Podcasts about basketball season

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview a new Mountain West basketball season. Who are the top teams? Where does Boise State sit going into Saturday's opener - the program's last ever trip to Reno?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to preview a new Mountain West basketball season. Who are the top teams? Where does Boise State sit going into Saturday's opener - the program's last ever trip to Reno?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Biggest, Most Awful, Most Tragic Basketball Game in Human History Currently watching: Kuroko's Basketball Season 3, episodes 15 & 16 Send questions in to @youlovetohearit.bsky.social on the bsky dot app (or join the Discord here) Our Patreon Page

Stay informed on South Carolina Women's Basketball with Gamecocks Talk with Captain Will your premier source for the latest recruiting updates. As three-time NCAA National Champions, the team is preparing to defend their title season. Women's basketball is continuously evolving, with NCAA Women's Basketball and the WNBA receiving acclaim for their exciting gameplay. Under the leadership of Head Coach Dawn Staley, the team includes players such as Raven Johnson, Ta'Niya Latson, Tessa Johnson, Joyce Edwards, Madina Okot, with strong bench support from Maddy McDaniel, Maryam Dauda, and Adhel Tac. Newcomers Agot Makeer and Ayla McDowell are expected to enhance the team's performance this season. Tune in to Gamecocks Talk with Captain Will, broadcasting daily. For comprehensive coverage of South Carolina Women's Basketball, be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow every episode by subscribing to "Gamecocks Talk with Captain Will" on YouTube and clicking the "bell" icon to receive notifications.

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Scott and Brad recap the KSHSAA state championship games, discuss the woeful Chiefs and Jayhawks, and the start of high school basketball.

Chief and Kevin start off about the College Baskets and the business side of college sports. They went the money that coaches and programs make a year. They finish up with block chain technology and how works in the distribution of products. Larissa comes in about early winter. Then went into economics of SEC coaches […]

Chief and Kevin start off about the College Baskets and the business side of college sports. They went the money that coaches and programs make a year. They finish up with block chain technology and how works in the distribution of products. Larissa comes in about early winter. Then went into economics of SEC coaches […]

The Nebraska high school basketball is HERE! Mike Sautter and Jacob Padilla discuss the NEW players, contenders and TEAMS to watch for the upcoming preps season across the state in Class A and Class B. Will ANY team in Class A separate itself from the rest of the pack? Which players will be ones to watch ALL YEAR? What surprises are on the horizon for high school basketball? 0:00 INTRO1:02 New Players, New Faces, New Places in Nebraska High School Basketball *CLIP - COACHES MAKING A DIFFERENCE4:33 Predicting Preseason No. 1 Team in Class A5:20 Omaha Westside's Talented Starting Five*CLIP - WESTSIDE'S TALENT7:08 Lincoln North Star's New Talent & Maturity9:00 Millard North's Familiar Faces, Balanced Team11:20 Creighton Prep's Experience Aiming to Take Next Step*CLIP - CREIGHTON PREP CONSISTENCY13:55 Omaha Westview's Youth Movement After Standout Season15:06 Lincoln Southwest All-State Talent16:25 Papillion-La Vista's Darkhorse Potential*CLIP - PLV DARKHORSE18:22 Opening Weekend Notable Class A Matchups20:14 Papillion-La Vista South's Title-Repeat Chances21:30 Omaha Central's Depth Across Lineup23:50 Bellevue West Bringing Back Four Starters26:28 Most Balanced Field in Class A Basketball EVER?*CLIP - ANY GIVEN NIGHT ANYONE CAN WIN27:40 Other Notable Class A Schools, Players to Know29:05 Class A Girls Basketball Preview31:00 Norris Leads the Pack in Class B*CLIP - Norris is the Best Team33:15 Elkhorn North the Next Challenger in Class B33:58 Scottsbluff Basketball - Best in the West?34:38 Class B Boys Basketball Teams to Watch36:25 Favorites in Class B Girls Basketball37:03 CLOSE - Like & Subscribe to Nebraska Preps PostgameFollow Hurrdat Sports on social:Twitter: http://twitter.com/hurrdatsports Instagram: http://instagram.com/hurrdatsports Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/hurrdatsports Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HurrdatSportsHurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.comFollow Mike Sautter on social:Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/yh7h3tjf Twitter: http://twitter.com/mikesautter_Instagram: http://instagram.com/mikesautter Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/mikesautter Follow Hurrdat Sports on social:Twitter: http://twitter.com/hurrdatsports Instagram: http://instagram.com/hurrdatsports Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/hurrdatsports Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HurrdatSportsHurrdat Sports is a digital production platform dedicated to the new wave of sports media. From podcasting to video interviews along with live events and entertainment, we're here to change how you consume sports. Find us online at Hurrdatsports.com#NebPreps #HighSchoolBasketball #NebraskaBasketball #GirlsBasketball #BoysBasketball #Basketball #Omaha #Lincoln #Nebraska #NebraskaHighSchoolBasketball See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Remember middle school? Remember eating a round pizza and drinking a chocolate milk? I don't. I was busy dunking and poisoning my teammate's father Currently watching: Kuroko's Basketball Season 3, episodes 13 & 14 Send questions in to @youlovetohearit.bsky.social on the bsky dot app (or join the Discord here) Our Patreon Page

Bill Hillgrove joins the show to preview Pitt's game against Miami on Saturday, talk about what the keys are to the Panthers getting a win, just how good the Hurricanes are, where things stand with Pitt basketball, and more!

In this episode, my guest, Justin Gerald, is gearing up for high school basketball season. Coaching high school basketball offers a front-row seat to watching young people discover their potential on and off the court. There's an unmatched energy in a packed gym on game night, where every possession feels monumental and the community rallies behind their team. The real joy comes in building relationships through practices, challenges, and victories—knowing you're teaching not just basketball skills, but life lessons about teamwork, resilience, and character that will serve them long after their playing days end. Guest: Justin Gerald

George Halcovage joins Zach Jones to break down more on the Bulls hot start to the Basketball Season.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to go over expectations for the Broncos' nonconference game against Wichita State on Tuesday night in ExtraMile Arena. Boise State is 3-1 and looking to rebound with a more productive offensive performance atter scoring 62 points in a recent win over Montana State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Mallory to go over expectations for the Broncos' nonconference game against Wichita State on Tuesday night in ExtraMile Arena. Boise State is 3-1 and looking to rebound with a more productive offensive performance atter scoring 62 points in a recent win over Montana State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The evil has been defeated! By the way this guy is actually two guys. Go figure out what that means yourself. I have a very important flashback to enter Currently watching: Kuroko's Basketball Season 3, episodes 11 & 12 Send questions in to @youlovetohearit.bsky.social on the bsky dot app (or join the Discord here) Our Patreon Page

Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner was joined by Rick Broering to discuss a variety of topics.Those topics include:College basketball breakdown featuring Kentucky vs Louisville, Cincinnati vs Dayton, Xavier's struggles, NKU's Tennessee road swingJoe Burrow is back to practice for the BengalsCollege football roundup featuring Kentucky and Ohio StateFootball pick 'emPicking the Reds 2026 Hall of Fame class#AskSkinnyAnythingHit up Richard Skinner on Twitter/X at @Local12Skinny and Rick Broering at @RickBroeringSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Football, Football, Football & Sometimes Other Sports Show, AJ Nicoletti opens up the show with The Kickoff & looks foward to the measure stick games this Sunday in the NFL. Next AJ previews NFL Week 11 with game-by-game breakdowns. Then AJ looks ahead to Top 25 matchups in College Football's Week 12. Next AJ previews the College Basketball Season with conference by conference break downs. Finally, AJ gives his Survivor Pool Locks & Pick 6 for NFL Week 11. Twitch Streams – twitch.tv/ajnic3 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNlf78oZxZ1RYHFeRln80ag

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ESPN's Tom Crean joins the show to discuss the top teams in College Hoops this season. Plus, Tom tells Brad & Sam who he thinks is the best freshman in the country.

After three games it's time to fully review the opening of the season for the Missouri Tigers. Season 9 of Dive Cuts returns with Sam Snelling and Matthew Harris to talk all things MIzzou Basketball. ---- Be sure to subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rock M+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get all the insider information on Mizzou athletics as well as special access to Rock M+ podcasts. You can follow the members of Today's show here: ⁠⁠@SamTSnelling⁠⁠ @MattJHarris85 & @theblakelovell Have a question for one of our podcasts? Leave a 5 star review with your question and that show just might answer it in an upcoming episode! Do you like Rock M Radio? Drop us a review and be sure to subscribe to Rock M Radio on your preferred podcasting platform. And be sure to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RockMPlus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RockMRadio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Twitter, as well as on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Presented by the Starkville CVB, L'uva Wine Room, and EyeCare Professionals - The Bulldogs start slow, but pull away late against UNA.

Jordan and Mason are back to talk about the Terps basketball season tipping off, the men's soccer team being ranked No. 1, and of course, the upcoming do or die game at Rutgers in football.

Today, we take a look at the outlook for the upcoming Men's Basketball season, the focus of the newly released Spring 2026 courses, and  Women's Soccer's back-to-back Ivy League Championship win.

Idrees, Odeh, and Adam hit on a plethora of topics, including the crazy Blue Jays-Dodgers World Series, the many NFL trades from deadline day, Chicago Sports doing great with the Bears Bulls Blackhawks and Cubs, and make college basketball championship picks.

This week the Maryland basketball legend Walt "The Wizard" Williams joins the show to help us preview the men's basketball season. Williams gives us his record prediction for the year and tells us why he made a guest appearance in a Hootie & the Blowfish music video. As always we talk this week in Maryland Athletics.

scott and chauncey talk about the start to both the men's and women's basketball seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Northwestern Men's Basketball season tipped off this week with a huge win over Mercyhurst. With so many new faces on the squad, we take a look at the who's who on the team. Also, with Friday's trip to LA looming, what will the football team do to slow down the high octane offense of USC.

Madman breaks down the UCLA Bruins' performance against Eastern Washington and what to expect moving forward as the dynamic duo of Madman and Thriller go all-in on basketball this season, along with the football coverage. Make sure to like and subscribe to the UCLA LAFB YouTube Channel! Use promo code UCLALAFB on Sleeper and get 100% match up to $100! https://Sleeper.com/promo/UCLALAFB. Terms and conditions apply. #Sleeper Become an LAFB Lifer and get special perks by joining our Exclusive UCLA Bruins Community: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/subscribe/ Become a YouTube member here: https://www.youtube.com/@UCLALAFB/membership Check out our FREE UCLA Message Board here: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/forum/forum/ucla-bruins/ Listen to our UCLA Football Bruins Podcast: https://www.lafbnetwork.com/ncaaf/ucla-bruins/ucla-bruins-podcast/ Check out our UCLA Bruins Merch: https://lafbnetwork.myshopify.com/ Go to www.LAFBNetwork.com for FREE full access to all of our podcasts and join the community! Social Media: @UCLA_LAFB | @LAFBNetwork | @WillLAFBNetwork | @LAFBJamz Tim Skipper is the interim head coach of the UCLA Bruins Football team after taking over for DeShaun Foster. After transferring from Tennessee, QB Nico Iamaleava has rebounded and has the Bruins playing good football! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

scott and chauncey talk about the start to both the men's and women's basketball seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the season on the brink, the Sun Devils answered the bell. After a look at the news, we recap the impressive road win over Iowa State, the historic performance by Jeff Sims, and what it can mean for the remainder of the season. Then we look ahead to Sun Devil hoops and preview the season ahead with DevilsDigest.com publisher Hod Rabino (26:08)

Legendary former SDSU men's basketball coach Steve Fisher joined Ben & Woods on Tuesday morning! Listen here as Coach Fisher calls in for his annual tradition of joining the show the morning of the team's first game of the season, the job Brian Dutcher has done since taking over 8 years ago, and MUCH more!

Washington Huskies basketball analyst Jason Hamilton joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about UW’s season under Danny Sprinkle starting tonight, the roster with many new players, leaders on the team, guard play, Franck Kepnang, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navy women's basketball is the preseason favorite to capture the Patriot League championship. We talk to head coach Tim Taylor about how far the program has come under his direction. We also interview standout guard Zanai Barnett-Gay, the preseason Player of the Year in the Patriot League. Also, Mike James of the Navy Football Radio Network joins to review the North Texas game and preview the Notre Dame matchup. 

Welp- Time to Spoil Vandy's season (why not a swamp victory huh)

Big Orange Podcast : Tennesseee IMPLODED vs Oklahoma, what does it mean for Josh Heupel? + Vol basketball season preview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neil W. Blackmon (Saturday Down South) previews the 2025-26 Florida Gators basketball season. How will the reigning national champions fair as they go from hunters to the hunted?What to make of a new look backcourt led by Boogie Fland and Xaivian Lee? With arguably the best frontcourt in America returning, what's the floor for Florida? What role with the two top 50 freshman play?This and much more-- along with a preview of Florida's opening night tilt vs. Arizona-- in this episode.For more content, including exclusive interviews, film studies, and listener-driven episodes covering Florida hoops like no one else-- SUBSCRIBE to Florida Basketball Hour's patreon at patreon.com/floridabbhour.

The Zips gameday crew preview the Zips Men's basketball season and look ahead to today's matchup against James Madison in the first installment of the MAC Sunbelt Challenge.  

I don't want to watch basketball anymore. I want to read the names of Bonnano crime family members. Currently watching: Kuroko's Basketball Season 3, episodes 9-10 Send questions in to @youlovetohearit.bsky.social on the bsky dot app (or join the Discord here) Our Patreon Page

Familiar friend Derek Piper joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview the 2025-26 Illinois basketball season. Piper discusses offseason storylines he's buying and selling, what excites him and concerns him about the roster, and his thoughts on the defense, biggest game of the season and his expectations. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: ⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3oMt0NP⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8⁠⁠⁠  Other: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct⁠⁠⁠   Go VIP for just 30% OFF: ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj⁠⁠⁠   **SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS** Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off TUSHY with the code ILLINI at ⁠⁠⁠https://hellotushy.com/⁠⁠⁠ILLINI Get 15% OFF your first order at Gameday Spirit by using "Illini15" at checkout at ⁠⁠⁠gamedayspirit.com⁠⁠⁠. 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/adchoices

The Ben McCollum era is upon us. Straight out of Iowa City, Iowa-- McCollum will begin his first-year as the Hawkeye head coach. It's almost an entirely new roster, style of play and there's a ton of talent in the Big Ten. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt, Eliot Clough and Sean Bock get together to discuss all things about this team. They go into why people should be optimistic and reasons for concerns. The trio also take a dive into some x-factors for this team and what people should expect from this group. 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/adchoices

Paul Fritschner and Rick Broering preview Xavier's upcoming season and make predictions for every game on the Musketeers' schedule.

We preview the 2025-26 Navy men's basketball season by talking to head coach Jon Perry and senior point guard Austin Benigni. Navy opens the season Monday at Presbyterian then hosts Yale in the Veterans Classic on Friday night. Mike James, publisher of The Mid Report and color commentator for the Navy Football Radio Network, joins to review the Florida Atlantic game and preview the North Texas contest.

(00:00-25:38) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing last night’s marathon of a World Series game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays. Jake makes a comparison to what we witnessed last night to the Colts, Hoosiers, and Pacers. Plus, they discuss the Pacers adding Mac McClung officially. (25:38-37:06) – Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle joined the Fan Morning Show this morning and discussed adding Mac McClung, if he’s ever dealt with a shortage of healthy players like this before, and the center position. Jake plays what he said this morning and weighs in with his own thoughts. (37:06-47:59) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing Brian Kelly being out at LSU as the Tigers head coach. They highlight some of the stories that have been coming out since the firing about Kelly. (47:59-1:09:09) – With IU football’s success the last two seasons, Jake and Eddie discuss the future success of the program once they James Madison players graduate after the season. They bring up Curt Cignetti’s approach to finding players that fit his system, the recruits that he . (1:09:09-1:23:19) – Scott Agness from Fieldhouse Files joins the show to discuss the Indiana Pacers signing Mac McClung to fill an area of need, explain why James Wiseman was the odd man out in order to open a spot for McClung, evaluates how some players have performed through three games, and shares how close the Pacers are to being able to sign a player to a hardship contract. (1:23:19-1:30:26) – The second hour of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing what Peyton Manning said on Sunday NFL Countdown about the Indianapolis Colts. (1:30:26-1:56:42) –Four-time NTT IndyCar Series Champion & 2025 Indianapolis 500 winner, Alex Palou, joins Query & Company to discuss his experience at the IU game on Saturday against UCLA. Jake shares something that he heard Palou state during the game, asks Alex if he is officially a "Hoosier" now, and comments on the ongoing lawsuit between him and McLaren. ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder joins Jake Query to weigh how likely it is that Chris Ballard makes a trade ahead of next week’s deadline. Stephen accesses if Chris Ballard will feel less inclined to make a move with how dominant the offense has been, comments on who “somebody” is in the NFL to validate the Colts being a legit playoff contender, and calls the Colts the most complete team in the NFL. (1:56:42-2:07:41) – Brian Neubert from GoldAndBlack.com joins the show to recap last week’s exhibition loss to the Kentucky Wildcats for the Purdue Boilermakers. Brian explains why fans shouldn’t be worried about going into the start of the season, accesses what he has seen from Daniel Jacobsen so far in practice and explains how Purdue’s offensive numbers could be the best they have ever been underneath Matt Painter. (2:07:41-2:10:58) – Today’s show closes out with Jake and Eddie discussing game four of the World Series tonight after last night’s 18-inning game.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://teachhoops.com/ In a recent episode of "Coach Unplugged," hosts Coach Collins and Coach Steger discuss the challenges high school athletes and coaches face when transitioning from fall sports like football or soccer to the basketball season. They emphasize the importance of understanding both the physical and mental adjustments required during this period. Building Personal Connections Coach Collins highlights the significance of knowing each player's name to foster stronger relationships and enhance communication. Using a player's name captures their attention and makes them feel valued, which is crucial for team cohesion. Balancing Expectations and Well-being The coaches stress that athletes should not be overwhelmed immediately after their fall sports season. Coach Collins avoids holding evening open gyms in September to prevent adding stress to players already committed to other sports. Instead, he offers morning sessions for those interested, respecting their time and need for rest. Understanding Physical Differences Between Sports Transitioning athletes need time to adjust to basketball's continuous pace, which differs from the stop-and-go nature of sports like football. Coaches should implement gradual conditioning programs to prevent injuries and fatigue, recognizing that immediate peak performance is unrealistic. Mental Health and Avoiding Burnout The mental shift between seasons is as crucial as the physical one. Overloading athletes can lead to burnout. Providing mental breaks and low-pressure activities like shooting practice helps athletes enjoy the game without feeling overwhelmed. Collaborating with Other Coaches Maintaining positive relationships with other sports coaches is vital. Open communication ensures athletes are not caught between conflicting commitments and that their best interests are prioritized. Providing Flexible Opportunities Offering optional activities allows athletes to engage with basketball without feeling obligated. This flexibility maintains their enthusiasm and prevents them from being overwhelmed by additional commitments. Supporting Non-Fall Sport Athletes Coaches can encourage athletes not participating in fall sports to focus on conditioning and skill development but should avoid excessive pressure. A balanced approach prepares them physically without risking burnout. Emphasizing Skill Development Focusing on shooting and fundamental skills during the transition period helps athletes acclimate to basketball. It provides a low-impact way to improve performance and serves as a mental break. Avoiding Early Season Burnout Starting the season too intensely can cause athletes to peak early and lose momentum. Coaches should pace the season appropriately, gradually increasing intensity to keep athletes fresh and engaged. Conclusion: Start Slow to Finish Strong The key message is to "start slow to finish strong." By pacing the transition and focusing on athletes' physical and mental health, coaches can set their teams up for a successful season. This approach leads to sustained performance and a more enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a busy weekend for the Tar Heels as Carolina Basketball plays the first of its two exhibitions Friday night at 9:00 against BYU in Sale Lake City. We preview the match-up with Cougars and the upcoming season for the Heels (4:40)Carolina Football returns to Kenan Stadium to host Virginia in the 130th meeting of the "Oldest Rivalry in the South"...we preview the game against the Cavaliers (29:31)Tar Heel defensive end Tyler Thompson joins (49:47)Plus: Collective Soul's greatest hits (44:35), 5SecondChallenge (1:06:02), Moment of the Week (1:16:06), Adam gets a listener submitted HCYJT (1:17:40) and the most dangerous live animal mascot (1:24:17)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

JP and BMitch react to some of the NBA action from last night.

Illinois basketball kicks things off with an exhibition game against Illinois State. Mike Carpenter reacts during the second half as an injury-depleted Illini show off some new toys (David Mirkovic, Big Z, Keaton Wagler, Brandon Lee) and play at the State Farm Center for the first time in the 2025-26 season.