Alan Rubenstein

Chicago, United States

Freelance Writer at FanSided

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Carter Bryant provides funny analogy to Nikola Jokic on NBA Draft projection

2 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Carter Bryant provided a hilarious analogy to Nikola Jokic when asked about where he could be selected in the 2025 NBA Draft. Arizona freshman forward Carter Bryant provided a humorous analogy when asked about where he could be selected in the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. Bryant stated he has not followed the 2025 NBA Mock Drafts in a while and provided a story about when Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic was drafted.
Arizona standing in top 4 for 2026 4-star athlete Paris Melvin Jr.

2 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Earlier this week, four-star athlete Paris Melvin Jr. named Arizona as one of the four schools he is still considering. Arizona was named as a finalist with Baylor, Houston and Mississippi by four-star 2026 athlete Paris Melvin earlier this week. Melvin narrowed his finalists to four after taking six to seven official visits since the end of April, depending on the recruiting site reporting.
Carter Bryant's betting odds for being a top 10 NBA Draft Pick

2 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Arizona freshman forward Carter Bryant is on the cusp of being a top 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Arizona freshman forward Carter Bryant is projected to be selected in the 2025 NBA Draft in the range of 10th through 16th. Odds from the FanDuel Sportsbook are separated by players projected in the top three of the 2025 NBA Draft, top five and top 10. Some players are listed twice. The odds for Bryant are only for the top 10.
Arizona a finalist for 5-star 2026 point guard Ikenna Alozie

2 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Arizona was named a finalist by five-star point guard Ikenna Alozie on Tuesday. Five-star point guard Ikenna Alozie named Arizona in his top eight programs on Tuesday. Alozie who is originally from Nigeria plays for Dream City Academy in Glendale. Washington is the majority favorite, with Arizona the only serious challenger, per On3. Alozie is the ninth overall prospect nationally, second PG and top player in Arizona in the 2026 class.
ESPN posts 1st impression of Tetairoa McMillan with Carolina Panthers

2 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Former Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan has made a good first impression with the Carolina Panthers after they selected him first overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. Carolina Panthers ESPN beat writer David Newton provided positive analysis for the impact rookie wide receiver Tetaiora McMillan has had as part of ESPN's "2025 NFL rookie updates: Tracking all first-round draft picks." McMillan was drafted eighth by Carolina to boost an anemic pass offense in 2024.
Where is Arizona in Athlon Sports 2025 ranking of all 136 FBS teams

2 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Arizona has work to do to move up in the "Ranking All 136 College Football Teams for 2025" by Steven Lassan of Athlon Sports. Arizona is 77th in the "Ranking All 136 College Football Teams for 2025" by Steven Lassan. Brent Brennan and his staff have a lot of work to do after finishing 4-8 in his inaugural season in 2024. Noah Fifita returns at quarterback for Arizona to help set the foundation for 2025.
Miami ranked in 2025 top 10 among all 136 FBS teams by Athlon Sports

2 days ago | caneswarning.com | Alan Rubenstein

Miami is the top 10 of the Athlon Sports "College Football Top 136 Team Rankings for 2025."Steven Lassan of Athlon Sports Miami 10th in his "College Football Top 136 Team Rankings for 2025." Miami is second among ACC teams. Lassan ranks Clemson fifth nationally and as the top ACC team in his ranking of all 136 FBS teams entering the 2025 season. Lassan cites the health of Georgia transfer quarterback Carson Beck as significant for Miami's hopes of competing for an ACC Championship.
Jay Bilas ranks Carter Bryant top 3 in this category among 2025 NBA Draft prospects

3 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Jay Bilas ranked Arizona freshman forward Carter Bryant top three in a key category among 2025 NBA Draft prospects. Lead ESPN College Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas expects Arizona freshman forward Carter Bryant to be the first 3-and-D player to be selected in the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. Bryant showed the ability to shoot three-pointers efficiently, finish at the rim and guard three positions in his sole season with Arizona.
Arizona gains commitment from 3-star IOL Kaisi Lafitaga

3 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Three-star interior offensive lineman Kaisi Lafitaga committed to Arizona on Monday night. Arizona received its 14th commitment in the 2026 class from interior offensive lineman Kaisi Lafitaga on Monday night. Laifitaga is unranked by 247Sports and a two-star prospect by Rivals.com. Listed at 6'4 and 290 pounds by Rivals, Lafitaga has a good frame to grow into at the next level. Lafitaga is from Tafuna, American Samoa, which is the same hometown as former Arizona offensive tackle Jonah Savaiinaea.
Bennedict Maturin and TJ McConnell should have increased roles next season

3 days ago | zonazealots.com | Alan Rubenstein

Bennedict Mathurin and T.J. McConnell should have increased roles next season after the Indiana Pacers announced on Monday star point guard Tyrese Haliburton has a torn achilles. The Indiana Pacers announced on Monday that star guard Tyrese Haliburton has a torn Achilles tendon. ESPN reported Haliburton is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season. Indiana has not announced a timetable for the rehabilitation for Haliburton.