Breaking Down the D3 & D1 National Championships, NBA MVP, Geno vs Dawn & More

Neruda and KJ break down a packed championship week, starting with the Division III National Championship where University of Mary Washington captured its first title in program history with a win over Emory University. The hosts dive into what made Mary Washington’s run so special, from their young core stepping up to their mature play style throughout the tournament, and what ultimately separated them on the biggest stage.They then shift to the Division I level, where University of Michigan took down University of Connecticut to win the national championship—marking the Big Ten’s first men’s title since 2000. Head coach Dusty May secures his first championship, and Neruda and KJ break down Michigan’s run, what it means for the conference, and how this title reshapes the national landscape.On the women’s side, the episode dives into the ongoing conversation surrounding Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley, unpacking the broader implications, narratives, and what it says about the current state of women’s college basketball. The discussion expands into the NBA, where they give their takes on the MVP race, debating the top candidates and what should ultimately matter most when deciding the award.To close, Neruda and KJ turn their attention to the coaching carousel across Division I basketball, grading some of the most notable recent hires and discussing which programs made the biggest moves heading into next season. Available on audio podcast platforms only!Enjoy the episode!