Best Brian Tonsoni Podcasts (2025)

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[1090] IU-Marquette Postgame Show 1:22:57

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2d ago1:22:57

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Indiana proved it can hang with legitimate competition as the Hoosiers knocked off Marquette 100-77 in Chicago, methodically building a lead behind Tucker DeVries' unconscious first-half shooting (24 points on 8-12, 5-7 from three) before Lamar Wilkerson took over in the second half to fend off every Marquette run. Despite significant foul trouble …

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[1089] IU-Alabama A&M Postgame Show 1:13:16

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Indiana basketball's new era is off to a flying start as the Hoosiers obliterated Alabama A&M 98-51 in Darian DeVries' official debut, showcasing exactly the brand of basketball that's been missing from Assembly Hall for far too long. The Hoosiers hung 58 points on the overmatched Bulldogs in the first half, shot over 40% from three (10-24), went a…

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[1088] IU-Baylor Exhibition Postgame Show 1:07:36

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Indiana proved we can compete with high-level opponents in their second exhibition, grinding out a thrilling 76-74 victory over 17th-ranked Baylor in a game that felt nothing like an exhibition. Tayton Conerway's clutch drive with 12 seconds left provided the game-winner as the Hoosiers overcame a 31-18 first-half deficit to show the mental toughne…

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[1087] IU-Marian Exhibition Postgame Show 1:16:46

25d ago1:16:46

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Indiana basketball unveiled a dramatically different brand of hoops in Darian DeVries' debut, demolishing Marian 107-46 with relentless three-point shooting and defensive intensity. The Hoosiers launched 30 three-pointers, scored almost exclusively in the paint or from beyond the arc, and played with the kind of pace and ball movement that's been a…

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[1086] Darian DeVries Preps for Exhibition #1 ... Curt Cignetti Inks Massive New Deal 1:03:02

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What a day to be a Hoosier. Before we even got to talk basketball, Curt Cignetti made it official—signing an eight-year, $11.6 million per year extension that makes him the third-highest paid coach in college football. Brian and Ryan open with their reactions to the news that keeps Indiana's football renaissance alive, joined by Galen Clavio callin…

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[1085] Schedule Talk, New Commit, and Reflections on a Memorial Stadium Beatdown 1:18:40

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IU football's dominant win over Illinois provided the perfect backdrop for discussing both the Hoosiers' incredible transformation under Curt Cignetti and the anticipation building around Darian DeVries' basketball program. Coach Tonsoni was on the scene at Memorial Stadium to witness the atmosphere firsthand, and broke down everything from the def…

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[1084] AC Unscripted: Hoops on Kirkwood ... and more! 1:26:21

2M ago1:26:21

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Indiana athletics finds itself in a rare golden moment, prompting an unscripted celebration of everything going right in Bloomington. This edition of The Assembly Call brings together Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, and Jerod Morris for a freewheeling conversation about the positive momentum across multiple sports and some exciting new developments i…

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[1083] What Have We Learned About IU Basketball Under Darian DeVries? 1:31:49

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Indiana basketball fans get a chance to reflect on the Hoosiers' successful three-game sweep in Puerto Rico while also building excitement for what promises to be a historic football season. This edition of Assembly Call Radio brings together Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, Andy Bottoms, and Jerod Morris to discuss the early signs from the DeVries er…

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[1082] First Little Glimpse of the DeVries Era 1:07:19

3M ago1:07:19

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Indiana basketball fans got their first real look at the new era under Darren DeVries as the Hoosiers dominated their opening exhibition game in Puerto Rico 98-47. This edition of The Assembly Call brings together Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, Galen Clavio, and Bob Moats to break down a game none of them actually watched - relying instead on social…

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[1081] Prince Alexander-Moody Scouting Report and Non-Con Schedule 1:37:03

4M ago1:37:03

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Indiana basketball fans got a couple pieces of legit offseason news with the release of the non-conference schedule and the program's first recruiting commitment under Darren DeVries. This edition of Assembly Call Radio, with hosts Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, and Andy Bottoms, breaks down what these developments mean for the new era of Hoosier ba…

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[1080] The Bison is Back! (Plus: Puerto Rico, Huber's, and ... a Speeding Ticket?) 1:30:31

6M ago1:30:31

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What a wild ride this episode was! Coach, Ryan, and Jerod were joined by the man of the hour, Galen Clavio, for a celebration that took some unexpected turns. From technical difficulties to traffic stops, this episode has it all. Key Topics Covered: [2:24] Banner Moment: The Bison is Back! - The big news everyone's been waiting for as Indiana offic…

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[1079] Offseason Update as Roster Nears Completion 1:29:12

6M ago1:29:12

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This edition of The Assembly Call dives into Indiana's complete roster overhaul and what fans might expect heading into the 2025-26 season. After inconsistent results under previous regimes, Indiana basketball is embracing a paradigm shift toward a more modern, movement-oriented system. The conversation highlights DeVries' business-like approach to…

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[1078] Emergency Pod: Lamar Wilkerson Commits to IU 1:04:25

7M ago1:04:25

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It's an episode of The Assembly Call ... without anyone from The Assembly Call! But when an emergency pod was called for, and no AC members were available, the other members of the Back Home Network came together to fill in. So join Galen Clavio from Crimson Cast and Bob & Mike from Xs and Joes as they discuss the exciting Lamar Wilkerson commitmen…

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[1077] Offseason Update, Newcomer Scouting Reports, and Tourney Talk 1:48:19

7M ago1:48:19

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Indiana basketball is in a transition phase as coach Darren DeVries begins building his staff and roster, with the hosts urging fans to remain patient during the transfer portal process. In this episode, Coach Tonsoni, Ryan Phillips, and Jerod Morris discuss the early additions of Connor Enright (DePaul) and Reed Bailey (Davidson), examine Tony Adr…

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[1076] A Look Ahead to the DeVries Era (Plus: A Look Back and Tourney Talk) 2:14:40

8M ago2:14:40

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This episode of The Assembly Call dives deep into IU's new basketball coach, Darian DeVries, analyzing his coaching philosophy and what fans can expect from this fresh start. We discuss the current roster changes with players entering the transfer portal and DeVries' approach to building his team. Throughout the conversation, we examine his coachin…

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Emergency Pod: Darian DeVries is Indiana's New Coach 42:07

8M ago42:07

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Indiana basketball ushers in a new era as Darian DeVries takes the helm, bringing proven program-building success and a modern basketball philosophy to Bloomington. The 49-year-old coach comes from West Virginia after orchestrating an impressive single-season turnaround and establishing a winning tradition during his six years at Drake. In this eme…

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IU-Oregon BTT Postgame Show 1:30:28

8M ago1:30:28

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Indiana's Big Ten Tournament hopes ended abruptly with a 72-59 loss to Oregon in a rematch that featured all-too-familiar offensive struggles for the Hoosiers. Despite a promising start, IU couldn't sustain their early momentum, making selection Sunday a more nerve-wracking experience than it should have been. Among the topics discussed: A disastro…

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IU-Ohio State Postgame Show 1:08:38

8M ago1:08:38

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Indiana beats Ohio State to secure crucial win on Senior Night and keeps NCAA Tournament hopes alive with a 66-60 victory. The Hoosiers overcame a 10-point second-half deficit behind clutch three-point shooting from Trey Galloway and the relentless defensive energy of Anthony Leal to finish the regular season at .500 in Big Ten play. Among the topi…

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Bracket U: The tough decisons 33:21

8M ago33:21

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Brian Tonsoni and Josh Reynolds discuss the most difficult decisions ahead in bracketology

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IU-Oregon Postgame Show 1:20:01

8M ago1:20:01

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Indiana surrendered a late lead at Oregon, falling 73-64 after being outscored 10-0 in the final 1:30 when execution once again faltered at the worst possible time. The Hoosiers competed well on the road against a surging Ducks team but couldn't overcome a massive free throw disparity (19-21 for Oregon vs 3-7 for IU) and 23 Oregon second-chance poi…

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IU-Washington Postgame Show 1:15:17

8M ago1:15:17

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Indiana kept its late-season momentum rolling with a commanding 78-62 road victory over Washington, marking the Hoosiers' fourth win in their last five games and pushing their record to 18-11 (9-9 in Big Ten play). IU controlled the game almost from the opening tip, building a double-digit first-half lead and responding decisively whenever Washingt…

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Bracket U: The season is quickly wrapping up 43:25

9M ago43:25

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Brian Tonsoni, Josh Reynolds and Kaleb Hosier go through seeds 1-11 tonight sharing some thoughts on where teams fall

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IU-Penn State Postgame Show 1:03:22

9M ago1:03:22

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Indiana continued its late-season resurgence with an 83-78 victory over Penn State, marking their third win in four games and improving to 17-11 (8-9 in Big Ten play). Despite playing without Malik Reneau (out with the flu), the Hoosiers delivered an offensive masterclass with 24 assists on 29 made field goals and shot a blistering 10-for-15 from b…

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Bracket U: The Marquette Fan Experiene 49:45

9M ago49:45

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Alan Bykowski joins us to discuss Marquette Basketball

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IU-Purdue Postgame Show 1:03:17

9M ago1:03:17

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In a raucous Assembly Hall, Indiana delivered a stunning performance to defeat rival Purdue 73-58, highlighted by a dominant second-half surge that saw the Hoosiers outscore the Boilermakers 48-21 after intermission. Despite trailing by 12 at halftime, IU unleashed a devastating 28-3 run early in the second period behind suffocating defense and eff…

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Bracket U: The resumes are solidifying 30:55

9M ago30:55

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Brian Tonsoni and Josh Reynolds discuss how the brackets may have changed since the NCAA reveal last Saturday

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IU-UCLA Postgame Show 1:02:41

9M ago1:02:41

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Indiana's inconsistent season continued with a hard-fought but ultimately disappointing 72-68 home loss to UCLA. Despite a spirited second-half comeback attempt led by Luke Goode's hot shooting, the Hoosiers couldn't quite overcome their early struggles against UCLA's stifling defense. The loss dropped Indiana to 15-11 (6-9 Big Ten) and marked thei…

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Bracket U: The Reveal 43:30

9M ago43:30

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Brian Tonsoni and Steve Painter discuss the upcoming NCAA top 16 reveal on Saturday. What lessons are we looking to learn and what we believe might happen

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IU-Michigan State Postgame Show 1:40:57

9M ago1:40:57

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Indiana delivered a stunning upset in East Lansing, defeating Michigan State 71-67 to delay Tom Izzo's bid to break Bob Knight's all-time Big Ten wins record. The Hoosiers showed impressive resilience and toughness, particularly in the second half behind Malik Reneau's 16 points after intermission. The win ended a difficult stretch for the program …

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Bracket U: The Metrics 35:22

9M ago35:22

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Brian Tonsoni and Steve Painter discuss the use of metrics in selecting teams for the NCAA tournament

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IU-Wisconsin Postgame Show 1:01:47

9M ago1:01:47

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Indiana's troubling downward spiral hit a new low as the Hoosiers were blitzed early, falling behind 26-4 in the opening minutes en route to a 76-64 loss at Wisconsin. The final 12-point margin masked what was effectively a 20-point defeat, as Indiana only made it close with late points against Wisconsin's reserves. While freshman Bryson Tucker pro…

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IU-Purdue Postgame Show 1:51:10

9M ago1:51:10

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Indiana put together one of its better performances of the season but ultimately came up short in an 81-76 loss at #10 Purdue. The Hoosiers led by as many as seven points in the first half and showed tremendous resilience in the second half, responding to a Purdue run with a 12-0 spurt of their own to retake the lead. However, the Boilermakers made…

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Bracket U: Seed line decisions 37:10

10M ago37:10

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Briant Tonsoni and Steve Painter discuss the cut line decisions between each seed lines. We also share thoughts on the Mountain West and Missouri Valley in this episode

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IU-Maryland Postgame Show 1:20:49

10M ago1:20:49

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Indiana let a late lead slip away in the final minute as Maryland escaped Assembly Hall with a 79-78 victory, dealing a crushing blow to IU's NCAA tournament hopes. The Hoosiers built a four-point lead in the closing minutes behind huge plays from Anthony Leal and Myles Rice, but defensive breakdowns and poor late-game execution proved costly. Afte…

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Bracket U: The Bubble 34:43

10M ago34:43

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Brian Tonsoni and Steve Painter discuss the top seed line, the 16 teams on our bubble and a few other bracket items in this episode

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IU-Northwestern Postgame Show 1:17:02

10M ago1:17:02

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Indiana continued its frustrating pattern of inconsistency on Tuesday night, falling 79-70 at Northwestern for their fifth straight loss to the Wildcats. After building a six-point halftime lead with an 18-2 run to close the first half, IU's defense completely fell apart after intermission as Northwestern scored 54 second-half points on a blisterin…

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IU-Ohio State Postgame Show 1:22:03

10M ago1:22:03

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Bracket U: Jan 16th seed discusion 40:50

10M ago40:50

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Brian Tonsoni and Steve Painter discuss key decisions in this weeks seed list and Bracket

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IU-Illinois Postgame Show 1:53:44

10M ago1:53:44

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Illinois thoroughly dominated Indiana in a 94-69 rout at Assembly Hall that represented one of the program's most discouraging performances in recent memory. The Hoosiers fell behind by 30 in the first half and never mounted a serious challenge, dropping their second straight game by 25+ points. Defense and effort were major issues from the opening…

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IU-Iowa Postgame Show 1:13:20

10M ago1:13:20

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Indiana suffered another embarrassing road defeat, falling apart in the second half as Iowa handed the Hoosiers their second blowout loss in Big Ten play. After briefly showing signs of life with a first-half run to take a 28-25 lead, Indiana surrendered an 18-5 run to close the half and then was outscored 14-5 to open the second period. From there…

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Bracket U: The Brackets are taking shape 49:43

10M ago49:43

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Coach Tonsoni and Grant Shouse discuss the state of college basketball and early bracket seeing on this first episode of Bracket U in 2025

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IU-USC Postgame Show 1:04:45

10M ago1:04:45

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Indiana continued its strong play of late, using a dominant second half and balanced scoring attack to secure its fourth Big Ten win and fifth straight victory overall. After a sluggish start, the Hoosiers found their rhythm behind outstanding performances from Myles Rice (19 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists) and another efficient outing from Oumar Ba…

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IU-Penn State Postgame Show 1:10:54

10M ago1:10:54

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Indiana secured its first Quad 1 win of the season, using an impressive 12-0 run to start the second half and strong performances from Oumar Ballo (25 points, 13 rebounds) and Mackenzie Mgbako to earn a crucial Big Ten road victory. Playing without injured forward Malik Reneau, the Hoosiers showed improved offensive spacing and flow for the second …

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IU-Rutgers Postgame Show 1:21:12

10M ago1:21:12

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Indiana showed improved offensive balance and competitive spirit in defeating Rutgers at Assembly Hall, overcoming the early loss of Malik Reneau to secure an important conference win. Despite an incredible 39-point performance from Rutgers freshman Ace Bailey, the Hoosiers maintained control throughout most of the second half and found enough offe…

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IU-Winthrop Postgame Show 49:13

11M ago49:13

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Despite leading throughout, Indiana struggled to put away Winthrop in their final non-conference game, showing many of the same concerning trends that have plagued them recently. Playing without Oumar Ballo (lower leg injury?), the Hoosiers allowed an 8-0 Winthrop run late that cut the lead to one before ultimately securing a nine-point win that fe…

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IU-Chattanooga Postgame Show 1:12:55

11M ago1:12:55

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Indiana struggled but ultimately prevailed over Chattanooga 74-65, showing many of the same inconsistencies that have plagued them throughout the early season. The Hoosiers allowed Chattanooga to lead for nearly 13 minutes of the first half before making defensive adjustments, then endured a concerning 7-minute scoring drought in the second half th…

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IU-Nebraska Postgame Show 1:10:19

11M ago1:10:19

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Indiana's concerning trend of lopsided losses continued in Lincoln, as the Hoosiers fell to Nebraska 85-68 in a game that spotlighted many of this team's persistent issues, particularly on the defensive end. The Hoosiers showed flashes of improved play and modern offensive principles in stretches, including battling back from early deficits in each…

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The VCU Fan Experience 36:17

11M ago36:17

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In this episode we talk with Terry Scanlon a graduate of VCU about his fandom of the Rams.

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IU-Minnesota Postgame Show 1:06:39

11M ago1:06:39

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Indiana opened Big Ten play with an impressive 82-67 victory over Minnesota, highlighted by strong bench contributions from Kanaan Carlyle (14 points) and Bryson Tucker (16 points) that keyed a decisive 16-1 first-half run. This was one of IU's most complete performances of the season as the Hoosiers controlled the tempo throughout, overcoming some…

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IU-Miami (Ohio) Postgame Show 1:11:29

11M ago1:11:29

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Indiana's 76-57 victory over Miami (OH) displayed both the team's immense potential when locked in and lingering concerns about consistency. The Hoosiers built an early lead, let Miami back in, then pulled away late behind strong performances from their frontcourt. Omar Ballo's dominant 18-rebound, 6-assist effort and Malik Reneau's efficient 19-po…