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Abbott and McMillan reminisce on friendship

As their last game at Wells Fargo Arena approaches, seniors Jamelle McMillan and Ty Abbott reminisce on their friendship with humor.

By Derek Trebesch | March 2, 2011

Rough Shooting: ASU sophomore guard Trent Lockett shoots a free throw during a game against Richmond on Dec. 5. The Sun Devils were again dominated in Los Angeles on Saturday, this time by USC with a final score of 62-46.

Sun Devils’ offense collapses against Trojans

The Sun Devils struggled to put the ball in the basket all afternoon, and USC easily rolled to a 62-46 victory.

By Andrew Gruman | February 26, 2011

UCLA romps over the misfiring Sun Devils

UCLA closed the first half on a 30-8 run and never looked back on its way to blowing out the Sun Devils, 71-53 at Pauley Pavilion.

By Andrew Gruman | February 24, 2011

Creekmur finding shooting touch before LA trip

The ASU men's basketball team goes on the road this week to play UCLA and USC this week.

By sptvweb | February 24, 2011

Tip drill: ASU freshman forward Kyle Cain goes up for a layup against UA on Feb. 13 in Tempe. After stopping a nine-game losing streak last Saturday against Washington State, the Sun Devils have had more energy in recent practices. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Win gives men’s hoops a boost before UCLA

ASU’s victory over WSU may have knocked the Cougars out of the tournament field. The Sun Devils can now severely hurt UCLA’s chances on Thursday.

By Andrew Gruman | February 23, 2011

Mesa basketball commit Carson hopes to leave impact

Mesa High School point guard Jahii Carson is looking to leave his mark on the ASU basketball team next season.

By Derek Trebesch | February 22, 2011

King picking it up in practice, on the court

Keala King will be the first person to tell you that his practice habits weren’t acceptable.

By Andrew Gruman | February 22, 2011

Men's basketball snaps losing streak with win over WSU

When WSU's Abe Lodwick’s game-winning 3-point attempt hit off of the front of the rim and the buzzer sounded, sophomore guard Trent Lockett fell onto his back with pure relief.

By Andrew Gruman | February 20, 2011

Extended losing streak: ASU senior guard Jamelle McMillan guards Washington senior guard Venoy Overton during the Sun Devils’ 79-62 loss to the Huskies Thursday night. It was ASU’s 11th straight Pac-10 defeat. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Washington sends ASU to 11th straight Pac-10 loss

Washington sent ASU to its ninth straight loss and 11th straight Pac-10 defeat, running away with a 79-62 victory at Wells Fargo Arena Thursday night.

By Andrew Gruman | February 17, 2011

Sendek keeps men's hoops focused before Washington games

ASU Coach Herb Sendek has kept the Sun Devils in the right mindset amidst struggles this season that includes a 1-11 Pac-10 record.

By Derek Trebesch | February 16, 2011

Upset Bid: ASU freshman forward Kyle Cain watches his layup go up toward the rim during the Sun Devils’ 67-52 loss to UA on Sunday. ASU is hoping to spoil a few seasons with wins against Washington and Washington State at home this weekend. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Men’s hoops looks to play spoiler

A key to a different outcome on Thursday may come at a spot where the Sun Devils have struggled all season: on the glass. UW is the top offensive rebounding team in the conference and typically scores a ton of second-chance points.

By Andrew Gruman | February 16, 2011

Remaining Upbeat: ASU senior guard Ty Abbott tries to drive inside during the Sun Devils’ 67-52 loss to UA on Sunday. Despite the team’s poor Pac-10 record, Abbott has had a strong year on the defensive side of the ball. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Sendek remains positive despite struggles

One would imagine that it would be hard to stay positive as the season enters its final leg. However, the Sun Devils are staying positive, thanks to the approach of their head coach.

By Andrew Gruman | February 15, 2011

No success: UA sophomore forward Derrick Williams goes up for a layup over the top of ASU senior guard Ty Abbott during the Wildcats’ 67-52 victory over the Sun Devils in Tempe on Sunday night. It was ASU’s 10th straight Pac-10 loss (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Men’s basketball drops 10th straight conference game

Despite holding UA star forward Derrick Williams to a season low 11 points, ASU couldn’t pull off the upset and fell to the No. 15 Wildcats, 67-52 at Wells Fargo Arena.

By Andrew Gruman | February 13, 2011

Devil Dish: Feb. 11

It’s been the Sun Devils’ free-throw shooting that has held them back this year.

By John McKelvey III | February 10, 2011

UA returns to top spot in men’s Pac-10 hoops

After the Wildcats, postseason chances are slim for other teams in the conference.

By Andrew Gruman | February 10, 2011

UA’s Williams should grab player of the year

With Pac-10 play just past the halfway point, the conference contenders are separating themselves from the pretenders.

By Andrew Gruman | February 10, 2011

Men’s hoops tries to stay positive amid losing streak

Remaining positive is becoming more and more difficult for the ASU men’s basketball team.

By Andrew Gruman | February 10, 2011

The dilemma of a struggling basketball team

With all of the struggles, should the ASU men’s basketball team give its young players more experience, or let the seniors enjoy their final games?

By Nick Ruland | February 10, 2011

Basketball tries to snap losing streak to rival UA

Arizona State attempts to get its first win in over a month when they host Arizona on Sunday.

By Andrew Boven | February 9, 2011

The Stanford Cardinal Men's Basketball team defeat the Arizona State WIldcats by 83-75 in Stanford, California on February 5th, 2011 (Simon Warby/The Stanford Daily)

Men’s basketball drops 9th straight Pac-10 game

The Sun Devils’ only conference win came on New Year’s Day. The team hasn’t won a game since defeating Tulsa on Jan. 12.

By Andrew Gruman | February 6, 2011

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