The Assembly Call IU Basketball Podcast and Postgame Show

On Sunday afternoon, Indiana played terrific basketball for 18 and a half minutes, turning a 9-point halftime deficit into a 7-point lead late in the second half. But a series of a miscues and bad decisions down the stretch cost Indiana a huge home victory. After the game, our crew broke it all down, and also reacted to the tragic news about Kobe Bryant, on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod and RyanAmong the topics discussed:— They key stretches in the second half featuring Trayce Jackson-Davis down low, one with Joey Brunk and the other with De'Ron Davis.— What led to Indiana's collapse and where the blame lies.— Jerome Hunter's breakout game finally came, on both ends of the court.— Devonte Green's up and down day.— Why Rob Phinisee had a good game ... except when it mattered most.— How to process the conflicting feelings of Indiana playing well and continuing to improve, but pissing away a victory in winning timing.And our thoughts on Kobe Bryant's sad, shocking death in a helicopter accident.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.****Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Thursday night, in front of a raucous Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall crowd, Indiana stayed committed to playing through the post on offense while harassing Cassius Winston on defense. It culminated in yet another close victory in which the ball was in Winston's hands at the end but the Hoosiers made the final big play defensively. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— Joey Brunk's key late rebounds and his importance as the anchor of the offense.— Another impressive performance from Trayce Jackson-Davis, especially given the skill of the defenders he was facing.— The essential timeliness of Armaan Franklin's buckets.— A slew of coaching moves by Archie Miller that put his team in position to win (and one that we questioned).— The importance of Race Thompson's first half impact.— Al Durham and Rob Phinisee weren't great, but did what was necessary to lead Indiana to victory.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We discuss whether Joey Brunk shooting more needs to be a thing and how IU matches up against Maryland and Michigan State. Plus: whether Rutgers is built to last, if Iowa will have another late-season swoon, and how many Big Ten backcourts he would take over IU's. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday night, Indiana earned its first road win of the season by dominating down low against Nebraska. The Hoosiers also made some shots, both from 3 and from mid-range, that were a welcome sight after the brickfest at Rutgers. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and Alex Bozich from Inside the HallAmong the topics discussed:— Trayce Jackson-Davis and Joey Brunk controlling the game for Indiana from the inside.— An uneven night for Indiana's guards overall, but some especially encouraging play from Armaan Franklin mixed in.— The major impact Jerome Hunter made in his short stint.— Some important plays Indiana made down the stretch that kept Nebraska at arm's length.— The importance of Justin Smith's production and presence.— Why this win mattered so much with the schedule that is coming.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we discuss the urgency of Saturday's game at Nebraska, and then take another deep dive into trying to figure out why this Indiana basketball program can't shoot. We also look at Archie Miller's history to see if he has a track record of poor shooting teams and poor development of individual shooters. And then we discuss whether IU fans should lower their expectations for this season given what has already happened and the gauntlet of a schedule that lies ahead.All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and RyanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Wednesday night, Indiana fell behind 12-0 right out of the gate and lost 59-50 on the road at Rutgers. While it was better than Indiana's previous two road performances, that isn't making anyone feel better after watching Indiana brick shot after shot after shot. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Coach, Ryan, and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— What's up the shooting? Seriously.— Indiana's inability to get the ball inside.— No seriously, what's up with the shooting?— Another struggling performance from the guards.— No, FOR REAL: what does this program need to do to have better shooting?— Why Justin Smith's performance wasn't quite as good as his box score numbers suggest.— Probably more about the shooting, but also some talk Indiana's solid (albeit not enough) defensive effort.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's abbreviated edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy stops by for his weekly chat about IU and the Big Ten. What did he make up Indiana's win over Ohio State? Why are Big Ten home teams so dominant this year? What should IU fans expect on the road at Rutgers and Nebraska this week? All that and more (plus a special guest appearance at the very end) on this edition of Banner Monday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana delivered its best 40-minute defensive effort of the season to beat Ohio State. The Hoosiers also got much-needed production from Rob Phinisee and Devonte Green in the backcourt. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod and RyanAmong the topics discussed:— The importance of Indiana's upper-classmen -- especially Devonte Green -- bouncing back in the second half after an unproductive first half— Rob Phinisee's impact in helping Indiana get off to good starts in each half— Why this was the best game of Jerome Hunter's career— The strong post defense of Joey Brunk, De'Ron Davis, and Trayce Jackson-Davis— The importance of Indiana delivering this performance on this particular dayWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we reflect on Indiana's victory over Northwestern, kick around some ideas for what shortened rotations might actually look like for Indiana, and then we answer a bunch of listener questions.All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Ryan, Andy, and CoachSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Wednesday night, Indiana faced what felt like a must-win home game against struggling Northwestern and found themselves down 10 in the 2nd half. But the Hoosiers overcame another midgame malaise to storm back for an essential albeit ugly win.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and COachAmong the topics discussed:— The effort of Joey Brunk and Al Durham, which set the tone for Indiana's comeback— The roller coaster night for Justin Smith— Why Trayce Jackson-Davis was, yet again, the best player on the floor for Indiana— Devonte Green's extremely disappointing performance— The good and bad from Archie Miller— What do Archie's postgame comments mean big-picture for this team?We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy joins Jerod to discuss Indiana's struggles on offense, his current top four teams in the Big Ten, and why a coach's ability to make in-game adjustments is overrated.Then Ryan Phillips joins for a jam-packed mailbag that covers Indiana's anemic offense, what's wrong with Rob Phinisee, how Indiana's future recruits project as shooters, how Indiana can compensate for its poor shooting, and why the discussions about Khristian Lander's current leaderboard are fairly meaningless.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana received another Big Ten road butt kicking, losing to Maryland 75-59. Indiana cut it to 3 at one point in the second half, before Maryland became the latest team to go on a massive second half run that the Hoosiers had no answer for.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— Joey Brunk was the lone bright spot for Indiana— What does Indiana need to do -- besides just get better shooters -- to run more effective offense?— The leadership issues that are being highlighted by the these big opponent runs— What's up with Rob Phinisee?— What's the bigger issue for Archie Miller: the message or his ability to communicate the message? (Or both?)— Why does Coach Tonsoni chase his wife around the living room after shows? (Seriously, make sure you listen to the after-show stuff. You won't want to miss it on this show.)We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we deliver our immediate reactions to Indiana's crushing Gator Bowl loss, preview Saturday's game at Maryland, and then dive into a bunch of end-of-decade topics like our all-decade teams, the best wins and losses, and fairly simply answer to this question: "Was this a successful decade of Indiana basketball?"Plus a bunch of after-show talk with Coach about Indiana's issues with guard play and consistency from the upperclassmen.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and CoachSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Sunday evening, Indiana built a double-digit second half lead against visiting Arkansas before getting dominated late and eventually losing by seven. Trayce Jackson-Davis was dominant in the first half but was unable to get enough touches in the second half, so the Hoosiers were unable to counter the Razorbacks' second half 3-point barrage.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Coach, Ryan, and ChadAmong the topics discussed:— Another impressive performance from Trayce Jackson-Davis, despite his inability to get involved in the second half.— Why didn't Archie Miller make more lineup changes in the second half when things were going wrong?— What impact did Al Durham's first half ejection have on the final result?— What could/should Indiana have done to get Trayce more touches?— Was Indiana's defense actually a moderate bright spot?— Why Indiana will struggle in every game when its guards play as badly as they did on Sunday night.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we reflect on Indiana's victory over Notre Dame, take stock of where the team sits with one non-conference game left, and then discuss a few individual players whose development over the next couple of months will be key if Indiana is to end its NCAA Tournament drought.And then we open up the mailbag to answer a bunch of listener questions -- including giving our All-Decade IU Team. All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Coach, Ryan, and Chatmob ChadSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana built a 17-point second half lead on Notre Dame thanks to excellent defense and a commitment to going inside. Then it all evaporated, including the lead. But Armaan Franklin and Trayce Jackson-Davis rescued Indiana late as the Hoosiers secured another important non-conference win.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod and RyanAmong the topics discussed:— Why Armaan Franklin's mentality in this game was so encouraging for the type of player he can be for Indiana moving forward.— So ... what happened there when Indiana collapsed in the second half? And who is to blame?— Why this was one of Indiana's best overall defensive performances of the season.— What Justin Smith needs to do more consistently to take the next steps as an offensive player.— How Joey Brunk set the tone for Indiana with this strong first half, which Trayce continued in the second half.— A few areas for improvement that were highlight by Al and Devonte's play.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we discuss the retirement of Fred Glass, the importance of the next two weeks for Indiana with the Big Ten gauntlet awaiting thereafter, and we answer a whole bunch of your questions.All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Coach, Andy, and Galen Clavio from Crimson CastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Jerod Morris is joined by Mike DeCourcy for his regular chat about IU and the Big Ten, then Ryan Phillips stops in to discuss Fred Glass' sudden retirement and answer a bevy of mailbag questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Friday night, Indiana played some of its worst defense of the season that nearly led to a disastrous home loss to hapless Nebraska. But Trayce Jackson-Davis' fantastic second half, and strong work on the glass and at the line, allowed Indiana to escape with the win. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— How Trayce Jackson-Davis recovered from a poor first half to put Indiana on his back in the second half and overtime— The defense. What the hell?— How Nebraska's gameplan was well-suited to taking advantage of Indiana's weaknesses— How Justin Smith paired nicely with Trayce in the second half to give Indiana the inside scoring it needed— The key plays from Rob Phinisee and Damezi Anderson down the stretch— Some coaching decisions that just didn't make senseWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we discuss Trayce Jackson-Davis finally showing up on a 2020 Big Board and assess the benefits and drawbacks of an 11-man rotation, which Archie Miller has said he's committed to rolling with (at least for now).We also provide some important perspective on Indiana's strong start, look at the dominance of home teams in the very early stages of Big Ten play, and answer a wide range of questions about the following topics:• Why is Ryan such a coward? • Would Archie have recruited a player like Devonte Green?• Do we need better 3-point shooting to win in Big Ten play?• How many minutes should Indiana play with Trayce at the 5? • What's an acceptable win/loss record over the next six games?• What will help our half court offense become more productive?• Which Big Ten teams will perform better/worse than their non-conference play suggests?• How do our big men compare to other teams in the conference?• Should we go with a smaller lineup to start games?• Would you feel comfortable laying 17 points against Nebraska on Friday?Yeah, there were a lot of questions. We had fun answering them!All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and Ryan*****Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday night, Indiana overcame a tough start and poor shooting to grind out a hard-fought victory over UCONN in Madison Square Garden. Rob Phinisee made a huge impact in his return to the lineup, helping to bring Indiana back in the first half and then closing out the win in the second half. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— Why Rob Phinisee had such an outsized impact in only 13 minutes of play.— The tale of two halves for Joey Brunk and Al Durham.— What are we to make of Archie's lineup decisions? (And how great are his baseline out of bounds plays?)— Why Justin Smith was Indiana's unsung hero— More encouraging minutes from Jerome, Armaan, and Damezi— Why Devonte Green played better than his shooting line might lead you to assume.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana was non-competitive against one of the least imposing teams Wisconsin has fielded in the last two decades. The supposedly defensive-minded Hoosiers allowed the 112th-ranked offense in the country to score north of 1.4 points per possession. And Indiana's offense wasn't much better.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and Ryan***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we discuss what must happen for Indiana to end its losing streak at Wisconsin against a Badgers team that is just 4-4 on the season. We also discuss the importance of the Big Ten's strong start to non-conference play and go on the record with some over/under predictions for Big Ten play.And then we answer questions about the following topics:• Is Devonte best suited to coming off the bench, even if he still plays starter minutes?• Who has impressed us more: Armaan or Damezi? (Do we really have to choose??)• Which Wisconsin players concern us the most?• What Big Ten victory in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge was the most impressive?• If we win on Saturday, where will we be ranked?• Why does Race not play in the second halves of games?• Does the Florida State win impact recruiting?• What underrated storylines will have an outsized impact on Indiana's season from here on out?And a question from Luke that drew the ire of Coach.All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and CoachSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday night, Indiana finally faced a good opponent and the Hoosiers rose to the challenge. The Hoosiers led by 11 at the half, then saw Florida State steadily grind the lead down. But Indiana responded with impressive toughness and effort down the stretch, which paired nicely with the scintillating display of Devonte Green's play-making and shot-making skills that put the game away. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— Why Devonte Green led Indiana with more than just his shooting and play-making, but also with this toughness and effort.— Another performance from Justin Smith that suggests he's truly turned over a new leaf as a junior.— The critical two-minute stretch in the second half that Trayce Jackson-Davis owned for Indiana, which saved the lead against Florida State's last gasp.— Why it was a tale of two halves for Al Durham.— Armaan Franklin's performance, and how he contributed mightily by doing the little things again and again, all night long.— The best performance of Damezi Anderson's young career.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code CYBERASSEMBLY at homefieldapparel.com to get 30% off (through Friday) your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of Banner Monday: Mike DeCourcy joins us to talk about IU and the surging Big Ten; then Ryan stops by to help Jerod answer mailbag questions; and finally Jerod gives his thoughts on Tuesday night's matchup against Florida State ... and why he's uncharacteristically pessimistic about the Hoosiers' chances. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana defeated South Dakota State in a game that can best be described as ... meh. The Hoosiers lacked focus and felt lethargic at times, but strong individual performances by Justin Smith and Trayce Jackson-Davis allowed Indiana to overcome the lackluster overall team performance and complete November undefeated. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— How Trayce fought through defense designed to slow him down and deliver yet another stat-sheet-stuffing performance filled with highlight plays.— How Justin Smith refused to simply take what SDSU's defense was giving and impressed with his offense decision-making.— The struggles of Indiana's guards to get anything going toward the basket and to make good decisions with the basketball.— What are we to make of Jerome Hunter after seven games?— Why this game was a positive one for Damezi Anderson as he looks to solidify his bench role.— How the issues present over the last 60 minutes of basketball will really hurt Indiana in upcoming matchups if they aren't fixed.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.*****Remember to use the promo code IUBLACKFRIDAY at homefieldapparel.com to get 30% off your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Monday night, Indiana exploded out of the gate to a 23-point lead midway through the first half before losing some focus and intensity thereafter. But thanks to Trayce Jackson-Davis' outstanding second half, the Hoosiers were able to nurse a double-digit lead all the way until the final buzzer.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Coach and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— The differences between how Indiana started and finished the game.— The importance of what Trayce Jackson-Davis brought to the table for Indiana, especially in the second half.— How Al and Devonte set the tone for Indiana in the first half, but then struggled (especially with their passing) in the second half.— Some positive signs from Jerome and Damezi in the first half.— Justin Smith didn't stuff the stat sheet offensively, but he did stay locked in on the defensive end.— Why Armaan Franklin's biggest contribution didn't show up in the stat sheet.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% of your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we dig deep to figure out what gut feelings and opinions from Indiana's five cupcake games we actually feel strongly about ... with the explicit caveat that everything is subject to change until we see the Hoosiers actually play someone good. This leads to discussions about Race Thompson's playing time, Devonte Green's ceiling, who will lead Indiana in scoring, and whether the offense or defense will be ranked higher come season's end.In addition, we discuss Juwan Morgan's new NBA contract (and what it means for Archie Miller), Dawson Garcia's decision, what lineup combinations we haven't seen yet that we're intrigued by, what new wrinkles in the offense we like best, and whole lot more.It's a jam-packed edition of Assembly Call Radio. On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and CoachSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Wednesday night, Indiana outscored Princeton by 21 points in the second half after leading by just four at halftime. Adjustments to the offensive scheme and defensive intensity, along with the playmaking of Devonte and Trayce, led the way to the Hoosiers' dominant second half performance.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod and RyanAmong the topics discussed:— Why another flurry of Trayce Jackson-Davis' competitiveness and playmaking sparked the Hoosiers early in the second half.— How Devonte Green impacted the game in all of the ways that he's uniquely suited to do so on this IU roster.— Why the coaches deserve a major hat tip for the adjustments IU made in the second half.— This was the best game of Joey Brunk's young IU career, and why Indiana will need performances like this from him moving forward.— The understated but highly effective and efficient game from Justin Smith.— Why Jerome and Damezi didn't see much playing time in the second half, and why patience will continued to be needed with both.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% of your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy stops by for his weekly chat about IU and the Big Ten (plus a great rant about scheduling), then Jerod and ChatMob Chad answer a handful of mailbag questions before diving into a brief preview of Indiana's upcoming opponent, Princeton.Among the topics we hit during the mailbag segment:• What needs to improve the most between now and Florida State?• What are the best individual defensive metrics to look at• How much should we buy into the overall engagement and chemistry these Hoosiers have exhibited through four games?• Will Coach Knight attend a game this season?• Why is Justin Smith's defensive rebounding percentage down?Plus, Jerod offers up a Banner Moment about Damezi Anderson's ... defense? Yes. His defense.Make note of these URLs:• Subscribe to Banner Morning: bannermorning.com• IU tickets on SeatGeek: iutickets.shop• Homefield Apparel's IU collection: homefieldiu.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday night, Indiana blitzed Troy 100-62 in a game the Hoosiers dominated from the opening tip. In fact, for the first 24 minutes of the game, the Hoosiers looked as smooth and locked in as they have all season.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy and RyanAmong the topics discussed:— Yet another strong performance from Trayce Jackson-Davis— Why Trayce and Race seem to play so well together— Justin Smith's efficient and versatile offensive performance— Why Damezi's shot form isn't one you'd ever teach to someone, but it works for him— The impact Joey and De'Ron had as passers— Al Durham's quiet but effective night, plus the return of DevonteWe also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)***Note: If you want to continue getting our Banner Morning news updates, search for "banner morning" wherever you listen to podcasts. You should find it. If not, email [email protected] and let us know where you're trying to listen.Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% of your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• A look at the Troy Trojans• Anthony Leal, Trey Galloway and Jordan Geronimo sign their NLIs to Indiana• Dawson Garcia updates recruitmentFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.We’ll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in, your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we highlight the most glaring issues that have plagued Indiana's defense through three games, discuss the reasons why these issues may be presenting themselves, and assess what level of concern is reasonable to have at this early stage of the season. We also pinpoint three specific areas that Devonte Green will impact whenever he returns -- two of them on the defensive end of the court.In addition, we talk about Indiana's 2020 recruiting class, the early results of the Gavitt Tipoff Games, and then answer another intriguing plethora of listener questions.All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Jerod, Coach, and ChatMob ChadSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Trayce Jackson-Davis dominates the paint• Indiana's defense continues to struggle• Devonte Green's statusFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday night, Indiana scored another double-digit victory against an overmatched opponent in a game that was a tale of two halves. The Hoosiers shot well but didn't play well (especially on defense) in the first half, but they executed much better in the second half to turn a 7-point lead into a 26-point victory. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and AndyAmong the topics discussed:— Why Trayce Jackson-Davis' six-point flurry in the second half was the pivotal moment in the game and put Trayce's magnificent potential on full display— Archie Miller didn't have his team ready to go from the tip, but whatever he said at halftime certainly proved effective.— Assessing the struggles of Al Durham and Justin Smith— Another encouraging night from Jerome Hunter— Why Race Thompson is earning himself more minutes— Rob Phinisee's understated but pivotal play in leading this IU team through some rough patches.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% of your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Scouting North Alabama• How Indiana's frontcourt will fare against the Lions• Other Indiana teams in the AP PollFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.We’ll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in, your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of Banner Monday (episode #544 overall), Mike DeCourcy stops by for his weekly discussion about IU and the Big Ten, and then Ryan Phillips drops in to help Jerod answer mailbag questions. We also discuss load management, North Alabama, and seemingly outlandish player comps that really aren't that outlandish. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Indiana's defense struggles in second game• Freshmen continue to grow• Juniors lead the way once againFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Saturday afternoon, Indiana defeated Portland State 85-74 in a game that was closer than it needed to be. The Hoosiers executed on their keys of rebounding and ball security, but the defense took another concerning step back.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show (episode #543).On the mics: Jerod and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— Why Rob Phinisee's defense against Boo Boo Woods for a 4-minute stretch in the 2nd half was the key to Indiana putting Portland State away for good.— The encouraging play from Jerome Hunter and Race Thompson off the bench -- including a player comp for one element of Race's game that may make you spit out your drink.— Al Durham and Justin Smith scored well and had some bright moments offensively, but were two of the key culprits in Indiana's defensive struggles.— Why didn't De'Ron play more? Should we be concerned?— The issues with on-ball defense and undisciplined fouling that persisted throughout the game.— Another strong performance from Trayce Jackson-Davis, who continues to impress.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% of your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Portland State preview• IU's guards against the Portland State press• Who will play in the IU frontcourt?For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.We’ll be back next week with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in, your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio, we play a fun game of buy or sell with some of the most prominent narratives from the opening week of the IU basketball season.In addition, we discuss Al Durham's leadership, the home stretch of Dawson Garcia's recruitment, and the rough opening night for the Big Ten.We also answer your questions about Indiana playing two bigs, what the lineup will look like when Devonte returns, our favorite Thomas Bryant memory, and many more.All of that and more on this week's edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and RyanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Indiana's smaller, quicker lineup excels in season-opener• Juniors lead the way• Phinisee getting his rhythm back• Miller not pleased with defenseFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday night, Indiana vanquished visiting Western Illinois 98-65. Al Durham returned to the lineup and sparked Indiana's offense early, and fellow junior Justin Smith was dominant around the basket in tying his career high in points. After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Andy, Ryan, and CoachAmong the topics discussed:— Al Durham's uber-efficient return to the lineup.— Another confident and explosive performance from Justin Smith.— More positives from Indiana's rock-solid freshmen.— Rob Phinisee rebounded from a slow start to alleviate some concerns of IU fans.— The positives and negatives of Joey Brunk's performance— What to take out of Jerome Hunter's 16 minutes on the court.We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)***Remember to use the promo code ASSEMBLY20 at homefieldapparel.com to get 20% of your order of the most unique and comfortable IU apparel that you will find anywhere.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:- IU opens the season against Western Illinois- Who is and isn't healthy for the season opener- Lofty expectations for Trayce Jackson-DavisFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.We’ll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in, your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's edition of Banner Monday, Mike DeCourcy begins his second season of weekly insight on IU and the Big Ten. And then Jerod rolls through a handful of listener questions about Indiana's backcourt injuries, what's most improved/least improved from last season, and what percentage he projects each of IU's primary 3-point shooters to hit this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Kobe Webster leads the way for the Leathernecks• Indiana frontcourt to be tested with 7-foot freshman• WIU coach Billy Wright has Indiana basketball in his bloodFor the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:- Derek Elston leaves the IU men's basketball program- Romeo Langford makes NBA debut - ESPN releases Big Ten season projections For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.We’ll be back tomorrow with a new edition of Banner Morning. Until then, keep your elbows in, your eyes on the rim, and go Hoosiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Assembly Call Radio (episode #539), we go on the record with some predictions for then upcoming season. Frequent question submitter Jay provides us with a series of intriguing over-unders, and we make our picks.In addition, we highlight the positives from Rob's performance against Gannon, get Coach's thoughts from being there in person, discuss Derek Elston's departure from the program, and then answer a whole bunch of listener questions ... which spill into AC After Dark.Make sure you stick around for the discussion about the NCAA's toothless announcement about players profiting off of their name, image, and likeness, as well as what IU player past or present we'd most like to dress up as. All of that and more on this week's special Halloween edition of Assembly Call Radio.On the mics: Jerod, Ryan, and CoachSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Tuesday night, Indiana defeated Gannon 84-54 in its lone exhibition game of the season. The Hoosiers were without Devonte Green and Al Durham, and only had a limited Rob Phinisee, so Armaan Franklin handled the bulk of the ball-handling duties ... and impressed everyone with a well-rounded Assembly Hall debut.After the game, our crew broke it all down on The Assembly Call IU Postgame Show.On the mics: Jerod, Andy, and RyanAmong the topics discussed:— Armaan's impressive performance— What particular skill improvements seemed to manifest themselves in Justin Smith's efficient night (and where he left a bit to be desired) — More examples of Trayce Jackson-Davis' athleticism and competitiveness— Why you can only take so much from an exhibition game in which Indiana didn't have its three top guards— Where Jerome Hunter looked rusty, and where he seemed to find his comfort zone (albeit briefly)— Are Joey Brunk and De'Ron Davis setting up too far away from the basket?We also point out a few meaningful moments you may have missed, go inside the numbers, and hand out our game balls. All of that, and more, on this edition of The Assembly Call.(Music provided by Bob Thompson -- die-hard Hoosier fan and longtime Assembly Call listener.)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's edition of Banner Morning:• Indiana loses secret scrimmage to Marquette • Dawson Garcia visits Bloomington• Indiana football defeats Nebraska, becomes bowl eligible For the links mentioned in this edition of Banner Morning, visit assemblycall.com. Remember to use the URL iutickets.shop to visit SeatGeek for the best prices on IU basketball tickets. That’s iutickets.shop, promo code ASSEMBLY, for $10 off your first purchase.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.