With the first games taking place on Thanksgiving, what better way to sneak away from uncomfortable conversations with your grandparents, cousins or in-laws than by watching some college hoops? I mean, grandma might take an interest in the Dallas Cowboys, but surely she'd turn her nose up at Doug McDermott (unless it's Doug's grandma). Enjoy.
AROUND THE NATION: Nine players off to surprisingly strong starts
November 28
George Washington 71, Miami 63, OT Marquette 86, Cal State Fullerton 66 San Diego State 72, Charleston 52 Creighton 88, Arizona State 60
November 29
Championship bracket Marquette 76, George Washington 60 San Diego State 86, Creighton 80
Consolation bracket Miami 48, Cal State Fullerton 46 Arizona State 80, Charleston 58
December 1
Seventh place: Cal State Fullerton vs. Charleston, 2 p.m. ESPN3
Fifth place: Miami vs. Arizona State, 4:30 p.m., ESPNU
Third place: Creighton vs. George Washington, 6:30 p.m, ESPNU
Championship game: San Diego State vs. Marquette, 9:30 p.m., ESPN2
