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Max Rego

Max Rego graduated from Duke University in 2023, and was on the staff of The Chronicle, the school’s student paper. A Miami native, Max enjoys covering college football, college basketball and golf.

One X factor for each men's Final Four basketball team

All four have taken different paths to get to the Final Four.

One X factor for each women's Final Four basketball team

Every championship team needs a few players who, in their own way, keep things on track. Here are four players (one from each Final Four team) who could be difference-makers this weekend. 

Basketball to 'Beastboy': What to know about NC State star DJ Burns Jr.

There's no question the fan favorite of the men's NCAA Tournament is North Carolina State big man DJ Burns Jr., who has received acclaim for his crafty footwork and goofy personality. Let's get to know him a little better.

NCAA Women's Tournament first weekend takeaways: South Carolina looks dominant, Iowa looks shaky

It was a thrilling first weekend of the NCAA Women's Tournament, with a thrilling Sweet Sixteen on deck. Here are five takeaways from the opening two rounds of the big dance.

Five storylines heading into the women's NCAA Tournament

With the NCAA Women's Tournament tipping off on Friday, here are five storylines to look out for.

Takeaways from the 2024 women's NCAA Tournament bracket

The 2024 women's NCAA Tournament field is now set, with 68 teams now vying for one title.

ACC Tournament semifinals takeaways: UNC, N.C. State win to set up in-state final

Here are two takeaways from the semis and a prediction for what should be a thrilling championship matchup.

What to expect on Selection Sunday for women's NCAA Tournament

Obviously, it's impossible to project every team in the bracket accurately, much less the seeds and regions. But, a day from the unveiling, here are a few things to expect from the field of 68. 

ACC Tournament quarterfinals takeaways: Pittsburgh, Virginia get it done, Duke slumps at the wrong time

Thursday's ACC Tournament quarterfinals yielded a heavy dose of drama and intrigue, from Pittsburgh and Wake Forest's de-factor elimination game to Virginia's second-half comeback against Boston College.

ACC Tournament Day 2 takeaways: Virginia Tech's deflating season ends, Boston College keeps battling

No matter the year, the ACC Men's Basketball Tournament always delivers the goods. So far, this week in Washington, D.C., has been no different. Here are four takeaways from Day 2.

Pittsburgh-Wake Forest ACC Tournament quarterfinal matchup is an elimination game

For Pittsburgh and Wake Forest, Thursday's ACC Tournament quarterfinal matchup in Washington, D.C., is more than just a chance to face the winner of North Carolina-Florida State in the semis. 

CBB weekend takeaways: North Carolina, Houston, Kentucky make major statements

With the men’s college hoops regular season now over, it's time to turn our attention to conference tournament action. Before that, though, here are three takeaways from the weekend that was.

As March Madness looms, here are four potential NCAA Tournament sleepers

In just over a week, the NCAA Tournament bracket will be revealed.  Naturally, the focus will be on the top teams. Will UConn win back-to-back titles? Can Purdue get over the hump after years of March heartbreaks?

Could Dalton Knecht become next March Madness legend, lift Tennessee to first Final Four?

Knecht, a shoo-in for SEC Player of the Year, was up to his usual tricks on Wednesday night, scoring 26 points on 9-of-23 shooting from the field including a 5-of-11 mark from downtown.

Armando Bacot's home career ends in style: 'It's meant the world to me'

Armando Bacot and North Carolina are synonymous with each other. On Tuesday, that partnership reached its Dean E. Smith Center finale. 

Could Florida men's basketball be an NCAA Tournament sleeper?

Could Florida be lining up for a deep March Madness run?

CBB weekend takeaways: Gonzaga locks up at-large bid

The penultimate Saturday of the regular season yielded plenty of high-stakes matchups, with NCAA Tournament implications hanging in the balance. With that, here are four takeaways from the action.

Assessing best options for the final No. 1 seed of the men's NCAA Tournament

Three of the four No. 1 seeds appear to be locked up. Who, then, will be the final top seed? That’s not so clear. 

Kentucky's Reed Sheppard proves to be John Calipari's most dangerous weapon

Reed Sheppard has been one of Kentucky's most impactful players all season long. On Tuesday, he outdid even those lofty standards.

North Carolina's RJ Davis delivers, but Tar Heels still have 'a lot to talk about'

Davis, coming off a woeful 1-of-14 showing in the Tar Heels' win at Virginia on Saturday, was a flamethrower all evening against Miami in the Dean Smith Center. The senior set an arena record with 42 points on 14-of-22 shooting.

Purdue star Zach Edey's greatness lies in more than just his numbers

Another day at the office for Zach Edey. 35 points and 15 rebounds in No. 3 Purdue's 84-76 road win over Michigan on Sunday. Expect anything different?

CBB weekend takeaways: Houston gets the job done, Wake Forest proves what was already known

Another Saturday, another dose of high-level action in men’s college hoops. Here are three takeaways from what went down throughout the country.

Washington State, in win at Arizona, continues to write an incredible story

With four games remaining before the conference tournament, the Cougars are in position to accomplish a feat over 80 years in the making.

LSU is the team to watch as regular season winds down

A glance at the future reveals that it could be the start of a late-season rally for LSU.