Inside College Basketball Now

Chris Mack joins Jon Rothstein on Inside College Basketball Now to discuss his move from Charleston to South Florida, his vision for the Bulls, the opportunities within the American Conference, building the USF roster, and how his year away from coaching helped him reconnect with family.

Utah State head coach Ben Jacobson joins Jon Rothstein to break down the decision to leave UNI, how the MVC changed during his time with the Panthers and what it will be like being a part of the new-look Pac-12.Additionally, Jacobson breaks down what sticks out about his team's non-conference schedule, why he thinks coaches have found success at Utah State and more. 0:00 Intro0:10 How unique is it to be introduced as HC of Utah State and not UNI0:34 What made the timing right to leave UNI for Utah State1:42 What was the closest he came to leaving UNI prior to taking Utah State job? 2:15 On how the MVC was 'not the same league' after Creighton, Wichita State departure3:22 The gap between Mid-Majors and Power Conference teams5:23 What it was like saying goodbye to UNI7:01 Why coaches have found success at Utah State9:06 Initial impressions of his roster10:36 How he retained Mason Falslev 12:19 On how Gonzaga changes the dynamic of the Pac-1214:18 Why coaching against former players isn't as much fun15:42 What sticks out about Utah State's non-conference schedule18:01 One loss and one win that sticks with Ben Jacobson20:46 Why being part of a multi-bid league was a big part of decision to take Utah State job22:20 What he hopes to accomplish in his first season at Utah State

0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Joyner on what it’s like being introduced as a head coach 1:45 - Joyner on what he is going to take from the two former head coaches he’s worked with 3:45 - Joyner on getting power conference experience at Michigan 8:20 - Joyner on the doubt he had taking the job at Michigan 9:14 - Joyner on why he felt like he made a mistake taking the job in Michigan 10:00 - The phone call when he found out he was going to be moving to Oregon State 11:11 - Joyner on his perception of Oregon State when he was growing up 12:15 - Joyner on the construction of his roster 15:20 - Joyner on the new Pac 12 17:00 - Joyner on Oregon State’s non-conference schedule 19:00 - Joyner on the win and loss that impact him the most 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Kansas State head coach Casey Alexander joins Jon Rothstein to discuss being hired by Kansas State, his last season at Belmont, what fans can expect from the Kansas State team this year and going forward and more! 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Alexander on the difference between being a head coach at Kansas State vs Belmont 1:25 - Alexander on the similarity is the Kansas State team going to look to the Belmont team 2:00 - Alexander on what it was like coaching in a 1-bid mid-major tournament 3:00 - Alexander on his last season at Belmont 4:30 - Alexander on how difficult it is to sustain a program at an elite mid-major level 6:00 - Alexander on who he has reached out to to learn about Power Conference basketball 10:00 - Alexander on what fans can expect from Kansas State going forward 11:00 - Alexander on the roster he put together 11:30 - Alexander on what he looks forward to the most 12:30 - Alexander on Kansas State's non-conference schedule 13:35 - Alexander on the Big 12 competition that will come after the holidays 14:20 - Alexander on the win and loss that impact him the most 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Jon Rothstein sits down with new Boston College head coach Luke Murray to discuss leaving UConn, what he learned from Dan Hurley and the keys to ending the NCAA tournament drought at BC. (0:00) Intro + Luke Murray Joins the show (0:30) 2009 Boston College and the tournament drought since then (1:45) How to get the BC brand back & reinvigorate the campus (3:30) Why Murray chose BC as the opportunity to leave UConn for (4:30) From title games to rebuilding a program & how to implement things he learned at UConn (6:00) How did UConn get back to national prominence? (6:45) Being the son of a famous father alongside Dan Hurley & the bond with him (8:00) Who taught Luke Murray how to teach great offense? (9:30) What did he learn from Sean Miller in Tucson? (10:30) First impressions of the BC roster (11:25) Capitalizing on high school prospects in the Boston area (12:15) What upgrades are necessary at Boston College? (13:50) Does a 76-team field get you going as a new coach? (14:45) A win and a loss that stick with Murray (16:45) What are the goals for year one at Boston College? #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #BostonCollege #LukeMurray #DanHurley 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-d ...

Jon Rothstein sits down with new Butler head coach Ronald Nored ahead of his first season leading the Bulldogs. Nored discusses his playing time at Butler and going to consecutive Final Four's in 2010 and 2011. Then, he opens up about the impact Brad Stevens and other coaches have had on his career, how to get Butler back to the NCAA tournament and the roster for 2026-27. (0:00) Intro + Ronald Nored joins the show! (0:30) Remembering back-to-back Final Fours (1:45) Did the second run shock everyone in the program without Gordon Hayward? (3:00) Lessons learned from missing the 2012 NCAA Tournament (4:20) When Brad Stevens left for the Boston Celtics (5:30) Butler as a member of the Big East conference (7:00) Why has Butler struggled to get to the tournament consistently in this league? (8:30) When did Ronald Nored decide he wanted to be a coach? (9:20) Leaving the NBA to enter the college ranks & considering other college jobs (10:45) How will Nored take what he learned in the NBA and apply it to Butler (13:00) The college hoops Ronald Nored played in vs. the one he’ll now coach in (13:45) High school recruiting vs. the transfer portal (14:40) Roster first impressions (15:20) Talking about the nonconference schedule (16:15) One win and one loss that sticks (18:30) Brad Stevens in the building more? (19:15) What are the primary goals in year one? #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #RonaldNored #Butler #ButlerBasketball #BradStevens #ButlerBasketball 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE ...

Jon Rothstein sits down with Justin Gainey ahead of his first season as the head coach at NC State. Gainey discusses getting the job at his alma mater, what he'll take with him from Tennessee and Rick Barnes and how he's building a roster for year one in Raleigh. (0:00) Intro + Justin Gainey joins the show (0:20) Being the NC State head coach is surreal (1:00) The first person he called after getting the job (1:40) Balancing the interview process with tournament games (2:20) Leaving Tennessee and Rick Barnes after great success (4:15) Why are Rick Barnes-led teams so consistent? (5:45) Going head-to-head with Tennessee next season (6:30) Assistant coach vs. head coach (7:30) what he learned from the coaches he’s worked for (8:45) How NC State can carve out its place among Duke & UNC (10:45) First impressions of the roster (12:15) How did you retain Paul McNeil? (14:00) Will NC State look like Tennessee at all? (15:00) Nonconference schedule (16:15) What will the first game as head coach feel like? (17:15) One win, one loss that stick with the coach (20:45) Getting to the tournament in year one #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigEast #BigTen #SEC #ACC #Big12 #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #JustinGainey #NCState 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the ...

Jon Rothstein sits down with Creighton's new head coach Alan Huss. Alan discusses what the journey to becoming coach at his alma mater has been like, sets expectations for year 1 and much more! - (00:00) Intro (00:10) Becoming Head Coach At Creighton (1:30) Relationship Between Creighton & Omaha  (2:08) Last Season As Associate Head Coach (3:28) Greg McDermott Retiring (4:40) Transitioning To New Coaching Job (5:45) Watching High Point Last Season (7:06) Difference Between Creighton & High Point (8:41) Influence From Dana Altman (10:23) Creighton Under Huss vs McDermott (11:55) Outlook For This Year’s Roster (13:27) Biggest Jump From Returning Players (15:17) Jackson McAndrew Update (15:44) Non-Conference Schedule (17:43) 32-Game Schedule (18:45) Big East NCAA Tournament Outlook (20:28) Best Win & Worst Loss Of Career (21:53) What To Accomplish In Year 1 - 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Jon Rothstein breaks down the biggest questions remaining with the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline looming, including concerns for Kentucky, St. John's, UCLA, and USC. Plus, a look at major “stay or go” decisions across the sport involving names like Milan Momcilovic, Koa Peat, Andrej Stojakovic, and more. Rothstein also discusses why international recruiting isn’t always the answer, reacts to Duke’s monster non-conference schedule, answers social media questions, and wraps with key news nuggets from around the sport — including Missouri vs. Saint Louis, St. John's vs. Syracuse, and Brad Underwood’s extension at Illinois. (0:00) Welcome Back(1:55) NBA Draft Early Entry Withdrawal Deadline(3:05) Kentucky(9:55) St. John's(13:26) UCLA(17:42) Stay or Go?(24:00) International Recruiting(32:10) Twitter Questions(38:55) News and Notes #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Jon Rothstein sits down with Arizona State's new head coach Randy Bennett. Randy explains why this was the right time to say yes to Arizona State, saying goodbye to Saint Mary's and what needs to be done to compete at a high level in Tempe. (0:00) Intro + Randy Bennett joins the show! (1:15) Would you leave Saint Mary’s for anywhere other than ASU? (1:30) When the Arizona State job felt like a possibility (3:25) Did losing Gonzaga to the Pac 12 impact the decision? (4:20) Advice to the incoming Saint Mary’s head coach (5:15) Would you ever go play at Saint Mary’s? (5:45) What was it like to finally say goodbye after 25 years? (7:05) Retaining talent in this climate at Saint Mary’s (9:00) Who taught Randy Bennett how to evaluate players (11:00) Getting Arizona State to the NCAA tournament every year (12:20) The realities of scheduling at a mid-major vs. high-major (14:20) Getting a high-major opportunity is a chance to go against the biggest coaches in the sport (16:35) Transfer portal vs. high school recruiting (19:00) Upgrades needed to get Arizona State in the top 25 consistently (20:45) First impressions of the roster (23:50) Coaching against Arizona for the first time (25:00) Randy’s coaching tree (26:40) One win and one loss that stick with Randy (29:15) Getting Arizona State to the tournament in year one #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #RandyBennett #ArizonaState #SaintMarys #Big12 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the ...

Jon Rothstein breaks down the NCAA Tournament officially expanding to 76 teams and what a new-look March Madness field could mean for the SEC, Big Ten, Big East and the rest of college basketball on Inside College Basketball Now. Plus, John Calipari reloads Arkansas with another stacked roster through recruiting and the transfer portal, Dan Hurley builds one of the toughest non-conference schedules we’ve ever seen at UConn, and Rothstein hits the latest transfer portal movement, NBA Draft Combine names to know, social media questions and 3 Good Nuggets.

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Jon Rothstein sits down with LSU head coach Will Wade to discuss his return to Baton Rouge, why he left NC State and the plan to lead the Tigers back to SEC prominence. (0:00) Intro + Will Wade joins the show (1:00) Wade’s early career lessons as an assistant (3:40) The pressure of replacing Shaka Smart in 2015 (6:10) Back at LSU, what would his reaction be to this a few years ago? (7:00) When was the return a real possibility? (8:00) Being in alignment with the administration at LSU was crucial to taking the job (10:00) Resources are the primary difference between LSU & NC State (11:40) Was it hard to leave after one season in Raleigh? (13:05) How are you roster building this year? What did you learn from the landscape last year? (14:50) “by the time school starts, we’ll have a real good team” (15:50) Mo Dioubate’s role at LSU (17:00) A coaching staff filled with head coaches (20:00) the SEC now vs. the SEC in the first stop at LSU (21:15) Let’s talk about LSU’s schedule for next season (22:45) Did you feel like there was unfinished business in Baton Rouge? (23:25) One win & one loss that sticks from the first LSU era (25:40) What are the goals in year one? #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #LSU #WillWade #NCState 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s rea ...

College basketball could be on the verge of a major transformation. Jon Rothstein breaks down the proposed expansion of the NCAA Tournament and what it means for the future of March Madness. Plus, a look at the state of the blue bloods, including Duke and UConn, with major scheduling news on the horizon. Rothstein also dives into transfer portal movement, including Massamba Diop to Gonzaga, plus what it means for St. John's. The show wraps with live interaction, listener questions, and key updates around the sport — including the latest on the 5-in-5 eligibility rule. 0:00 Intro 2:03 NCAA Tournament Expansion 22:38 State of the Blue Bloods 28:45 Portal Kombat 35:38 Twitter Questions 41:26 St. John’s-Arizona in MSG 41:46 Iowa State’s T.J. Otzelburger 42:13 5-in-5 Update 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Jon Rothstein sits down with new Syracuse head coach Gerry McNamara to discuss his time at Siena, the Duke game in this year's NCAA tournament and what needs to happen to bring swagger back to Syracuse basketball. (0:00) Intro + Gerry McNamara joins the show! (0:30) Gerry’s run in the 2006 Big East Tournament (1:30) 2006 Big East Tournament vs. 2003 National Title (3:00) Relinquishing control as a coach vs. being a player (4:30) What he learned as a head coach at Siena (5:50) Coaching in an environment that wasn’t Syracuse (7:40) The pressure of coaching in a one-bid league (9:45) The close call against Duke in the NCAA tournament (12:50) Saying goodbye to Siena (14:30) Getting the Syracuse job (16:15) How the Syracuse job is different now than the old BE (18:15) How to you get the Syracuse brand back & making it an exciting product for students (23:20) Jim Boeheim’s lasting impact (27:15) Will Syracuse play a 2-3 zone? (28:25) Impressions of the roster he is putting together (31:45) What’s ahead nonconference-wise for Syracuse (33:37) One win & one loss that stick with Gerry (35:30) What do you want to accomplish in Year 1? #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #Syracuse #GerryMcNamara #Siena #JimBoeheim #InsideCollegeBasketballNow 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep ...

Jon Rothstein breaks down the impact of the potential 5-in-5 eligibility rule, which would affect players like Tarris Reed, Malik Brown, Seth Trimble, and Braden Smith who could make a major impact with another season. Plus, a look at Duke adding John Blackwell for perimeter depth, Miikka Muurinen committing to Arkansas, and a conversation with Gerry McNamara of Syracuse. Rothstein also answers listener questions to wrap up the show. 0:00 Welcome 1:55 5-in-5 Eligibility Rule 13:07 Major Storylines 28:20 Syracuse's Gerry McNamara 37:39 Answering Social Media Questions 41:51 News and Notes

Jon Rothstein sits down with new Providence Friars coach Bryan Hodgson to break down his rise from Buffalo to the Big East. They discuss how he got his nickname “The Shark,” lessons learned from Nate Oats at Alabama, and how Ryan Mela and newcomer Dink Pate could shape Providence next season.

Retention is still the foundation of winning in college basketball and the latest decisions across the country prove it. On this episode of Inside College Basketball Now, Jon Rothstein breaks down why programs like UConn and Illinois are once again positioned to contend after securing key returning pieces. With Braylon Mullins heading back to Storrs and Andrej Stojakovic returning to Champaign, the blueprint is clear: continuity matters. Plus, Florida gets a boost with Alex Condon returning, and we take a look at the biggest stay-or-go decisions still looming ahead of the NBA Draft early entry deadline. Then it’s time for Portal Kombat, as some of the top remaining names in the transfer portal continue to shape the offseason landscape. From John Blackwell’s high-profile recruitment to key movement involving programs like Duke, Louisville, Gonzaga, and North Carolina, the board is still shifting in a major way. We also check in on the big boys, Kentucky, Louisville, Kansas, North Carolina, Indiana—and take a closer look at where things stand in the Big East with St. John’s, Providence, Xavier, and Creighton. Plus, your questions answered in our interaction segment, and a fresh edition of 3 Good Nuggets, including a marquee non-conference matchup between BYU and San Diego State, Wisconsin adding a sneaky shooter, and the latest on the transfer portal closing window.

Jon Rothstein chats with new Cincy coach Jerrod Calhoun.

Fresh off winning a national championship, Michigan head coach Dusty May joins Jon Rothstein to reflect on the biggest moment of his career, and what comes next. Just one week after cutting down the nets, May shares why he never seriously considered leaving Michigan, even as his stock skyrocketed, and explains why winning it all hasn’t changed his mindset or approach as a coach. He also provides the latest on key roster situations, including Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr., and where things currently stand. Rothstein and May dive into the grind it took to reach the top, how he’s handling the immediate aftermath of a title run, and what sustaining success at Michigan will look like moving forward.

It’s time for PORTAL KOMBAT WATCH, breaking down the biggest names shaping the offseason, including John Blackwell, Rob Wright, Neoklis Avdalas, KJ Lewis, Markus Burton, Jalen Haralson, and more. The show also features interviews with Michigan head coach Dusty May and Cincinnati head coach Jerrod Calhoun, plus a fan Q&A and three key news nuggets: a marquee Gonzaga–Michigan State matchup set for Palm Springs, continued expansion in the WCC, and the official early entry withdrawal deadline for the 2026 NBA Draft.

Listen on Apple Listen on Spotify  Deep Waters is where the fight game gets real. Live every Monday on YouTube, some combo of Din Thomas, Chris Weidman, Jorge Masvidal, and Dustin Poirier break down the biggest moments in MMA with the kind of honesty and perspective you only get from guys who’ve been in the cage. From fight reactions and bold matchmaking debates to behind-the-scenes stories and unfiltered takes, nothing’s off limits. Each episode hits the biggest storylines in the sport, dives into key fights, and looks ahead to what’s next, with plenty of personality, debate, and chaos along the way. Plus, the live chat is part of the show, giving fans a voice and helping shape the conversation in real time. If you care about the UFC and want more than surface-level analysis, this is where you tap in. Deep Waters, every Monday, live on YouTube. Dive in.

Michigan defeats UConn to win the title. Jon Rothstein reacts!

Jon Rothstein reacts to UNC hiring Michael Malone.

Join Jon Rothstein as he breaks down UConn’s continued dominance under Dan Hurley, Michigan’s surge, and key takeaways from the Final Four. Plus, the latest on North Carolina’s coaching search. 0:00 Intro 1:21 Michigan’s surge 11:06 UConn and Dan Hurley 16:00 North Carolina update 31:10 Questions from the chat 35:20 National Championship prediction

Who will win the 2026 NCAA Tournament? Jon Rothstein reveals his pick for the new champion, preview the Final Four games and discuss the latest news around North Carolina’s coaching search on the latest episode of Inside College Basketball Now. 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - Three Big Things 3:30 - North Carolina is going to take it’s time filling their head coach position 16:50 - Illinois vs UConn Preview 21:30 - Michigan vs Arizona Preview 25:55 - Chat Questions  30:19 - Three Nuggets 31:12 - Games to Watch

Jon Rothstein sits down with Illinois head coach Brad Underwood fresh off a breakthrough run, capturing the raw emotion, perspective, and pressure that come with reaching college basketball’s biggest stage. Underwood reflects on the surreal aftermath of the win, waking up to hundreds of messages, barely sleeping, and realizing that the moment he once dreamed about as a kid has become reality. He opens up about the grind it took to get here, why sharing it with his son made it even more meaningful, and how this experience feels different at this stage of his career. The conversation dives into what makes this Illinois team special, from its size, shooting, and IQ to the character that helped fuel its rise, along with key defensive improvements and standout contributors like Stojakovic. Underwood also discusses navigating the pressure of another Elite Eight, preparing for a rematch with UConn, and staying locked in during a “business trip” mindset in Indianapolis. Plus, he breaks down what it will take for Illinois to take the next step and still be playing on Monday night. 0:00 Intro 0:15 Making the Final Four 1:45 Sharing moment with his son 3:00 Does he feel different? 3:50 Why did this team break through? 4:35 Illinois identity 5:45 Defensive improvements 6:55 Stojakovic! 7:45 Playing on road vs. Houston 8:45 Elite 8 pressure 10:00 UConn-Duke finish 11:30 Playing UConn again 12:30 Final Four close to home 13:20 Business trip in Indy 14:30 Keys to playing Monday

When the stakes were highest, UConn and Duke delivered one of the greatest endings in NCAA Tournament history, and now, Duke has to sit in it.On this episode of Inside College Basketball Now, Jon Rothstein breaks down the instant classic finish, what it means for both programs, and why this moment will stick with Duke moving forward.Plus, Illinois, Arizona, and Michigan punch their tickets to the Final Four, including a dominant run from Michigan and a scorching stretch from Arizona’s Brayden Burries. Rothstein also catches you up on the latest movement in the coaching carousel, including a major contract update for Rick Pitino at St. John’s.And of course, Rothstein delivers his signature Three Good Nuggets: Rick Pitino cashes in at St. John’s Michigan’s historic margin of victory Arizona’s Brayden Burries lighting it up from three If you love college basketball, this is where you tap in.

On the Draymond Green Show, no topic is off limits. In this episode Draymond welcomes Skip Bayless to discuss Michael Jordan, Stephen A Smith, LeBron James, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and they debate whether or not Draymond is really the dirtiest player of all time. 

3 Big Things are headlined by the news of Hubert Davis being out at North Carolina, before shifting into a full Sweet 16 preview across all four regions—East, South, West, and Midwest, as the path to the Final Four comes into focus. In “3 Good Nuggets,” the conversation highlights key angles to watch this weekend, including Joshua Jefferson’s injury status for Iowa State, Houston’s pseudo home-court advantage just minutes from campus, and the pressure on Arizona to break through under Tommy Lloyd. It all sets the stage for a loaded Sweet 16 slate with every game in the spotlight.

Duke head coach Jon Scheyer joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his journey leading the Blue Devils into the NCAA Tournament, reflecting on his first Duke tournament memory and the surreal experience of coaching against Rick Pitino. Scheyer breaks down his transition from player to head coach, the resilience of his team as a 1-seed, and the importance of enjoying the moment during March. He provides updates on key players like Caleb Foster and Patrick Ngonbga, shares thoughts on Cayden and Cam Boozer, and previews Duke’s matchup with St. John’s, including the challenge of their frontcourt and the keys to advancing in the East Region. 0:00 Intro 0:10 First Duke tournament memory 0:30 Coaching against Pitino 1:30 Transition from player to coach 2:20 Trailing as a 1-seed 3:30 NCAA Tourney wins: Relief or joy? 4:10 TCU game5:00 Cayden Boozer 6:00 Caleb Foster chances of playing 6:45 Patrick Ngonbga  7:30 Impressions of St. John's 8:25 Strength of SJU frontline 9:30 Coaching Cam Boozer 10:45 Enjoying the process 12:15 Leading Duke 13:25 Last year's Final Four 14:30 Biggest keys vs. St. John's 15:00 East region

Jon Rothstein chats with Sean Miller to discuss Texas’ run into the NCAA Tournament, reflecting on the past 12 days, what changed after the SEC Tournament, and the pressure of Selection Sunday. Miller shares insight into navigating travel and road environments, embracing the moment, and the unique intensity of March. He breaks down Texas’ defensive improvements, his mindset around a potential Final Four run, and previews the matchup with Purdue, including the challenge of Braden Smith and the impact of Dailyn Swain. Miller also touches on the grind of SEC play, his toughest wins and losses, and the keys Texas needs to advance. 0:00 Intro 0:10 Past 12 days 1:20 What changed after SEC Tournament 2:30 Selection Sunday sweat 3:30 Travel 4:55 Road games 5:45 Enjoying the moment 7:05 Beauty of NCAA Tournament 8:00 Biggest change in Texas 8:45 Thinking about Final Four 9:30 Respect for Purdue 10:40 Braden Smith 11:45 Dailyn Swain 13:20 SEC readiness 14:20 Toughest wins/worst losses 15:40 Keys to Purdue matchup

Jon Rothstein recaps the first week of the NCAA Tournament, breaking down each region, from Duke surviving a scare in the East and St. John’s reaching its first Sweet 16 since 1999, to Iowa stunning defending champion Florida and Nebraska’s dream season continuing in the South. The West sees Purdue take care of business and Texas flip its season, while the Midwest features Michigan and Alabama looking like contenders and Iowa State continuing to battle. The show then shifts to a full Sweet 16 preview before hearing from Duke head coach Jon Scheyer and Texas head coach Sean Miller. Rothstein also runs through the latest coaching carousel news across the country and wraps with key nuggets, including the ACC’s struggles, Purdue’s tournament-tested core, and Kentucky’s issues without a true point guard.

Jon Rothstein breaks down the First Four matchup between NC State and Texas before breaking down the matchup between SMU and Miami, breaks down his national title contenders and gets into what makes Texas Tech and UNC so heartbreaking. (0:00) Intro (2:00) First Four - Texas/NC State recap, SMU/Miami (OH) Preview (9:38) How many teams can win a national title? (16:49) My heart breaks for Texas Tech & North Carolina (20:10) Job market continues to turn in CBB (24:00) Chat Questions (27:25) News & Notes (28:02) Games to Watch

Jon Rothstein breaks down the bracket.

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Syracuse coaching legend Jim Boeheim joins Jon Rothstein to talk about some of the most unforgettable moments of his career, including Syracuse's 6OT win in the Big East tournament in 2009 being one he'll never forget. He also takes inventory of the ACC tournament, including Cayden Boozer stepping into the starting lineup for Duke, and who some other teams are that could make the Final Four. They finish by discussing Syracuse's head coaching opening, and what makes this "the most important thing he ever does in his life" when it comes to the new athletic director hiring the team's next head coach. (0:00) Intro and Welcome (0:12) Syracuse's unbelievable Big East tournament run 20 years ago (1:11) Why he'll never forget the 6OT win over UConn (2:35) Carmelo Anthony was 'unreal' in team's 2003 title run (3:56) Why geographical advantages matter in the NCAA tournament (5:50) What Cayden Boozer brings to Duke's starting lineup (9:49) Why Jim Boeheim is a fan of Miami Ohio being in the tournament: "I wouldn’t want to play them" (11:47) What makes Rick Pitino such a great coach (13:53) As long as Rick Pitino can blow a whistle he'll be coaching (14:53) Off-the-radar teams that could make the Final Four (16:54) On Red Autry's time at Syracuse and not having enough NIL funds (19:24) How coaching at Syracuse changed moving from the Big East to the ACC (21:18) Gerry McNamara is taking Siena to the NCAA Tournament: "Really proud of him" (23:11) Should the next head coach of Syracuse have ties to the school? "Get the best coach possible" (25:58) Is Gerry McNamara ready to take over at Syracuse? (27:14) Importance of keeping busy in retirement (28:11) Jim Boeheim says THIS game is the BEST game he ever had a team play

Jon Rothstein previews some of the BIGGEST conference tournament matchups ahead of Thursday's slate of games while also breaking down the bubble and the coaching carousel. What makes this the WORST bubble in March Madness history Conference tournament breakdown Taking a look at the Coaching Carousel & What to keep an eye on News & notes + Five games to watch

Jon Rothstein sits down with Michigan head coach Dusty May to discuss the Wolverines’ remarkable finish to the regular season and what he’s learned about his team. May explains how the loss to Duke helped refocus the group, the challenge of navigating February scheduling, and what losing LJ Cason has meant for the rotation and bench development. He also dives into Elliott Cadeau’s impact, the lessons he’s taken from March Madness throughout his career, and why he’s focused more on improvement than Final Four expectations. Plus, May reflects on Big Ten Tournament strategy, the influence of Bob Knight’s philosophy, Morez Johnson Jr.’s growth, and the biggest keys for Michigan as it prepares for the NCAA Tournament. 0:00 Intro 0:15 29-2 to finish regular season 0:35 What he has learned about his team 1:20 Loss to Duke 2:10 February scheduling 2:45 Outright Big Ten season title but losing LJ Cason 4:20 What he's learning about his bench since Cason injury 5:25 Elliott Cadeau 6:15 Pressure at FAU 9:00 Highs & low of March Madness 10:30 Never thinks about going back to Final Four 11:00 Where Wolverines can keep improving 12:10 Big Ten Tournament thoughts 14:00 Appreciating the moment 16:30 Auburn matchup last year 17:20 Benefit of Chicago trip 18:20 Thinking about Coach Knight 20:45 Morez Johnson Jr. 21:45 How he'll remember this team 22:45 Biggest keys for tournament run

Four teams — Duke, Michigan, Arizona, and Florida — have separated themselves as the clear top tier in college basketball as conference tournament week begins. Jon Rothstein breaks down why those four programs stand above the rest and what it means for the race for No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament. Plus, hear from Michigan head coach Dusty May on where his team stands entering the postseason. We also take a deep dive into the conference tournament brackets across the ACC, Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, and SEC, react to the final AP Top 25 of the season, and run through the latest news and notes from around the country — including Nebraska tying a school-record 26 wins under Fred Hoiberg, St. John’s winning the Big East regular season title outright for the second straight year under Rick Pitino, and Donovan Dent’s incredible assist-to-turnover stretch for UCLA. Finally, we highlight several potential bid stealers to watch as championship week unfolds.

Jon Rothstein is joined by North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis for an exclusive interview. Hubert Davis breaks down the Tar Heels season so far, provides injuries updates for key players including Caleb Wilson and discusses what it will take for his team to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. (00:00) Intro (00:07) Flashback To 2022 Win Over Duke (1:20) Success Despite Injuries (2:20) Why Injuries Could Help Team Be Better (3:59) Caleb Wilson Latest (6:00) Importance of Derek Dixon (7:09) Where Seth Trimble’s Shot Ranks In Top Memories (8:47) Keys For UNC To Make Deep Run

Jon Rothstein breaks down the latest headlines in college basketball, including why Darius Acuff is the best PG in the country, Big Ten / Big East updates and why this year’s bubble lacks pop. He also states his case for the current award races and provides his All-American teams. (00:00) Intro (1:49) Darius Acuff Best PG In CBB (5:03) Purdue, Michigan State & Michigan Talk (11:39) Big East Tournament Talk (14:26) NCAA Tournament Bubble Lacking Pop (18:11) Rothstein’s All-American Teams (22:05) Hubert Davis Update On Caleb Wilson (27:48) Coach Of The Year Discussion (30:19) Dan Hurley On What Motivates Him (33:30) Sixth Man Of The Year Discussion (38:36) Donovan Dent's Incredible Run (39:31) Jai Lucas Appreciation (40:27) Dark Side Of March (42:20) Top Games To Watch (43:32) Under-The-Radar Games

Jon Rothstein sits down with Dan Hurley to discuss UConn’s 27–3 season and what’s driving the Huskies as March approaches. Hurley reflects on his first March Madness memory, the different perspectives that come with championship expectations, and key moments from Alex Karaban’s development to this year’s “comeback” narrative. He breaks down UConn’s non-conference approach, whether the Big East should expand its schedule, the St. John’s matchup and potential rematch, and how this team compares to his recent title squads. Hurley also dives into the growth of Jaylin Stewart, Silas Demary Jr., Tarris Reed Jr., and Braylon Mullins, the importance of geography in the NCAA Tournament, lessons from past Final Fours, and what continues to fuel him as he chases another championship. 0:00 Intro 0:10 First March Madness memory 0:45 Different perspectives on March Madness 1:40 Alex Karaban moment 2:50 Karaban prototype in recruiting 4:00 How is UConn 27-3? 5:05 Non-conference in February 7:00 Should Big East go to 18-game conference sked?  8:30 St. John's matchup 9:30 Possible rematch vs. St. John's in conference tourney 12:00 "Comeback" this season 13:00 Comparing to title teams 14:55 This year's bench 16:30 Jaylin Stewart 16:55 Silas Demary Jr.  18:30 Tarris Reed Jr.  20:20 Importance of geography in NCAA Tournament 21:45 Making tournament at Rhode Island 23:45 Braylon Mullins 25:30 Thinking about another title 26:35 Final Four learnings 28:30 His driving force 31:00 Keys for UConn

The race for the final No. 1 seed is on as Florida and UConn battle for the last spot on the top line. We break down what the committee could value most — and whether Michigan and Purdue should be facing real concern in the Big Ten. Plus, why Duke’s defense deserves more respect, Brayden Burries’ rise at Arizona, Jon Rothstein’s reaction to the latest AP Top 25, key news from around the country, and the must-watch games that could shape the week ahead.

Celebrate the beginning of the month with Mr. March, Jon Rothstein.

Jon Rothstein is joined by Illinois head coach Brad Underwood to preview the team's upcoming game against Michigan, including his early impressions of the Wolverines and what makes them so tough to beat. The two also dive into what makes this one of the best teams Underwood has coached at Illinois and how they're better than the Elite Eight team from two years ago, plus what it will take for them to make it back to the Final Four and even win a national title. (0:00) Intro & Approaching 10-year anniversary of Stephen F. Austin tourney run (1:10) Taking a mid-major to the Elite Eight versus Illinois (2:17) The emotional roller coaster taking his first power conference gig (3:48) On recent OT losses and why Illinois has a shot at a Final Four (5:16) Why preparations didn't change around UCLA trip: "Might as well be in Siberia" (6:47) How Illinois is 22-6 (7:28) What makes this team have a higher ceiling than previous Illinois squads (8:14) What sets Keaton Wagler apart from other players (10:15) How injuries have helped Illinois (11:39) What makes Zvonimir Ivisic the wild card for Illinois (12:21) First impressions of Michigan: “Don’t have many weaknesses” (13:50) Michigan’s bench doesn’t get enough credit (14:49) On ending the Big Ten national title drought (15:53) How hard it is to prepare for the NCAA tournament with Big Ten tournament championship turnaround (17:49) What makes Illinois “the best job in the country” (19:39) On the Illinois team 2 years ago being Final Four caliber and getting back to the Elite Eight (21:25) Biggest keys for Illinois to be able to make a run at the Final Four

Jon Rothstein breaks down the latest headlines in college basketball, including UConn's statement win over St. John's, Todd Golden possibly being underrated as a head coach and previewing Virginia-Duke. (0:00) Intro  (1:45) UConn sends a message against St. John’s (9:58) Is Todd Golden underrated as a head coach? (16:31) Virginia/Duke headlines a great stretch of hoops (22:32) Chat Questions (27:27) On NCAA tournament expansion  (30:09) 5 Dark horse Final Four teams  (33:20) Three Good Nuggets (34:09) 5 games to watch 

Jon Rothstein is joined by NC State head coach Will Wade to relive VCU and McNeese NCAA tournament memories and break down year one at the helm for the Wolfpack. (0:00) Intro + Will Wade joins the show! (0:30) the 15-year anniversary of the VCU Final Four run (2:25) the VCU run vs. the McNeese tournament win (3:40) Watching March Madness from the sidelines in 2023 (5:05) Being a power conference coach now vs. final year at LSU (6:40) Coaching in ACC vs. SEC (8:40) Being in the triangle with Duke and UNC (10:10) Year 1 in the ACC - “I wish we were more effective” (12:05) Darrion Williams and the conclusion of his college career (13:45) Will’s relationship with Quadir Copeland (15:45) The X-factor for NC State coming down the stretch (17:00) Preparing for Virginia on Tuesday (19:20) One win and one loss that sticks with Will (21:50) A recruit that Will just missed out on (23:30) The key for peak NC State heading into the tournament #collegebasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #WillWade #NCState 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Jon Rothstein is back to recap a loaded weekend on Inside College Basketball Now. Duke and Arizona get huge wins over Michigan and Houston on Saturday in three big things. Then, UConn and St. John's will play on Wednesday with the Big East regular season title hanging in the balance. Jon rounds out the show with Monday's AP Top 25, college basketball notes and games to watch this week. (0:00) Intro (2:00) Duke makes a major statement against Michigan (12:05) Arizona delivers yet again at Houston (22:25) The stage is set for UConn & St. John’s on Wednesday (32:22) Rothstein Reaction: New AP Top 25 (35:13) News & Notes + Games to watch this week #CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein #Duke #Michigan #Arizona #MarchMadness #UConn #StJohns #NCAATournament 🎥 WATCH • Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live • Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider 🎧 LISTEN • Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18 • Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867 📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en ▶︎Gary Parrish: https://twitter.com/GaryParrishCBS ▶︎Matt Norlander: https://twitter.com/MattNorlander ▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein 📖 READ • More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long. 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

Jon Rothstein breaks down the biggest headlines in college basketball, including Darius Acuff being one of the best freshmen PG in John Calipari's career, UConn's loss to Creighton, previewing Duke-Michigan and MORE. (1:30) Is Darius Acuff the best freshman PG to ever play for John Calipiari? (12:55) Creighton shocks UConn, Huskies’ 1-seed in jeopardy  (19:45) Duke/Michigan highlights an elite Saturday in college hoops (27:38) Chat Questions & Talking St. John's Golden Era (34:42) 5 Bubble Teams that need to start winning (41:34) 3 Good Nuggets (42:47) Games to Watch & Under-the-radar Games