Best Eric Musselman Podcasts (2026)

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USC's Eric Musselman opens up about the CHALLENGES of being a west coast Big Ten team 29:27

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9d ago29:27

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Jon Rothstein sits down with USC head coach Eric Musselman to talk about coaching at both the college and NBA levels, how to build a basketball program and USC and what this year's Trojans need to do to ensure a deep run in the tournament. (0:00) Intro + how has coaching changed over the last 11 years? (0:35) Coaching at USC compared to his other j…

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Wolverines, Spartans and Gophers: Oh My! 56:45

3h ago56:45

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Send us a text Chris and Mark recap the non-conference schedule and look ahead to the meat of the Big Ten schedule that starts with a road trip to Michigan, Michigan State and Minnesota later this week. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC basketball community. You can find all episodes at DunkCityPod.com, USC…

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How Fred Hoiberg Has Nebraska Among College Basketball’s Last Unbeaten & Why He Doesn't Plan on Touching Huskers Roster Midseason 30:53

1h ago30:53

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Fred Hoiberg joins the show to discuss Nebraska’s perfect start and what’s fueling one of the most promising seasons in program history. He reflects on the Christmas break and when he first realized this team could be special.Hoiberg breaks down key wins over Illinois, Creighton, and Wisconsin, the transition to coaching in the Big Ten, and the dif…

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AJ Dybantsa's Historic Start, Purdue's Quiet Surge & January Pressure Points 48:03

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We break down three big things shaping the college basketball landscape right now — starting with AJ Dybantsa’s eye-opening freshman season and why the next 60 days could define BYU history. Plus, Purdue’s dominant stretch flying under the radar and why January looms as a must-move month for NC State.Rothstein digs into key news and notes across th…

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How Dusty May quickly retooled Michigan to become the title favorite 34:20

1d ago34:20

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Michigan head coach Dusty May joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his path from FAU’s historic Final Four run to quickly rebuilding Michigan into a national contender. May reflects on the lessons from the Final Four, the timing of his move, how this Michigan roster has taken shape, and why he wants the toughest non-conference schedule possible. Plus, in…

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Kentucky can exhale, Statements from Texas Tech & Houston + Midseason All-Americans! 55:48

3d ago55:48

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Kentucky fans can finally exhale, Houston and Texas Tech deliver major résumé-building wins, and Hubert Davis continues to answer the bell as North Carolina steadies itself. We open with the three biggest takeaways from the weekend before reacting to the updated AP Top 25 and unveiling our Midseason All-Americans across three teams and honorable me…

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Why Mark Pope thinks Kentucky has 'unlimited potential' + Jayden Quaintance injury UPDATE 27:16

6d ago27:16

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Kentucky head coach Mark Pope joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his relationship with Rick Pitino and what it will be like going up against his former head coach on Saturday, his impressions of this Kentucky team and the potential the Wildcats have, as well as an update on Jayden Quaintance and how he could change Kentucky once back healthy.(0:00) Int…

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Why UConn's path makes them a likely 1-seed in March Madness, Darius Acuff deserves MORE attention 42:32

7d ago42:32

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Jon Rothstein is BACK breaking down UConn's path to a 1-seed in the NCAA tournament, why Darius Acuff deserves more national attention, the 5 best PG in college basketball and MORE.(0:00) Intro(2:35) Darius Acuff deserves MORE national attention(13:16) UConn has the cleanest path to a 1-seed in the NCAA tournament(21:17) Why the Kentucky-St. John's…

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The Big 12 could OWN the top 16 seeds + Duke & UConn's race for the East region & Nebraska is legit 38:10

10d ago38:10

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Jon Rothstein is back with another episode of Inside College Basketball Now after a loaded weekend of college hoops. The Big 12 is the best conference in the sport, how many teams will they get on the top four seed lines? Duke and UConn are in a race for the East region and Nebraska has officially arrived. They're not just a feel good story anymore…

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Nate Oats details transforming Alabama into a powerhouse, importance of Labaron Philon | ICBBN 49:35

14d ago49:35

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Alabama coach Nate Oats joins Jon Rothstein to talk about his journey to college coaching, building Alabama into a powerhouse, the importance of Labaron Philon and more. (0:10) What he remembers from his first D-I coaching season (1:29) Did he always want to be a college coach? (3:53) On hearing from the Hurley brothers about joining Buffalo staff …

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Nebraska is SURGING, Michigan is UNSTOPPABLE + Big East NEEDS Notre Dame 49:57

14d ago49:57

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Jon Rothstein is BACK breaking down Michigan's upcoming schedule, whether Notre Dame should join the Big East and MORE. (0:00) Intro 2:21 Who will put game pressure on Michigan? (12:53) Big East is at a crossroads, should take a long hard look at Notre Dame (29:48) Nebraska is 10-0 and SURGING under Fred Hoiberg (37:24) Rothstein Ranks: 5 Guards Wh…

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Florida's Todd Golden highlights where the Gators MUST IMPROVE to repeat as champions 28:29

17d ago28:29

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Jon Rothstein sits down with Florida head coach Todd Golden to talk about the weight of defending a national championship, this year's Gators team and how he adjusts realistic goals each year after winning a title. (0:00) Intro + the last eight months (1:10) Is it harder to build a title team or maintain one? (2:05) What Billy Donovan has told him …

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Iowa State SENT A MESSAGE in Purdue blow out + CODE RED for Kentucky & Duke's Cam Boozer is the NPOY 48:35

17d ago48:35

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Jon Rothstein is back to recap a massive weekend of college hoops! Iowa State put the entire country on notice against Purdue at Mackey Arena. Cameron Boozer leads Duke to another impressive win and the Kentucky Wildcats are in serious danger through one month. Plus, chat questions, AP poll reactions and more from the college basketball world! (0:0…

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Pat Kelsey reflects on first loss, what makes Sananda Fru a KEY player for Louisville | ICBBN 21:32

21d ago21:32

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Pat Kelsey joins Jon Rothstein to talk about the team's loss to Arkansas, looking ahead to Indiana and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy CBS Sports, College Basketball, Basketball, March Madness, NCAA Tournament, NBA Draft

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What makes Arkansas the MOST COMPLETE team in the SEC + Donovan Dent is BACK on track I ICBBN 47:11

21d ago47:11

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Jon Rothstein is BACK breaking down THREE BIG things in men's college basketball and giving his weekly rankings, plus five players that are FRONTRUNNERS for National Player of the Year. (0:00) Intro (1:21) Arkansas looks like the most complete team in the SEC (17:27) NC State is putting incredible pressure on itself (31:04) Donovan Dent got back on…

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Indiana head coach Darian DeVries breaks down the 7-0 START for the Hoosiers & KEYS to Big Ten play 23:17

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Jon Rothstein sits down with first-year Indiana head coach Darian DeVries to talk about the 7-0 start to the season, his roster and being alongside his son Tucker in Bloomington. (0:00) Intro + Darian DeVries, a.k.a D-Rock (1:15) Starting 7-0 in his first season at Indiana (1:50) His unselfish group in Bloomington & identifying the right transfer p…

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Can Michigan, Purdue or Michigan State end the Big Ten drought? + Big 12 depth & UConn's Big East superiority 45:56

1M ago45:56

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Jon Rothstein is back after a loaded Feast Week! The Big Ten has two elite teams at the top of its league. Is this the year the conference finally ends its national title drought? Then, the Big 12 has serious depth and UConn is putting the Big East on its back. Plus three good nuggets, chat questions and the newest AP Top 25! (0:00) Intro + like an…

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Arkansas' John Calipari details what Darius Acuff & Meleek Thomas NEED TO LEARN to be successful 36:11

1M ago36:11

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Arkansas head coach John Calipari joins Jon Rothstein ahead of Arkansas vs. Duke on Thanksgiving to discuss this year's team, the state of college basketball and his talented freshman frontcourt. (0:00) Intro + John Calipari joins the show (0:30) a UMass anniversary and the Arkansas brand in the 90s (2:30) The sport skewing heavily towards high maj…

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How Purdue could RUN THE TABLE into 2026 + Feast Week! Players Era Festival & Maui/Battle 4 Atlantis 46:52

1M ago46:52

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Jon Rothstein is back to discuss Purdue's dominant win over Texas Tech and how long they could stay undefeated. Then, the Players Era Festival headlines a massive Feast Week for college basketball alongside Maui and the Battle 4 Atlantis. Then, three good nuggets and questions from the chat! (0:00) Intro + it’s Feast Week! (3:26) Purdue has a real …

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Adrian Autry details recruiting Kiyan Anthony to Syracuse, succession plan with Jim Boeheim and the Orange outlook this season 23:27

1M ago23:27

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Syracuse head coach Adrian Autry joins the show to share his journey from growing up a fan of the Orange to leading the program today. He reflects on his earliest Syracuse basketball memories, meeting and playing for Jim Boeheim, choosing Syracuse, and eventually stepping into the head-coaching role after a long time around the program. Autry discu…

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What makes this the GOLDEN ERA of Alabama basketball + THIS team has the BEST resume in CBB 53:35

1M ago53:35

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This is ONLY November and Jon Rothstein is back breaking down this being the golden era of Alabama basketball, Arizona's resume and MORE. (0:00) Intro(3:51) This is the GOLDEN ERA of Alabama basketball(20:19) Arizona has CBB's BEST resume, Jaden Bradley is CBB's best closer(30:05) Kentucky, Big East both at an early crossroads(41:04) This is INTERA…

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Brad Underwood details Illinois' approach to building a HEAVY international roster & rebuilding the program 31:49

2M ago31:49

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On today’s episode, Jon Rothstein sits down with Illinois head coach Brad Underwood for a wide-ranging conversation on the Illini’s strong start and the evolution of his program. Underwood discusses his daily routine, how he views Illinois as a destination job, and what it took to rebuild the program into a consistent Big Ten contender. He dives in…

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Purdue & UConn are the best teams in nation SO FAR + What's going on with Darryn Peterson? 51:29

2M ago51:29

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On today’s episode, Jon Rothstein breaks down why UConn and Purdue have clearly separated themselves as the two best teams in college basketball. Jon also discusses why Kansas is already at a crossroads, with Darryn Peterson’s injury leaving Bill Self in a tough spot ahead of a brutal upcoming schedule, and how Kentucky vs. Michigan State has emerg…

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Arizona's Tommy Lloyd reveals Koa Peat reminds him of Larry Johnson, breaks down TOUGH non-conference schedule 35:08

2M ago35:08

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Jon Rothstein is joined by Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd to talk about his favorite vacation spots, the decision to leave Gonzaga for Arizona, the importance of rivalry games and more. They also get into freshman Koa Peat, the importance of having veteran players and what it's going to take for Arizona to make a deep NCAA tournament run. (0:00) In…

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What Makes Alabama/Purdue a Final Four caliber game + UCLA frontcourt faces test against Arizona 46:40

2M ago46:40

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Jon Rothstein is BACK previewing some premier matchups on the college basketball slate. (0:00) Intro (3:15) Alabama/Purdue is a Final Four caliber game(18:12) We'll know more about BYU after Saturday's game against UConn in Boston(26:43) UCLA's frontcourt will be severely tested against Arizona(31:40) Answering your questions!(38:42) Three good nug…

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So far, so good 40:27

2M ago40:27

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Send us a text Chris, Mark and Sky discuss USC's season-opening dominance through the first two games and look ahead to the upcoming contests with Illinois State and Troy. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC basketball community. You can find all episodes at DunkCityPod.com, USCBasketball.com or on Apple Musi…

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HUGE Weekend for UNC, Indiana & Georgetown + Alabama takes over the Garden & Arkansas' ceiling 50:12

2M ago50:12

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Jon Rothstein is back on the heels of a massive weekend in college hoops. Three massive brands show signs of real potential this weekend and the Crimson Tide took over Madison Square Garden against St. John's. Plus, Arkansas vs. Michigan State and three performances you might've missed on a jam-packed schedule for the sport. (0:00) Intro (2:00) Col…

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Coach K breaks down Cameron Boozer & this year's Duke team + his thoughts on possible NCAA Tournament expansion 33:14

2M ago33:14

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Mike Krzyzewski joins to reflect on life after retirement and how his relationship with the game has changed. He says he doesn’t miss the act of coaching, just the daily personal relationships, and now watches Duke more quietly in public and more loudly at home. He discusses how college basketball has become professionalized, why the sport needs cl…

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Georgetown's Ed Cooley reveals what he LEARNED about his team from Kentucky exhibition win 25:46

2M ago25:46

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Georgetown head coach Ed Cooley joins Jon Rothstein to talk everything from leaving Providence for Georgetown, the team's exhibition game win over Kentucky and what it will take for the team to earn its first at-large bid to the NCAA tournament since 2015.0:00 Intro0:08 On being in his third year at Georgetown0:40 The biggest thing he knows now abo…

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What makes North Carolina’s showdown vs. Kansas a MASSIVE game + Alabama has a tough road ahead 45:53

2M ago45:53

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It's only November but there's already some big games on the books. Jon Rothstein is breaking down what makes North Carolina's showdown vs. Kansas so big for Hubert Davis, Alabama's gauntlet of a schedule coming up and what could lead to Darius Acuff and Meleek Thomas gaining more national attention. 0:00 Intro6:17 UNC, Hubert Davis' showdown vs. K…

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Koa Peat & Arizona make a STATEMENT + BYU vs. Nova & Duke vs. Texas feels like a Round of 32 game 42:45

2M ago42:45

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The college basketball season is FINALLY here. Jon Rothstein is back to break down opening night action from Koa Peat's 30-point statement for Arizona to AJ Dybantsa and BYU and everything in between. This is only November. (0:00) Intro + the schedule this season! (7:04) Arizona makes a statement against Florida (13:08) Positive signs for both BYU …

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NCAA SVP of Basketball Dan Gavitt reveals the latest on possible NCAA Tournament expansion 44:42

2M ago44:42

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Jon Rothstein sits down with NCAA Senior Vice President of Basketball, Dan Gavitt, for a wide-ranging conversation on the state — and future — of college basketball. Gavitt reflects on his roots in the game, lessons learned from his father, and his journey from the Big East to leading March Madness operations.They dig into how the changing landscap…

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2025-26 USC Season Preview 1:02:57

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Send us a text Who's ready for some Trojan basketball? Chris, Mark and Sky recap the two recent exhibition games and project the team's prospects for the coming season. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC basketball community. You can find all episodes at DunkCityPod.com, USCBasketball.com or on Apple Music, …

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Jon Rothstein's 2025-26 Preseason All-America Teams! | Inside College Basketball Now 33:41

2M ago33:41

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Less than a week away from the 2025-26 college basketball season, Jon Rothstein dishes out his All-America teams for the best players in college basketball this year. (0:00) Intro (1:45) Why Jon will have zero freshmen on his first team (4:24) First Team All-Americans (13:10) Second Team All-Americans (23:15) Third Team All-Americans (27:20) Honora…

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5 BOLD Predictions for 2025-26: UConn vs. St. John's, Arkansas' Ceiling & NCAA Tournament Bids 37:47

2M ago37:47

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On the doorstep of the 2025-26 college basketball season, Jon Rothstein shares five bold predictions for the year. From NCAA Tournament bids to Big East foes and an SEC team with a higher ceiling than people realize. Let's predict! Boldly. (0:00) Intro (1:55) Big Ten and SEC (9:00) ACC (17:30) St. John's and UConn (24:30) Arkansas (31:30) San Franc…

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North Carolina Coach Hubert Davis REVEALS position size was a PRIORITY in building the roster 14:45

2M ago14:45

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Jon Rothstein sits down with North Carolina Tar Heels coach Hubert Davis to preview their 2025-2026 season.01:55 - Differences in year 5 and year 102:52 - Is it possible to program build in today’s era03:44 - The addition of Jim Tanner04:40 - Expectations after 1 exhibition game05:50 - How much was positional size a priority07:01 - Caleb Wilson08:3…

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Kentucky Rolls in Exhibition vs. Purdue + Fabulous Freshmen & UConn's Growing Injury Bug 45:07

2M ago45:07

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Jon Rothstein provides the latest around college basketball and reports from his recent travels to practice around the country. A notable exhibition result between Purdue and Kentucky, UConn's injury bug and fabulous freshman performances on this week's edition of Inside College Basketball Now. (0:00) Intro (1:45) Kentucky’s exhibition win over Pur…

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5 SEC Questions for 2025-26: Florida's Back-to-Back Bid, Kentucky's Depth & the Freshman to Watch 34:08

2M ago34:08

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Jon Rothstein poses five questions for the SEC ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season. How will the SEC backup it's record NCAA Tournament bids in 2025? Is Florida primed for a back-to-back? Jon answers those questions and much more on Inside College Basketball Now. (0:00) Intro + Let’s talk SEC (1:04) How many SEC bids in the 2026 NCAA Tou…

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Five Big Ten Questions For 2025-26: Final Four Or Bust For Purdue?, Donovan Dent's Impact & Sleeper 33:48

2M ago33:48

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Jon's conference previews turn to the Big Ten where Purdue is the favorite -- is it Final Four or bust for the Boilermakers? Jon highlights that and much more! 00:59 - Is it Final Four or Bust For Purdue?10:14 - Year of the Lead Guard in the Big Ten13:39 - Who is Purdue’s biggest challenger?21:15 - How much better will Donovan Dent be in UCLA?28:05…

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Texas Tech's Grant McCasland shares the KEYS to a Final Four after last year's Elite Eight run 33:39

2M ago33:39

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Texas Tech head coach Grant McCasland joins Jon Rothstein to talk about last year's Elite Eight run, what it's like coaching such a powerful offensive team and his preseason top-10 roster in Lubbock for 2025-26. (0:00) Intro + Grant McCasland Joins (0:30) Year 3 is here in Lubbock (1:03) How has he been so successful early at Texas Tech? (2:02) How…

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Florida's STACKED Frontcourt + Kansas' Low Expectations & St. John's is better defensively right now 33:21

2M ago33:21

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Jon Rothstein provides the latest around college basketball and reports from his recent travels to practice around the country. (0:00) Intro (2:15) Florida’s frontcourt strides (6:45) Kansas has its lowest external expectations under Bill Self (12:35) St. John’s defense is ahead of its offense right now (20:30) Questions from the chat! (25:50) Thre…

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Auburn's Steven Pearl details taking over for his father at Auburn & his first days as head coach 34:33

3M ago34:33

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Auburn first-year head coach Steven Pearl joins Jon Rothstein to discuss taking over the program, year one as the lead man, his roster and one of the most difficult nonconference schedules in the country. (0:00) Intro (0:30) Being introduced as Auburn’s head coach (1:00) Describing the days since becoming the lead man (3:00) How your schedule chang…

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(Nothing Is) Better Than Ezra 33:07

3M ago33:07

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Send us a text With the first exhibition game of the 2025-26 USC men's basketball season looming this coming Saturday, we chatted with forward Ezra Ausar about life, basketball and everything. The 6-8 senior transfer from Utah brings toughness, work ethic and a bit of "dog" to the Trojan program, while still remaining a free spirit. Get to know him…

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5 Big 12 Questions for 2025-26: Houston's Youth, Kansas & Darryn Peterson, BYU & AJ Dybantsa 33:38

3M ago33:38

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Jon Rothstein poses five questions for the Big 12 ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season. Can Houston continue it's Big 12 dominance? Is Kansas ready to return to its vintage form? Will BYU have the season everyone is expecting? Jon answers those questions and more for the Big 12. (0:00) Intro (0:45) Time to go conference-by-conference: let…

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5 Big Questions For The Big East -- Can UConn BOUNCE BACK; Can St. John's Live Up To the HYPE? 32:28

3M ago32:28

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It's the Big East's turn as Jon has five big questions for the Big East -- including whether or not UConn can bounce back to being a title contender and whether St. John's will withstand the pressure of their most anticipated season in over 25 years. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privac…

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Gonzaga's Mark Few breaks down a DEEP and EXPERIENCED roster for 2025-26 43:18

3M ago43:18

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Gonzaga head coach Mark Few joins Jon Rothstein to discuss the NCAA Tournament expansion, this year's roster in Spokane and getting back to another Final Four. Jon and Mark cover everything from Gonzaga's point guard position this season to the 1999 NCAA Tournament. (0:00) Intro + the annual Few family vacation & pizza (1:45) Balancing family & the…

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The BIGGEST Questions for St. John's & Duke + North Carolina & NC State Status Report 44:46

3M ago44:46

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Jon Rothstein provides the latest around college basketball and reports from his recent travels to practice around the country. (0:00) Intro + three weeks from college hoops! (2:41) St. John’s needs its two exhibition games (15:14) PG and SF are the biggest questions for Duke (18:50) Other Nuggets from the Triangle - UNC, NC State (27:30) Chat Ques…

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The TOP FIVE ACC Questions -- Will Duke be BETTER than last year?; Darrion Williams = ACCPOY? 32:55

3M ago32:55

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Our conference previews roll on as Jon has some questions for the Atlantic Coast Conference members. Specifically, can Duke repeat or improve on last year's performance? And who might be the sleeper in the conference be this year. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more …

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5 MASSIVE Non Power 5 Questions -- Does Gonzaga have STAYING POWER? Can Mountain West go multi-bid? 32:42

3M ago32:42

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Fans of teams in the non-power 5 conferences were probably wonder when Jon was going to preview their seasons. Wonder no more as Jon unveils his five MASSIVE non P5 questions including is Gonzaga STILL is a national power and if the Mountain West can send multiple teams to the dance again. 01:24 - How many non-power conference will be multi-bid lea…

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Purdue's Matt Painter calls this year his BEST CHANCE to win a National Championship 31:45

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