Podcast appearances and mentions of Rick Pitino

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander discuss the latest around college basketball: St. John's loses Donnie Freeman for the season, the NBA Cup at Hinkle Fieldhouse and the latest around Michigan. Then, Matt and Gary spend a moment remembering Kenny Klein to end the show.(0:00) Intro + let's catch you up on college hoops news(1:30) St. John's and Rick Pitino lose Donnie Freeman to a torn achilles(14:00) The latest on Michigan Basketball: JP Estrella is back, Mike Boynton and more(31:10) The NBA Cup is coming to Hinkle Fieldhouse + more recent news(45:40) Remembering Kenny KleinTheme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of GusterEye 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.comVisit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw⁠For 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/

Once and future Wildcats in the MLB baseball draft; (9:00) Rick Pitino eulogizes Kenny Klein; (18:00) WHAS-TV Sports Director Kent Spencer; (39:00) UK football PR chief Susan Lax; (58:00) UK power forward Justin McBride; (1:06:00) huge upset in the FIFA World Cup and, as always, Who's On First?

Hour One opens with Mark Pope and his desire to play Rick Pitino and St John's in a home and home and a list Zach completely invalidates. Creighton Harley joins to talk some Tague Davis and NL Central baseball, and Louie and Zach recap the World Cup results to wrap hour one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We touch on some World Cup storylines including the insane secondary market transactions for tickets. We play Rick Pitino's eulogy from Kenny Klein's funeral yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show ‪Torres‬ continues his off-season grades series by talking the St. John's Red Storm! Rick Pitino added portal stars Tounde Yessoufou and Donnie Freeman + international superstar Quinn Ellis - does he have... HIS BEST TEAM YET?! Listen to our other "Off-Season Grades" * North Carolina * Duke * Kentucky * Louisville * UConn Thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ that is taking over your grocery isle! For more details - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visit CauliPuffs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys honor their friend and former SID Kenny Klein as they share stories as well as hear Rick Pitino's eulogy. They also react to the sports from the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the Best of the BBI with Mark Pope responding on line to the BBN; (12:00) we remember Ted Turner and the time he tried to make Pete Rose an Atlanta Brave; (18:00) UK All-American Jack Givens; (39:00) Rick Pitino on Cawood Ledford's 100th birthday; (46:00) more Mark Pope answers; (58:00) Caroline Makauskas of the Herald-Leader...

Carl and Mike share some thoughts on their conversation with Zuby Ejiofor and agree in believeing his experience under Rick Pitino has him ready to come in and have an immediate impact for the Hawks. They also react to reports the CFL told Brendan Sorsby he would not be able to play in their league, which they agree is no surprise and they discuss a recent prediction which says the Georgia Bulldogs will have one loss at the hands of South Carolina this season.

In one swift move, Tounde Yessoufou made the decision to pull his name out of the NBA Draft and immediately transferring and committing to Rick Pitino and St. John's. It's the cherry on top of a rollercoaster off-season that now boasts two top 15 portal transfers, and one of the best classes in the sport. A dynamic athlete that changes the entire composition of the Red Storm roster, he's a high powered scorer who brings tenacious energy on the court. St. John's adds arguably a top 3 player in the portal, someone who was being talked about as a late first round draft pick this year, and someone who said picking St. John's was a no brainer. Now the goal is to be a lottery pick next year, but first - win big in Queens.Zach Braziller of the New York Post joins to break it all down.Follow the podcast on Twitter:@EyeonStormPod = Eye on the Storm Podcast#sjubb

Blake Lovell and Max Barr share their thoughts on the key storylines from the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline, major SEC returnees such as Arkansas' Billy Richmond, Alabama's Amari Allen, Vanderbilt's Tyler Tanner, updated Milan Momcilovic sweepstakes, Tounde Yessoufou's surprise commitment to Rick Pitino and St. John's, and much more. Southeastern 16 Merch: https://se16.printify.me/ ROKFORM Use promo code SEC25 for 25% off! The world's strongest magnetic phone case! https://www.rokform.com/ JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP Join the "It Just Means More" tier for bonus videos and live streams! Join Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv1w_TRbiB0yHCEb7r2IrBg/join FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/16Southeastern ADVERTISE WITH SOUTHEASTERN 16 Reach out to se16.caroline@gmail.com to find out how your product or service can be seen by over 200,000 unique viewers each month! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This off-season has been an interesting one to say the least. The route to bring players on has been an unconventional one by St. John's standards but is becoming more common amongst the college ranks. Rick Pitino has completely reshaped the St. John's Red Storm roster with one of the most unique strategies in the sport: loading up on international professionals, overseas veterans, and experienced older players like Quinn Ellis, Djordije Jovanović, and Babacar Sane. Is this the blueprint for the future, or a dangerous gamble? That's the thematic question many are asking about St. John's. We break down the roster construction, fit alongside Ian Jackson, Ruben Prey and Donnie Freeman, and why Pitino may be building his most fascinating team yet.Plus what impact with the additions of incoming freshman Theo Edema, and Lazar Stojkovic in the front court make plus Avery Brown and Kyle Cuffe Jr. in the backcourt.A lot has been made of the players added, who was missed and what they'll do with the last two spots. We discuss the roster, what Rick Pitino said earlier this week and more as Kevin Connelly of StormThePaint joins for a little off-season recap.Follow the podcast on Twitter:@EyeonStormPod = Eye on the Storm Podcast#sjubb

Heitner has been referred to as one of the foremost experts on name, image, and likeness (NIL) by The Wall Street Journal, USA TODAY, and On3, a power player in NIL deals by Action Network, “a founding father of college athletes earning rights,” and a top sports trademark attorney by Sportico. Heitner has been honored with the University of Florida's 40 Under 40 Award, the University of Florida Levin College of Law's Oustanding Young Alumnus Award, and named the best lawyer in Fort Lauderdale by Fort Lauderdale Magazine. In 2023, Heitner Legal was the only law firm named to Sports Business Journal's first list of NIL Power Players. Heitner's sports clients have included Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens, Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel, University of Florida Athletic Hall of Famer Fred Taylor, Antonio Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Tyreek Hill, Xavien Howard, Jamal Adams, Nick Chubb, Mac Jones, Shane Bieber, Manny Ramirez, Anna Kournikova, Draymond Green, Terry Rozier, Haley and Hanna Cavinder, and Rick Pitino.In 2019, Heitner was asked by Florida Representative Chip LaMarca to assist with the crafting and promotion of legislation that sought to provide Florida college athletes with the right to profit off of their names, images, and likenesses (NIL). Heitner has continued to be an advocate for athlete rights and worked on behalf of numerous athletes and brands, including Gatorade, INFLCR, Marketpryce, and Icon Source, in the NIL space.Support the show

UK baseball cancelled so it's the Best of the BBI: We talk about Cawood Ledford's 100th heavenly birthday and his relationship with Rick Pitino; (10:00) Kenny Rice of NBC Sports looks back on the Ky Derby; (31:00) ex-UK baseball coach Keith Madison; (49:00) impact of sports gambling; (56:00) sportswriter/blogger John Huang; (1:07:00) Jeff Piecoro of the UK Sports Network

Full Hour 2. Timmy's shares his hot take of the day. Gene throws back shots & Owen Parker from WGR 550 talkes Sabres vs Canadiens game 4 from Montreal. As always we have Last Call.

Tim Schneider shares his take of the day & Gene lines up shots.

Full Show Broadcast features. Matt Parrino on the Buffalo Bills. Owen Parker from WGR-550 previews Sabres & Canadiens game 4 tonight in Montreal. Timmy shares his hot take, Gene has shots & last call is for you.

Derby 152; a great baseball radio voice falls silent; another great voice sings "Star Wars;" (7:00) Rick Pitino remembers Cawood Ledford; just how badly are college sports messed up? (18:00) NBC's Kenny Rice on Derby 152; (39:00) Keith Madison on UK Baseball's series win over Tennessee...

The off-season is here and the St. John's Red Storm have made their first major addition. After a season where the point guard question was asked every day, Rick Pitino and his staff have addressed it right out of the gates. Quinn Ellis has committed to St. John's, one of the best point guards overseas is headed to Queens. The 6'5 floor general picked St. John's over blue bloods and other high end programs. Joining to shed light on what Rick Pitino is getting in Ellis is his long time trainer Gary Maitland. Maitland has trained the Sheffield native since he was 16 and helped develop him into one of the premier playmakers in the EuroLeague. We discuss the kind of player he is, how his experience will lend to dominating the college game and more.Plus some portal talk, where St. John's stands with some recruits, what's on the horizon and more.Follow the podcast on Twitter:@EyeonStormPod = Eye on the Storm Podcast#sjubb

Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson present the highlights of March Madness. Unc and Ocho provide a comprehensive recap of the thrilling Elite 8 and share their confident predictions for the Final Four, featuring UConn, Illinois, Michigan, and Arizona! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Rick Pitino says that Blue Blood programs are over14:48 - Illinois Def. Houston31:55 - Michigan Def. Alabama51:46 - Arizona Def. Purdue55:39 - Illinois Def. Iowa (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WFAN team is joined by coaching legend Bobby Hurley Sr. to discuss his son's coaching legacy following a thrilling victory over Duke. Plus, we break down St. John's tough exit and debate what Rick Pitino could have done differently to change the outcome.

St. John's comes up short against Duke, but the conversation quickly turns to the decision everyone is questioning: why take out a player who was clearly having the game of his life? The focus is on Rick Pitino's rotation choice and whether sticking to a preset plan instead of riding the hot hand ultimately changed the outcome. Evan and Tiki debate coaching philosophy in high pressure moments, explore whether this was a simple oversight or a calculated risk, and dig into the emotional aftermath for fans. They also zoom out to what this loss means for the program, including how to define success and the reality that opportunities in March do not always come around again.

A loaded hour of New York sports starts with a deep dive into St. John's heartbreaking loss to Duke and the coaching decision that still doesn't sit right. The focus turns to Rick Pitino's choice to bench a red hot player at a crucial moment, sparking a bigger conversation about trusting rotations versus riding the hot hand when everything is on the line. From there, the discussion shifts to the Knicks and whether their recent play signals a lack of urgency heading toward the postseason, along with what their ideal playoff path should be. The hour also touches on early season Mets storylines, including lineup questions, player usage, and the overreactions that always come with the first few games of the year.

Jerry starts with the sounds of UConn beating Duke. We heard from Rick Pitino after the loss to Duke. We also heard from Geno Auriemma, who doesn't want to be playing these games in Texas. We heard the sounds of the Mets losing in extras yesterday.

The WFAN team is joined by coaching legend Bobby Hurley Sr. to discuss his son's coaching legacy following a thrilling victory over Duke. Plus, we break down St. John's tough exit and debate what Rick Pitino could have done differently to change the outcome.

The show highlights the NCAA tournament and UConn's win over Duke alongside Mets updates and Rick Pitino's extension at St. John's. We recap the Yankees sweeping the Giants, Tony Vitello's coaching thoughts, and Boomer's photo with OJ Simpson before discussing Tiger Woods' DUI arrest and Geno Smith being named starting quarterback. Also, the NFL is training replacement referees and conducting league meetings. We even have time to have a discussion on unconventional late-night bathroom habits of men.

We start with the NCAA tournament, covering St. John's loss to Duke and UConn beating Duke before previewing the Final Four. Jerry has sounds from the UConn victory, followed by reactions from Rick Pitino and Geno Auriemma's thoughts on playing in Texas. We recap the Mets' extra-innings loss involving Lovelady, then wrap up with Rick Pitino's extension at St. John's and a call about Dan Hurley at UConn.

Boomer & Gio react to the Yankees' 7-0 Opening Day win and MLB's Netflix ‘money grab.' Plus, the Mets get a big Opening Day win against Paul Skenes and the Pirates (10:45); Keith Hernandez joins the show to talk Mets and Opening Day (19:28); more on the Yankees' Opening Day win and the Barry Bonds-George Steinbrenner story (34:21); talk about a potential lockout looming over the MLB for next season (45:45), and the impact and progress Rick Pitino has made at St. John's (56:01)

March Madness host Adam Lefkoe joins Stugotz today! Lefkoe talks about the NCAA Tournament and why he believes Iowa is the story of the month so far, with Ben McCollum leading the Hawkeyes to the Elite 8. The guys marvel at how well Rick Pitino moves at 73. Lefkoe gives his thoughts on Arizona's Tommy Lloyd and if he can see him leaving the Wildcats for the UNC opening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry returns and we heard from Carson Benge as he hit a HR in his MLB debut. We also heard from Freddy Peralta, who said he asked the offense for some runs. Jerry Seinfeld was on with Tommy Lugauer and they talked about Pete Alonso going to the Orioles. Larry David is in a new commercial for YES with Michael Kay. Rick Pitino talked about a particular time the team really came together this season. The Moment of The Day: McGonigle, McGonigle.

We talk to Mike Repole about St. John's and the Duke game before Jerry's update features Carson Benge's debut home run. Jerry Seinfeld discusses Pete Alonso and the Audacy app with Tommy Lugauer, followed by Larry David's YES commercial and Rick Pitino's reflections on the season. After the "McGonigle" Moment of the Day, the segment covers the Jets' number two pick, Boomer's $70 million quarterback prediction, and a caller's Paul in Yonkers impression.

The St. John's University Red Storm men's basketball team are into the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament for the 10th time in the program's history. Jason Gay, sports columnist at the Wall Street Journal, talks about the long career of St. John's coach Rick Pitino, and Katie Honan, senior reporter at The City, co-host of the podcast FAQ NYC and massive St. John's basketball fan, claims her bragging rights about the team's great season so far.  Photo: Bryce Hopkins #23 of the St. John's Red Storm drives to the basket during the first half of the 2026 Big East Men's Tournament - Quarterfinal game against the Providence Friars at Madison Square Garden on March 12, 2026 in New York City. (Credit: Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

Former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer joins the show and discusses what it is like watching his sons play at Duke, on their kids' decision to attend Duke, his son Carmani having a sickle cell disease and the obstacles the family has faced, Duke's matchup against Rick Pitino and the St. John's Red Storm, on a possible Duke Arizona Wildcats matchup, similarities between Jon Scheyer and Mike Krzyzewski, what is was like when LeBron James showed up in Cleveland, if LeBron James was hazed as a rookie. Comedian David Cross joins Rich in-studio and discusses his fantasy baseball team and why actor Jon Hamm was kicked out of the league, his involvement on Arrested Development and the one storyline for his character that he had the most difficult time doing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Yankees secured an Opening Day win despite Aaron Judge's strikeouts, sparking debate over broadcast revenue and the looming lockout. Keith Hernandez then joined the conversation. Mets Opening Day arrives on Peacock with Bruce Beck joining us to talk about it. Also, all the clips from yesterday's Yanks win, Barry Bonds' anecdotes about hanging up on Steinbrenner, the first ABS challenges and clips of Rob Manfred and Rick Pitino. Finally, we covered Shaq's odd fake DMs, Citi Field parking struggles, and Gio's theory on Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne, ending with the Mets marking their 40th World Series anniversary.

Keith Hernandez kicks things off with his outlook on Mets Opening Day and the new roster. We discuss Chris McMonigle's baseball expertise. We revisit Dave Sims' call of the Yankees' dominant win over the Giants and the league's first official ABS challenge. Following Rob Manfred's quick interview last night and Rick Pitino's pre-flight thoughts on facing Duke, we dive into Shaq's story about a fake Sabrina Carpenter DM and a caller's struggle to enter the Citi Field parking lots.

Jerry's got Dave Sims on the call as the Yankees beat the Giants with a huge second inning. We had the first official ABS challenge in baseball last night. Rob Manfred did an interview in the fifth inning and it was quick and trite. We heard from Rick Pitino as he was waiting for his flight to go play Duke.

Rich reveals The Top 5 Things he is looking forward to seeing this MLB Season including who will be the Cinderella team this year, Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, will this be the year for the Yankees, can anybody take down the Dodgers, the Automated Ball-Strike System, and the season itself because winter is coming. Basketball Analyst Jamal Mashburn joins Rich and discusses the most famous player he played against before college, on what Rick Pitino is doing at St. John's, on the memory of Duke beating Kentucky on a last second shot, on the St. John's Duke matchup, on UConn facing Michigan State, why he has Arizona cutting down the nets, who he thinks will play in the Championship game, his favorite Pat Riley story, on Kobe Bryant, his thoughts on ESPN anchor Stuart Scott. Rich Eisen reacts to NFL rules that are being proposed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan State Head Coach Tom Izzo joins the show and discusses preparing for the big matchup against the UCONN Huskies, on the challenges that the Spartans face against the Huskies, on what the recipe for success is, on his guard Jeremy Fears Jr., on whether Rich is his favorite Michigan man, on the Dusty May moment, on the possibility of facing Rick Pitino and John Calipari. In ‘Overreaction Tuesday' Rich weighs in on whether the Rams are going to do something crazy during the NFL draft, if Jeremiyah Love should want to slide out of the Top 10, a QB needy team should call the Texans for CJ Stroud, if Victor Wembenyama has passed Nikola Jokic as the best NBA player in the world, will another team beat the Dodgers in the National League, whether the NCAA Women's tournament should only have 32 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bomani Jones breaks down everything happening in March Madness. He starts with Bill Self in another classic Bill Self game, Rick Pitino back in the Sweet 16, and how Pitino suddenly has a chance to be the hero we need when St. John's takes on Duke.Later, he digs into the rumors that UNC might fire Hubert Davis after blowing a 19-point lead to VCU. Bomani explains how it fell apart, what that VCU loss reveals about Carolina's current reality, and why the way it's being handled says as much about the institution as it does about the coach.After the break, Bomani breaks down Tom Brady and NFL stars losing to Team USA in flag football, Pittsburgh not being able to handle the NFL Draft, Jay-Z's concert announcement, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March Madness is heating up and we're breaking down everything from the NCAA Tournament bracket to the biggest early exits, the teams that survived the first weekend, and the Sweet 16 matchups ahead. Bryan Hodgson hired at Providence Rick Pitino headed back to the Sweet 16 with St. John's Rick Pitino on being on the right side of a buzzer beater in the tournament this time Blue blood debate: UNC, Kentucky, Kansas, VCU, Louisville and more PLUS, Tyler's Viewing Menu presented by Michelson Laser Vision! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - / @nextroundlive FOLLOW TNR ON RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-7759604 FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive 267,216 Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

St. John's delivers a signature moment, knocking off Kansas in a game that had everything momentum swings, controversy, and a fearless finish. What looked like a potential collapse turned into one of the program's biggest wins in decades, fueled by confidence, composure, and a head coach who never blinked in the biggest moments. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber break down the sequence that changed everything, from Bryce Hopkins' crucial three to Dylan Darling demanding the ball and delivering the game-winner despite struggling all night. They also dive into Rick Pitino's influence on the team's mentality, Kansas' late-game mistakes, and what this gutsy win means as St. John's prepares for a heavyweight showdown with Duke.

St. John's has New York buzzing, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into what the win over Kansas has unleashed around the city. From the rising ticket prices for the Duke matchup to the renewed energy around the program, they explore how one dramatic victory has turned a long-dormant fanbase into one of the biggest stories in town. The conversation moves from the bandwagon debate and the passion of St. John's loyalists to Rick Pitino's larger impact on the program's culture and credibility. Evan and Tiki also connect Dylan Darling's game-winning moment to New York football history, debate what kind of coach can truly transform a franchise, and break down the different calls of Darling's buzzer-beater as the excitement around this tournament run keeps building.

A wild March Madness moment sparks a bigger conversation as Evan and Tiki react to the stunning stat that Rick Pitino and Bill Self had barely faced each other despite decades of coaching. That leads into the buzz around Dylan Darling's game-winner for St. John's and whether one shot is enough to cement his place in New York sports lore. They break down what it really takes to become unforgettable in this city, from deep tournament runs to iconic moments, while also poking holes in the idea that one highlight guarantees lifelong fame. Plus, a hilarious look at John Rothstein's March Madness obsession, thoughts on pregame shows, and a classic Barry Bonds story that sounds almost too good to be true.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into a packed New York sports conversation led by St. John's thrilling win over Kansas and the bigger question that followed: does one March Madness moment make Dylan Darling a forever legend in this city? They also get into the rarity of Rick Pitino and Bill Self barely crossing paths, John Rothstein's over-the-top college basketball passion, and what it really takes to become unforgettable in New York sports. The episode keeps bouncing with the kind of energy only this show can deliver, from Yankees Opening Day and Netflix concerns to Mets roster debates, Barry Bonds stories, and a spirited back-and-forth over Cam Skattebo's controversial comments. They also dig into whether the Giants should even think about taking a running back in the draft, revisit old draft scars, and mix serious sports talk with the offbeat moments and laughs that make the conversation feel totally unpredictable.

St. John's looked headed for disaster before delivering one of the program's biggest wins in decades, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber break down every twist from the dramatic victory over Kansas. From late-game panic to full-on euphoria, they dig into why this wasn't just a thrilling finish, but a defining moment for Rick Pitino's turnaround of the Red Storm. They spotlight Dylan Darling's fearless game-winner, Bryce Hopkins' enormous late three, and the calm Pitino projected as Kansas erased a double-digit lead. Evan and Tiki also get into the coaching decisions, the emotional reaction from St. John's fans, and what this escape could mean with Duke waiting next in a massive Sweet 16 matchup.

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/a-coachs-guide-to-success-with-rick-pitino/ Rick Pitino delves into his own remarkable journey, including his ups and downs in the basketball arena. He highlights the crucial lessons he's learned from setbacks, emphasizing the importance of resilience, adaptability, and a growth mindset.  Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Sweet 16 Enough? St. John's Faces March Reality Check Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber open the show by diving into the expectations surrounding St. John's as March Madness tips off, questioning what should truly be considered a successful run. With the program no longer in “just happy to be here” territory, the conversation shifts to whether simply advancing past last year's result is enough—or if the bar has been raised higher. They break down the brutal bracket ahead, including potential matchups with Kansas and beyond, and debate how much context should matter when judging postseason success. The guys also explore how fan expectations have evolved and why this tournament feels like a defining moment for the program under Rick Pitino.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber zero in on the stakes for St. John's and Rick Pitino, debating just how devastating a first-round exit would be and where it would rank among New York sports disappointments. The pressure, expectations, and comparisons to past failures fuel a spirited argument about what truly defines a letdown in this city. Things then take a turn into classic show chaos with the Cinco de Luncho, where San Diego-themed New York sports moments spark humor, storytelling, and plenty of pushback. From memorable playoff wins to quirky historical moments, the segment delivers laughs while highlighting the unique blend of nostalgia and unpredictability that closes out the show.

Brandon Tierney joins Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber for a full breakdown of St. John's heading into the tournament, diving into expectations, pressure, and what a deep run would mean for the program and its fanbase. The conversation opens with a debate every New York fan can relate to—Jets Super Bowl or St. John's title—before shifting into why this moment feels especially significant under Rick Pitino. Tierney analyzes the matchup with Northern Iowa, explaining the stylistic clash that could either play into St. John's strengths or slow them down into an uncomfortable game. He also unpacks the team's culture, the impact of transfers, and how Pitino has molded the roster into a contender, while addressing criticism about their résumé and what success truly looks like this season.

Czabe welcomes ANDY POLLIN to the pod to discuss the NCAA tournament bracket, Bruce Pearl's non-stop whining, and how the system has been systematically rigged against the (medium) guys. Also, Rick Pitino is a coaching legend, and also a coaching lizard. Can you root for a guy like that? "Ethical hoops" and the nature of Bam Adebayo's 83 vs. the Wizards. Sports radio may have jumped the shark, but do you need to brag about it? The rise of Fanta and Larry David's 3rd echo of Seinfeld like humor. MORE.....Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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