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CBS Sports’ official college basketball podcast is the most entertaining and informative of its kind. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander bring the sport into your ears at least three times per week with commentary, reporting, insider information and statistical analysis throughout college basketball all year long.

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ACC PREVIEW: Duke, L’ville, UVA, Miami, UNC = clear top 5. Six new coaches, big $ additions as league vies for nine NCAAT teams in ‘27
ACC PREVIEW: Duke, L’ville, UVA, Miami, UNC = clear top 5. Six new coaches, big $ additions as league vies for nine NCAAT teams in ‘27 episode artwork
Yesterday at 3:59 PM

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander preview the ACC ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. Will Duke finally cut down nets in Detroit? What does North Carolina look like in year one under Michael Malone? It's storylines, predictions and much more from the ACC.

(0:00) Intro + GP is in a treehouse

(1:30) Will Duke run away with the ACC regular season?

(3:00) Let’s talk storylines, starting with Michael Malone and North Carolina

(6:45) Is this the year Duke and Jon Scheyer get the national title monkey off its back?

(11:45) Louisville is expensive. $20 mi...


B1G PREVIEW: Illinois-Sparty vying at the top; Michigan post-Dusty; double-digit NCAA bids; reaction to Dana Altman’s retirement
B1G PREVIEW: Illinois-Sparty vying at the top; Michigan post-Dusty; double-digit NCAA bids; reaction to Dana Altman’s retirement episode artwork
Last Saturday at 7:00 AM

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander preview the Big Ten ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. The guys comb through the biggest storylines for the league and touch on every team in their standings predictions.

(0:00) Intro + Big Ten Preview from Big Ten Media Day!

(4:15) Let’s talk storylines, starting with Dana Altman’s retirement

(11:10) Is Illinois on its own tier in this conference?

(14:00) What is Michigan this season?

(17:50) Can Izzo, Jeremy Fears and Michigan State get back to the Final Four?

(21:00) Just how good is this conference this...


B10MD: We tried to interview Buzz Williams, but instead he interviewed GP
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Last Saturday at 1:30 AM

Maryland head coach Buzz Williams joins Gary Parrish at Big Ten Media Day for one of the most entertaining and unconventional interviews of the day. Buzz flips the script on Parrish, demanding to see his notes and attempting to interview the interviewer himself. Eventually, the conversation turns to basketball, including Williams' thoughts on Dana Altman and the state of the coaching profession. And yes, they even find a little time to talk about Maryland basketball before wrapping things up.


B10MD: Greg Gard on losing John Blackwell, shooting & size on his Wisconsin roster and returning to the Sweet 16
B10MD: Greg Gard on losing John Blackwell, shooting & size on his Wisconsin roster and returning to the Sweet 16 episode artwork
Last Saturday at 12:00 AM

Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard joins Gary Parrish at Big Ten Media Day to discuss his 12th season leading the Badgers and the challenges of building a roster in today's college basketball landscape. Gard opens up about losing John Blackwell to Duke, the arrival of Australian guard Owen Foxwell and what Eian Elmer brings to Wisconsin. Plus, he breaks down the Badgers' shooting, size and depth, the pressure to return to the Sweet 16 and how money has changed college basketball — including one way it's actually made players better. Gard also shares an update on legendary Wisconsin coach Bo Ryan.


B10MD: Ohio State’s Jake Diebler on 5-star Anthony Thompson, coaching in Columbus and getting back to the tournament
B10MD: Ohio State’s Jake Diebler on 5-star Anthony Thompson, coaching in Columbus and getting back to the tournament episode artwork
Last Friday at 11:00 PM

Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler joins Matt Norlander at Big Ten Media Day to discuss his expectations for the Buckeyes heading into the new season. Diebler previews Ohio State's upcoming outdoor exhibition, shares his early impressions of Anthony Thompson and explains what his roster needs to do to compete in the Big Ten. Plus, he reflects on his first two years as head coach, the challenges of leading a college basketball program in 2026 and what it's like coaching at a football-first school. Can Diebler lead the Buckeyes back to the NCAA Tournament?


B10MD: Minnesota’s Niko Medved is in limbo waiting for Cade Tyson’s eligibility
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Last Friday at 10:00 PM

Minnesota head coach Niko Medved joins Gary Parrish at Big Ten Media Day to discuss his return to Minneapolis, the challenges of rebuilding the Golden Gophers and his expectations for the upcoming season. Medved shares the latest on Cade Tyson's eligibility and his opportunity for a fresh start after a difficult year at North Carolina. Plus, he reflects on last season's health challenges, what he learned from the experience and what success looks like for Minnesota this season.


B10MD: Eric Musselman on a talented USC roster, Alijah Arenas and his Taco Bell order
B10MD: Eric Musselman on a talented USC roster, Alijah Arenas and his Taco Bell order episode artwork
Last Friday at 8:30 PM

USC head coach Eric Musselman joins Matt Norlander at Big Ten Media Day to discuss his optimism surrounding the Trojans heading into the new season. Musselman provides injury updates on Christian Collins, KJ Lewis, Eric Reibe and more, while explaining why he believes this roster has the potential to take a major step forward defensively. Plus, he reflects on what went wrong during his first two seasons at USC, the expectations for Alijah Arenas and the importance of a healthy Rodney Rice. And of course, the conversation starts with the San Diego Padres and ends with Musselman's questionable Taco...


B10MD: Michigan’s title defense with Mike Boynton, Trey McKenney & Elliot Cadeau
B10MD: Michigan’s title defense with Mike Boynton, Trey McKenney & Elliot Cadeau episode artwork
Last Friday at 6:30 PM

Michigan head coach Mike Boynton and national champions Elliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney join Gary Parrish at Big Ten Media Day to discuss the Wolverines' championship run, a whirlwind offseason and the challenge of defending their national title. Boynton opens up about his journey from Oklahoma State to Michigan, the pressure of replacing Dusty May and the importance of retaining key players while rebuilding the roster. Cadeau and McKenney reflect on their unforgettable championship moments, May's departure and why they chose to stay in Ann Arbor. Plus, the latest on Brandon McCoy's injury, Roddy Gayle's eligibility, Michigan's new frontcourt...


B10MD: Tom Izzo, Coen Carr and Jeremy Fears Jr. have a top 10 Michigan State team working towards a Final Four in Detroit
B10MD: Tom Izzo, Coen Carr and Jeremy Fears Jr. have a top 10 Michigan State team working towards a Final Four in Detroit episode artwork
Last Friday at 3:00 PM

Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo and Spartans stars Coen Carr and Jeremy Fears Jr. join Gary Parrish at Big Ten Media Day to discuss Michigan State's expectations, the pursuit of another Final Four and the challenges facing college basketball. Izzo breaks down the Spartans' depth, Fears' development into one of the nation's top point guards and Carr's incredible athleticism. Carr reflects on his highlight-reel dunks, last season's NCAA Tournament loss to UConn and the motivation of watching rival Michigan win a national championship. Fears, the preseason Big Ten Player of the Year, discusses his leadership, basketball IQ and...


B10MD: UCLA’s Mick Cronin tells us exactly how much his roster costs
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Last Friday at 2:00 AM

UCLA head coach Mick Cronin joins Matt Norlander at Big Ten Media Day for a wide-ranging conversation about the Bruins, the changing landscape of college basketball and life on the sidelines. Cronin weighs in on who puts on a better sideline show between himself and Dan Hurley, shares his thoughts on officiating and explains why he's so excited about UCLA's starting lineup. Plus, he discusses the shift from traditional recruiting to player acquisition, the importance of finding the right roster pieces and reveals exactly how much his team costs.


B10MD: Darian DeVries on the biggest unknowns for IU and coaching in Assembly Hall
B10MD: Darian DeVries on the biggest unknowns for IU and coaching in Assembly Hall episode artwork
Last Friday at 1:30 AM

Indiana head coach Darian DeVries joins Matt Norlander at Big Ten Media Day to discuss the challenges and expectations of leading one of college basketball's most storied programs. DeVries breaks down the biggest knowns and unknowns surrounding the Hoosiers, what an Indiana practice looks like and his scheduling philosophy heading into Big Ten play. Plus, he reflects on the pressure and tradition that come with coaching at Indiana, the unique atmosphere of Assembly Hall and the story behind his "D-Rock" nickname.


B10MD: Matt Painter on building a new offense, people doubting Purdue & the PCSA
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Last Thursday at 9:08 PM

Purdue head coach Matt Painter joins Matt Norlander at Big Ten Media Day to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the Boilermakers this season. With Braden Smith gone and no players selected to the preseason All-Big Ten team, Painter explains how Purdue plans to build a new offensive identity, which players could emerge as key contributors and just how high this team's ceiling might be. Plus, Painter shares his thoughts on the Protect College Sports Act, the changing landscape of college basketball and whether his passion for coaching remains as strong as ever.


B10MD: Brad Underwood, David Mirković and Andrej Stojaković on Illinois’ high expectations, life without Keaton Wagler & hair secrets
B10MD: Brad Underwood, David Mirković and Andrej Stojaković on Illinois’ high expectations, life without Keaton Wagler & hair secrets episode artwork
Last Thursday at 9:00 PM

Illinois basketball takes center stage at Big Ten Media Day as Matt Norlander sits down with head coach Brad Underwood and stars David Mirkovic and Andrej Stojakovic. Underwood reflects on a decade leading the Fighting Illini, the program's Final Four run, sky-high expectations for another top-five team, and the challenge of replacing Keaton Wagler. Plus, Mirkovic discusses his health, basketball upbringing and expanding role, while Stojakovic talks about his development, team chemistry and unfinished business after last season's Final Four loss. Can Illinois take the next step and win a national championship?


BIG TEN MEDIA DAY: Fred Hoiberg shares incredible stories from Nebraska's historic NCAA Tournament win & importance of getting Pryce Sandfort back
BIG TEN MEDIA DAY: Fred Hoiberg shares incredible stories from Nebraska's historic NCAA Tournament win & importance of  getting Pryce Sandfort back episode artwork
Last Thursday at 5:11 PM

Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg joins Gary Parrish on the Eye on College Basketball podcast at Big Ten Media Day to reflect on the Cornhuskers' historic first NCAA Tournament victory and what it meant to the Nebraska fan base. Hoiberg discusses the incredible homecourt advantage at Pinnacle Bank Arena, whether Nebraska has the pieces to be a top-15 team, and the return of Pryce Sandfort. Plus, he breaks down the team's upcoming exhibitions, Dusty's transition to the NBA, and what's next for his son Sam Hoiberg after his Nebraska career.


BIG TEN MEDIA DAY: Ben McCollum on an Iowa Elite Eight, losing Bennett Stirtz and how they'll be different this season
BIG TEN MEDIA DAY: Ben McCollum on an Iowa Elite Eight, losing Bennett Stirtz and how they'll be different this season episode artwork
Last Thursday at 3:48 PM

Matt Norlander sits down with Iowa's Ben McCollum at Big Ten Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander sits down with Iowa’s Ben McCollum at Big Ten Media Day

(0:15) Ben is an early morning workout guy

(1:50) The feeling of immediate success at Iowa

(3:15) What is going on day-by-day to improve the organization that is Iowa hoops

(6:00) Losing Bennett Stirtz is a big deal

(8:15) The players that were on the team last year and the strides they’ve made

(9:00) Andrew McKeever is massive. How do you use him?


BIG EAST PREVIEW: UConn the fav in a league ripe for unpredictability that we think will get 5 NCAA bids
BIG EAST PREVIEW: UConn the fav in a league ripe for unpredictability that we think will get 5 NCAA bids episode artwork
10/05/2026

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander kick off October season previews with the Big East. Storylines, predictions and more for a conference that needs a massive year in 2026-27.

(0:00) Intro + a trivia time right off the top!

(5:00) 5 Storylines for the Big East

(6:00) New commissioner, bigger budgets, crucial season

(11:30) Can UConn get to another Final Four? And how will Braylon Mullins handle the pressure?

(19:00) Can Marquette bounce back from an ugly 12-20 season?

(20:00) How will the St. John’s eligibility story play out?

(25:00) Big East Preseason Poll + En...


BEMD: New commissioner Tim Brosnan on new standards and a crucial bounce-back year for the Big East
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10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with new Big East Commissioner Tim Brosnan at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Tim Brosnan at Big East Media Day (the better Brosnan)

(1:00) Why Tim ended up with this job - “it’s a passion play for me”

(3:45) What is the vision? What is achievable for this league in the near future?

(5:50) Why the Big East hasn’t instituted new rules like the other major conferences

(8:15) “This is crazy”

(10:10) Which commissioners has he conversed with early in his tenure as commissioner

(11:15...


BEMD: Braylon Mullins and Jayden Ross on the Braylon shot, stepping in to bigger roles and why they chose UConn
BEMD: Braylon Mullins and Jayden Ross on the Braylon shot, stepping in to bigger roles and why they chose UConn episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with UConn's Braylon Mullins and Jayden Ross at 2026 Big East Media Day.

0:00 Matt Norlander with Braylon Mullins and Jayden Ross at Big East Media Day

0:30 The Braylon shot, the halftime speech and coming back against Duke

5:00 How has the shot changed Braylon’s life? + not actually winning the title

7:30 Embracing the journey ahead with a lot of new players

9:15 The pitch that got Braylon and Jayden to come to UConn

Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of GusterEye on College Basketball is availa...


BEMD: Marquette's Shaka Smart on Sananda Fru, what a great year looks like for Nigel James Jr. and the state of CBB
BEMD: Marquette's Shaka Smart on Sananda Fru, what a great year looks like for Nigel James Jr. and the state of CBB episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with Marquette's Shaka Smart at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Shaka Smart at Big East Media Day

(0:30) Is Shaka a Bears fan or a Packers fan?

(1:30) What does a tough season do for Shaka Smart’s perspective?

(2:30) When did Shaka know last year was going to be bumpy?

(4:15) Getting Sananda Fru on campus (and why Shaka likes the intensity of the portal)

(7:05) How can this Marquette team be different from any other Marquette team?

(8:15) What is the right cocktail of...


BEMD: Kevin Willard on Villanova playing in Rome, guard play and how Michigan impacted his roster building
BEMD: Kevin Willard on Villanova playing in Rome, guard play and how Michigan impacted his roster building episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with Villanova head coach Kevin Willard at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Kevin Willard at Big East Media Day

(0:15) The goodies about going to play a game in Rome, the Pope and the upcoming experience

(3:30) How did Kevin build the roster this offseason? + biggest surprise

(5:10) Guard play is the key for Villanova

(7:20) Why the season ended when Matt Hodge went down in the St. John’s game

(8:15) The still-new gig at Villanova (and being a wise-ass)

(9:45) Why the Big Ea...


BEMD: Richard Pitino dishes on being under oath, 18 months at Xavier and BE expectations
BEMD: Richard Pitino dishes on being under oath, 18 months at Xavier and BE expectations episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with Xavier head coach Richard Pitino at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Richard Pitino at Big East Media Day

(0:15) Remember, Richard, you are under oath

(2:00) Why knowing everyone’s budget might fix some stuff

(2:25) Eligibility questions - what’s up with Filip Borovicanin’s current status?

(4:00) Let’s talk about the roster

(5:35) The reality of the first 18 months at Xavier relative to expectations

(8:40) Is the tournament the clear expectation this year for the Musketeers?

(10:10) How is the conferen...


BEMD: Alan Huss on taking over for Greg McDermott and a new era of Creighton hoops
BEMD: Alan Huss on taking over for Greg McDermott and a new era of Creighton hoops  episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with Creighton's Alan Huss at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Alan Huss at Big East Media Day

(0:20) Alan gets his high-major chance, taking over McDermott at Creighton

(3:00) Two preseason all-league mentions in year one - who stirs the drink this year?

(5:20) How will Creighton look different under Alan compared to Greg?

(6:45) Creighton’s biggest non-conference opportunities

(9:30) What is it like inside the program and practice right now?

Theme song: “Timothy Leary,” written, performed and courtesy of GusterEye on College Basketball is ava...


BEMD: Ed Cooley on year four at Georgetown, the long road of a rebuild and Vince Iwuchukwu’s eligibility
BEMD: Ed Cooley on year four at Georgetown, the long road of a rebuild and Vince Iwuchukwu’s eligibility episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with Georgetown head coach Ed Cooley at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Ed Cooley at Big East Media Day

(1:05) Georgetown was picked 10th, that would surprise Year 1 Ed about Year 4

(2:30) The long road of rebuilding the Hoyas + summer development

(3:55) How has Cooley evolved as a coach since leaving Providence?

(6:00) How to fight education falling by the wayside more and more

(6:50) The latest on Georgetown’s eligibility cases + Ed advocating for Vince Iwuchukwu

(10:20) The message to the fanbase in a cr...


BEMD: Dan Hurley on his younger, talented UConn team, the PCSA and the best TV shows of the 21st century
BEMD: Dan Hurley on his younger, talented UConn team, the PCSA and the best TV shows of the 21st century episode artwork
10/02/2026

Matt Norlander sits down with Dan Hurley at 2026 Big East Media Day.

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Dan Hurley at Big East Media Day

(0:15) A whole Arrested Development debacle + TV shows and YouTube TV struggles

(5:50) Silas Demary Jr. is sick, but he’s the preseason POY in the Big East

(7:10) How is practice going? What’s happening on the floor right now?

(8:15) Braylon Mullins and his sophomore season

(10:00) Najai Hines is the next UConn big

(12:05) Dan on the Protect College Sports Act

(15:00) Thoughts on Providence and...


BEMD: Rick Pitino on the PCSA, a new-look St. John’s team & Kenny Klein’s lasting impact
BEMD: Rick Pitino on the PCSA, a new-look St. John’s team & Kenny Klein’s lasting impact episode artwork
10/01/2026

St. John's head coach Rick Pitino sits down with Matt Norlander at Big East Media Day

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Rick Pitino at Big East Media Day
(0:45) The unknown of roster building this offseason and having the full roster
(3:00) Differences between this roster and the last couple of seasons
(4:30) The defense: "I think this team has more gifts on offense"
(5:00) Tounde Yessoufou
(6:15) Rick's appetite for coaching in this era of CBB + Protect College Sports Act
(12:10) A moment to remember Kenny Klein


BEMD: Shaheen Holloway on being underestimated in the BE, his type of player and more shooting this season
BEMD: Shaheen Holloway on being underestimated in the BE, his type of player and more shooting this season episode artwork
10/01/2026

Seton Hall head coach Shaheen Holloway sits down with Matt Norlander at Big East Media Day

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Shaheen Holloway at Big East Media Day

(0:25) How is the roster looking thus far? Who is standing out?

(1:45) Being underestimated in the Big East

(3:20) What does Sha look for in a player?

(7:50) The vocal leaders for the Pirates this season + style of play

(10:05) The non-conference schedule highlights

(11:45) What should the Seton Hall fans know about this team?


BEMD: Chris Holtmann on DePaul’s future, a more challenging schedule and throwing out a first pitch
BEMD: Chris Holtmann on DePaul’s future, a more challenging schedule and throwing out a first pitch episode artwork
10/01/2026

DePaul head coach Chris Holtmann sits down with Matt Norlander at Big East Media Day

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Chris Holtmann at Big East Media Day

(0:15) Contract extension but no tournament?? (he says jokingly)

(0:45) Taking less money later on and building a program at a private school

(3:10) How has DePaul's brand changed since Holtmann took the job

(4:30) The goal with this year's schedule

(6:05) Layden Blocker is a third team All-Big East selection in the preseason

(8:35) Who else is standing out on the roster?

(11:25) Living...


BIG EAST MEDIA DAY: Ronald Nored on going back to Butler, the move to college and his brand of basketball
BIG EAST MEDIA DAY: Ronald Nored on going back to Butler, the move to college and his brand of basketball episode artwork
10/01/2026

Butler head coach Ronald Nored sits down with Matt Norlander at Big East Media Day

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Ronald Nored at Big East Media Day

(0:20) Butler is dead last in the Big East. How is that received?

(1:00) Why was college head coaching the right path for Ronald?

(2:30) Coaching influence and what coaching trait is really important in '26?

(4:15) Best memory from Hinkle Fieldhouse?

(5:30) The standout guys: Jalen Jackson, Drayton Jones and more

(7:15) What type of basketball is Butler going to play this year?

(8:30...


BIG EAST MEDIA DAY: Bryan Hodgson on year one at Providence, playing fast and Dink Pate’s eligibility
BIG EAST MEDIA DAY: Bryan Hodgson on year one at Providence, playing fast and Dink Pate’s eligibility episode artwork
10/01/2026

Providence head coach Bryan Hodgson sits down with Matt Norlander at Big East Media Day

(0:00) Matt Norlander with Bryan Hodgson at Big East Media Day

(0:15) A third job in three years for Bryan and his family

(1:10) The first week on the job and what gets priority from the jump

(3:25) What is working for Bryan when it comes to building a program quickly?

(4:50) What does a Friar practice look like?

(6:00) Miles Byrd should be special and he was a priority for Hodgson

(7:05) A quick peak at...


PCSA easily passes in the Senate. Is it doomed anyway? Plus: Kansas leads our list of teams that got a boost with recent court injunctions
PCSA easily passes in the Senate. Is it doomed anyway? Plus: Kansas leads our list of teams that got a boost with recent court injunctions episode artwork
09/29/2026

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander discuss the Senate's vote to pass the Protect College Sports Act. Does the bill have any chance to get through the House? Then, Tre White is back at Kansas after being granted a preliminary injuction in the state of Indiana. What does it mean for the Jayhawks? Plus, more players returning to school, Norlander's Chicago Bears and plenty more.

(0:00) Intro + Chicago threw up all over Norlander (Bears, Cubs and more)

(3:40) Senate passes PCSA 77-22 on Monday night

(8:40) Does the bill have any chance in the House?

(23:40...


Mailbag, Part✌️How NIL works behind the scenes; most overrated stats in 🏀 and the list of every school where GP & Norlander have covered a game📝
Mailbag, Part✌️How NIL works behind the scenes; most overrated stats in 🏀 and the list of every school where GP & Norlander have covered a game📝 episode artwork
09/23/2026

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander are back with part 2 of the September mailbag and it's a beefy 90-minute session answering all your questions!

(0:00) Intro + It’s a two-part mailbag!

(2:00) We need to clear up camel fighting, dodo birds and Leaky Black

(6:00) James Franklin’s weird interaction with a reporter … and our most awkward press conference moments

(17:00) Stephen in Richmond wants us to slow down. More pod time!

(22:15) How do college basketball players get paid logistically?

(34:50) Is a Duke-Kansas home-and-home a possibility?

(45:15) The CBB equivalent to golf’s...


Protect College Sports Act still far from a sure/great thing; Eric Musselman’s not having a great week; B1G + Big 12 scheduling nuggets
Protect College Sports Act still far from a sure/great thing; Eric Musselman’s not having a great week; B1G + Big 12 scheduling nuggets episode artwork
09/17/2026

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander run through the latest list of news topics around college hoops. From the latest on the Protect College Sports Act's trip through congress to the Big Ten schedule and Chad Baker-Mazara's lawsuit against USC, we'll touch on it all.

(0:00) Intro

(1:00) Let’s talk about the Protect College Sports Act

(20:00) Chad Baker-Mazara is not happy with USC and Eric Musselman

(24:00) Also … Musselman yelled at a man on the beach

(29:30) Norlander’s Big 12 story: Eligibility, Monster deal and more

(35:30) Big Ten schedule is out, circle...


📬 Mailbag, Part 1: Predicting last teams in the ’27 NCAAT; has Norlander ever thrown a punch; the biggest CBB what-ifs; will this be Bill Self’s last season?
📬 Mailbag, Part 1: Predicting last teams in the ’27 NCAAT; has Norlander ever thrown a punch; the biggest CBB what-ifs; will this be Bill Self’s last season? episode artwork
09/15/2026

Things are slow around the college basketball world. Today, Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander embark on a two-part mailbag journey over the next couple of weeks.

(0:00) Intro + Da Bears!

(3:00) It’s Mailbag Time

(3:30) Um … could GP or Norlander officiate a wedding?

(8:30) Favorite CBB teams & NYC recommendations

(19:15) Ryan from parts unknown - tourney teams, Yellowcard and tattoos

(27:45) A West Virginia fan in Louisville has a recruiting question

(34:30) Let’s talk about Bill Self and the Kansas Jayhawks (and apparently showers)

(47:45) Sometimes coaches are so out of...


Latest in eligibility chaos: SEC wins fight vs. Lane Kiffin, but Will Wade isn’t backing down yet; Trey Kaufman-Renn trying for a SIXTH year of eligibility
Latest in eligibility chaos: SEC wins fight vs. Lane Kiffin, but Will Wade isn’t backing down yet; Trey Kaufman-Renn trying for a SIXTH year of eligibility episode artwork
09/10/2026

Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander open on LSU vs. the SEC and Greg Sankey. The headlines revolve around football, but how will the commissioner's decisions impact Will Wade's roster on the basketball side? Then, Trey Kaufman-Renn is eligible. Where is he going to play college basketball next season? Finally, Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell has cancer. Our thoughts are with him, his family and the Rutgers hoops.

(0:00) Intro

(1:00) LSU buckles under the threat of SEC expulsion

(15:40) How might this impact Will Wade’s basketball roster?

(29:30) Trey Kaufman-Renn is eligible. Where will he...


Coaches dish to us on best 🏀 hires, top players, 5-in-5 lawsuits, gambling, the top team of the 21st century and much more
Coaches dish to us on best 🏀 hires, top players, 5-in-5 lawsuits, gambling, the top team of the 21st century and much more  episode artwork
09/08/2026

What do coaches actually think? Every year, Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander ask coaches a series of questions about the landscape of college basketball. Anonymously, coaches around the country give their honest thoughts about the sport on a range of topics. On today's show, GP and Norlander will break down what they heard about things ranging from best teams, players and hires to the sport's most powerful person in 2026.

(0:00) Intro + the live shows are back!

(1:00) GP’s recording spot & a Gregg Doyel story

(5:40) Should 2026 seniors be grandfathered into five-in-five?

(15:00) Best player an...


Summer Shootaround: Can you guess Mystery School No. 3 before Norlander? An extra-long, fun 2026 Shootaround finale
Summer Shootaround: Can you guess Mystery School No. 3 before Norlander? An extra-long, fun 2026 Shootaround finale episode artwork
09/03/2026

On this Summer Shootaround finale, Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander discuss our third mystery auction team. Can Norlander redeem himself? Can you guess it before he does?

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Summer Shootaround: Mystery school No. 2 has one of the most consistent coaches in CBB. Can you guess it?
Summer Shootaround: Mystery school No. 2 has one of the most consistent coaches in CBB. Can you guess it? episode artwork
09/01/2026

On today's Summer Shootaround, Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander head to the mid-major ranks to discuss a school with a very successful head coach and the highest-ranked recruit in program history.

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Summer Shootaround: Mystery Auction Winner No. 1 REVEALED! 💵💵💵
Summer Shootaround: Mystery Auction Winner No. 1 REVEALED! 💵💵💵 episode artwork
08/28/2026

On today's Summer Shootaround, Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander discuss our first mystery auction winner of the 2026 Summer Shootaround series. Play along as Norlander guesses which school we are talking about!

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Summer Shootaround: Virginia set a high bar last season. Head coach Ryan Odom stops by ahead of a big year for the ‘Hoos
Summer Shootaround: Virginia set a high bar last season. Head coach Ryan Odom stops by ahead of a big year for the ‘Hoos episode artwork
08/26/2026

On today's Summer Shootaround, Gary Parrish visits with Virginia head coach Ryan Odom ahead of year two in Charlottesville. GP and Ryan discuss the returning talent, last year's 30-win season, a very aggressive schedule and plenty more.

(0:00) Intro + let’s talk Virginia

(1:45) Ryan Odom joins the show!

(2:15) Thijs de Ridder is back and Ryan has plenty of retention

(5:45) Chance Mallory will have a big-time role this season

(7:00) Assessing talent coming from mid-major basketball

(9:30) Roster Breakdown: the group tasked with following up a 30-win season

(11:45) A to...


Summer Shootaround: We can’t wait to see what will become of North Carolina under Michael (or is it Mike?) Malone
Summer Shootaround: We can’t wait to see what will become of North Carolina under Michael (or is it Mike?) Malone episode artwork
08/24/2026

On today's Summer Shootaround, Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander talk all things North Carolina. The Michael Malone era has arrived in Chapel Hill. How good can the Tar Heels be in year one? Plus, the roster that could've been, a high-major-heavy non-conference schedule and the ACC ceiling for UNC.

(0:00) Intro + let’s talk Tar Heels

(1:45) Love it or Loathe it: No. 25 in the Top 25 and 1 (+ is it Mike or Michael?)

(6:30) The roster that is vs. the roster that coulda been

(10:28) Was Michael Malone one of the best hires this offseason?

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