The UM Hoops Podcast

Brendan and Dylan break down what happened to Michigan State in Evanston. They debate what the level of concern should be regarding the Spartans this year and try to sort through some of the issues including defense and perimeter playmaking. Then they dive into the Big Ten with a power ranking draft to sort through the early returns this season.Timestamps:(1:30) What happened in Evanston?(29:13) Big Ten Power Rankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan won its Big Ten opener over Penn State but Brendan and Dylan still aren't sure what to make of this U-M team. They debate how good Hunter Dickinson can be and how all of Michigan's pieces fit together. Michigan State's premiere game against Virginia was canceled but the Spartans knocked off Oakland in a high-scoring affair. The Michigan State conversation focuses on MSU's depth, interior options and what to look for in Big Ten play. Timestamps:(4:39) Michigan(55:55) Michigan State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan's game against NC State on Wednesday night has been postponed. Brendan and Dylan break down the news and what options Michigan has to make up the game or schedule something else. Then they preview each ACC-Big Ten Challenge matchup and make a pick against the KenPom spread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan break down Michigan State's big win at Duke and hit on some key takeaways including Aaron Henry's growth as a playmaker, a potentially elite defense and how the center rotation could shake out after Julius Marble's big night. Then they dive into Michigan's 3-0 start and try to figure out what to make of things as they stand now. The conversation hits on the starting center spot, lineup combinations, Franz Wagner's slow start and what to watch for in a tough(er) test against UCF.Timestamps:(2:55) Michigan State wins at Duke(33:60) What to make of Michigan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan State cruised past Notre Dame and heads to Durham to face Duke in the Champions Classic tonight. Brendan and Dylan dive into that matchup and what to expect in one of the highest-profile games of the 2020-21 season thus far. Then they dive into Michigan's overtime win against Oakland -- what went wrong and what is cause for concern.Timestamps:(04:26) Michigan State-Duke Preview(38:08) What happened in Michigan-Oakland? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The season opener is in the books. Brendan and Dylan discuss Michigan's newcomers, what went well against Bowling Green and where U-M still needs to improve. Then they dive into Michigan State's win over Eastern Michigan and what to expect when Michigan State and Notre Dame face off on Saturday.Timestamps:(5:01): Michigan(32:36): Michigan State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The season is finally here. Michigan will tip against Bowling Green and Michigan State will face Eastern Michigan on Wednesday. Brendan and Dylan discuss where things stand for each program and what they will be watching for on Wednesday. Timestamps:(11:37) Michigan (37:34) Michigan State Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College basketball is eight days away and Brendan Quinn and Adam Jardy dropped the official unofficial Big Ten media poll on Tuesday morning. Brendan and Dylan debate the picks and discuss what this season might look like despite the fact that we still don't have a league schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan react to the big news in Ann Arbor over the last week. Chaundee Brown is eligible to play in 2020-21, where will he fit and what does he do to this team's ceiling? Caleb Houstan committed to U-M on Friday and is the highest-ranked recruit of the Juwan Howard era. Timestamps:(3:42): Chaundee Brown is eligible(25:50): Caleb Houstan commits to Michigan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the season less than a month away, Brendan and Dylan take a preseason look at the Big Ten. The conversation starts with a breakdown of the UM Hoops/Inside the Hall Top 25 Players list and then wraps up with a recap of preseason predictions and who might over or underachieve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first college basketball practices of 2020-21 are only a week away and we haven't recorded a podcast for almost two months. After a long offseason break, Brendan and Dylan are back to talk college hoops. Today's discussion hits on:- Scheduling in the pandemic era- Will Michigan or Michigan State host their own MTEs? - The latest on Chaundee Brown's waiver- Brendan's recent conversation with Tom Izzo- What will determine Michigan State's ceiling?- Joshua Langford's health- Who will start at center for Michigan State?Timestamps:(04:14) Scheduling, MTEs, COVID impact (19:40) Michigan updates, Chaundee Brown (32:01) Michigan State updates, Joshua Langford, rotation & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan and Michigan State both landed their point guards of the future this month when Frankie Collins picked Michigan and Jaden Akins picked Michigan State. Brendan and Dylan discuss both commitments and the overall future of the point guard position at both schools.Timestamps:(3:42): Frankie Collins & Michigan Point Guards(27:44): Jaden Akins & Michigan State Point Guards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan break down the NBA Draft news across the Big Ten. Illinois and Iowa are the big winners of the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline while Xavier Tillman is heading to the NBA and Aaron Henry is returning to Michigan State.Timestamps:(3:28): Michigan State Draft Decisions(34:22): Big Ten Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan State landed another five-star recruit with Enoch Boakye's commitment on Tuesday. Brendan and Dylan discuss Boakye's game, his path to Michigan State and what impact he'll have on MSU's future rosters. To wrap things up, they dive into looming NBA Draft decisions from Xavier Tillman, Aaron Henry, Luka Garza, Kofi Cockburn and Ayo Dosunmu.Timestamps:(1:36): Enoch Boakye commits to MSU(30:06): Looming NBA Draft Decisions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan react to the news that Isaiah Livers is coming back to Michigan. They discuss what's next in his development, what his return means for U-M's other players (Brandon Johns at center!) and how Chaundee Brown would fit into the equation if he's granted an eligibility waiver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a long delay, two lost podcasts and four commitments, the Moving Screen is finally back. Brendan and Dylan finally recorded a podcast about Michigan and Michigan State's recent recruiting surges. The Spartans landed five-star commitments from Emoni Bates and Max Christie while Michigan is on the verge of landing three pledges in three weeks. Among the topics discussed:- What Emoni Bates means for Michigan State- Will Emoni Bates ever play at Michigan State- Why Max Christie is the ideal five-star recruit- What's next for MSU recruiting- Breaking down Isaiah Barnes and Will Tschetter- A look ahead at Kobe Bufkin's upcoming announcement- Juwan Howard's changing recruiting philosophy- Future Michigan recruiting targetsTimestamps:(3:27): Michigan State Recruiting(37:16): Michigan Recruiting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan added a commitment from Wake Forest transfer Chaundee Brown on Tuesday afternoon. Brendan and Dylan react to the news, break down his fit in Michigan's system and discuss the latest on Nojel Eastern's transfer situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nojel Eastern committed to Michigan less than an hour after we released our last podcast, so we hopped back on and discussed his transfer, fit at Michigan and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan discuss Cole Bajema's transfer from Michigan, potential replacements in the transfer portal, the NBA Draft deadline being extended indefinitely, NBA Draft evaluations of Cassius Winston, Xavier Tillman, Aaron Henry, and Isaiah Livers, and Matt Painters' comments on Nojel Eastern and Matt Haarms transferring.Timestamps:(04:14) Michigan Transfers In & Out(25:53) NBA Draft Deadline and Evaluations(54:27) Matt Painter Unloads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA Draft Early Entry list is complete and 14 Big Ten players declared for the draft. Dylan and Brendan break down the list and discuss whether each player should stay in the draft or return to school, where they might be picked and the impact that their decision will have on next year's Big Ten season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan answer listener questions for 90 minutes of mailbag discussion. The conversation includes:- Coronavirus Impact- G League Contracts- U-M Recruiting Strategy- Karim Mane- NCAA Transfer Rules- Roster Outlook- Will the Big Ten be any good next year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joshua Christopher shocked everyone by picking Arizona State over Michigan on Monday night. Brendan and Dylan recap what happened and then dive into what it means for Michigan's roster and recruiting moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan react to the news that David DeJulius is transferring and discuss the uncertainty in the NBA Draft process for Isaiah Livers in a short mini pod. Among the topics discussed:- David DeJulius's season, fit elsewhere- Michigan's roster and backcourt depth- Isaiah Livers testing the waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan react to recent news and break down some roster decisions that have to be made for both Michigan and Michigan State.Among the topics discussed:- Xavier Tillman's NBA Draft decision- Michigan State's pursuit of a point guard- Joshua Langford's potential fifth year- Isaiah Livers and Franz Wagner's NBA Draft stock- Michigan's roster situationTimestamps:(04:42) Michigan State(42:32) Michigan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan try to make sense of the situation after COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament and forced America into self-quarantine. They discuss the scene in Indianapolis on Thursday and the impact on the college basketball calendar before diving into a season review and roster outlook for both Michigan and Michigan State.Timestamps:(02:10) Canceling the NCAA Tournament(28:29) Michigan Season Review/Roster Outlook(50:20) Michigan State Season Review/Roster Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dylan and Brendan debate their picks for All-Big Ten honors and spend some time previewing this week's Big Ten Tournament in Indianapolis.Timestamps: (06:09) Big Ten Awards(01:08:21) Big Ten Tournament Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The final weekend of the regular season is here and Michigan State is playing for a Big Ten title. Brendan and Dylan preview this weekend's games -- Ohio State at Michigan State and Michigan at Maryland -- and break down the current state of both teams.Timestamps:(04:47) Michigan State (Xavier Tillman, Ohio State preview)(36:07) Michigan (Nebraska recap, Maryland preview) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan react to another exciting weekend of Big Ten hoops. The conversation ranges from Michigan's loss at Ohio State to Michigan State's win at Maryland before setting the stage for the final weekend of the regular season.Timestamps:(02:06) Michigan (Isaiah Livers, 3-point defense, Jon Teske)(26:25) Michigan State (Rocket Watts, Malik Hall, ceiling)(45:01) Big Ten Race/Bubble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March is almost here which means it is time for two podcasts per week. Brendan and Dylan recap Michigan's loss to Wisconsin and Michigan State's win over Iowa before previewing this weekend's big games. Timestamps:(01:40) Michigan-Wisconsin Recap(18:38) Michigan-Ohio State Preview(27:27) Michigan State-Iowa Recap(41:15) Michigan State-Maryland Preview(50:00) Big Ten drama Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There are two weeks left in the regular season and everything is still is up for grabs. Brendan and Dylan buy and sell (no holds!) every team in the Big Ten. The conversation starts with Michigan and Michigan State before diving into title contenders and bubble hopefuls.Timestamps:(04:19) Buy or sell: Michigan(19:10) Buy or sell: Michigan State(27:13) Buy or sell: Big Ten Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brendan and Dylan react to reports that John Beilein could be leaving the Cavs, Michigan's recent surge and Michigan State's slide. Timestamps(04:03) John Beilein exiting(23:22) Michigan rising(46:39) Michigan State falling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan finally figured out how to slow down Cassius Winston on Saturday. Brendan and Dylan discuss what Michigan's win means and big picture thoughts about both teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The rematch is here. Michigan and Michigan State are set to face off at the Crisler Center on Saturday afternoon. Brendan and Dylan sat down for an hour to discuss the state of both programs, the last matchup and what will impact Saturday's rematch.The conversation includes:- Brandon Johns Jr.'s growth since January- Is there any way for Michigan to slow down Cassius Winston?- What's going on with Jon Teske and Xavier Tillman?- Zavier Simpson's performance is everything for U-M- Picks and technical foul over/unders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan had a 2-0 week with wins over Nebraska and Rutgers while Michigan State dropped a road game at Wisconsin. Brendan and Dylan discuss where things stand for both programs with two important home games coming up on Tuesday before Saturday's rivalry rematch.Timestamps:(02:02) Michigan- Brandon Johns Jr.'s big week- Zavier Simpson's return- Ohio State preview(39:37) Michigan State- What MSU's loss at Wisconsin means- Aaron Henry's struggles- Penn State preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan lost two home games and then Zavier Simpson was suspended. Where do the Wolverines go from here? We react to a busy news day and preview what this team looks like without Simpson before jumping over to Michigan State and some assorted conference thoughts.Timestamps:(0:53) Where Michigan stands after Zavier Simpson's suspension(37:16) Michigan State picks up a road split(48:59) Big Ten grab bag Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan State rolled over Wisconsin on Friday night and Michigan lost in Iowa City. Brendan and Dylan spend some time making sense of the first month of Big Ten play and outline best and worse cases for both teams.Timestamps:(03:30) Best and worst case for Michigan State(28:21) Best and worst case for Michigan(01:00:56) Thoughts on the rest of the Big Ten Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is tough to win on the road in the Big Ten and Michigan and Michigan State both dropped games away from home on Sunday. Brendan was in West Lafayette and Dylan was in Minneapolis, they compare notes and discuss what went wrong for both teams on Sunday afternoon.Timestamps:(4:38) What's wrong with Michigan's defense? Other Minnesota takeaways(28:58) Michigan State falls apart at Mackey.(52:53) Big Ten quick hitters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cassius Winston dominated Michigan again. We recap another brilliant performance by the Michigan State point guard and what the rivalry win means for Michigan State. Then we flip over to Michigan and try to make sense of what went wrong and what the Wolverines can do to address those issues.Timestamps:(01:23) Cassius Winston carries MSU(26:00) What's next for Michigan? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We don't have to wait until February this year, we get Michigan and Michigan State on January 5th. It is time for the game that this podcast was created for as the Wolverines head to the Breslin Center. Brendan and Dylan spend an hour and a half discussing the keys to Sunday's game, ball screen defense, positional matchups and more. Timestamps: (5:31) Big picture keys (ball screens & more)(32:49) Matchup Breakdowns(1:06:00) Cassius Winston vs. Zavier Simpson(1:23:00) Wrap up and picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Big Ten basketball resumes on Thursday which means it is time for a Big Ten Power Ranking Draft. Brendan and Dylan roll through the conference from top to bottom and try to make sense of a league where 12 teams are 1-1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The podcast went on the road on Saturday to cover Michigan-Presbyterian and Michigan State-Eastern Michigan. The games weren't competitive but there was still plenty to discuss. Recording from the 100 section of the Breslin Center, Brendan and Dylan dive into big-picture thoughts about Michigan and Michigan State and a few recruiting updates. (02:31) MSU-EMU Quick Thoughts(06:01) UM-Presbyterian Thoughts(12:02) Hunter Dickinson, more U-M recruiting(33:51) MSU big picture(54:06) UM big picture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oregon won in Ann Arbor on Saturday in one of the most entertaining games of the weekend. Brendan and Dylan sort out what Michigan's home loss means and what to make of individual performances. On the back half of the podcast, the conversation dives into listener mailbag questions about Michigan, Michigan State and the Big Ten.Timestamps:(04:30) Michigan-Oregon Takeaways(32:32) Listener mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A mini mid-week pod to preview Michigan's Saturday afternoon game against Oregon.Among the topics discussed:-Oregon's matchup zone defense-Payton Pritchard vs. Zavier Simpson-Rebounding matchup vs. Oregon-Turning Zavier Simpson into a scorer-How to get Isaiah Livers more shots?-Picks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is only December but there are Big Ten games to pick. Brendan and Dylan run through the conference and make picks for every remaining December conference game. The discussion ranges from individual matchups to big-picture opinions of the league's 14 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan and Michigan State fell flat in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. We break down what happened in both losses and what it means moving forward with Big Ten play around the corner.(02:47) Michigan-Louisville Recap(28:11) Michigan State-Duke Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan won the Battle 4 Atlantis and Michigan State went 2-1 in Maui. After a long wait, we bring you the podcast that you've all been waiting for. We recap Feast Week for both programs before previewing this week's Big Ten-ACC Challenge matchups.Timestamps:(04:06) Michigan wins the Battle 4 Atlantis(32:17) Michigan-Louisville Preview(46:43) What's going on with Michigan State?(01:10:56) Michigan State-Duke Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is Big Ten week on the pod. Brendan and Dylan go through the conference and grade each team with a buy, sell or hold rating based on early-season results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is Gavitt Games week and the Wolverines and Spartans are both participating this year. Michigan knocked off Creighton on Tuesday and Michigan State faces Seton Hall on Thursday. Brendan and Dylan recap Michigan's victory and preview a polarizing Seton Hall team.Timestamps:(03:49) Creighton recap (Zavier Simpson, rebounding, offense, outlook)(27:22) Seton Hall preview (Myles Powell, is Seton Hall actually good?)(49:34) Quick Big Ten takes (Early season woes, Gavitt Games) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan's opening game against Appalachian State got interesting after a 30-5 App State run in the second half while Michigan State dropped its opening game to Kentucky. Brendan (from New York City) and Dylan (from Ann Arbor) react to last night's games.(01:51) Michigan survives App State scare(22:29) Michigan State falls to Kentucky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The offseason is over and college basketball is back. Brendan and Dylan preview Michigan State's matchup with Kentucky in the Champions Classic and dive into Michigan's first game under Juwan Howard against Appalachian State. Timestamps:(03:17) MSU vs. Kentucky preview(36:27) UM vs. App State preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.