“I’ve really treated it more like an NBA preseason.” 3 high-major exhibition games have helped Fred Hoiberg experiment with Nebraska’s rotation before its Nov. 2 opener vs Le Moyne. The power of exhibitions in today’s college hoops. – at Lincoln, NE

John Lucas II and his son, Miami HC Jai Lucas, have been tied in with Shelton Henderson for years. From 5th-grade AAU to a Duke commitment to trusting Jai’s vision at Miami, Shelton has experienced two very different coaching styles from father and son. – at Coral Gables, FL

“We cried together.” Kevin Overton reflects on the emotional moment Steven Pearl told him, Keyshawn Hall, KeShawn Murphy, and Tahaad Pettiford that Bruce Pearl was retiring. Steven’s immediate commitment to the team had an instant impact on KO’s decision to stay at Auburn. – at Auburn, AL