games as a freshman with ... via The York Daily Record

Tyreke Evans, the best high school senior yet to sign on to a school, announced his commitment to Memphis Wednesday afternoon on ESPNNews and ESPNU. via Huliq.com

“If I were to come there, [Wright] would expect a lot from me and he'd help me to be the best player I can be. Hopefully he'd get me ready for the next level.”

John Calipari , Rick Barnes and Jay Wright are fighting for the signature of Tyreke Evans. via ESPN

“It wasn't about getting it over with. I wanted it. This gives me the best opportunity to start right away.”

There are many State fans who have issues with Dave Glenn , however there isn't any member of the media who has his resources and access in covering ACC sports. via StateFans Nation

“I don't begrudge Tom Crean or anyone else leaving to take another job”

MORE: More Rivals.com Basketball Recruiting Terrell Holloway considered it an insurance policy he never expected to use. via Rivals

“It wasn't about getting it over with. I wanted it. This gives me the best opportunity to start right away.”

It took Taylor King a season to decide Duke wasn't the right fit for him. It took him less than 72 hours to figure out what did fit. via ESPN

Despite beating NCAA Tournament teams Oklahoma, Connecticut, Austin Peay, Southern California, Georgetown, Arizona, Siena and Gonzaga during the season, Memphis was looked down upon because of its Conference ... via Kansas City Star

“I'm definitely disappointed, but I guess it's a better thing for him.”

Transfers trim Big East rosters When the Big East hoops season opens next year, you'll likely find some names missing on rosters because a handful of players in the conference are seeking transfers. via New York Daily News

FOUR FORMER NORTHERN VIRGINIA high school boys' basketball players competed in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Tournament last week. via Alexandria Gazette-Packet

Posted by By Everett Merrill March 19, 2007 10:33PM Senior guard Corey Fisher captured the MVP trophy, setting a new T of C final with 32 points, to lead St. via NJ.com