Podcast appearances and mentions of will riley

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Terrence Shannon Jr.'s impact in the Western Conference Finals, Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis staying in the NBA Draft and Dame Sarr to Duke. The guys then dive into the greatest Illini basketball 'What ifs" of the 21st century, including if Bill Self never departed for Kansas, if Bruce Weber and John Groce had NIL, if Jalen Brunson chose Illinois, if Illinois beat Loyola, if Terrence Shannon Jr. went to Michigan and many more. 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 $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 CHGO Bulls crew welcome Chicago Bulls PA announcer Tim Sinclair back to the show! Peck and Big Dave get Tim's perspective from some of the wildest moments at the Madhouse on Madison this season, like Matas Buzelis hammer dunks and the Josh Giddey miracle shot. Tim also shares his experiences from the Derrick Rose retirement ceremony and being the emcee for the NBA Draft Lottery. Plus, is Tim - PA announcer for and fan of the Illinois Fighting Illini - hoping the Bulls take Kasparas Jakucionis or Will Riley in the 2025 NBA Draft?

The CHGO Bulls crew break down more NBA Draft Combine interviews, featuring Rasheer Fleming, Kasparas Jakucionis, Will Riley and Rocco Zikarsky. These four players seem to be among the most talked about by the Bulls fanbase. Which Illini product would fit better into the current Bulls core? Could Zikarsky be the big man solution with a second round pick? And is Fleming worth a reach at #12? Peck, Big Dave and Will Gottlieb review the players' traits and Combine interview answers.

The Chicago Bulls' offseason heats up with contract negotiations and draft prospects. Josh Giddey's potential $150 million deal sparks debate among fans, but is it truly comparable to Zach LaVine's max contract? Dive into the financial implications and misconceptions surrounding Giddey's value. Explore sleeper picks for the Bulls' draft board, including Will Riley, Danny Wolf, and Liam McNeely. Discover why Hugo Gonzalez could be a hidden gem with two-way potential. Uncover insights on these prospects' strengths, weaknesses, and fit with the team. Listen now to gain a deeper understanding of the Bulls' draft strategy and potential roster moves.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/BullsCentralPodGet at us:Email: BullsCentralPod@gmail.comTwitter:@BullsCentralPodPhone: ‪(773) 270-2799‬Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chicago-bulls-central/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's expected hire of Colgate assistant Camryn Crocker and how he fits on the staff, Illinois extending head coach Brad Underwood, the NBA Draft Combine for Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley and the addition of 2025 guard Blake Fagbemi. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

CBS Sports and 247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to give his thoughts on Illinois basketball's offseason. Trotter breaks down what excites and concerns him about the Illini's 2025-26 roster, how the new pieces fit, potential leaps for the returners and X-factors. He then discusses how the Illini stack up in the Big Ten and a big week ahead at the NBA Draft Combine for Kasaparas Jakucionis and Will Riley. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

NBA draft analyst with Ersin Demir joins the podcast to discuss 6 prospects the Wizards should consider taking with the 18th pick in the NBA Draft. Main prospects include: Nolan Traore, Carter Bryant, Maxime Raynaud, Rasheer Fleming, Jase Richardson, and Thomas Sorber. Also touched on Joan Beringer, Noa Essengue, and Will Riley.

#46: In dieser Folge werfen wir einen genaueren Blick auf drei Prospects der 2025er-Draft-Klasse: Derik Queen, Kasparas Jakucionis und Will Riley.Wir sprechen über Queens offensive Vielseitigkeit und defensive Fragezeichen, analysieren Jakucionis' High-IQ-Game als Lead Guard, und diskutieren Rileys Tools, Shooting-Flashes und Projection-Debatte.

I'm joined by The Champaign Room's Pleas Honeywood to discuss Kasparas Jakucionis & Will Riley declaring for the NBA Draft (5:42). We also examine KJ's draft projections (11:31), and Riley's pro potential (19:16). We also discuss DGL's new destination (30:20), the David Mirkovic commitment & Illinois' international approach (34:50), as well as the latest twist in the Morez Johnson saga (51:02). We also recap two major additions for women's basketball (66:30) and football's newest Sunshine State commits (79:07). Finally, we reveal our favorite WrestleMania matches (99:26).

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to a newsy weekend and Monday for Illinois basketball. The guys discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley declaring for the NBA Draft, their projections and what having a pair of one-and-done draft picks could mean for the program. The guys then discuss what they saw from Illini commit David Mirkovic and Illini target Dame Sarr in the Nike Hoop Summit. Plus, the guys discuss the potential of a reunion with Adam Miller and whether he'd fit the roster. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

Lon and Derek discuss the news of Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis declaring for the NBA Draft on Monday. The guys also give their thoughts on Adam Miller going into the transfer portal and possibly returning to Illinois.

Derek and Kyle discuss the Cardinals' maddening extra innings loss to the Pirates and assess how confident they are in the Cubs winning the NL Central after their hot start. Later, the guys break down what Dame Sarr could add to the Illini's roster and why a Will Riley return is probably unlikely. The guys react to 247 Sports's top 10 transfer list.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Montenegro forward David Mirkovic committing to Illinois basketball. The guys discuss what he brings to the Illini's Balkan-flavored frontcourt and what the strengths and weaknesses are of the Illini's front line. The guys then discuss potential backcourt options, including Wyoming's Malik Moore, North Carolina's Ian Jackson and Italy's Dame Sarr, as well as Will Riley's latest NBA Draft projection. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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

This week, Maxwell and Stephen are back together! They discussed their post-season evaluations of Asa Newell, Will Riley, Ryan Kalkbrenner, John Tonje, and RJ Luis! 0:00: Asa Newell 21:58: Will Riley 33:32: Ryan Kalkbrenner 40:30: John Tonje 50:56: RJ Luis 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

This week, Maxwell and Stephen are back together! They discussed their post-season evaluations of Asa Newell, Will Riley, Ryan Kalkbrenner, John Tonje, and RJ Luis! 0:00: Asa Newell 21:58: Will Riley 33:32: Ryan Kalkbrenner 40:30: John Tonje 50:56: RJ Luis 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

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 86-73 win over Xavier. The guys discuss big games from first-year players Will Riley, Tomislav Ivisic and Kasparas Jakucionis and a dominant two-way game by Kylan Boswell. Then the guys look ahead to Sunday's Round of 32 game against Kentucky. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   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

Illini basketball not only survives and advances, but does so with style in an 86-73 win over Xavier. Mike Carpenter, Andrew Wilson, and Kenton Elmore react during the First Round victory, setting up a huge matchup against Kentucky on Sunday. Will Riley drops 22, Tomislav Ivisic grabs a 20-10 double double, Kasparas Jakucionis was one rebound away from a triple-double, and Kylan Boswell added another 15. Look out, Big Blue . . . the Illini are comin'. 

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 106-94 win over Iowa in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament. The guys discuss big games from Kylan Boswell, Tre White, Tomislav Ivisic and Will Riley; Fran McCaffery's ejection and Friday's quarterfinal matchup with Maryland. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Lon and Kyle break down the Illini's Big Ten Tournament draw and how they're feeling about the Illini entering Indianapolis. Later, hear from Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley as they discuss entering their first postseason in college.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 88-80 win over Purdue, including a 13-1 run to end the game, continued strong play by Will Riley and Tre White and more. The guys then preview the Illini's path in the Big Ten Tournament and participate in a Big Ten Tournament draft. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 88-80 victory over No. 18 Purdue in Friday's regular-season finale at State Farm Center. The guys discuss the Illini's rally, strong close and what a three-game win streak heading into the postseason means for this team, as well as star performances by Will Riley and Tre White. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Illini basketball notches their 20th win of the season in epic fashion, riding a 13-1 closing run to take down Purdue 88-80 (their first win over the Boilers since 2021). Mike Carpenter reacts after attending the game at a raucous State Farm Center. For 30+ minutes, Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman-Renn got what they wanted offensively. But, Brad Underwood's team kept plugging away, got crucial stops, and started making shots. Will Riley drops 22, Tre White adds 20, Kylan Boswell with another 15, and Kasparas Jakucionis - despite an up-and-down night - nails a dagger three late in the game. Next up: the Big Ten Tournament.

Illinois ends their regular season with a HUGE comeback win over #18 Purdue 88-80 at the State Farm Center. Craig Choate and Logan Lee breaks it all down in this Best Damn Illini Postgame Show from No One Asked Us. The Illini are 20-11 on the season now and 12-8 in the Big Ten.Will Riley: 22 points, 4 assistsTre White: 20 points, 9 reboundsKylan Boswell: 15 points, 5 assists, 4 reboundsTomislav Ivisic: 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists#Illini: 28-57 FG (49.1%), 11-30 3FG (36.7%), 21-25 FT (84%), 29 reboundsBoilermakers: 32-63 (50.8%), 5-18 3FG (27.8%), 11-13 FT (84.6%), 27 reboundsWHERE TO LISTEN:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXI7UqKl4cVnq4bhh2MaVgApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-one-asked-us/id1554805006Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vz8ZQ2xM7dKwvJxpo82gy?si=1ca31bbf67cf4b1aFOLLOW US:No One Asked Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoOneAskedUsPodNo One Asked Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoOneAskedUsPodNo One Asked Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nooneaskeduspod/Craig Choate Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigwchoateCraig Choate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigwchoateLogan Lee Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloganleeMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/corps-of-drums

Former The Drive intern Jimmy Sobeski joins the show to share his insight on Purdue and give his take on the Illinois-Purdue matchup. Later, the guys discuss what a standout March could do for Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley's draft stock and give their predictions for Illinois-Purdue.

Illinois basketball gets a much-needed 83-78 home win over UCLA, their first back-to-back victories in over a month. Mike Carpenter discusses the game, featuring another superstar turn from Kaspara Jakucionis and strong support from Tomislav Ivisic, Will Riley, and others. The 16-point lead was whittled down in the final few minutes, but Brad Underwood's team held on to set up a huge Saturday night matchup against Tom Izzo's Michigan State Spartans.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's win over Minnesota, including huge performances by Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley, Tomislav Ivisic's impact, Brad Underwood trying a new lineup with success and how the rotation is settling during the stretch run. LaTulip then previews the Illini's home games against UCLA and Michigan State and discusses the Indiana job and the NBA trade deadline. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Derek and Kyle discuss how important this week is for Illinois with two Quad 1 home games and an opportunity to prove itself against quality competition coming off the Minnesota win. Later, the guys share their thoughts on Will Riley's NBA Draft potential following his recent run of stellar play.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 95-74 rout of Minnesota at Williams Arena. The guys discusses huge performances by Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis, a gutsy game by Tomislav Ivisic and tweaks to the starting lineup and style fo play by Illinois. The guys then look ahead to a big week of home games against UCLA and Michigan State and discuss the Indiana job opening. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis lead the way for Illinois as the Illini pummel Minnesota 95-74 in Minneapolis. Craig Choate and Logan Lee break it all down in this Best Damn Illini Postgame Show from No One Asked Us. The Illini are 16-8 on the season now and 8-6 in the Big Ten.Will Riley: 27 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assistsKasparas Jakucionis: 24 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assistsTomislav Ivisic: 18 points, 11 rebounds#Illini: 36-57 FG (63.2%), 9-16 3FG (56.3%), 14-16 FT (87.5%), 38 reboundsGophers: 27-66 (40.9%), 8-20 3FG (40%), 12-14 FT (85.7%), 26 reboundsWHERE TO LISTEN:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXI7UqKl4cVnq4bhh2MaVgApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-one-asked-us/id1554805006Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vz8ZQ2xM7dKwvJxpo82gy?si=1ca31bbf67cf4b1aFOLLOW US:No One Asked Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoOneAskedUsPodNo One Asked Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoOneAskedUsPodNo One Asked Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nooneaskeduspod/Craig Choate Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigwchoateCraig Choate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigwchoateLogan Lee Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloganleeMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/corps-of-drums

Momentum is only good as the next game's opponent, so it's no surprise that Illinois basketball lost to . . . Rutgers? By 9? Mike Carpenter reacts (calmly, then angrily) as Brad Underwood's team again looks like an absolute mess in an 82-73 defeat to the Scarlet Knights in some arena named after oily submarine sandwiches. Will Riley was awesome, but that's about it. Another chance to lose to a Quad 2 opponent awaits on Saturday as the Illini head up to Minnesota. 

The only constant about this Illinois team is the inconsistency. The Illini fall at Rutgers 82-73. Craig Choate and Logan Lee break it all down in this Best Damn Illini Postgame Show from No One Asked Us. The Illini are 15-8 on the season now and 7-6 in the Big Ten. Will Riley: 18 points, 3 rebounds Ben Humrichous: 14 points, 5 rebounds Morez Johnson Jr.: 11 points, 5 rebounds #Illini: 27-65 FG (41.5%), 6-28 3FG (21.4%), 13-19 FT (68.4%), 41 rebounds Scarlet Knights: 24-59 (40.7%), 6-16 3FG (47.8%), 28-34 FT (82.4%), 40 rebounds WHERE TO LISTEN: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXI7UqKl4cVnq4bhh2MaVg Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-one-asked-us/id1554805006 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vz8ZQ2xM7dKwvJxpo82gy?si=1ca31bbf67cf4b1a FOLLOW US: No One Asked Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoOneAskedUsPod No One Asked Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoOneAskedUsPod No One Asked Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nooneaskeduspod/ Craig Choate Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigwchoate Craig Choate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigwchoate Logan Lee Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloganlee Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/corps-of-drums

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss an 87-79 win over Ohio State. The guys discuss the impact of Tomislav Ivisic's return, a starting lineup shakeup and big games from Will Riley and Morez Johnson Jr. Then the guys look ahead to two games on the road next week. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

After a troubling end to January, Illini basketball responds to kick off February with an 87-79 win over Ohio State. Mike Carpenter reacts during the second half, which saw Illinois trailing by as much as 11 before going on a run of their own. A lineup of Tomislav Ivisis, Morez Johnson, Kylan Boswell, Will Riley, and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn sealed the deal on a victory that could have ramifications for the rest of the season. Next up: at Rugers on Wednesday.

Illinois welcomed back big man Tomislav Ivisic today and got back in the win column with a 87-79 win over Ohio State. Craig Choate and Logan Lee break it all down in this Best Damn Illini Postgame Show from No One Asked Us. The Illini are 15-7 on the season now and 7-5 in the Big Ten. Will Riley: 24 points, 3 rebounds Kylan Boswell: 14 points Morez Johnson Jr.: 14 points, 15 rebounds Tomislav Ivisic: 12 points, 10 rebounds Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn: 10 points #Illini: 30-58 FG (51.7%), 4-20 3FG (25%), 23-31 FT (74.2%), 43 rebounds Buckeyes: 27-73 (37%), 11-23 3FG (47.8%), 14-15 FT (93.3%), 31 rebounds WHERE TO LISTEN: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXI7UqKl4cVnq4bhh2 aVg Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-one-asked-us/id1554805006 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vz8ZQ2xM7dKwvJxpo82gy?si=1ca31bbf67cf4b1a FOLLOW US: No One Asked Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoOneAskedUsPod No One Asked Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoOneAskedUsPod No One Asked Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nooneaskeduspod/ Craig Choate Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigwchoate Craig Choate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigwchoate Logan Lee Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloganlee Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/corps-of-drums

Lon and Kyle share their thoughts on the Illinois-Nebraska matchup and whether or not its a spot on the schedule to be worried about. The guys also discuss their confidence level in Will Riley returning to his nonconference form before the season is over.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 83-74 win over Northwestern. The guys discuss the Illini setting the tone from the start, Morez Johnson Jr.'s dominance on both ends and five Illini scoring in double figures. Then the guys look ahead to this week's games against Nebraska and Ohio State and discuss rivalries and whether Will Riley could return for a second season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 80-78 loss at Michigan State, including Kasparas Jakucionis' tough foul calls, more Tomislav Ivisic usage, Will Riley's breakout and a burgeoning bench. LaTulip then previews this week's home-game matchups vs. Maryland and Northwestern. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

In this episode of Game Theory, Sam Vecenie is joined by Bryce Simon to talk about the fun weekend of basketball that included the Nikola Jokic playing Victor Wembanyama twice, the Pistons maybe being good, the Suns maybe being bad, and more. CHAPTERS 6:45 Quick Jimmy Butler takes 14:30 The Jokic-Wemby Bowls were GREAT this weekend! 40:10 Phoenix Suns might be a total mess? 1:11:30 The Detroit Pistons...might be good?!?! 1:39:15 Egor Demin thoughts 1:43:20 Will Riley, W, Illinois 1:45:50 Ian Jackson, G, North Carolina 1:48:30 Thomas Sorber, C, Georgetown 1:54:05 JoJo Tugler, F, Houston 1:55:20 Johni Broome and Bigs in the back half of the first round and why it's good now 1:58:00 Noah Penda, F, Le Mans 2:00:15 Jeremiah Fears, G, Oklahoma CHECK OUT THE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS EPISODE ON THE GAME THEORY YOUTUBE CHANNEL! SPONSORS: Visit our partners over at PRIZEPICKS to go support the show! Download the app today and use code GAMETHEORY to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup! Use the code GAMETHEORY or visit this link to sign up: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/GAMETHEORY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sloppy play on both sides of the ball dooms Illinois against red-hot Alabama in a 100-87 loss in Birmingham. Mike Carpenter reacts during the second half as the Illini twice get it within eight, only to see the Tide respond each time. Will Riley dropped 18 points, Kylan Boswell another 17, and Kasparas Jakucionis another 15. But, it wasn't enough as Brad Underwood's team didn't have enough to counter Nate Oats' 8th ranked Crimson Tide.

Lon and Derek discuss whether Will Riley should start for Illinois at some point this season and whether or not it matters. The guys also share their thoughts on the Illini's new run-and-gun style of play on offense and their first impressions of Tomislav Ivisic.

On this bonus episode I recap basketball's season-opening win versus EIU (12:15), spotlight Will Riley's one-of-a-kind debut (20:38), discuss Ty Rodgers' redshirting (37:48) and preview Friday's date with SIUE (42:29).

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Ty Rodgers' decision to redshirt and Illinois basketball's 112-67 win over Eastern Illinois. LaTulip discusses Will Riley's 31-point debut and impressive debuts by Kasparas Jakucionis, Tomislav Ivisic and Morez Johnson as well as the roles for Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn, Kylan Boswell and Tre White. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  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

Derek and Kyle react to the first College Football Playoffs and some of the controversial decisions the committee made. Hear from Illini coach Bret Bielema as he discusses his staff's plans during the bye week. Later, the guys discuss their pick of whether Kasparas Jakucionis or Will Riley will ultimately be selected higher in the NBA Draft.

Monday night was the return of college basketball! This is a 15 minute clip of the newest episode of Ricky family podcast The Draft Council, our 52 week per year NBA Draft Podcast hosted by Dan Olinger and Ahmed Jama. For the full episode and to subscribe just search The Draft Council wherever you get your podcasts. FULL EPISODE DESCRIPTION: A very tired Dan and Ahmed stayed up late to give you a full rundown of what happened with all the high profile NBA Draft prospects during the first day of the college basketball season, including: Gonzaga absolutely bludgeoning VJ Edgecombe and Baylor, Will Riley and Derik Queen going ballistic, and a whole lot more.  Timestamps: 2:00 — Gonzaga destroys VJ Edgecombe and Baylor 101-63 10:00 — The Kon Knueppel Victory Lap will never end  14:00 — Ohio State vs Texas, Juni Mobley vs Tre Johnson 19:00 — Will Riley and Derik Queen 27:00 — Asa Newell and Georgia (Good!) Collin Murray-Boyles and South Carolina (Bad) 32:00 — Ahmed really likes Flory Bidunga and Jase Richardson

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini dominating Eastern Illinois 112-67 in Champaign. The guys break down Will Riley's huge debut and other young pieces that shined for Illinois in the season-opener. 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 $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK 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

Illinois basketball starts off the 2024-25 season with a 112-67 blowout win over Eastern Illinois. Mike Carpenter discusses the debut of many new faces, including 5-star freshman Will Riley's record-setting 31-point performance, Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn's 21 off the bench, and Tomislav Ivisic and Kasparas Jakucionis' impressive debuts. Meanwhile, Ty Rodgers will redshirt this season, surprising news that broke just before tip-off.

Derek and Kyle recap the Illini's 112-67 opening night win over Eastern Illinois including Will Riley's 31 point outburst and some other standouts. Later, Riley's former AAU program UPlay Canada's program director Dwyane Washington joins the show to share his insight on working with Will, his decision to come to Illinois, and his mindset.

Illinois opened their season with a 112-67 win over Eastern Illinois. But the bigger news came before the game when it was announced that junior Ty Rodgers has decided to redshirt this season. Craig Choate and Logan Lee break it all down in this Illini Postgame Show from No One Asked Us. The Illini start the season 1-0 and host SIU-Edwardsville Friday night at 7:00 CT. Will Riley: 31 points (most in Illini freshman debut), 7 rebounds Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn: 21 points Tomislav Ivisic: 14 points, 14 rebounds Illini: 31-64 FG (48.4%), 16-42 3FG (38.1%), 34-46 FT (73.9%) Eastern Illinois: 26-68 (38.2%), 4-12 3FG (33.3%), 11-25 FT (44%) WHERE TO LISTEN: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRXI7UqKl4cVnq4bhh2MaVg Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-one-asked-us/id1554805006 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vz8ZQ2xM7dKwvJxpo82gy?si=1ca31bbf67cf4b1a FOLLOW US: No One Asked Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoOneAskedUsPod No One Asked Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoOneAskedUsPod No One Asked Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nooneaskeduspod/ Craig Choate Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigwchoate Craig Choate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craigwchoate Logan Lee Twitter: https://twitter.com/theloganlee Email us at nooneaskedus2021@gmail.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/corps-of-drums

Tune in here for this Thursday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show talking about Hurricane Helene relief efforts in western NC with guest Mike Yarborough, panic buying, the messy story of Sean "P Diddy" Combs, extra marital affair and domestic violence allegations against Kamala Harris' husband Doug Emhoff, parts of an interview that Jen Psaki did with Emhoff, and audio from Megyn Kelly about Doug Emhoff claims. In the second half of the show Vince talks about the messy story of Sean "P Diddy" Combs, guest Will Riley, author of "Lies My Liberal Teacher Taught Me," more on Diddy, Jaguar Wright comments with Piers Morgan about Diddy and Jay-Z, and comments from Katt Williams on Club Shay Shay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper break down Illinois Basketball's wing position group heading into the 2024-2025 hoops season, including expectations for Ty Rodgers, five-star freshman Will Riley and Louisville transfer Tre White. Joey Wagner then joins the guys for an Illini All-Big Ten Football draft heading into the season opener against Eastern Illinois. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   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