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Bud Walton Arena (Arkansas)
Doesn't rock like it used to, but during the "40 Minutes of Hell" salad days the atmosphere was incredible. Great pep band and adults in Hog hats top it off.

Freedom Hall (Louisville)
The home team puts 19,000 in the stands every game, and the sideline seats offer the best sight lines in America. As the site of six NCAA Tournament finals, it's hard to beat the building's history.

Assembly Hall (Indiana)
In an era of tricked-up sound systems, luxury boxes and excessive audiovisual bling, this is still an old-school gym. You walk in and immediately smell the popcorn. And when the Hoosiers play well, it's really loud.

Rupp Arena (Kentucky)
Worth the trip just to see the banners in the rafters. And you never know when Ashley Judd is going to turn up in the stands.

FIVE STILL TO SEE:
The Palestra (Penn)
I've heard so much about the history of the place that my basketball life wouldn't be complete without a trip.

Gallagher-Iba Arena (Oklahoma State)
Some people say this is the loudest gym in America.

The Pit (New Mexico)
Other people say this is the loudest gym in America.

Mac Court (Oregon)
Cool throwback gym.

McCarthey Athletic Center (Gonzaga)
Didn't get to see the old Kennel, so this one will have do.

Allen Fieldhouse (Kansas)
It doesn't matter if they are playing UMKC or Oklahoma State, the fans feel like they are breathing down your neck.

St. John Arena (Ohio State)
The home of Lucas, Havlicek, Kellogg and (Jim) Jackson, this place had atmosphere. The balcony seemed to overhang the court.

The Pit (New Mexico)
I had a couple big wins here, but not as many as Bob King and Norm Ellenberger. You had to be in great condition to walk up the ramp from the floor.

Gallagher-Iba Arena (Oklahoma State)
Once a great old building, the renovation and expansion has made this place twice as great (and less old).

FIVE STILL TO SEE:
Hinkle Fieldhouse (Butler)
The place where Jimmy Chitwood made his clutch shot in Hoosiers and the home of a good mid-major.

Mac Court (Oregon)
I hope my travels take me there some day.

Breslin Center (Michigan State)
The Izzone is a classy and enthusiastic student section.

Kohl Center (Wisconsin)
Any place with 38 wins in a row must be special. Will it continue?

Dahlberg Arena (Montana)
The place where Jud Heathcote and Mike Montgomery made their reputations. I love Montana and Grizz fans love their basketball.

FIVE OTHER FAVORITES:
The Palestra (Penn)
I played there, and it is one of the true gems of the sports world, right up there with Wrigley Field.

Allen Fieldhouse (Kansas)
The Phog just oozes tradition. It's great for a game, and equally great when it is empty. Awesome.

Assembly Hall (Illinois)
Every game I have ever seen there has been a great atmosphere and rocking. The most underrated venue in college basketball.

The RAC (Rutgers)
The Scarlet Knights play great there, and the crowd is right on top of you and intimidating. A friend said to me at the RAC: "If the Pistons and Pacers had their fight here, they wouldn't have dared to go up into the stands!"

Gallagher-Iba Arena (Oklahoma State)
The Cameron of the midwest. One of the finest collegiate Halls of Fame I have seen. Strong.

FIVE THAT ARE UNDERRATED:
Reilly Center (St. Bonaventure)
I played there once, and saw a bunch of games there. Cold outside, hot inside, and a tough place to play when the Bonnies are good. Some similar qualities as the RAC.

Williams Arena (Minnesota)
Elevated floor, overhanging upper deck. Just a great old barn.

Memorial Gymnasium (Vanderbilt)
I played there, and love this place. Clever students, elevated court, and the benches are on the baselines. Odd and character-filled.

Hec Ed (Washington)
Renovated and a great atmosphere. People in purple are making that house jump.

UD Arena (Dayton)
Few places have had as many NCAA Tournament games, and UD Arena houses some of the most passionate and knowledgable fans in the college game. A real gem.