Articles written by Mark Barnes

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Oct 17, 2009 - Mark Barnes

LeBron James is not only the NBA's top player, he is better than Kobe Bryant. Although fans love to argue intangibles, the statistics prove who is the NBA's best star.

Feb 19, 2009 - Mark Barnes

Annika Sorenstam's LPGA career ended quietly, as Sorenstam missed the cut at her last event. Sorenstam, though, will be remembered as the best female golfer ever.

Nov 25, 2008 - Mark Barnes

Johnny Dawkins has done everything in basketball and his life's work is culminating in his dream of being a big-time college basketball head coach at Stanford.

Nov 23, 2008 - Mark Barnes

One of NBA basketball fans favorite arguments -- best all-time player -- is rekindled with a new addition to the list.

Nov 15, 2008 - Mark Barnes

The basketball season is young, but NBA trade rumors are underway. New York's Stephon Marbury and the Clippers Chris Kaman head the list of those who may be traded.

Nov 15, 2008 - Mark Barnes

The NCAA Tournament selection committee took some of the thrill out of March Madness, when it left out key teams from mid-major conferences.

Mar 12, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The 2007 NBA draft is will feature numerous young stars. Here are Suite101's updated NBA draft player rankings.

Mar 11, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The NBA Power Rankings aren't changing much these days, especially at the top, where the streaking Dallas Mavericks just keep winning.

Mar 11, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Greg Oden and Kevin Durant are the clear-cut top two choices for the upcoming NBA draft. Which player, though, will impact an NBA team most?

Mar 2, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The NBA Power Rankings are clearly owned by the Dallas Mavericks, who continue their winning ways and have the NBA's best record.

Feb 25, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Suite101 was one of several reputable sources, predicting the Cleveland Cavaliers to play for the NBA championship. Unlike others, we're sticking by our prediction.

Feb 23, 2007 - Mark Barnes

College basketball's mid-major conference teams are jockeying for NCAA Tournament bids and tickets to March Madness. Suite101 ranks the top 5 NCAA Tournament sleepers.

Feb 19, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The Boston Celtics lost 18 straight games and Carmelo Anthony sucker punched a player -- two of Suite101's top 5 stories from the first half of NBA 2007.

Feb 14, 2007 - Mark Barnes

John Amaechi's book, Man In The Middle, announces that he played five years in the NBA as a gay man "in the closet." Does anyone really care?

Feb 8, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Top college basketball teams continue to fall, dramatically changing the look of our Suite 16.

Feb 5, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The NBA Power Rankings once again belong to the Dallas Mavericks, who are on yet another winning streak and maintain the best record in the NBA.

Feb 4, 2007 - Mark Barnes

In our How to Play Basketball section, we focus on all of the skills and strategies of basketball, including fundamentals, like how to shoot a basketball.

Feb 3, 2007 - Mark Barnes

LeBron James has an aching toe, but it's his lackadaisical play that is costing the Cleveland Cavaliers victories and positioning in the NBA's Eastern Conference.

Feb 2, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Just one month away from college basketball conference tournaments, the excitement for March Madness and the NCAA Tournament is raging.

Feb 1, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Yao Ming has developed into a great NBA player, but many experts, including Yao, say that Yi JianLian is China's best basketball player.

Feb 1, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Big Brother 8 is now taking applications for its next season, and winning is easy, if you can become a Big Brother cast member, and if you have the right formula.

Jan 30, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Mike Brown is mishandling LeBron James and a Cavaliers team that should threaten to win the NBA's Eastern Conference.

Jan 29, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The NBA Power Rankings belong to the Phoenix Suns, who have won 16 straight games, but Dallas has an NBA-best 38 wins and is a very close second.

Jan 28, 2007 - Mark Barnes

NBA trade rumors are heating up with big names like Kevin Garnett, Pau Gasol and Andre Miller rumored to be switching teams.

Jan 28, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The NBA draft is still a long way off, but ranking NBA players is a job that's never done, so here is Suite101's first pre-NBA draft analysis of future NBA players.

Jan 27, 2007 - Mark Barnes

If you've never played basketball or you are a new basketball coach, Suite101 is your one-stop shop for How-to links and resources.

Jan 26, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns are a combined 68-16. Suite101 sizes up the two best NBA teams.

Jan 24, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The Denver Nuggets hoped Andre Miller would be the centerpiece in their resurgence; now Miller has a new home with the Philadelphia 76er's. Suite101 profiles Andre Miller

Jan 23, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Triple-double machine Jason Kidd is among several other stars being discussed in NBA trade rumors.

Jan 22, 2007 - Mark Barnes

With many NCAA teams failing their conference exams, we stay the course with our NCAA Suite 16 college basketball rankings.

Jan 22, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Dallas has the best record, but Phoenix is clearly the hottest team in all of sports and again tops Suite101's NBA Power Rankings.

Jan 21, 2007 - Mark Barnes

NCAA March Madness will be here before you know it. Suite101 examines several interesting stories, heading into the NCAA Tournament.

Jan 20, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Quick-reference index of links to NBA players, NBA teams, NBA news, NBA trade rumors, NCAA Tournament news and much, much more.

Jan 20, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Eddy Curry has worked through his growing pains and appears ready to reach his potential as solid NBA player.

Jan 20, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Paul Pierce is considered one of the most dominating NBA players in the NBA's Eastern Conference because of his late game heroics and team leadership.

Jan 19, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Conference play continues to devour good college basketball teams, once again altering our NCAA Suite 16.

Jan 15, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The Dallas Mavericks are making easy work of most NBA opponents, while Phoenix, Cleveland and San Antonio remain steady in Suite101's NBA Power Rankings.

Jan 14, 2007 - Mark Barnes

The Ohio State basketball team won its first big game, and Greg Oden finally showed college basketball fans just why he's so special.

Jan 13, 2007 - Mark Barnes

As NBA players go, the New Jersey Nets' Richard Jefferson might fit into the category of underrated NBA players. Jefferson, though, continues to make the Nets one of the

Jan 13, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Dwayne Wade may have been overshadowed by the likes of LeBron James early on, but after winning the NBA Finals MVP Award, Wade has carved his own NBA niche.

Jan 11, 2007 - Mark Barnes

With the trade deadline a approaching, the NBA trade rumors are swirling faster than ever. Jamaal Magloire and Chris Webber are among those rumored to be traded.

Jan 10, 2007 - Mark Barnes

NBA fantasy basketball owners are just about midway through their seasons, and Suite101 is on the spot, with our review of the Top 10 fantasy basketball players.

Jan 9, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Four of the top 8 teams in the NCAA top 20 went down last weekend, leading to a major upheaval in our Suite 16.

Jan 8, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Dallas has won 13 straight games, and Phoenix has another win streak started. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are moving up in Suite101's NBA Power Rankings.

Jan 7, 2007 - Mark Barnes

NBA basketball fans love to argue about the best NBA players of all-time. Suite101 puts the argument to rest with our Top 3 All-time NBA Players.

Jan 6, 2007 - Mark Barnes

NCAA college basketball conference play is underway, and fans are already thinking about 2007 March Madness. Suite101 evaluates the favorites and underdogs.

Jan 4, 2007 - Mark Barnes

As we approach the NBA All-Star break and playoff races heat up, NBA trade rumors are quickly spreading around the league.

Jan 3, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Some critics say Bob Knight's all-time NCAA basketball win mark is tainted, because Knight coaches at Texas Tech. Knight's legacy, though, is firmly entrenched.

Jan 2, 2007 - Mark Barnes

UCLA survived against Washington State, then punished Washington to remain unbeaten and on top of our Suite 16 Poll.

Jan 2, 2007 - Mark Barnes

Dallas is on its second big win streak of the year, and Phoenix, Utah and San Antonio remain in the top 5 in Suite101's NBA Power Rankings.

Dec 31, 2006 - Mark Barnes

In a year filled with excitement and controversy at every level of basketball, Suite101 ranks the top 3 best and worst basketball moments of 2006.

Dec 29, 2006 - Mark Barnes

As the NBA All-Star Game approaches, Suite101 evaluates NBA players who should start for the Eastern Conference.

Dec 29, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Shaquille O'Neal is one of the greatest NBA centers of all-time, but he is destroying his legacy by bashing great players and coaches.

Dec 27, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The UCLA Bruins have raced through their 2006-2007 schedule to a perfect 11-0, placing them atop our NCAA Suite 16 rankings.

Dec 26, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The only thing stopping the Phoenix Suns is snow. It took a blizzard in Denver to temporarily halt the streaking Suns.

Dec 23, 2006 - Mark Barnes

As the NBA All-Star Game approaches, Suite101 evaluates NBA players who should start for the Western Conference.

Dec 21, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Allen Iverson was finally traded, and the Denver Nuggets appear to have received a great holiday gift. Or, perhaps they got a lump of coal.

Dec 20, 2006 - Mark Barnes

With celebrated freshmen Greg Oden and Mike Conley, Jr., Ohio State basketball is beginning to look as powerful as the school's well-known football program.

Dec 19, 2006 - Mark Barnes

After a horrible start to the 2006-2007 season, the Phoenix Suns have won 14 straight games and are first in Suite101's NBA Power Rankings.

Dec 17, 2006 - Mark Barnes

With four Missouri Valley Conference teams making the NCAA Tournament in 2006 and a 63-19 start this season, the MVC is fast becoming a major mid-major conference.

Dec 15, 2006 - Mark Barnes

With a new season 20 games old, top NBA players have changed. You may be surprised at some of the NBA players on our Top 10 list.

Dec 13, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The NCAA top 20 teams continue to beat up on each other, turning the most polls into chaos. Meanwhile, UCLA is still undefeated and heads our first Suite 16 Poll.

Dec 11, 2006 - Mark Barnes

So far, everything has gone the way of the Utah Jazz, and Utah again heads Suite101's NBA Power Rankings.

Dec 9, 2006 - Mark Barnes

If you have a basketball fan in your life, there's nothing better than NBA apparel and other NBA gear for Christmas.

Dec 8, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Bob Knight will soon be the winningest coach in NCAA history, and Daniel Gibson is a rookie standout. These are just a couple of the Suite101's NCAA & NBA news and notes.

Dec 8, 2006 - Mark Barnes

When looking at NBA stats, guys like Carlos Boozer head the leaders for best field goal percentage, but Suite101 is wondering who the best long-distance shooters are.

Dec 7, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Many experts suggest that the talent pool in the NBA is dwindling. A recent influx of outstanding stars disputes this. Suite101 evaluates the top 5 young NBA Players.

Dec 6, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Dwight Howard didn't play college basketball, but this hasn't stopped the Man Child from becoming a dominant force and the premier rebounder in the NBA.

Dec 5, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The Dallas Mavericks started the season 0-4, and fans were worried sick. Now, 12 straight wins later, and Dallas has gone from absent to No. 1 in our NBA Rankings.

Dec 2, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The NBA All-Star game is still a ways off, but the debate about which NBA players should be there is already heating up.

Dec 1, 2006 - Mark Barnes

With the 2006-07 NBA season surging ahead, the NBA trade rumors are beginning to swirl. Memphis star Pau Gasol is one big name being mentioned.

Nov 30, 2006 - Mark Barnes

As part of the Topps generation, I'm struggling to understand the fascination with EA Sports hot new video game, NBA Live 07.

Nov 29, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Which NBA players have the best NBA slam dunks? Suite101 ranks the top 3 all-time greatest NBA slam dunks and guides you to all of the slam dunk video action.

Nov 28, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The Chicago Bulls seemed primed for a title run with the off-season signing of Ben Wallace. Now, the defensive force is unhappy and the Bulls are losing regularly.

Nov 27, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The Dallas Mavericks have gone from 0-4 to 9-4 in the blink of an eye. Now, Dallas is second in our NBA Power Rankings.

Nov 26, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Carlos Boozer is finally showing Utah Jazz fans that he is the NBA star they had hoped he would be. Boozer heads Suite101's current Who's Hot, Who's Not list.

Nov 25, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Arguably the most celebrated player in the history of the NBA, LeBron James exploded into professional basketball and hasn't slowed down since arriving in 2003.

Nov 24, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Oral Roberts and Vermont posted big NCAA upsets, catching Suite101's eye and landing spots in our NCAA Cinderella Watch.

Nov 23, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Florida has cruised early and appears unbeatable. The Gators remain number one in our NCAA Top 20 poll. Solid Pittsburgh and surprising Marquette are close behind.

Nov 22, 2006 - Mark Barnes

A couple of weeks of NBA basketball are complete, and it didn't take long for the fantasy NBA basketball rankings to heat up.

Nov 20, 2006 - Mark Barnes

With another solid week, the shocking Utah Jazz maintained a stranglehold on the top spot in Suite101's weekly NBA Power Rankings, but LeBron and the Cavs are lurking.

Nov 18, 2006 - Mark Barnes

After making Suite101's pre-season Cinderella Watch list, Oral Roberts showed it belonged with a giant upset of third-ranked Kansas.

Nov 17, 2006 - Mark Barnes

With a new NCAA basketball season underway, it's time to examine all the early excitement of college hoops, including its coaches, teams and players.

Nov 14, 2006 - Mark Barnes

It took a few years, but NBA players and fans are learning what basketball fans in China have always known - Yao Ming is a star. He also tops Who's Hot, Who's Not list.

Nov 13, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Carlos Boozer and Deron Williams are fueling a great start by the Utah Jazz, who jump 18 spots all the way to number one in this week's NBA Power Rankings.

Nov 12, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Dallas forward Dirk Nowitzki has become one of the most feared players in the NBA. Here is our player profile on Dirk Nowitzki.

Nov 10, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Southern Illinois heads our 2006-07 pre-season NCAA Cinderella Watch List. Check in for monthly updates on all of college basketball's most underrated teams.

Nov 9, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The 2006 2007 NBA season is underway, so it's time for annual predictions. Can Steve Nash win a third straight MVP or is one of the league's young guns ready to step up?

Nov 8, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Defending NCAA Tournament national champion, Florida, has all five starters back. This is more than enough to give the Gators the top spot in our pre-season Top 20 Poll.

Nov 8, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Our top 25 fantasy basketball rankings are the perfect guide for you to build a winning NBA fantasy basketball team.

Nov 5, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Few NBA experts would be bold enough for a prediction like this, but we love King James, and we love Cleveland in 2006-2007. Here's how we see the NBA division winners.

Nov 5, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Starting with LeBron James and ending with Carmelo Anthony, our top 10 NBA players may surprise, because we simply don't agree in most cases with other so-called experts.

Nov 5, 2006 - Mark Barnes

If you've never heard of Jason McElwain or seen his video, you won't want to miss this article about a remarkable, autistic basketball player.

Nov 4, 2006 - Mark Barnes

After an NBA finals trip in 2005-06, the Dallas Mavericks look primed for a second run to the finals. Others at the top of our pre-season power rankings may disagee.

Nov 4, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Bill Buckner booted away a chance at bringing a World Series ring to Boston 20 years ago. Today, he's taking it in stride.

Oct 9, 2006 - Mark Barnes

This NFL campaign is one of the strangest to come along in some time. From Terrell Owens' antics to the shocking, exciting play of Charlie Frye, this season surprises.

Sep 29, 2006 - Mark Barnes

The world of sports is full of stupid people, but Maurice Clarett is the king of this hill.

Sep 18, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Fantasy football players crave far more than the standard National Football League games. They hunger for yards, touchdowns and individual statistics.

Sep 10, 2006 - Mark Barnes

Professional tennis has become a game of stoic, stern-faced champions, devoid of enthusiasm. Andre Agassi is leaving and taking his great image with him.

Aug 31, 2006 - Mark Barnes