Half-Court Press

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest Nebraska and Creighton transfer portal news, as well as the schedule announcement for the next NU-CU basketball game.</p> <p>The guys talk about what went into the decision to move the Huskers-Bluejays game originally set for Saturday, November 23 to the Friday night prior due to the Nebraska home football game on the 23rd.</p> <p>Next, the duo break down what the teams got in their latest portal additions before briefing the audience on the latest from Trey Alexander and Ryan Kalkbrenner and their upcoming decisions.</p> <p>Finally, the guys end the episode by talking about CU's assistant coach hire after Jalen Courtney-Williams left for LSU.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss how transfer portal season is going for Nebraska and Creighton men's basketball. </p> <p>The two analyze the three Husker additions, including recent commits Rollie Worster and Gavin Griffiths. Creighton hasn't had as much significant movement, putting the Bluejays in an intriguing predicament.</p> <p>They close out the episode discussing potential destinations for portal talents from the state, such as Chucky Hepburn and Frankie Fidler.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the latest Nebraska and Creighton transfer portal news and begin to look ahead to the offseason after the Bluejays loss to Tennessee. </p> <p>The guys predict each team's starting five based on who's left on the roster, and Jon goes into a deep dive on CU's challenges with Trey Alexander and Ryan Kalkbrenner's futures undecided. </p> <p>Lastly, the duo look at the potential transfer targets and who may be coming this spring. </p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker recap the past week of March Madness, with Creighton winning a classic 2nd round matchup over Dana Altman and Oregon, and Nebraska's dream season coming to a close.</p> <p>The guys begin by talking about why the Huskers fell to Texas A&M in the first round and what the future for the program looks like.</p> <p>Next, the two break down how the Bluejays match up against the Volunteers, what the keys to a CU win will be and Jon gives a prediction for the game.</p> <p>The duo also discuss potential transfer targets for both teams before giving a brief update on each other's bracket. </p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the matchups and give their predictions for Nebraska and Creighton in the NCAA tournament.</p> <p>The duo talk Nebraska vs. Texas A&M. Will the Huskers win their first NCAA tournament game and what will it take to beat the Aggies? How big of a role will Keisei Tominaga play?</p> <p>They also discuss the importance of Ryan Kalkbrenner, particularly in the Akron matchup, and how far the Bluejays will go? Will the Jays reach the Final Four?</p> <p>The two close out with their predictions for both teams.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the upcoming Big Ten and Big East tournaments and give their predictions for Creighton and Nebraska.</p> <p>The duo opens with Greg McDermott's contract extension and how it will allow the coach to retire at Creighton.</p> <p>They then move onto Nebraska clinching a No. 3 seed — and more importantly, a double bye — in the Big Ten tournament, and break down what the Huskers' potential matchups will be.</p> <p>The two discuss Creighton's potential matchups in the Big East tournament and the elite basketball that will be played in New York this week.</p> <p>They also look at what will happen in the Big Ten tournament if Purdue gets knocked out.</p> <p>They close out with their predictions for Creighton and Nebraska in their conference tournaments.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker talk why Nebraska and Keisei Tominaga particularly are the perfect Cinderella story for March Madness. Plus why Creighton's Baylor Scheierman is the unicorn of college basketball.</p> <p>The duo open with Nebraska's win over Minnesota — that keeps looking like a better win — and the unfortunate, but understandable, loss to Ohio State.</p> <p>They also discuss how the Huskers, particularly Keisei Tominaga, are the perfect Cinderella story for the NCAA tournament.</p> <p>The two also look at Creighton's loss to St. John's — and Rick Pitino's now iconic white suit — and dominant win over Seton Hall. </p> <p>Wilson and Jon discuss how matchups, not seeding, is what matters to the Jays in the NCAA tournament, and the impact Baylor Scheierman has had for CU.</p> <p>They also break down where both teams currently are in the bracketology and which players will be walking in both upcoming Senior Days.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss which was more unlikely: Creighton's win over No. 1 UConn or Nebraska's road win over Indiana.</p> <p>The duo opens with the Jays' historic win over the top-ranked Huskies and how Creighton didn't really do anything different to defeat UConn.</p> <p>They then turn Nebraska's road win over Indiana, including Keisei Tominaga's performance and what the victory does for the Huskers' NCAA resume.</p> <p>The two take a quick look at where both teams will possibly see themselves seeded in the NCAA tournament.</p> <p>They take a look at Creighton coach Greg McDermott's comments on the rumors of him taking the Ohio State or Louisville jobs. </p> <p>The duo closes out with a discussion on what teams do after upsetting a No. 1 team and other big wins.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the Big East teams beating up on each other benefits Nebraska basketball's NCAA tournament hopes.</p> <p>The duo also discuss Nebraska's continued struggles on the road, and how history has shown that the Huskers must win one or two of their final three road games to make the NCAA tournament.</p> <p>They close out with a look at Creighton's difficult run through the final leg of the regular season, and what one more marquee win could mean for the Jays' seeding in the Big Dance.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker recap of crazy week of basketball for both Creighton and Nebraska and look ahead at their NCAA tournament chances.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Nebraska's continued struggles on the road and how Creighton's February schedule is tournament prep for the Jays. </p> <p>The duo open with a at the night-and-day difference between the Huskers playing at home and on the road.</p> <p>They then move onto Creighton's win over DePaul during the Pink Out game.</p> <p>They briefly look at the Jays upcoming game against Butler before moving onto Nebraska vs. Wisconsin.</p> <p>They close out with a look at how the difficult final run of Creighton's regular season is prep for the NCAA tournament and a broad look at college basketball.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Nebraska basketball's chase for a spot in the NCAA tournament and look ahead to Creighton's upcoming schedule.</p> <p>The duo opens with Nebraska men's basketball's recent wins (Northwestern on Alumni Day and Ohio State) and if this could this mean a potential return to the NCAA tournament for the Huskers.</p> <p>They also discuss the status of Juwan Gary's calf strain and his impact on Nebraska basketball.</p> <p>They also break down Rienk Mast's performance against Ohio State. </p> <p>They also discuss Creighton's recent wins over Seton Hall and Xavier and the Jays' schedule ramping up this February. </p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down a down week for Nebraska basketball and Creighton's loss to No. 1 UConn.</p> <p>The duo open with a recap of Nebraska's loss to Iowa and Creighton's win over St. Johns.</p> <p>They then move to Creighton's loss to No. 1 UConn and what cost the Jays' the game.</p> <p>The two then discuss Nebraska's overtime loss to Rutgers and the many opportunities that slipped through the Huskers' fingers in the game.</p> <p>The duo move on to Juwan Gary's injury and what that means for Nebraska.</p> <p>They close out with a look at the next games for Nebraska (vs. Northwestern) and Creighton (at Seton Hall).</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Nebraska's win over No. 1 Purdue and coach Matt Painter's comments on the court storm.</p> <p>The duo also look at how the Huskers' win might mean that Creighton will face a possible No. 1 team next week — UConn.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the latest Nebraska and Creighton basketball games, including the Huskers' beatdown of Indiana and the Jays bouncing back from a loss to Marquette.</p> <p>The guys then have a deeper discussion about what parts of the game CU is struggling with, and how it's looking to improve before talking about whether it's time to hit the panic button. </p> <p>The two then wrap up the episode by previewing both teams' weekend opponents. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down two chaotic weeks for Nebraska and Creighton men's basketball.</p> <p>The duo also take stock of where each program is heading into the new year.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the latest storylines from Creighton and Nebraska basketball, including a look at the Huskers' crucial Big Ten win over Michigan State.</p> <p>The guys begin by discussing Creighton's rout of Central Michigan and how the big takeaway from the win is the Bluejays' finding consistency from the '4' or power forward position and what Mason Miller and Isaac Traudt can provide to a team full of explosive scorers already. </p> <p>Wilson then takes a deep dive into the Huskers' past week including a look at what went wrong vs. the Gophers and how big Saturday's win over Michigan State was for the team's psyche moving forward. </p> <p>The two end the episode by previewing what's ahead for both squads as nonconference play winds down.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker recap Creighton's win over Nebraska and look at both team's current trajectory.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon and Wilson Moore introduce new Creighton beat writer Jon Walker, and the three preview the annual rivalry game between Creighton and Nebraska.</p> <p>The crew starts by introducing Jon and his college basketball background.</p> <p>They then move into previewing the Husker-Bluejay matchup on Sunday (Dec. 3).</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon and Wilson Moore break down break down Nebraska and Creighton's latest wins, plus take a look at the state of the Big East and Big Ten so far.</p> <p>The duo opens with a look at Nebraska's 5-0 start to the season and Josiah Allick's ability on defense.</p> <p>They also take a look at the state of the Big Ten so far.</p> <p>Sam and Wilson then move onto the Big East and Creighton's upcoming games in Kansas City.</p> <p>They close out with a look ahead at Nebraska's game against Duquesne and will the Huskers be 7-0 when they take on the Bluejays?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon and Wilson Moore break down Creighton's high scoring win over Iowa and what the game possibly means for Nebraska who plays both teams.</p> <p>The duo opens with a recap of Creighton vs. Iowa and how the Jays looked and what that game means for Nebraska who will play both teams.</p> <p>They then turn to Nebraska's evolving lineup and the Huskers' game against Oregon State in Sioux Falls, S.D.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon and Wilson Moore are joined by Tom Shatel to discuss their first impressions of Creighton and Nebraska after both played their season openers.</p> <p>The three debate on how this Bluejay team is different from last year's Elite Eight run and break down CU's offensive explosion vs. Florida A&M before talking about the team's improved depth and bench play.</p> <p>Next, the guys talk the biggest takeaways from Nebrasketball's opening win over Lindenwood, including the debuts of Josiah Allick and Rienk Mast and what those big men will do to help NU's offensive strategy.</p> <p>The podcast wraps with a brief review of the Huskers and Creighton's 2024 recruiting classes as National Signing Day finishes up.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon and Wilson Moore discuss what expectations are for Creighton and Nebraska basketball and keys for both teams to achieve those goals before the regular season kicks off next week.</p> <p>Wilson begins by breaking down the Huskers' exhibition game vs. Doane last weekend where several NU players weren't available or injured. The two give the latest updates to the bizarre assault incident with Rienk Mast, Keisei Tominaga's ankle, and more. </p> <p>The guys talk about how Nebraska, and specifically players like Mast, will need to perform to make a NCAA tournament bubble run or a NIT berth.</p> <p>Sam then gives his take on the Jays' path trying to get back in Final Four contention and how an easier nonconference schedule may lead to higher prospects for the team heading into March.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon once again joins the show — this time with Wilson Moore — to run through both Nebraska and Creighton's complete roster with exhibition games for both teams looming. </p> <p>Wilson then breaks down the construction of Nebraska basketball's roster and its strengths and weaknesses in each position group. </p> <p>The two debate how this team can be more flexible with a group of versatile multi-position athletes but also question NU's ability to defend and the question marks at the point guard position with Sam Griesel moving on. </p> <p>The duo wrap up the episode by doing the same roster rundown for Creighton and where its strong suits are but also question marks like replacing Ryan Nembhard, what kind of leap Trey Alexander can take, and filling in the "four" spot. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi hops on for his last podcast with Wilson Moore and the two discuss what they learned from Nebraska at Big Ten media days and Creighton at its own in-house media day.</p> <p>Wilson breaks down why he believes the Huskers will be improved with a roster that was carefully crafted by Fred Hoiberg with a winning formula that worked down the stretch in the conference last February. </p> <p>Joel then explains why he's back and forth on what Creighton's ceiling can be, what the Bluejays' primary issues are, and who Greg McDermott will be counting on to make a leap this season. Plus, a conversation on the Jays' Elite Eight rings.</p> <p>The duo wrap up the episode with a Q&A on Joel's favorite memories while on the Creighton beat, his favorite stories, and more before he makes his farewell to the show.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Wilson Moore discuss what each learned from Creighton and Nebraska's first open practice of the 2023 basketball season and give their takes on what each team has in store during conference play. </p> <p>The duo open the pod by breaking down the breaking news from the NBA with Damian Lillard being traded to Milwaukee.</p> <p>Joel then runs down what portions of the Bluejays' Big East schedule will be toughest, including a conversation about just how deep the league is and its semblance to the Big East from the '80s. </p> <p>Wilson gives his own takeaways from NU's Big Ten schedule before Joel gives a recap of CU's practice that included watching an improved Issac Traudt, what coach McDermott is needing from Trey Alexander this year without point guard Ryan Nembhard, and how Steven Ashworth will be used to provide more explosive shooting.</p> <p>Wilson wraps up the episode by exploring what the expectations are for the Huskers, what fascinates him about the team's varying pieces, and a new addition that impressed him the most. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi is joined by new co-host Wilson Moore who has taken over the Nebraska basketball beat. Joel goes into a Q&A-type session to help listeners get to know the new voice. </p> <p>Wilson and Joel then discuss how their careers have crossed paths before meeting up at the World-Herald together, where their passion for basketball began, debate what the greatest arenas in college basketball are, and more. Wilson also gives his overall impression of where the NU program is at this moment. </p> <p>Joel then breaks down some of the big moves the Bluejays are making recruiting-wise for the 2024 class before getting into a hypothetical conversation about what the Creighton basketball brand would look like if Greg McDermott were to leave. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon give their observations from Creighton's three wins in the Bahamas and Nebraska's victories in Spain. </p> <p>The duo begins with CU and what coach Greg McDermott will need out of Trey Alexander this season from a facilitator standpoint but also providing rim pressure.</p> <p>Joel then discusses some of the players he noticed took big strides in their growth and improvement such as Mason Miller and Fred King, before talking about where Virginia transfer Issac Traudt fits in the rotation.</p> <p>Sam then talks Nebrasketball and gives updates on several players who were not in Spain due to injury or playing for their international teams (21:15). </p> <p>The two wrap up the podcast with a brief scouting report from Joel on NU's latest addition — guard Jerron "Boogie" Coleman — who spent a year at Mizzou while Joel was on that beat, and Lorenzi gives his thoughts on sports gambling's impact to the college game (28:45). </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon take a look at the latest commit for Creighton men's basketball and the international trips for both the Bluejays and the Huskers.</p> <p>The two start by breaking down four-star forward Jackson McAndrew's decision to commit to Creighton and how he can contribute.</p> <p>They then turn to the Jays' upcoming trip to the Bahamas, looking at who we can expect to see on the court and what CU can gain from the trip.</p> <p>They close out with Nebraska's first exhibition game in Spain.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Sam McKewon breaks down recent updates on Nebraska men's basketball, including who is injured, what the shorthanded Huskers can accomplish in Spain and a look at their latest commit.</p> <p>Sam opens with a look at who is injured and who is available to play for the Huskers on their international trip.</p> <p>He then turns to which position and players can most benefit from the Spain trip and Nebraska's lack of rebounders during those exhibition games.</p> <p>He closes out with a look at Nebraska's latest commit, Matar Diop, and what he can add for the Huskers.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon predict who the contenders will be this season in the Big East, who each team lost and added in the offseason, as well as where they sit on the totem pole in relation to Creighton at the top of the conference. </p> <p>The two take a close look at Villanova and discuss where that program's path is headed after a relatively disappointing season. </p> <p>The pair then have a conversation on who they believe will be some of the surprising teams, including the three programs who have introduced new head coaches this summer. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon are joined by special guest Tom Shatel to talk about what the 2023-24 Creighton Bluejays will look like after the May 31 deadline announcement that Trey Alexander will return to CU for his junior season.</p> <p>Joel breaks down what went into Alexander's decision-making process, including the coaching staff's sales pitch to the guard. The three talk about what his new role will be on a different roster and how Trey will be utilized with the new pieces, along with what this team's bench unit and overall expectations should look like heading into a loaded Big East conference. </p> <p>The group also discuss what Keisei Tominaga's return will do for a Nebraska team searching for a postseason berth and what his future holds in the pro game either in the NBA or back home in Japan. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon discuss Joel's trip to the NBA Draft Combine, how the Creighton players performed in Chicago and what the future holds for Nebraska and Keisei Tominaga.</p> <p>The duo open with what it is like to attend the Combine before taking a look at how Bluejays Trey Alexander, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Arthur Kaluma performed.</p> <p>The two break down Creighton's "Dooms Day" scenario where neither Alexander or Kalkbrenner return to the school and how the Jays coaching staff would have to "scramble" to find replacements in the transfer portal.</p> <p>They then turn to Nebraska and the feedback Tominaga may be receiving as he works out with NBA teams.</p> <p>They close out with a brief look at the differences between Nebraska's and Creighton's programs.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon take a look at the new additions to the Creighton and Nebraska men's basketball teams.</p> <p>The duo start by breaking down the Jays' latest commits — Brock Vice and Johnathan Lawson — and how they will fit in Creighton's lineup next season.</p> <p>After a brief discussion on the NBA Combine vs. the NFL Combine, Joel and Sam turn their attention to the Huskers.</p> <p>They look at the benefits of adding Iowa transfer point guard Ahron Ulis, especially since he is already familiar with the Big Ten. They also examine how a connection to Fred Hoiberg might have led to him commit to Nebraska.</p> <p>The two then discuss "the heck of an addition" Josiah Allick and why he is coming to Nebraska.</p> <p>They close out the podcast with a look at the players who have left both NU and CU, and who will be an NCAA tournament team next season.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon break down the Creighton and Nebraska players who have declared for the NBA draft — and who may come back.</p> <p>The duo opens with a look at Trey Alexander and Arthur Kaluma entering the draft and which of the two may come back to Creighton next season.</p> <p>They then discuss Ryan Kalkbrenner's future before moving on to Ryan Nembhard committing to Gonzaga.</p> <p>They close the Creighton section with a look at the Bluejays' recent commit — Sterling Knox.</p> <p>The two then turn to Keisei Tominaga entering the draft pool and what that could mean for Nebraska going forward.</p> <p>They close out with a discussion of Hunter Sallis' visit and how Bryce McGowens could influence Sallis' decision.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon look at how Ryan Nembhard's decision shocked Creighton men's basketball and where the Bluejays go from here.</p> <p>They open discussing Nembhard's decision to enter the transfer portal and where he is likely to land.</p> <p>They follow that by breaking down what the other Jays may or may not plan to do and who Greg McDermott is targeting in the portal.</p> <p>Then they break down who is visiting Nebraska and if the Huskers can land the Latrell Wrightsell-Hunter Sallis package deal.</p> <p>They close out with who will advance to the NBA Finals.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon look at why getting caught up in way too early rankings for next season can be a cautionary tale for Creighton fans. </p> <p>They look at who has departed from the Jays' roster and who might be returning. </p> <p>The crew also looks at Nebraska missing out on a big transfer target and where the Huskers might turn now for a point guard. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon look back at the shocking end to Creighton's season against San Diego State in the Elite Eight.</p> <p>The foul, the free throw, the fury: The crew looks at all angles of the game including what may have happened in overtime. </p> <p>They then switch their attention to what is next for Creighton including several Jays with decisions to make about the NBA or transfer portal. </p> <p>Later in the show, they look at possible transfer portal targets for both Creighton and Nebraska including Isaac Traudt. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon recap Creighton's massive win over Baylor and preview the Jays' Sweet 16 matchup with Princeton.</p> <p>They look at Ryan Nembhard's huge effort against Baylor, amid Creighton's best game of the season.</p> <p>The crew breaks down the Jays' matchup with giant killer Princeton and how Creighton can avoid a similar fate to Arizona and Missouri.</p> <p>They close the show with a look at rest of the remaining bracket including a possible showdown with No. 1 Alabama. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon take a deep dive into Creighton's NCAA tournament selection and ask why the Jays are a 'hipster pick' when filling out a bracket. </p> <p>They preview Creighton's matchup with N.C. State and take a look at Baylor and the other potential games for the Jays in Denver and beyond.</p> <p>Later in the show, they predict how far Creighton will go and make their Final Four picks. </p> <p>They close the episode with a look at the potential off-season moves for Nebraska basketball including going hunting in the transfer portal.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi, Sam McKewon and Tom Shatel breakdown Creighton's and Nebraska's paths through the Big East and Big Ten tournaments.</p> <p>They discuss how much pressure is actually on Creighton this week, considering they are setting pretty in the NET rankings. </p> <p>Later in the show, the crew makes their predictions on who is in and who is out, when the NCAA tournament brackets are revealed on Sunday.</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Sam McKewon look at a rough week for Creighton and how concerning a two-game losing streak is?</p> <p>They also discuss Nebraska's surge and what it will take to make the NIT.</p> <p>Later in the show Joel and Sam get into a spirited debate over the Big Ten and Big East players of the year before pondering if Fred Hoiberg will be the conference coach of the year.</p> <p>They close the show with a look at possible NCAA tournament bracket paths for Creighton and ask if the Big 12 conference is overrated?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Dirk Chatelain discuss if Creighton can still win the Big East and if Fred Hoiberg and Nebraska are entering the NIT zone. </p> <p>They also debate if you can only choose one, what would you rather have? A Big East title for Creighton or a deep NCAA tournament run.</p> <p>We look at Fred Hoiberg and the resurgent Nebraska basketball team and ponder a path to the NIT for the Huskers. </p> <p>They also declare that we could all use a little more Keisei Tominaga in our lives. </p> <p>They close the show with a look at if Creighton will be a trendy seed in the NCAA tournament and debate the nation's best conference. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Dirk Chatelain look at five big questions about Nebraska and Creighton basketball for the rest of the season.</p> <p>They also discuss 'angry mode' Fred Hoiberg and the Huskers win at home over Ohio State. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Dirk Chatelain look at Creighton's three-game winning streak and Nebraska's two big games ahead.</p> <p>They preview the Jays matchup at UConn and the Huskers chance at two-straight wins against Minnesota and Illinois. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Dirk Chatelain look at the huge TV audience for Creighton's Christmas Day game and discuss if this could become a trend for the Jays.</p> <p>They also discuss Creighton women's brutal stretch with losses to three of the top 25 teams in the country including UConn. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Dirk Chatelain look at the shocking turn of events that is Creighton's season so far. </p> <p>They also try to get a handle on what Nebraska has to do to pull off any upsets in conference play.</p> <p>They finish the show with a look at which conference is stronger entering league play: the Big Ten or the Big East?</p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>Joel Lorenzi and Dirk Chatelain look at one the most stunning results of the Nebraska vs Creighton rivalry with the Huskers' win over the Jays. </p> <p>They discuss the very different paths forward now for both teams and look at the level of concern with Creighton and the potential revitalization of Fred Hoiberg at Nebraska. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>On a new episode of the Half-Court Press, Joel Lorenzi is joined by Dirk Chatelain to preview huge holiday tournaments ahead for Creighton and Nebraska. </p> <p>They discuss the big challenge awaiting the Jays in Maui and ask if Nebraska is ready for the brutal schedule gauntlet the next few weeks. </p> <p>Later in the show they look at the evolution of Creighton big man Ryan Kalkbrenner, who is showing out on offense as much as defense so far this season.</p> <p>Dirk closes the show with a little 10 question quiz to dive into the deep basketball mind that is Joel Lorenzi. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

<p>On a new episode of the Half-Court Press, we bid farewell to Nebraska basketball beat writer Jimmy Watkins.</p> <p>Before that emotional moment, Jimmy and Joel Lorenzi discuss the early surprises with Creighton and Nebraska basketball. </p> <p>They look at Baylor Scheierman's early impact on Creighton and discuss how excited anyone should be about the Huskers being 2-0.</p> <p>Jimmy closes the show with a disturbing story involving the hijacking of a Starbucks bathroom for nearly an hour to get a quiet phone interview with Fred Hoiberg. </p><p><a href="https://www.omaha.com/" rel="payment">Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>