Surprisingly, no love from ESPN...
Team to beat: Florida. With Kerry Blackshear Jr. now in the fold, Florida is a legitimate national title contender -- and we'll also get an early look at the impact of Gators five-star freshman Scottie Lewis.
Sleeper team: Miami. The Hurricanes should take a step forward next season, with Chris Lykes running the show and the addition of four-star guards Harlond Beverly and Isaiah Wong.
Player to watch: Xavier brings back four starters from a team that finished strong -- but Travis Steele will need an immediate impact from Ohio graduate transfer Jason Carter up front.
Something for the college hoops junkies: What's next at Buffalo? The Bulls have been to the NCAA tournament four times in the last six seasons and lost coaches Bobby Hurley (Arizona State) and Nate Oats (Alabama) along the way. Can Jim Whitesell continue the winning ways? -- Jeff Borzello
Your guide to 13 early-season college basketball tournaments


Calhoun St. .....beautifulHi all,
UConn Alumni is holding a pre-game at Carolina Ale House starting three hours before all the games--we've reserved the whole rooftop, which I bet gets you a great view down in Charleston!
ESPN's Charleston Classic Men's Basketball Tournament
72 beers on tap, plus I hear we may be offering Beavers there if you want some Ted's nostalgia down South...![]()
Be careful in VA!! Keep it under 81Tickets purchased, wife and I will be there!! Driving down from NYC![]()
Jet Blue?Just booked a round tripper outta NYC for a total price of $177 (get em while they're hot!). I'm prob going alone so I'd love to meet up if people are going to congregate
Delta 3720 - flies out of LGA 11/20 at 8:00 PMJet Blue?

Stupid expensive, go to air BnB instead. I got a room for $65/night in downtown Charleston.Anyone find any good rates on hotels close to the arena?
Any info on when or how the tickets are delivered? I bought mine, but haven't received anything. I didn't even get an email confirmation that I purchased them. But the charge is there on my credit card.
I received my tickets todayTickets are shipped in late July/early August. I was told they should arrive in less than 1 month.
Fried Chicken at Poogan's Porch. It's a very nice sit down meal (check reservations), and the best you will ever have. Start with cocktails in the bar.