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Self praised Kelvin Sampson as one of the best ball coaches in America after the Kansas win.
Self said Sampson should be a finalist and hopes he gets in if he’s a finalist.
Sampson has built a long coaching résumé since starting in 1981 at Montana State.
Sampson led the Cougars to multiple NCAA appearances since 2014 as head coach.
Self’s comments come after a top-15 matchup with Big 12 implications.
Sampson’s career includes a show-cause period at Indiana before returning to college basketball.
The article notes Self’s respect despite the teams competing in a top-15 game.
The piece highlights Sampson’s decade-long rebuild of the Houston program since 2014.
Self’s comments add to the broader narrative of coaching legacy in college basketball.
The article mentions Sampson’s pursuit of his first national championship as a head coach.
The matchup had Big 12 implications and was a high-profile non-conference clash.

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Lipsey named to the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Late-Season Team for 2025-26.
Lipsey has been a key voice on Iowa State's defense for four seasons under coach T.J. Otzelberger.
Lipsey averages 13 points, 5.2 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game this season.
Lipsey has 291 career steals, placing him high in Big 12 history.
Lipsey is among 15 players nationwide named to the late-season team.
The Big 12 has the most representation on the list.
Lipsey contributed strong defensive leadership for four seasons at Iowa State.
Lipsey is a senior guard seeking to cap his career with the award.
Lipsey's defense has been central to Iowa State's late-season aspirations.

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Bradley named to the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Late-Season Team, spotlighting his two-way impact for Arizona.
The guard leads on defense with 1.6 steals per game and 46 steals this season.
Bradley’s length and quickness enable him to guard multiple positions for Arizona.
Arizona relies on Bradley to maintain rugged defense as part of its team identity.
Bradley’s defense supports Arizona’s top scorers, taking load off them on the perimeter.
The Wildcats finish the regular season with key tests against Kansas, Iowa State, and Colorado.
Bradley’s performance contributes to Arizona’s overall defensive identity this season.
Bradley has increased his offensive role, averaging 13.9 points and 4.7 assists per game.
Bradley’s season includes multiple four-steal games, underscoring his disruptive defense.
The article notes Bradley’s defensive work as part of Arizona’s rugged, physical playstyle.

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