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Andy Katz: Patrick Patterson has experienced the lows for Kentucky Wildcats; ready to feel the highs
Patrick Patterson has dealt with injuries and embarrassing losses, and saw his coach run of town in his short time at Kentucky. This season, he's hoping to experience something positive in Lexington.

John Calipari is revitalizing Kentucky Wildcats basketball and fans
John Calipari hasn't won any games yet with Kentucky. He hasn't made any tournaments or broken any records. But for Wildcat Nation right now, none of that matters.

Ga. Tech survives George Mason with late run
Gani Lawal had 18 points and 14 rebounds to lead Georgia Tech (No. 19 ESPN/USA Today, No. 21 AP) to a 70-62 victory over George Mason on Friday in the consolation round of the O'Reilly Auto Parts Puerto Rico Tip-Off.

Bob Knight speech at fundraiser to benefit Indiana Hall of Fame
Former Indiana coach Bob Knight will speak at a Dec. 17 fundraiser in Indianapolis to benefit the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame.

John Thompson, Kay Yow receive Lapchick Character Awards
Hall of Famers John Thompson and the late Kay Yow, plus New York City high school coaching legend Jack Curran have received the second annual Lapchick Character Awards.

Grand jury brings new charge vs. Rick Pitino accuser
A federal grand jury in Louisville has brought a new charge against the woman accused of trying to extort milllions from Louisville men's basketball coach Rick Pitino.

NCAA defends secrecy in Memphis docs row
The NCAA is defending the secrecy of its response to the University of Memphis' appeal, saying member schools require confidentiality before a ruling.

Attorney hoping Minnesota Golden Gophers Royce White's case resolved soon
The attorney for suspended Minnesota freshman Royce White says he hopes to have the case resolved soon and indicated he may seek a plea bargain.