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Luke Winn: By The Numbers: Breaking down No. 2 Syracuse's zone e...

SI.com  Wed, 02/08/2012 - 10:45

Syracuse is known for its zone. The Orange are more efficient than ever on D this season. But how critical is each defender?

Luke Winn dives into the data, and the findings are revealing.


 

Luke Winn: Teague looking like floor leader No. 1 Kentucky needs

SI.com  Tue, 02/07/2012 - 23:49

Sure, questions remain. But after No. 1 Kentucky's 78-58 dismantling of No. 8 Florida, it's hard not to conclude that the youthful Wildcats are the NCAA title favorites, writes Luke Winn.


 

Luke Winn: Kentucky claws its way to top spot, as 'Cuse drops in...

SI.com  Thu, 01/26/2012 - 15:47

Is Kentucky the best defensive team in the SEC? Who's the premier role player in the nation? Can Murray State run the table?

Luke Winn has the answers in his latest Power Rankings.


 

Luke Winn: Buckeyes knock Heels out of top spot in this week's P...

SI.com  Thu, 12/01/2011 - 18:19

The Buckeyes have a pair of wins over top-10 opponents and a turnover-creating machine at point guard. For these reasons, Ohio State ascends to No. 1 in Luke Winn's Power Rankings.


 

Early look at college hoops' Top 32 for 2011-12

SI.com  Tue, 04/05/2011 - 12:57

Kemba Walker lifted UConn to its third national title. He likely won't be around for the Huskies' bid to repeat.

Which teams will be loaded in '11-12? Luke Winn unveils his early Top 32.


 

Luke Winn: Butler's last climb: UConn, Kemba await

SI.com  Sun, 04/03/2011 - 12:49

Butler stands one win from history, while UConn is a victory from completing a stunning run of its own. Luke Winn wonders just who, really, is the underdog in this national title game.


 

Butler's return to Final Four even more improbable

SI.com  Sun, 03/27/2011 - 01:06

With a stirring 74-71 OT victory over Florida, Butler completed its improbable journey back to the Final Four.

Luke Winn chronicles another dizzying trek to college hoops' biggest stage.


 

Butler moves on while Duke goes home

SI.com  Fri, 03/25/2011 - 02:44

Duke and Butler will not stage a repeat of their epic final, but it's not because of the Bulldogs. Luke Winn examines Butler's unlikely tournament sequel and Duke's shocking conclusion.


 

Ranking the 16 teams still left in NCAA tournament

SI.com  Wed, 03/23/2011 - 10:53

Sixteen teams -- including three No. 1s and four double-digit seeds -- still have title dreams. Luke Winn sizes up the Sweet 16, ranking them in order of their likelihood of winning it all.


 

With Pitt out, Wisconsin looks like Final Four team

SI.com  Sun, 03/20/2011 - 01:58

One team's cruel exit is another's big opportunity. With Pitt losing to Butler, Wisconsin now looks like a Final Four team, says Luke Winn, who reflects on a dramatic day at the dance.