Brett Friedlander

Brett Friedlander

Award-winning sports writer and columnist Brett Friedlander has been covering the ACC and college basketball since before anyone knew how to spell Krzyzewski, let alone pronounce it. He’s won 26 national, state and regional awards, covered 13 Final Fours, The Masters golf tournament, a Super Bowl and a World Series, and is the author of the book “Chasing Moonlight: The True Story of Field of Dreams’ Doc Graham.” He was at courtside for the wins that made both Dean Smith and Mike Krzyzewski the winningest coach in college basketball history. But his main claim to fame is having his laptop computer crushed by Grayson Allen on press row at Cameron Indoor Stadium.
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Duke center Patrick Ngongba dribbles a basketball in his road blue uniform

Duke Big Man Patrick Ngongba ‘Not Quite Ready to Go’ for First-Round Game

Blue Devils coach Jon Scheyer seems optimistic that Ngongba, a sophomore big whose foot is still in a boot, could be ready for the second round.

By Brett Friedlander
With three key pieces injured, Duke keeps finding new ways to win

Duke Keeps on Winning as It Adjusts to an Injury-Depleted Lineup

With three key pieces down for the count, Duke keeps finding new ways to win. Credit a versatile roster and a renaissance for Cayden Boozer.

By Brett Friedlander
Jeff Capel and Pitt have the most direct path to clinching the final spot in the ACC tournament

Inside the ACC: Trio of Teams Battle for the Final Conference Tourney Spot

Pitt, Notre Dame and Boston College will be fighting for the ACC Tournament's final spot in their regular season finales

By Brett Friedlander
Henri Veesaar and the rest of the Tar Heels will be forced to step up following the injury to Caleb Wilson.

Duke Looks For Revenge In Rivalry Rematch With North Carolina

UNC faces their fiercest rival — and the No. 1 team in the country — without star freshman Caleb Wilson

By Brett Friedlander
Star freshman Caleb Wilson is out indefinitely after fracturing his left hand in a loss to Miami on Feb. 10

Inside the ACC: Louisville Freshman Breaks Out; UNC at Crossroads

How will the Tar Heels fare without their leading scorer and rebounder? PLUS: A look at Louisville star freshman Mikel Brown Jr., a resurgent Florida State and more news from the ACC.

By Brett Friedlander
Tar Heel forward Caleb Wilson will try to make the most of his matchup against Duke's Cameron Boozer

Inside the ACC: Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson Boost Duke-UNC Rivalry

How Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson are carrying on the storied rivalry. PLUS: a look at NC State and Clemson's road success and more from the ACC.

By Brett Friedlander
University of North Carolina coach Dean Smith and the court at the Dean E. Smith Center

Tar Heel Nation Divided: Repair or Replace the Dean Dome?

With the future of North Carolina's Smith Center in question, some fans are rallying to kill a new development plan — and save a titan of Tar Heel history

By Brett Friedlander
Star freshman and Wooden Award contender Caleb Wilson made it clear he has his coach's back

UNC Big Stands Up for Embattled Coach With Terse Words and Star Play

INSIDE THE ACC: California road trips get a lot harder. An honor for a Virginia legend. Coaches on the betting scandal....

By Brett Friedlander
Darrion Williams has struggled at times since transferring to NC State but he bounced back after his coach gave him a fiery endorsement

Inside the ACC: The Explosive Return of NC State's Priciest Guard

Will Wade lights a fire under Darrion Williams while Notre Dame's coach gets hot with officials. PLUS: SMU's triple-double machine and more updates from around the ACC.

By Brett Friedlander
Myles Colvin grabs a rebound at Wake Forest

How an NFL Dad Spurred Myles Colvin’s NBA Dreams

Two major league dreams have led Myles Colvin to a key role at Wake Forest. His next task is bringing his Demon Deacons to the NCAA Tournament.

By Brett Friedlander
Freshman forward Jalen Haralson has picked up the slack since Burton's injury

"All Hands on Deck" for Notre Dame After Losing Leading Scorer

After an ankle injury sidelined their top scorer, a green Notre Dame squad is picking up the slack. PLUS: NC State's softness and more news from around the ACC.

By Brett Friedlander
Freshman big man Cam Boozer has more than lived up to his hype by leading Duke in scoring, rebounding and assists

ACC Power Rankings for December 2025

With Feast Week in the rearview mirror, ACC correspondent Brett Friedlander power ranks the nation's hungriest conference

By Brett Friedlander