Since the NCAA tournament expanded to 64 teams in 1985 — its modern format — only five of 39 national champions were unranked to start the season.

Aday Mara has also been a season-changer for Mick Cronin. In his past five games, Mara is averaging 11.8 points, 5.8 rebounds ...

The latest Associated Press Illinois High School basketball state rankings were released on Wednesday afternoon, with several area teams on the list.