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Maryland basketall had a fearsome three last season at the perimeter with guards Ja'Kobi Gillespie, Rodney Rice, and Selton Miguel. Both Gillespie and Rice transferred away following Kevin Willard leaving for Villanova, while Miguel ran out of eligibility.

Scott Van Pelt News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / June 9

Scott Van Pelt is bullish on one Maryland basketball player in particular: 'He's the guy'

After Kevin Willard left for Villanova, Maryland basketball hired Texas A&M coach Buzz Williams who was tasked with finding a brand new roster. Every Terrapin player who went to the Sweet 16 left, and with Williams heading to College Park, he brought a few of his players with him.

Indiana Pacers News / NBA Analysis Network / June 6

Tyrese Haliburton takes shot at ESPN doubters during exchange with Scott Van Pelt after ‘absolutely pathetic’ blast

Tyrese Haliburton has been listening to what the critics had to say during these playoffs, and he made this clear during a postgame interview. After a brilliant Game 1 win, where he sunk the game-winning shot, Haliburton has every right to boast and beat his chest.

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / May 30

What Scott Van Pelt said after JR Smith interrupted Jalen Brunson interview showed he was not impressed

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt seemingly drew boundaries around New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson. Heading into Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the New York Knicks were on the verge of elimination as they faced a 3-1 deficit against the Indiana Pacers.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / April 27

Grading every Browns 2025 draft pick (with 1 bold prediction for each)

The great Scott Van Pelt of ESPN said after Day 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft had wrapped up that grading draft picks before a single game has been played by any of them is probably the "lowest rung" of analysis you could do.

Scott Van Pelt Had Beautiful Tribute For ESPN's Lee Corso

Lee Corso will make one more headgear pick on College GameDay before calling it a career. Corso, who spent almost 40 years with ESPN and College GameDay, will make his final appearance on the popular college football pre-game show on August 30.

Golf News / The Spun / April 12

Scott Van Pelt Has Rule Change That Could Fix Golf's Biggest Problem

Golf fans around the world are enjoying the Masters, but one of the sport's most popular broadcasters has an idea about how to make the experience even better.

Golf News / The Spun / April 9

Scott Van Pelt Knows How To Fix Golf's Slow Play Issue

Golf has always been played at a more deliberate pace than most other sports, and that has presented a challenge when it comes to television viewing. Players need time to set up their shots, choose the right club, account for wind, distance and other obstacles before addressing the ball.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Scott Van Pelt Makes Derik Queen Statement Following Massive NBA Decision

The NCAA basketball season wraps up with the National Championship on Monday night, and basketball fans will turn their focus back to the NBA. The playoffs in the NBA start next week and prospects from the college level will be eyeing the NBA Draft that will take place in June.

Maryland Terrapins News / Hoops Rumors / April 5

Maryland's Derik Queen to enter 2025 NBA Draft

Maryland star Derik Queen has decided to leave school early and will declare for the 2025 NBA draft, he said on SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt (YouTube link).

Scott Van Pelt Rips College Basketball Coach For 'Damaging' Program

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt has never been known for dishing out hot takes and yelling on national television. That being said, he absolutely crushed a college

Cincinnati Bearcats News / Cincinnati Bearcats on SI / February 20

Watch: ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Highlights Crazy Betting Swing in Cincinnati-West Virginia Game

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt had to pull a 180 with his show for the Bad Beat Dan Skillings Jr. doled out to West Virginia +3.5 bettors on Wednesday night. The forward hit two prayer threes in the final 10 seconds to bring the final deficit to 62-59 when WVU easily should've covered.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Video of Scott Van Pelt's Horrible NFL Predictions Catches Attention

It's not often that big-name sports media personalities take responsibility for making wrong predictions. However, those big calls made weeks or even months before the season should be considered more as thought exercises to spur discussion than something to be taken seriously.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / February 12

Scott Van Pelt's NFL Predictions Were Horrendously Wrong

ESPN anchor Scott Van Pelt has a lot going for him, whether it be adoration from a widespread fanbase to a cushy job talking about sports at the highest level for a living.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / February 10

Maryland Basketball: Scott Van Pelt fires back at analyst who left Terrapins out of Top 25

On Sunday, college basketball analyst Jeff Goodman released his latest Top 25 rankings, sparking debate among Maryland basketball fans. While the top of the rankings saw little controversy, the absence of the Terrapins stood out.

Buffalo Bills News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Bills Fan Favorite Bolts Live Interview in Awkward Moment With ESPN's Scott Van Pelt

The Buffalo Bills had just defeated the Baltimore Ravens, but things got awkward with one player thanks to some technical difficulties on ESPN's "SportsCenter

Boise State Broncos News / Boise State Broncos on SI / November 20

Boise State featured on Scott Van Pelt’s ‘Bad Beats’

Boise State closed as a 14.5-point favorite in last week’s road matchup with San Jose State. The underdog Spartans jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead and were still in good shape to cover the big spread late in the game.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / September 17

Scott Van Pelt puts hilarious announcer jinx on Eagles before Falcons comeback

The Atlanta Falcons (1-1) pulled out a dramatic 22-21 Week 2 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles (1-1) on Monday Night Football, apparently to the surprise of ESPN‘s Scott Van Pelt.

Miami Hurricanes News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / September 2

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt Believes Cam Ward Makes The Hurricanes A Scary Team

Cam Ward has taken the national media by storm after his star-making debut for the No. 19 Miami Hurricanes as they went on the road and drowned the Florida Gators in The Swamp 41-17.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 18

Scott Van Pelt salutes Tim Legler amid his uncertain future with ESPN

It remains unclear whether ESPN has renewed analyst Tim Legler's contract, but a salute from colleague Scott Van Pelt suggests he could soon be leaving.

Ranking which NBA duo will win its first championship next

Was Jayson Tatum robbed of NBA Finals MVP?

The unsung hero of the Celtics' 18th NBA championship

Which defunct sports teams had the best uniforms?

The 'Highest-paid players in the NBA' quiz

West Virginia Mountaineers News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / June 14

Scott Van Pelt Compares WVU Fans to Characters in a Horror Movie

West Virginia has never won a national championship in any of the four major sports - football, men's basketball, women's basketball, and baseball - but you wouldn't know it based off the fierce love and passion its fanbase exudes.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / February 4, 2024

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt Is 'Thrilled' For Baker Mayfield

At the 2024 Pro Bowl Games, Pewter Report caught up with the one and only Scott Van Pelt from ESPN. Van Pelt is known for being on air late at night as the anchor for the flagship SportsCenter program, but he was in the morning sunshine at Camping World Stadium to discuss some football.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / August 17, 2023

ESPN host unloads on Harden in jaw-dropping segment

ESPN host unloads on James Harden in jaw-dropping segment

When it comes to the James Harden-Philadelphia 76ers situation, the drama-filled topic has supporters on each side.

Harden rips Daryl Morey, escalates feud with 76ers

ESPN hot take guru: Harden callout of Morey 'personal'

Did Harden and the 76ers circumvent the salary cap last summer?

The worst NBA contracts of all time

The 'Most three-pointers in an NBA season' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker / August 8, 2023

'SportsCenter' anchors blast Orioles for broadcaster suspension

'SportsCenter' anchors blast Orioles for controversial broadcaster suspension

ESPN's Scott Van Pelt joined YES Network's Michael Kay and SNY's Gary Cohen, among others, on Monday night in coming to the defense of MASN's Kevin Brown.

Orioles announcer reportedly suspended for shocking reason

New York broadcasters come to defense of suspended Orioles announcer

Which defunct sports teams had the best uniforms?