March Madness 365: MBB with Andy Katz

Indiana forward Trayce Jackson-Davis discusses his decision to return to Indiana for his sophomore season. Andy begins ranking his Top-20 returning players for this upcoming season. Maryland head coach Mark Turgeon shares how he has continued to educate himself on racial injustices. Turgeon builds his ‘Dream Player’ with Andy from ten specific characteristics of former players. Andy ranks his top-10 team captains from 2010. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Villanova head coach Jay Wright joins Andy Katz to discuss how his team continues to have conversations about racial justice while separated because of the pandemic. Wright builds his ‘Dream Player’ with Andy from ten specific characteristics of former players. Andy ranks his top-10 players for basketball IQ since 2000. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kentucky head coach John Calipari joins Andy Katz to discuss his partnership with the McLendon Foundation Minority Leadership Initiative. Calipari builds his ‘Dream Player’ with Andy from ten specific characteristics of former players. Andy ranks his top-10 athletes from NCAA title runner-ups. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes discusses social change from a collegiate level and the challenges of planning for a season during the pandemic. Barnes builds his ‘Dream Player’ with Andy from ten specific characteristics of former players from Tennessee and Texas among others. Penn’s Jelani Williams explains his father’s ‘A Long Talk About The Uncomfortable Truth’ initiative. Andy ranks his Top-10 Glue guys since 2010. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo discusses racial inequality and moving forward with college athletics. Izzo builds his ‘Dream Player’ with Andy from ten specific characteristics. All six men’s DI head coaches in Mississippi discuss the impact of removing the Confederate symbol from the state flag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins discusses the current climate throughout college athletics. Huggins builds his ‘Dream Player’ with Andy from ten specific characteristics. Davidson guard Kellan Grady talks about how he drew inspiration from his grandmother’s activism in South Africa. Andy ranks his top-10 clutch players in March Madness the last 10 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Auburn Tigers head coach Bruce Pearl talks about the racial tension in America and the discussions he’s having with his players. Bruce reminisces over his top players to build his 'Dream Player' with Andy. Texas Tech guard Kyler Edwards expresses how he’s using his voice to express his feelings about the racial climate in America and shares the openness of the Texas Tech team. Andy ranks the top-10 three-point shooters since 2011. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida State head coach Leonard Hamilton talks with Andy about current climate in America and the racial inequality he faced when he first started coaching. Gabe Kalscheur, University of Minnesota guard, discusses how many college athletes are expressing themselves regarding the social injustices occurring in America and how the atmosphere on college campuses will be different at Minnesota. Andy ranks the top-10 rebounders of the past ten years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy starts this week's episode addressing the killing of George Floyd and other social injustices that face the Black community with a statement from Syracuse head coach Jim Boehiem and the NCAA President Mark Emmert. Boeheim talks with Andy about building his dream player using ten different character traits from former players. Boeheim shares his hopes for the Orange this upcoming season and the renovation update on the Carrier Dome. Andy ranks his top 10 defenders since 2010. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Hall of Fame head coach Roy Williams builds his dream player with Andy using ten specific character traits. Williams discusses the origin and importance of the secondary break for the Tar Heels. Andy ranks his top 10 favorite bucket getters who scored at least 2000 points from the past 10 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s Senior Showcase, Andy ranks the top five performances from Michigan’s Zavier Simpson and Seton Hall’s Myles Powell. Simpson reflects on his time with former Michigan head coach John Beilein and what he remembers most from the Wolverines’ 2018 national championship run. Powell discusses being the first in his family to graduate college and gives his take on the toughest players to face in the Big East. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our Senior Showcase continues this week as Andy ranks the top games for Michigan State Spartan Cassius Winston and Maryland Terrapin Anthony Cowan Jr. Cassius Winston talks about his growth on and off the court and how Tom Izzo pushed him to be a better player. Anthony Cowan Jr. speaks on why he chose to stay close to home and his relationship with Maryland head coach Mark Turgeon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week in our Senior Showcase, Marquette guard Markus Howard and Penn State forward Lamar Stevens rank the top five performances of their career with Andy. Markus Howard shares how training with his brothers helped him get tough shots off while playing at Marquette. Lamar Stevens reflects on how the Nittany Lions' basketball program improved over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oregon Duck Payton Pritchard and Utah State Aggie Sam Merrill The Senior Showcase continues this week as Andy ranks Oregon Duck Payton Pritchard's top performances of the season and Utah State Aggie Sam Merrill's top 5 performances of his career. Payton Pritchard shares how he built trust with his head coach in order to have the ball in his hands during those clutch moments. Sam Merrill reflects on his senior season and how the coaching staff elevated his level of play.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of MM365, Andy ranks the best performances of Kansas Jayhawk Udoka Azubuike and Butler Bulldog Kamar Baldwin. Udoka discusses with Andy about how he's preparing for the NBA draft and how he constantly thinks about his family in Nigeria during the pandemic. Kamar Baldwin reflects on how the season unfolded and gives Andy his thoughts on his top 5 performance of his career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy breaks down his first Power 36 for 2020-21. Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes explains how he's staying in touch with the players and looks ahead to next season. FSU's head coach Leonard Hamilton shares how the Seminoles' chemistry developed throughout the year. Kansas guard & Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Garrett discusses why he thinks the Jayhawks have serious national title implications. Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert gives Andy a preview of the Zags' experience heading into next season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy speaks with former UMBC Retriever Jairus Lyles about the 2018 UMBC memorable win over the Virginia Cavaliers. Former Michigan Wolverine head coach John Beilein describes the Trey Burke game tying shot against Syracuse in 2013 and his thought process while seeing Trey's shot. Former Illinois head coach Bruce Weber tells the story of how the Illini pulled off a 15 point comeback against Arizona in the 2005 tournament. Kris Jenkins says why the 2016 championship game against the UNC Tar Heels is the best championship game of all time. Andy predicts the Final Four matchups of the best March Madness Moments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy gives an update on the March Madness Moments bracket matchups. Ryan Odom, UMBC's head coach, talks with Andy about the Retrievers' 2018 March Madness upset victory against UVA and the teams' thought process throughout the game. Bryce Drew, former Valparaiso basketball player, relives his buzzer-beating shot against Ole Miss from 1998 with Andy. Former Badger Brandon Koenig speaks about his game-winning three-point shot against Xavier in 2016. Villanova head coach Jay Wright touches on the 2016 Kris Jenkins National Championship shot against UNC. Dereck Whittenburg from the NC State National Championship team dives into the details of the tournament run the Wolfpack went on with coaching legend Jimmy V.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz breaks down the new March Madness Moments social media tournament bracket. Andy catches up with Mitch Henderson, point guard for that Cinderella Princeton team, about being on the winning-side of one of the most improbable upsets in Tournament history. Danny Ainge joins in on the episode to talk about his emotional game winner in 1981. Former Nevada Wolf Pack head coach Eric Musselman relives Nevada's historic comeback vs. Cincinnati. Roger Powell Jr. of that 2005 Fighting Illini team speaks with Andy about their come-from-behind victory. Dan Wetzel, author of Glory Road, talks the historical impact of Texas Western Miners, the first team to win a title with an all-black starting lineup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz reacts to the cancellation of the NCAA men's basketball Tournament. NCAA vice president of men's basketball Dan Gavitt joins to explain the unprecedented process of decision-making that ultimately led to cancellation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz speaks with Obi Toppin of the Dayton Flyers about how the Flyers have developed throughout the year and what makes this team so special. ESPN's Bracketologist Joe Lunardi talks with Andy about which teams he thinks are in, out or on the bubble. Andy ranks his top ten All-Americans and his pick for National Player of the Year. Basketball sports broadcaster Dan Dakich dives into why he thinks Greg Gard is Coach of the Year, his thoughts on each conference and how the tournament is wide open. Andy & March Chadness look ahead to the upcoming week & discuss the most intriguing matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz talks with Virginia head coach Tony Bennett about how the team has evolved throughout the year, the changes they need to make defensively and the mindset they will need heading into the tournament. UCLA head coach Mike Cronin shares his thoughts on the Bruins' young team and how the adversity they have faced has built trust between them. Andy ranks the best coaches come tournament time. Fighting Illini freshman center Kofi Cockburn speaks with Andy about the expectations he set for himself this season and the brotherly bond he's formed with Giorgi Bezhanishvili. Andy & Chad look ahead to the upcoming week & discuss the most intriguing matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The distinguished data analyst Ken Pomeroy speaks with Andy about the specifics of his Kenpom ranking system, how the ranking system affects bubble teams and makes an early prediction on which team could make a deep run in the tournament. Andy ranks his Top-10 toughest home court advantages in college basketball this season. BYU head coach Mark Pope speaks on why the Cougars have the best locker room in the nation and Maryland's head coach Mark Turgeon talks about the loss against Ohio State and their mindset heading into the last stretch of the regular season. Andy and March Chadness look ahead to the upcoming week & discuss the most intriguing matchupsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Georgetown's Patrick Ewing speaks with Andy on the Hoyas overcoming adversity. San Diego State star Malachi Flynn speaks on the Aztecs historic season. Andy ranks his Top 10 National Championship Contenders. Former Butler star Matt Howard reminisces on the Bulldogs' historic run in March Madness 10 years ago and the Gordon Hayward shot that nearly shocked the world. Conference USA Commissioner Judy MacLeod explains their unique scheduling late in the season where the best teams play each other leading into the conference tournament. Andy and March Chadness preview and predict the upcoming week's top games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy speaks with Duke guard Tre Jones about the Blue Devils' season thus far and how they have improved throughout the season. Seton Hall guard Myles Powell talks about the Pirates most recent win against Villanova and the relentlessness of his teammates. Andy Ranks the 10 teams that could crack the top 4 lines come March. Kevin White, Chair of NCAA Men's Basketball Committee sheds light on the Committee's Bracket Preview selection process. Andy and March Chadness look ahead to the week's upcoming matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN's Joe Lunardi joins Andy to talk bracket predictions and the revolving door at the top of the basketball rankings. Andy ranks his top ten most balanced teams in college basketball. Louisville's Head Coach Chris Mack explains how his team has been improving throughout the season and Michigan's Head Coach Juwan Howard discusses how his veterans have impacted the team. March Chadness and Andy lookahead to the weeks upcoming matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz pays tribute to Kobe Bryant. Fox Sports's Tim Brando reflects on some of his favorite calls and moments from his career. Andy ranks his top ten toughest teams in the country. Michigan State's Tom Izzo speaks on what it takes to win a Big Ten and National Championship in this basketball era and Jim Boeheim sheds light on the Orange's recent winning streak. Andy and March Chadness look at this week's upcoming matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sporting News Writer Mike DeCourcy speaks with Andy to debate Player of the Year. Andy ranks his top ten Sophomores of the season. Texas Tech's Chris Beard explains how the Raiders deal with adversity and Kentucky guard Immanuel Quickley talks how his role has changed throughout the season. Andy and March Chadness look ahead at this weeks most intriguing matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bruce Pearl speaks about Auburn's undefeated record. Andy Katz ranks his potential March Madness teams with the biggest question marks. Wichita State's Gregg Marshall shares his thoughts on the 2OT victory at UConn, KPI creator and Michigan State administrator Kevin Pauga breakdown Andy's latest bracket prediction. Andy makes his weekly picks with March Chadness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz catches up with Fox Sports broadcaster Steve Lavin about his coaching experiences and how Gene Keady influenced him over the years. Andy ranks his top 10 toughest conferences through January. Myles Powell speaks about his teammates stepping up in clutch moments and Dayton's Obi Toppin describes how he elevated his game to become one of the best players in the country. Andy makes his predictions for this week's upcoming games with March Chadness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy speaks to college basketball legend Dick Vitale about this rollercoaster season and which teams are flying under the radar. Dickie V reveals his favorite games and players of the decade. Andy ranks his top ten teams of the decade that did not win a title. Butler's head coach LaVall Jordan talks about the development of his players and keeping the Butler name at a high caliber. San Diego State's head coach Brian Dutcher, sheds light on his teams resilience and maintaining momentum throughout the season. Andy and March Chadness look at this week's upcoming matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz speaks to Gonzaga's head coach Mark Few on bringing UNC to Spokane and the madness early in the season. Andy ranks his Top 10 Teams of the Decade. FOX Sports' Gus Johnson reflects on his favorite gameplay calls over the years, and Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde dives into the passionate & heated Louisville-Kentucky rivalry. Andy looks ahead and picks the winner of the most intriguing matchups for the upcoming week with March Chadness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz talks with Kansas HC Bill Self about the Jayhawks journey from losing on opening night to securing the #1 ranking in the country. Andy ranks his Top-10 breakout freshmen who were ranked outside the preseason Top-20 recruiting rankings. NCAA Director of Media Coordination/Statistics David Worlock joins to explain the new NET rankings and how it will impact March Madness. Andy looks ahead and picks his most intriguing matchups for the upcoming week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz catches up with Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors at teammate Draymond Green's Michigan State jersey retirement ceremony. ESPN analyst Robbie Hummel joins to break down the entire college basketball landscape. Andy ranks his Top-10 most surprising teams of the season thus far. Maryland senior guard Anthony Cowan Jr. joins to talk about the Terps 10-0 start. Andy looks ahead and picks his most intriguing matchups for the upcoming week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz talks with Stephen F. Austin forward Nathan Bain about his game-winner to upset #1 Duke, and the outpouring of support for his family's recovery from Hurricane Dorian (7:35). West Virginia HC Bob Huggins joins to talk about the Mountaineers 7-0 start (19:38). Andy ranks his Top-10 Player of the Year contenders (33:00). ESPN's Jimmy Dykes joins to discuss the Battle 4 Atlantis and how Michigan is proving the experts wrong (39:45). Andy looks ahead and picks his most intriguing matchups for the upcoming week (1:02:25)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Katz talks with Texas guard and leukemia survivor Andrew Jones about his incredible journey to get back on the court (7:00). Duke guard Tre Jones joins to talk about the Blue Devils establishing a defensive identity, and winning the 2K Empire Classic (15:15). Andy ranks his Top-10 from the past week (19:55). ESPN's Joe Lunardi joins to discuss November trends that could matter in March (22:16). Andy looks ahead and picks his most intriguing matchups for the upcoming week (34:30).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many predicted Florida to be a Final Four team this season, but their 0-2 start proves that may not happen! Head Coach Mike White explains what he and the team need to do to right the ship, what he expects of Kerry Blackshear Jr. moving forward, and the shooting improvements he's already seeing in Scottie Lewis. North Carolina freshman point guard Cole Anthony speaks to upholding the Anthony name, being his own man (despite his dad's success at both the college and NBA levels), and the most challenging aspect of making the jump from highschool to college. And Pac-12 Network and LA Clippers announcer Don Maclean talks about the Pac12's great start, and why they were able to make such improvements as a league. He also weighs in on UCLA, USC, Oregon, Arizona and Washington! Plus a new #KatzRankz, Andy's Top 10 of the week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brendan Quinn from The Athletic was at the Michigan State game on Sunday night when Cassius Winston took the court following the tragic loss of his younger brother, Zachary, and talks about Cassius' incredible performance among the support of his dad, brother, and basketball family. Ohio State head coach Chris Holtmann's team is off to a 2-0 start, and is preparing to face Villanova and in-state rival, Cincinnati. He speaks to his team's tough schedule, and his hopes for their season. And Markus Howard from Marquette weighs in on the team's improvements from the summer, why he's focused on diversifying his own game, and what makes the Wisconsin rivalry great.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The regular season is finally here! Andy Katz welcomes in all four coaches from each of the top-ranked teams in this year's Champions Classic, and previews the 2019-20 season. Tom Izzo discusses Michigan State's experienced roster and all that comes with being ranked #1 (3:30). John Calipari talks about the defensive identity of the #2 Wildcats and learning from last year's Champions Classic (10:34). Andy gives his picks for All-American teams by ranking his top-10 players in college basketball (17:25). Mike Krzyzewski talks about #4 Duke's talented freshman class, returning leaders, and a wide open field (22:00). Bill Self talks about the imposing frontcourt of the #3 Jayhawks and integrating newcomers. Andy looks ahead and breaks down the most intriguing matchups during Opening Week (32:29). NCAA Senior VP of Basketball Dan Gavitt joins to talk storylines and rules changes for the 2019-20 season (46:15)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Big 12 preview show, Andy Katz is joined by ESPN's Fran Fraschilla to breakdown the Conference's biggest stories (4:30). Andy ranks his Top-10 players in the Big 12 for the upcoming season (14:50), talks with Shaka Smart about the Longhorns quest for consistency (18:35), catches up with Scott Drew about Baylor and Conference depth (23:50), and chats with Preseason All-Big 12 selection Devon Dotson about the Jayhawks (27:41). Andy talks with Bruce Weber about expectations for Kansas State (32:38), and discusses Iowa State's unique Home Court advantage with Steve Prohm (36:33), before looking ahead to his locks and bubble teams from the Big 12 in March (40:15).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the SEC Conference Preview with Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl, Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes, Florida's Kerry Blackshear, Jr., and Tom Crean from Georgia! Bruce Pearl addresses the tournament expectations on Auburn, and how their style of play may change with 5 returners and 8 newcomers. Rick Barnes explains why he loves the leadership that Tennessee has already cultivated after losing Grant Williams, and why he thinks Tennessee deserves another tournament run this season. And Kerry Blackshear Jr., discusses his reasons for transferring home to Florida, and the lessons he learned at Virginia Tech. Plus, former Ole Miss head coach turned SEC Network analyst, Andy Kennedy, breaks down the conference team-by-team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this ACC preview show, Andy Katz is joined by ACC Network analyst Carlos Boozer to breakdown the biggest stories in the Atlantic Coast Conference (7:25). Andy ranks his Top-10 players in the ACC for the upcoming season (16:30), catches up with Roy Williams about the new-look Tar Heels (20:33), talks to Virginia senior Braxton Key about the Cavs reboot (26:00), and chats with Chris Mack about building a foundation at Louisville (32:00), before looking ahead to his locks and bubble teams from the ACC in March (38:47).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Big Ten preview show, Andy Katz is joined by Big Ten analyst and former 1992 Player of the Year, Jim Jackson, to breakdown the biggest stories within the Conference (5:44). Andy ranks his Top-10 players in the Big Ten this season (14:23), catches up with Mark Turgeon about Maryland's high expectations (18:07), talks to Michigan senior guard Zavier Simpson about playing for new head coach Juwan Howard (21:56), and chats with Fred Hoiberg about bringing a winning culture to Nebraska (26:32), before looking way-ahead to his locks and bubble teams from the Big Ten in March (31:51).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a preview of the Pac-12 with Arizona State head coach Bobby Hurley, and Casey Jacobsen from FS1 and the Pac-12 Network. Coach Hurley talks about his returning players, the expectations for the upcoming season, who has potential to make the tourney in the Pac-12, and how his personal experience has contributed to the success of ASU. And Casey Jacobsen and Andy break down who they believe to be the top 4 in the Pac-12, which teams are on the bubble, who might this season's sleeper, which players have a shot at Player Of The Year, and why Casey believes Mick Cronin is the perfect coach for UCLA. Plus, Andy's Top 10 Pac-12 players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan Nwora is Andy's pre-season ACC Player Of The Year, and his school, Louisville, is one of Andy's pre-season #1 seeds heading into the season. Jordan talks team chemistry, their expectations and goals for this year, and what he did this summer to improve not only his game but also his leadership skills. Then ESPN analyst Seth Greenberg explains why he's so high on Maryland, how he feels about Michigan State as the predicted winner of the Big 10, and what Chris Beard has done to turn Texas Tech into a successful program. Then North Carolina Central head coach LeVelle Moton weighs in on how he's built such a successful program, the challenges that HBCUs typically face when it comes to funding and TV contracts, how programs like his can recruit 5-star type talent in the future, and what his experience was like with Team USA's gold-winning U19 team this Summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes talks about losing Grant Williams to the NBA and the Boston Celtics, and how he plans to fill the hole left in his roster. He also talks about the change in the 3-point line, how they're preparing to face Kansas in Kansas in January, and the importance of work ethic and culture. Then Penn State Senior Forward Lamar Stevens updates the status of his team, and explains why Marion Jones is going to be a key piece to the team's success. He talks about improvements he hopes to make in his own game, and the challenge of overcoming last year's losing record. Plus, Assistant Athletic Director Kevin Pauga from Michigan State, who created the KPI, one of the 6 metrics that the NCAA men's basketball selection committee uses to determine selections and seedings, joins to discuss Andy's preseason bracket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kentucky head coach John Calipari shares the key to Kentucky's consistent success over the last 10 years, and explains how he plans to grow that legacy over the next 10! He offers insight to this year's roster, schedule, and some thoughts on how the new 3-point line will likely impact the game. Then Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl talks about the effect that last year's Final Four run is having on this year's team, how recruiting has changed, and why Auburn's pre-season ranking at #24 is legit! He also talks about what practice has been like with 5 returning Seniors, and 8 newcomers including 6 freshman. And ESPN's Fran Fraschilla caught a lot of basketball over the Summer, and breaksdown what he saw from Texas Tech, Georgetown, and Memphis. He also has thoughts on Texas, TCU, and Baylor, and why the balance in the Big 12 will make it hard to pick a worst team in that league. Plus, Andy's 5 schools that he knows he's going to be wrong about!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Final Four in the Team Of The Decade tourney has been decided, and Andy's got three of the four team coaches. Michigan State Hall of Fame Head Coach Tom Izzo speaks to the importance of the fan base and building a lasting culture as a means of success. He also updates Joshua Langford's injury rehab, and explains what Andy's pre-season National Player of the Year, Cassius Winston, has been working on this Summer. Then Matt Painter from Purdue checks in with news from Carson Edwards first summer with the Boston Celtics, and how Coach Painter plans to fill the void left in his roster as a result of Carson being drafted. And UCONN's Dan Hurley says UCONN's move to Big East next year is a huge win for the fans! He talks about the effect that the move is already having on recruiting and the program's culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas Tech sophomore guard, Kyler Edwards, shares details from the Red Raiders Bahamas trip, and explains why he thinks the team's primed for another NCAA tournament run this coming season! Then Georgia Tech head coach, Josh Pastner, has thoughts on the ACC as a league, his incoming freshman, USC transfer Jordan Usher, and the strength of their upcoming schedule. And Mike DeCourcy from the Sporting News and the Big Ten Network breaks down the Big Ten schedule, the team of the Decade, and his potential preseason number 1. Plus, Andy's 5 Most Important Big Ten games in December.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DePaul University Head Coach Dave Leitao shares expectations for his team which includes two-time transfer Charlie Moore. He also addresses the violation of the coach control rule by a former DePaul associate head coach, and how Leitao and his staff will handle the 3-game suspension that Coach Leitao is forced to serve as a result. And he pays tribute to Student Manager Aameer Sahi whom the team lost to cancer last week. Then USC's Andy Enfield joins to speak candidly about last year's disappointing season (and what exactly derailed it), and how he hopes to improve this season. He also weighs in on "one and done" players and the value they bring any team, the state of the Pac12 this season, and what he hopes the league as a whole can do better this year. Plus, Andy's Top 5 impact players of the Summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices