Podcasts about big east

Send us a textUConn's Alex Karaban joins the podcast to break down the Huskies' non-conference run and what's ahead as Big East play approaches.Karaban talks about returning to Kansas for a second time, staying composed when things weren't going perfectly, and watching Braylon have a breakout performance. He reflects on revenge wins, quick turnarounds, and getting back to Madison Square Garden.The conversation also covers Tarris Reed's return, closing games with timely threes, and earning praise from opposing coaches like Sean Miller. Alex shares his mindset heading into Big East play, areas he wants to improve, and how the team is preparing for Butler and DePaul.And finally, stay tuned for some fun off-the-court moments as we talk Christmas wishes, best gifts he's ever received, locker room gift-giving, and who's easiest (and hardest) to shop for on the roster.

Send us a textJoin us for a deep dive into UConn Men's Basketball and all the Big East storylines with John Fanta, one of the top voices covering the conference. We break down UConn's season so far, the surprises around the league, which teams are emerging as contenders, and what to watch as conference play heats up.

Rick is joined by Paul Fritschner to discuss Tre Carroll's performance in the Crosstown Shootout, Xavier's turnaround to this point, and how the Musketeers measure up in the Big East this year.

UConn legend Corny Thompson joins the show to talk about his basketball path and playing days at the beginning of the Big East.

PC Big Man great Randall Hanke stops by to discuss why URI is still little brother in Rhode Island College Basketball, how PC is improving offensively and defensively and what the Friars need to do to kick-off Big East play in the win column

Russ Wilk returns to discuss the current Big East State of the Union. Kim English has me on the ledge - will Russ talk me down or convince me to jump? Also - stick around till the end to hear Russ break down the meaning of WAB rankings. Awesome episode - listen here now!

On today's podcast, Charlie talks about the Green Bay Packers-Chicago Bears rivalry, recapping the game with Golden Kegs, Marquette's awful loss to Wisconsin, why the Milwaukee Bucks need to start winning games and a few thoughts on the CFB Playoffs. The podcast begins with Charlie explaining why the Packers-Bears rivalry feels as real as it has ever been in his lifetime (2:00). From there, Charlie breaks down the game with box golden kegs discussing who played the best and who played the worst (15:00). Charlie talks about how Marquette got dominated on Saturday by Wisconsin and why it's the same old story plus a saving grace with a bad Big East (28:00). Charlie explains why this is a massive week for the Milwaukee Bucks (39:00) plus some thoughts on the CFB Playoff (45:00).

In this episode, the hosts dive into the current state of college basketball, reflecting on the recent Feast Week and the performances of various teams. They discuss the SEC-ACC Challenge, spotlight emerging teams and players, and analyze the current situations of North Carolina and Kentucky. The conversation also touches on concerns regarding Texas Tech and St. John's, and concludes with a vibes check on Kansas and the Big East outlook. In this engaging conversation, Riesberg and Spencer delve into the complexities of college basketball, discussing the realities of recruiting, the emergence of new talents, and the challenges faced by teams like Iowa and Kansas State. They also explore upcoming matchups, make predictions, and engage in a friendly betting competition, highlighting the excitement and unpredictability of the NCAA season.

Maggie Vanoni (CTInsider.com) on the upcoming USC, Marquette, Iowa stretch and can anyone challenge UConn in the Big East ??

Brian Mahoney joins the show to talk about his days at St. John's as an assistant and head coach competing in the Big East.

TOP: Somerville native Malachi Arrington on playing for Grant Billmeier, taking calculus and NJIT's improvement 12:30: On Seton Hall's Maui showing, winning their fans back, and Big East expansion 24:30: On Rutgers' Vegas showing, roster budget and player development 30:30: Princeton vs. Monmouth

Parrish and Norlander take a look at the power conference landscape through roughly the first month of the season. Is the Big Ten at the top? Where do the SEC and Big 12 fall and how far behind are the ACC and Big East? Then, UConn handles Illinois and the Huskies are scary at full strength. Plus, the SEC/ACC Challenge and a UConn vs. Kansas game headline the early week schedule. (0:00) Intro + GP's new podcasting setup (3:00) Is the Big Ten the country's best conference? A Big Ten vs. Big 12 discussion (35:40) Full strength UConn 74, Illinois 61 at Madison Square Garden (42:00) Other notable weekend results (44:30) Looking ahead to early week games: ACC/SEC Challenge, Big Ten Play & UConn at Kansas (54:25) Lane Kiffin…  Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Boone @DavidWCobb @TheJMULL_ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, “Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast,” or “Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast.” Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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

Former PC Athletic Director Bob Driscoll joins the show to talk about his days at Providence College and his days in the Big East Conference.

Bob & Geno on Big East venues and the two game road trip

Matt and Tyler recap the major games of the prior week and preview the MTEs for St. Bonaventure, VCU, SLU and Dayton.Then, Luke from the Belk Report joins to look back at Davidson's Charleston Classic performance and figure out how the Wildcats will manage their rotation.Follow us on Twitter! @3BidLeaguePodEmail: 3bidleague@gmail.comFollow Luke: @BelkReport @LLB_Podcast

BT and Sal dive into the state of St. John's basketball following a tough loss to Iowa State in the stacked Vegas tournament. Tierney expresses his frustration, stating the team is having a "rough time finding their identity" and is filled with "puppies" who lack the "dog" mentality of last year's squad. He questions whether point guard Dylan Darling is a full-time solution and notes that star forwards Zuby Ejiofor and Bryce Hopkins seem to be playing in each other's way. The hosts lament the loss of the old Big East rivalries (like St. John's vs. Syracuse) due to the "unforgivable" nature of conference realignment. The segment wraps up by looking ahead to the Johnnies' pivotal matchup against Baylor, demanding a bounce-back performance.

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk college basketball for this weekend. Griffin Warner and Big East Ben recap the week in college hoops, open with Marquette concerns after losing to Dayton, and assess the Big East as potentially a two-bid league with Providence, Creighton, and others underperforming. Ben vents about bad gambling variance but re-energizes after exciting mid-major games like Troy vs USC in triple OT. They analyze upcoming Saturday matchups: Northern Iowa vs UC Irvine, noting UNI's continuity and shooting versus Irvine's elite three-point prevention; they both lean Irvine at home. Providence vs Penn State at Mohegan Sun prompts skepticism toward Kim English's Friars and support for Penn State as an underdog. For Northwestern vs Butler, they praise Butler's revamped roster, Finley Bizjack's emergence, and new cohesion compared to last year's stagnant offense, while raising concerns about Northwestern's rebounding after losing to Virginia in a high-tempo surprise. They expect a lower-scoring style and discuss potential totals angles. They also examine South Carolina's inconsistency and roster size issues entering a projected underdog spot. Throughout, they mix betting insights, roster breakdowns, coaching notes, and behavioral tendencies, finishing with promo details and best bets: Ben taking Marquette -21 vs Central Michigan and Griffin taking UC Irvine pick'em. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyler from Big East Bar Room joins Chris, Tommy and Michael to give some of their early-season Big East Hot Takes. Intro 0:00Villanova: 2:20Providence: 6:55Seton Hall: 10:49UConn: 15:50Marquette: 23:15Georgetown: 31:222 Bid Big East?: 35:27Creighton: 39:22DePaul: 44:33Butler: 51:42St. John's: 55:05Xavier: 57:30

Michael Bradley Journalism Professor at Villanova joins the show to talk about some of his favorite Big East memories.

The Let It Fly Show returns from the Let It Fly Sports Bar with hosts Mike'l Severe and Josh Jones, joined by Jon Walker, Creighton Bluejays beat reporter for the Omaha World-Herald. They break down Creighton's rough night at Gonzaga, the chemistry questions with nine newcomers, and what the upcoming Vegas stretch will reveal about this team.

A preview of UConn vs Loyola Chicago, the first game on truTV this season, a deep look into the Big East, and much more with Christy Winters Scott and Cindy Brunson. HerHoopStats.com: Unlock better insight about the women's game.The Her Hoop Stats Newsletter: https://herhoopstats.substack.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Caught up with diehard Syracuse fan Kevin Connors and talked about some of his favorite Big East memories.

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 that had multiple starters sitting with three or four fouls, IU never let the lead dip below 10 points and played their walk-ons in the final minute of a neutral-site game against a Big East opponent—a sentence nobody expected to write in November.Andy, Ryan, Coach Tonsoni, and Coach Moats break down how this victory against Shaka Smart's pressure defense validated everything we saw in the early games, examining the adjustments that kept IU in control despite 25 team fouls, and celebrating a performance that moved Indiana to 21st in KenPom.Tucker DeVries' masterclass setting the tone with 24 first-half points, including the heads-up pass to Sicily after slow-playing Marquette into thinking he'd pull it outLamar Wilkerson's second-half takeover with 15 points and multiple dagger threes that stopped every Marquette run cold when DeVries sat with foul troubleTrent Sisley stepping up huge in extended minutes (30 total, 16 in second half) with 11 second-half points including the crucial crosscourt pass to Wilkerson for a momentum-killing threeThe offensive versatility: ghost screens, guard-to-guard ball screens, backdoor cuts off face-guarding, and constant counters to everything Shaka Smart threw at them27 assists on 33 made field goals with only eight turnovers against havoc pressure, plus the starting three guards combining for 21 assists and just three turnoversManaging foul trouble masterfully—playing guys with 3-4 fouls extended minutes, backing off ball pressure strategically, and only having one disqualificationSam Alexis and Jasai Miles eating critical bench minutes when foul trouble hit, with Alexis going for 13 and 5 in 26 minutes as a plus-34And much more.On the mics: Andy Bottoms, Ryan Phillips, Brian Tonsoni, and Bob MoatsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Capko is the Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach at Southern Methodist University where the Mustangs went 24-11 and earned a No.1 seed in the NIT in their first season under Head Coach Andy Enfield. Capko has 18 years of college coaching experience and has helped lead two different programs to post season play while also developing 11 NBA players.Prior to SMU, Capko helped USC to a 176-93 record in eight seasons from 2016 – 2024 as an assistant or associate head coach including and Elite Eight trip in 2021. Capko, who served as USC Director of Operations during the 2013-15 seasons, returned to the Trojans after spending the 2015-16 season as an assistant coach at Florida International University (FIU). Capko also spent two seasons as an assistant coach at Georgia Southern (2011-13) and at Stetson University (2009-11). Prior to his stint at Stetson, Capko served as a graduate assistant at Marshall University.As a student-athlete, Capko spent his first semester in the basketball program at the University of Florida under head coach Billy Donovan, before transferring to the University of South Florida in Tampa where he played for three years. As a junior, he was fifth in the Big East in assists and as a senior he was the Bulls' team captain. Capko earned Academic All-Big East honors as a junior and senior at USF. He was also the Bulls' nominee for Big East Basketball Student-Athlete of the Year in 2007.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.Make sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.Be sure to have pen and paper handy as you listen to this episode with Chris Capko, Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach at Southern Methodist University.Website - https://smumustangs.com/sports/mens-basketballEmail - ccapko@smu.eduTwitter/X - https://x.com/ChrisCapkoVisit our Sponsors!Dr. Dish BasketballThe Dr. Dish Training Management System (TMS) is built for coaches who want structure, accountability, and smarter player development.Here's what you can do with TMS:✅ Advanced Stats Tracking✅ Assign Custom Workouts✅ Team Insights✅ Multi-Drill Workouts✅ On-Demand LibraryAll in one platform. All from your computer.

Tom joins the show to talk about his interesting career from his high school days all the way through current day. One of Chuck's favorite guests.

For the first time in 11 months, The DePaud is back in action to provide you with the latest news and notes on your Blue Demons. We are excited to be launching a new season with Big East Energy! And for the first time in significantly longer than that...DePaul basketball looks to be on the rise. After going 14-20 in Chris Holtmann's first season in Lincoln Park, the team retained three of its core players in Layden Blocker, CJ Gunn and NJ Benson, while also adding some high-profile (and high-upside) transfers as it aims to move out of the Big East cellar. Fresh off a pair of exhibition "victories" over the likes of longtime foes Loyola Chicago and Notre Dame, DePaul opens regular season play tonight against the Chicago State Cougars. Join Andy Thompson and Nick Palazzolo as they break down each exhibition and preview the team's first game action! Follow us on Twitter: @andythompson610 @nickpalazzolo5 @thedepaud #depaul #depaulbasketball #bigeastenergy #collegebasketball #collegehoops #bluedemons #scomons #depaulbluedemons #chrisholtmann Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we embark on a new season, the possibilities are endless. Ranked as a top 5 team by the Associated Press to start the season expectations are plentiful. The top transfer portal class in the sport resides in Queens and with a Hall of Fame coach at the helm, these aren't the same old Johnnies.Following a 31-5 season, a Big East conference title and Big East Tournament title, a win in the NCAA tournament, winning is not optional anymore it's expected. One last episode before the games count for real as David Berov lays out the new normal in Queens and why dreams that were once delusions of grandeur are now very much reality.Follow the podcast on Twitter:@EyeonStormPod = Eye on the Storm Podcast#sjubb

Full Big East Preview!

Greg talks to Ryan McIntyre of the Sports Gambling Podcast Network about the last pieces of information he evaluates to get set for the upcoming season, the landscape of the Big East, betting angles he uses at the beginning of the season, & previews Florida vs Arizona!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk CBB heading into season tip-off. Big East ben also gives out his top 10 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BYU football gets to sit back and enjoy the Halloween holiday with the bye week. Kalani Sitake shared a funny story from a Halloween memory since becoming BYU's head coach. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper has a tradition around Halloween, where he begins piecing together the outlook for the following season. He shared some way-way-way-way-too-early thoughts on 2026. Also, in this episode, we get an insider look at the Villanova Wildcats as BYU Basketball prepares to take on the Big East powerhouse in Las Vegas on Monday night. Willy Annon from the "Full 40: A Villanova Basketball Podcast" joined the show to give us the rundown on the 'Nova. Finally, Mitch gives his week 10 Big 12 football picks as Utah-Cincinnati and Texas Tech-Kansas State highlight the slate. Subscribe to the Cougar Tracks Podcast to stay up-to-date with all the daily episodes. Cougar Tracks is on YouTube and X every weekday at Noon (MT), and KSL NewsRadio at 6:30 p.m. (MT). Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-tracks/id1146971609 YouTube Podcast: https://kslsports.com/category/podcast_results/?sid=2035&n=Cougar%20Tracks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NCF1KecDsE2rB1zMuHhUh Download the KSL Sports app Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bonneville.kslsports&hl=en_US  iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id143593

Michael DeRosa, Tommy Godin and Chris Thedinga preview the Big East season, bicker, laugh, yell, and all other things you come to expectTime Codes:Intro 0:00How did the portal go?: 1:11Butler: 4:07Creighton: 12:37DePaul: 20:20Georgetown: 28:35Marquette: 37:07Providence: 42:32Seton Hall: 49:10St. John's: 51:26UConn: 58:41Villanova: 1:03:45Xavier: 1:09:18Who Dances? 1:13:00

In this episode of the D1 and Done podcast, the hosts dive into a special preview of the upcoming college basketball season, focusing on the Power Conferences. They discuss the Southeastern Conference (SEC), Big Ten, and Big 12, analyzing team strengths, potential disappointments, and standout players. The conversation is lively and filled with insights, predictions, and a touch of humor as they gear up for the season ahead. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the upcoming college basketball season, discussing dark horse teams, coaching changes, and player development. They analyze various conferences, particularly the Big East and ACC, and make predictions about potential disappointments and standout players. The conversation culminates in bold predictions for the national championship and reflections on the future of college basketball.

New Villanova head basketball coach Kevin Willard joins the show to talk about the upcoming season and the current climate of college hoops.

Shane Heirman began his college basketball career at The University of Tulsa, where he played point guard under the tutelage of Coach Doug Wojcik. He became known for his tireless work ethic, which resulted in earning a scholarship his senior season. From early on, Heirman knew his path would be to continue leading, mentoring, and developing players in the sport he loves most. Heirman now has over ten years of coaching experience, from the elite high school ranks to the top of college basketball. Currently, Heirman is the head coach at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas, where he set numerous school records and has the program ready to take the next step heading into the 2025-26 season. In his two seasons at the helm, his UIW teams have achieved a 3.3 cumulative GPA, compiled the most community service hours in UIW history, and maintained a perfect 100 APR%.Before UIW, Heirman was associate head coach at Central Michigan, where he helped sign a top-75 recruiting class and developed several future high-major players. Prior to that, he was the youngest assistant coach in Big East history at DePaul, where he helped the program reach its first postseason in over a decade and recruited five future NBA players.Heirman began his coaching career at La Lumiere School, where he went 82-7 and won a national championship in 2017, coaching future NBA stars like Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jordan Poole.https://coachshaneheirman.com/about/To View This Episode- https://youtu.be/U--CD4oEmh4#philfriedrich #whoknewinthemoment #Incarnateword #basketballcoach #basketball #podcast

COLLEGE HOOPS CHAT PODCAST (10 mins)! Host Jim Maisano is joined by Patrick Madden (Big Big East Blog) and Ken Nixon a/k/a #KennyFromRye. They cover some Big Questions about the Big East Conference like: 1) Underrated Teams, 2) Overrated Teams, 3) Overlooked Players, 4) March Madness Teams (besides UConn & St. John's) and 5) Huskies vs Red Storm - who's better?Please WATCH (10 mins) and LIKE this video!Follow College Hoops Chat on X: @CollHoopsChat! If you have Questions or Comments about our show, email us at CollegeHoopsChat@gmail.com. THANKS FOR TUNING IN!

In this episode of On Stage, BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman joins Sports Business Journal's Publisher and Executive Editor, Abraham Madkour for an inspiring and candid conversation that took place on September 25, 2025, at SBJ's Game Changers conference in New York City.Ackerman — a pioneer in sports leadership and one of the most respected voices in college athletics — reflects on a career defined by innovation, advocacy, and resilience. From helping launch the WNBA as its first president to guiding the BIG EAST through a time of rapid change, Ackerman's insights illuminate how leadership evolves in moments of transition.Key themes include:College Sports in Flux: Ackerman's perspective on the future of NCAA governance, revenue sharing, and why she believes Congress must help bring order to college athletics.Leadership Lessons: How she approaches decision-making, mentorship, and the challenge of staying grounded while leading through uncertainty.Women in Leadership: Reflections on her pioneering role at the WNBA and what progress still looks like for women across sports business and administration.The BIG EAST's Future: How the conference is positioning itself in an era of consolidation, commercial pressure, and new opportunity.A Life in Sports: What drives her after decades of service to the game — and what legacy she hopes to leave behind.It's a thoughtful, forward-looking conversation that captures both the wisdom and candor of one of the most influential figures in modern sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Norlander previews the Friars 2025-2026 season with head coach Kim English

Special Guest: Morty Ivy checks in to discuss the 2005 season and the Big East title run.

Xavier HC Richard Pitino chats with CBS Sports' Matt Norlander to preview the upcoming season

Business is picking up in Friartown. Kevin is fresh off his visit to Pittsburgh to get a first look at the Friars, while Providence was picked to finish fourth during Big East Media Day on Tuesday. Billy and Kev share Pitt impressions and talk through the outcomes of Media Day.

The guys select divisions for The Big East, discuss the concert coming to Memorial Stadium, debate the best stadium in college football, renovating Memorial Stadium, and more.

Tim joins the show to talk about the NBA and his interesting career as an NBA official.

New Villanova coach Kevin Willard joins Matt Norlander at Big East Media Days. (0:15) Settling in at Villanova (1:05) Any regrets on how things went down at Maryland (4:20) Being in the Big East (7:25) Roster talk  Theme song: "Timothy Leary," written, performed and courtesy of Guster Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on college basketball⁠. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠ For more college hoops coverage, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠ 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

It's the Big East's turn in the spotlight as conference preview rolls on. Will the Huskies bounce back after last year's uneven season or will Rick Pitino armed with some high-end transfers take control of the conference for a second straight season? 01:30 - Is the Big East only a two-team league? 07:12 - GP on an Island -- St. John's at No. 1 14:31 - Will UConn be great again? 18:15 - Shaka's Strategy -- Smart or Stubborn? 24:14 - Year 1 for Kevin Willard at 'Nova 31:30 - League Predictions 47:25 - How many Big East Teams make the NCAA Tournament?

Billy and Kev break down the recent commitment of top 2026 recruit Aiden Derkack, Kevin's upcoming trip to Pittsburgh to see the Friars' exhibition game, and the narrative of the Big East being UConn/St. John's, and everyone else.

Seton Hall alum John Garcia joins the show to talk about his 5 years playing in the Big East for the Pirates.

In this episode of Amazin' Conversations with Jay Horwitz, St. John's standout Zuby Ejiofor joins Jay to talk about the program's meteoric rise under Hall of Famer Rick Pitino, the energy of playing at Madison Square Garden, and what it meant to throw out the first pitch at Citi Field. Zuby opens up about his relationship with Coach Pitino, how he's grown into a leader on and off the court, and why this 2025 Red Storm team is ready to make noise in the Big East and beyond. They also discuss the MSG home-court atmosphere, St. John's return to national prominence, and Zuby's viral Tonight Show appearance alongside his teammates.

The Big East! College basketball's basketball-only conference! UConn and St. John's lead a top heavy league, but we'll spend time on all 11 of the lovely squads competing to take home hardware in March. Rundown: (0:00) - Intro (4:00) - Root's Roundup (12:00) - Big East Preview (1:08:20) - Reviews Supports us and the sponsors! YouTube Channel (like and subscribe!) Basket Under Review / The Burner Discord (NEW AND IMPROVED - sign up and join us!) CBB Analytics promo code "Weave" for $40 off subscription Homefield Apparel promo code "3MW" for 15% discount off purchase  

Jeff Howe and Gerry Hamilton sat down with new Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller for an in-depth, wide-ranging interview. With his first season at Texas about to tip off, Miller laid out his philosophy, roster insights, and expectations for the journey ahead. Building the Foundation: Miller stressed the importance of pace, detail, and defense. His offense will emphasize fast execution—not just quick shots—while the defense starts with a strong man-to-man foundation. The key this season? Don't try to do everything at once—get really good at the essentials first. Analytics Meets Instinct: Miller explained how modern analytics help him identify the best lineups, balance offense and defense, and “fix leaks” when certain combinations don't work. But he still leans on instinct and proven coaching principles to guide decisions. The SEC Challenge: Miller called the SEC “the best conference in college basketball”—loaded with athleticism, physicality, and elite coaching. He compared it to the old Big East but with more speed and defensive playmakers. Scheduling & Growth: Balance is everything. Facing Duke, Maui's gauntlet, and true road games will harden the team, but Miller said November and December aren't the measuring stick. His goal is for Texas to peak in February and March when it matters most. The interview wrapped with Miller's vision: this year is about building steadily, maximizing depth, and molding a team that fans will love to watch because the whole will be greater than the sum of its parts. Season tips off November 4th vs. Duke—and the Miller era begins!