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College Basketball News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / November 21
Dick Vitale Fired Up After MSU's Dominant Win Over Kentucky
After a dominant 83-66 win against the #12-ranked Kentucky Wildcats, many prominent MSU alumni and other iconic faces took to Social Media to express their praise.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 14
Illinois Basketball Is About to Kick Illini Football to the Curb
Illinois basketball is back, baby! Imagine that in your best Dick Vitale voice, or just keep your ears open around Champaign and you're likely to hear some version of it spoken aloud.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 7
Legendary Sportscaster Dick Vitale Announces Unfortunate News on Friday
Hall of Fame broadcaster Dick Vitale has firmly established himself as a legendary voice in college basketball. Over the past few decades, the 85-year-old announcer has become a well-loved figure who continues to inspire through his energy and optimism.
College Basketball News / ACC Digital Network / November 7
Three Biggest Takeaways from Duke's Win Over Texas
The Duke Blue Devils opened their season against the Texas Longhorns in the Dick Vitale Invitational on Tuesday night. It was a mixed-bag performance by the Blue Devils , as the offense struggled for extended stretches.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / November 5
Texas Longhorns Transfers Make Immediate Impact in Loss Against Duke
The first game for the Texas Longhorns under new head coach Sean Miller likely didn't go the way the Longhorns would've hoped for after falling to the No.
Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / November 5
Duke Rolls Past Texas In The 2nd Half, 75-60 In The Dick Vitale Invitational 
Jon Scheyer is starting his fourth season now and he’s been at it long enough so that we can discern some definite patterns, and here’s one: at the start of every season, Duke’s defense has been ahead of the offense.
College Basketball News / ACC Digital Network / November 5
College Basketball News / Texas Longhorns on SI / November 4
3 Takeaways from Texas Longhorns' Loss to Duke in Season Opener
Texas Longhorns men's basketball opened its season against the No. 6 Duke Blue Devils at the Dick Vitale Invitational in Charlotte, North Carolina on Tuesday night, and despite winning the rebound battle, the Longhorns dropped their season opener 75-60.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 31
Congratulations Pour in for Legendary Announcer Dick Vitale on Friday
Dick Vitale has been one of the biggest and most well-known personalities in the sports media industry for decades. ESPN launched in September 1979, and Vitale joined the network as a college basketball analyst during the 1979-80 season.
Texas Longhorns News / Texas Longhorns on SI / October 30
Sean Miller Gives Injury Update on 2 Key Texas Longhorns Players
The Texas Longhorns are now only days away from their season-opening clash with the Duke Blue Devils in the Dick Vitale Invitational on Nov. 4. In the lead-up to this game and the non-conference schedule overall, the Longhorns have been dealing with some injury issues, especially among their big men.
Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / October 29
Analyst Dick Vitale sees a race for the top college basketball player in the country
With the college basketball season inching closer and closer, teams are already playing in their first preseason scrimmage matches, and Baylor is no exception.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 28
Dick Vitale shares the most impressive team he has seen so far this season
There is no one more beloved in college basketball than Dick Vitale, and he seems to be very excited about the upcoming college basketball season. There are some really good teams this year, which should make for a great season.
College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 27
One of Dick Vitale's top college basketball storylines involves the Kentucky Wildcats
It has been a while since there has been a lot of hype surrounding a Kentucky vs. Louisville game, but there will be this season. Last year, there was some hype, but this year, the Wildcats and Cardinals will come into this game likely as top ten teams.
Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 8
Dick Vitale Names New Iowa Hooper As Prime-Time Player For 2025
It's going to be a new look Iowa Hawkeyes basketball team in 2025, almost from top to bottom. The big change, of course, is at head coach. Fran McCaffery is out after 15 seasons and an up-and-comer with strong ties to Iowa City, Ben McCollum, is in.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 9
ESPN is going all out for Dick Vitale, as it should
Dick Vitale is a college basketball legend as a broadcaster, and he's proven to be quite resilient as well. Most likely have forgotten that Vitale started in the sports world as a basketball coach, but he's become a household name because of the enthusiasm and energy he brings to the court as a broadcaster.
College Basketball News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 5
Where Does Dick Vitale Rank UCLA Basketball?
After finishing their first season in the Big Ten Conference with a 23-11 record and soon thereafter falling to Tennessee in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, the UCLA Bruins' trajectory is looking up for next season.
Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / March 18
Dick Vitale predicts an early NCAA Tournament exit by Maryland basketball
After a sensational season under Kevin Willard, Maryland men's basketball earned a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament. The Terrapins will play Grand Canyon on Friday for their first game and with how well Maryland played to end the season, the Terps are a trendy pick to make it far in the tournament.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 3
Dick Vitale's miraculous return to college basketball has new date
It has been a long time coming for legendary college basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale.
Duke Blue Devils News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17
ESPN sets date for Dick Vitale’s return to booth
Dick Vitale’s return to the airwaves is just around the corner.
College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8
Dick Vitale shares big news about his broadcasting future
Dick Vitale is getting more good news this week from his doctors.
College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12
Dick Vitale shares big news about his health
Dick Vitale announced earlier this year that he had been diagnosed with cancer again, but the legendary broadcaster shared much more positive news on Thursday.
Dickie V Doc Highlights Vitale’s Enduring Impact on College Basketball
ESPN’s documentary on Dick Vitale goes beyond the familiar catchphrases and booming voice that have defined college basketball for decades. It’s a no-nonsense, insightful look at how Vitale became the face of NCAA hoops and what makes his legacy so impactful.
College Basketball News / Hoops Wire / December 3
Dickie V documentary highlights Vitale's enduring impact on college basketball
The documentary is an honest, emotional portrayal of a man whose voice helped shape the very essence of college basketball.
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