The 2013-14 Basketball Season
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Former PG Eric McClellan Transfers to Gonzaga
Eric McClellan, who led Vanderbilt in scoring for the 12 games he played with the Commodores before being dismissed from the program, has found a new home. He'll suit up for the Gonzaga Bulldogs this winter.
Vandy MBB Assistant Yanni Hufnagel Leaves for Cal
Assistant coach Yanni Hufnagel helped lead Vanderbilt's basketball recruiting to a recent resurgence. Now, he's off to help restore California's basketball program under Cuonzo Martin.
4-Star SF Joseph Toye Picks Vanderbilt for '15
Vanderbilt's 2015 recruiting class got another boost on Tuesday when Joseph Toye, a 6'7", 4-star small forward, chose to anchor down. He'll join sweet-shooting Camron Justice on campus next summer.
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SEC Hoops 2014-2015: The Offseason Update
I took a look at the landscape of SEC basketball for the 2014-15 season a month or so ago. Now that we're into the offseason, well, let's just say our outlook is a bit clearer. And still somewhat muddled. But important updates nonetheless.
Nolan Cressler (16.8 ppg) to Transfer to Vandy
Vanderbilt's backcourt got a big boost on Wednesday when Cornell transfer Nolan Cressler chose Vanderbilt over Dayton, Michigan, and Pittsburgh. He'll join a loaded 2014 recruiting class that's primed to continue the Vandy tradition.
Rod Odom: From Afterthought to All-SEC
Rod Odom was a frustrating figure for the Commodores until he figured out how to fit his talent into the SEC. A look at the forward's development from bench player to All-Conference athlete.
Would Vanderbilt Ever Belong in the CBI?
The NIT is one thing. The CBI? Totally different. Would Commodore fans support any postseason basketball - even if Vanderbilt has to pay for it?
What is Kyle Fuller's Legacy at Vanderbilt?
Vanderbilt senior point guard Kyle Fuller played his last game for the Commodores, and while his stats may not reflect it, he was one of the most important players for this Vandy squad. So what is his final legacy after a long journey in Nashville?
Miss. St Ends Vandy's Season With 82-68 SECT Upset
Vanderbilt's season is over, and the Commodores will notch a second-straight losing season. Mississippi State, who had lost 15 straight games before Wednesday, eliminated the 'Dores from the first round of the SEC Tournament, 82-68.
SEC Tournament: Dores vs Bulldogs GameThread
Toughness. Grit. Overcoming physical pain. That's what this team has been about all season. "Outnumbered but not outmanned." They're all 0-0 at this point; might as well gut it out and win the whole damn thing.
The SEC Tournament's Worst Losses: Mississippi St.
Vanderbilt will kick off the SEC Tournament on Wednesday when they face 3-15 Mississippi State. What can the Commodores learn from South Carolina's regular season-ending victory over the Bulldogs?
Rod Odom, Damian Jones Earn All-SEC Honors
Vanderbilt basketball got some good news heading into the SEC Tournament. Senior forward Rod Odom earned 2nd-Team All-SEC honors on Tuesday, while center Damian Jones was named to the conference's All-Freshman team.
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SECT Preview: So you're telling me theres a chance
That's right, Vanderbilt has a 0.6 percent chance of winning the SEC Tournament and claiming an automatic bid! Unfortunately, that may actually be overstating things a bit.
Game 30: Vandy @ Ole Miss GameThread
It all comes down to this.
Vandy Squanders Big Lead, Loses to LSU 57-51
Vanderbilt sent Rod Odom and Kyle Fuller out in heartbreaking fashion as the 'Dores blew a huge early lead in a Senior Night loss to LSU. Johnny O'Bryant had 25 points and 10 rebounds in the Tiger win.
Game 29: Vandy vs. LSU GameThread
Rod Odom, Kyle Fuller, and Rob Cross suit up for the last time in Memorial Gym. Senior Night against the Tigers.
The SEC's Worst Losses: LSU at Vandy Preview
A win ensures a winning season for Vanderbilt, but more importantly, it would end Rod Odom and Kyle Fuller's Vanderbilt careers at Memorial Gym on a high note. Here's a breakdown of how the Commodores and LSU match up.
Game 28: Dores @ THEM GameThread
Vanderbilt heads to Knoxville with an opportunity to sweep the Vols for the first time in four years.
Stallings Salutes Collective Tennessee fanbase IQ
Coach's comments on Cuonzo Martin have nothing to do with Bruce Pearl, that is, unless you are making a lazy, surface deep argument on your attempted scorched earth campaign to bring him back.
The SEC's Worst Losses: Vandy at Tennessee Preview
Vanderbilt will have a chance to knock Tennessee off the NCAA Tournament bubble when they travel to Knoxville on Saturday. Can the Commodores follow Texas A&M's blueprint for success and beat their arch rival on the road?
Vandy Rally Falls Short Against #1 Florida, 57-54
Sloppy turnovers and poor rebounding kept Vanderbilt from repeating history and defeating #1 Florida at home despite a tough comeback effort. Dai-Jon Parker led the Commodores with 11 points and six rebounds.
Game 27: Vandy vs #1 Florida GameThread
Vanderbilt is 6-7 all-time against number ones at Memorial Gym, and have won four of their last five at home (Loss: UK, 69-63, 02/11/12; Wins: - UT, 72-69, 02/26/08; UF, 83-70, 02/17/07; UK, 101-86, 01/13/93; UNC, 78-76, 12/05/87)
The SEC's Worst Losses: Florida/Vanderbilt Preview
Florida hasn't lost since December 2nd, while Vanderbilt got beat by South Carolina two weeks ago. However, #1 teams often find a way to lose when Memorial Magic is in the air.
Damian Jones Named SEC Freshman of the Week
Damian Jones has made a huge impact for Vanderbilt in his first year on campus. Now, the SEC has taken notice by naming him the conference's Freshman of the Week.
Game 26: Vandy @ Auburn GameThread
The Commodores look to get back to .500 in conference play on the road against the Tigers.
Game 25: Dores @ Tigers GameThread
Vanderbilt's men's basketball team travels on the road to face a Missouri team hungry to return the favor for Vanderbilt's 78-75 win earlier this season in Memorial. Meanwhile, the baseball team faces Lipscomb in their home opener at the Hawk.
Game 24: Dores vs Aggies GameThread
The Magnificent Seven face the double whammy of a quick turnaround and Texas A&M early Saturday.
Damian Jones: Blockmonster
"I know a lot of SEC coaches just like me that are going to lose sleep knowing that their center is a freshman and he is going to be in this league for a while," South Carolina coach Frank Martin s...Freshman puts himself in Vanderb...
South Carolina Tops Disjointed Vanderbilt 65-59
Vanderbilt became South Carolina's latest SEC victim - and second overall - in a 59-65 loss on Thursday. Damian Jones had a great night, but the 'Dores were obliterated on the boards in the loss.