A Duke Elbow, An ESPN Bias

Posted by Hoopraker Editorial Department on February 12th, 2009

ESPN can muster the courage to hammer John Beilein and Manny Harris for an inadvertent elbow to Chris Kramer’s nose, which it deemed worthy of an all-out blitz against Michigan led by Jay Bilas and followed by Pat Forde.  But last night, a Kyle Singler elbow to Tyler Hansbrough’s face barely merited a discussion during the telecast or in the studio by Rece Davis, Hubert Davis or Jay Bilas.  And, of course, no candor from Duke.  (more…)

The Duke Mythology

Posted by DJ Elsass on March 7th, 2008

The Duke mythology that has continued to shield Tommy Amaker’s reputation and coaching career was dented further by allegations of questionable recruiting practices at his latest stop in Cambridge. (more…)