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Jon Rothstein reacts to the first 24 hours of the college basketball season from UCLA's statement victory over Arizona to individual performances like Tommy Haugh and Rob Wright III. All that and plenty more from the beginning of the college basketball season.(0:00) Intro + the season has begun!(1:30) Three Big Things: UCLA, Thomas Haugh and Memphis’ big win(18:39) Three Other Things to Note: Rob Wright, Illinois’ 120 piece and Notre Dame(31:07) Games to Watch on Tuesday(35:18) Questions from the army!(39:52) Three Good Nuggets🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple:…

The 2026-27 college basketball season is HERE! Jon Rothstein breaks down the biggest storylines entering opening week, including why Florida and Duke look like the top two teams in the country, how close UConn is to joining that conversation, and why player eligibility could shape the entire season. Plus, can Kansas return to national prominence? What does the expanded 76-team NCAA Tournament mean for March Madness? And what should fans expect from Michigan under new head coach Mike Boynton? Jon also previews five must-watch opening week matchups, including Miami vs. Florida, Purdue vs. Gonzaga, Arizona vs. UCLA, and more! We'll also dive into Memphis' brutal opening schedule, Quinn Ellis' impressive start at St. John's, and answer your college basketball questions.

Jon Rothstein reveals his Top 45 teams heading into the 2026-2027 college basketball season.

The 2026-27 college basketball season is days away. Jon Rothstein reveals his first, second and third team All-Americans for the year. Who does Jon think will be the best of the best?(0:00) Intro + Jon’s Preseason All-Americans(4:10) First Team All-Americans(11:10) Second Team All-Americans(19:40) Third Team All-Americans(23:00) Honorable Mentions🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565 • Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify:…

Rick Pitino joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his success at Madison Square Garden, expectations for St. John's this season, and what it will take for the Red Storm to reach the Final Four. Pitino shares his candid assessment of a roster still learning how to play together, breaks down key players including Quinn Ellis, Ruben Prey and Tounde Yessoufou, and reflects on recent NCAA Tournament disappointments. Plus, his thoughts on Duke, Kentucky, a potential 76-team NCAA Tournament, the importance of Mike Repole to St. John's basketball, and why he still loves coaching.

Jon Rothstein gives 5 bold predictions for the upcoming college basketball season. Can Tom Izzo bring the Spartans back to the Final Four? Will the SEC reign supreme again?Plus, conversation about new-look Georgetown looking to compete with head coach Ed Cooley and why Rothstein is high on USC heading into this college basketball season.(0:00) - Intro(1:30) - Bold Prediction 1: Michigan State(7:35) - Bold Prediction 2: USC(13:50) - Bold Prediction 3: SEC(21:10) - Bold Prediction 4: Georgetown(27:57) - Bold Prediction 5: New Mexico

Texas Tech head coach Grant McCasland joins Jon Rothstein to reflect on his coaching journey, the Red Raiders' recent success, and the challenges of building a winning program in today's college basketball landscape. McCasland discusses handling adversity, learning from disappointment, JT Toppin's status, and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding NCAA eligibility.Looking ahead, McCasland breaks down Texas Tech's 2026-27 roster, its challenging schedule, and the biggest keys to making another deep NCAA Tournament run.(0:00) Grant McCasland(0:30) First Memory(1:50) Early Success(4:20) Handling Struggles(6:52) Experiencing Disappointment(9:20) JT Toppin(12:05) Eligibility Questions(16:54) NCAA Landscape(19:56) 2026-27 Roster(22:04) NCAA Tournament(23:54) Strength of Schedule(26:58) Biggest Keys🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream…

Jon Rothstein tackles the biggest burning questions surrounding the Big 12 ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. With Houston and Arizona leading the pack, is there a true favorite? How many NCAA Tournament bids could the conference earn in a potential 76-team field?Plus, can Kansas return to national prominence with the addition of Trey Kaufman-Renn? Rothstein also breaks down Texas Tech's loaded roster, why West Virginia could be a sleeper, and what to expect from one of college basketball's deepest conferences.(0:00) Intro(0:45) Big 12 Conference Favorites(3:58) NCAA Tournament Bids(12:45) Can Kansas Return to Dominance?(18:30) Texas Tech Expectations(22:30) Big 12 Sleeper Team🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify:…

Jon Rothstein is BACK answering 5 of his biggest questions surrounding the Big East. (0:30) 2-team race (5:15) UConn X-Factor (13:00) St. John's (18:55) How many teams in tournament? (23:45) Who is the sleeper?

Gonzaga head coach Mark Few joins Jon Rothstein to reflect on 37 years with the Bulldogs, from his early days as a graduate assistant to building one of college basketball's most consistent national powers. Few discusses Gonzaga's rise from Cinderella to perennial contender, his Hall of Fame career, and why he's remained loyal to the program.Coming off a 31-4 season, Few also previews the 2026-27 Bulldogs, including Braden Huff, Massamba Diop, Davis Fogle, and key newcomers. Plus, Gonzaga's move to the Pac-12, its challenging non-conference schedule, and the biggest keys to success this season.(0:00) Welcome Mark Few(0:30) John Stockton(0:52) Coaching Career(2:05) 1999 Team(3:40) Becoming Head Coach(4:58) From Cinderella to Elite(8:50) March Madness Consistency(11:29) Hall of Fame(13:50) Staying at Gonzaga(15:30) Upcoming Season(17:34) Braden Huff(19:22) Massamba Diop(20:10) Davis Fogle(21:25) Newcomers(23:00) Pac-12 Conference(24:50) Non-Conference Schedule(28:38) Keys to Success(30:10) Who Plays Mark Few?🎥…

Jon Rothstein is BACK answering 5 of his biggest questions surrounding the SEC.0:00 Intro 0:50 Who is the SEC’s best team after Florida? 8:03 How good is Kentucky? 13:26 What should we expect from LSU? 18:55 How many teams from the SEC will play in the 2027 NCAA Tournament? 22:18 Who is the sleeper?

Jon Rothstein identifies 5 burning questions for the ACC heading into the 2026-27 college basketball season.(0:00) Intro + 5 questions for the ACC(0:50) Can anyone challenge Duke?(7:15) What are reasonable expectations for Michael Malone’s first season at UNC?(15:00) What kind of impact will the Class of 2022 have on the ACC’s perception?(20:02) Will the ACC get mileage out of its diminished brands?(23:50) Who are the sleepers in the ACC?🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider📱FOLLOW • Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOnCBBPodcast • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbssportscbb/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cbssportscbb?lang=en▶︎Jon Rothstein: https://x.com/JonRothstein📖 READ• More college basketball news: https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOWWe're also the home for Inside College Basketball…

Jon Rothstein answers his biggest questions surrounding the Big Ten. 0:00 Intro1:02 Does the Big Ten have a clear-cut favorite?6:02 What can Michigan do for an encore? 13:16 What will Purdue look like without Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer and Trey Kaufman-Renn? 19:18 How many teams from the Big Ten will play in the 2027 NCAA tournament? 28:16 Who is the sleeper in the Big Ten?

Jon Rothstein identifies five dark horse candidates for the 2027 Final Four. Will one of these teams make a surprise run to Detroit?(0:00) Intro + Let’s talk dark horse Final Four teams!(1:35) Injuries are the biggest question for USC(6:01) St. John’s still has Rick Pitino and a very good perimeter(12:44) Virginia is hiding in plain sight(16:08) Arkansas’ defense will be a real issue in the tournament(20:42) Miami has impressive talent on the roster🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6• Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565• Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now…

Jon Rothstein dishes out 10 non-power-conference college basketball teams to watch out for during the 2026-27 season.(0:00) Intro + Let’s talk non-power conference teams to watch(2:00) Gonzaga is starting a new era(6:10) Utah State in year one under Ben Jacobson(8:56) San Diego State is trying to right the ship in the NIL era(13:12) Santa Clara has the resources to be the standard of new WCC(16:40) Saint Mary’s has a guy following the guy on the sideline(18:56) VCU is coming off a win over UNC in the NCAA Tournament(21:30) Saint Louis has retention uncommon for a non-power-conference program(23:35) Penn has former high-major talent headlining its roster(25:50) New Mexico has a great backcourt(27:45) UC Irvine has a very good coach leading the way🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now…

Jon Rothstein breaks down his top ten most anticipated non-conference matchups of the 2026 -2027 season.(0:00) - Intro(1:30) - 10th game(3:07) - 9th game(5:10) - 8th game(7:00) - 7th game(8:40) - 6th game(10:30) - 5th game(12:15) - 4th game(14:15) - 3rd game(16:42) - 2nd game(18:13) - 1st game

Jon Rothstein is back breaking down some of the TOP non-conference matchups to watch ahead of the 2026-27 CBB season.0:00 Intro1:30 No. 20: Xavier at Cincinnati4:03 No. 19: Kentucky at Virginia5:37 No. 18: Michigan at Villanova 7:11 No. 17: UCLA vs. Gonzaga9:38 No. 16: Indiana vs. Kentucky 11:53 No. 15: Arizona at St. John’s 14:19 No. 14: Arkansas vs. Michigan State16:54 No. 13: UConn vs. Illinois 219:57 No. 12: UConn vs. Virginia 22:47 No. 11: Kentucky vs. North Carolina

Duke head coach Jon Scheyer joins the show for an in-depth conversation about entering his fifth season leading the Blue Devils, taking over for Coach K and what he’s learned since stepping into one of the biggest jobs in college basketball. Scheyer discusses his relationship with Coach K, the succession plan at Duke, last season’s Elite Eight loss to UConn and how he evaluates a successful season without a championship attached. He also addresses NBA interest, including the Mavericks job, and why he remains committed to Duke. Plus, Scheyer previews this year’s Blue Devils, breaking down the roster’s depth, returning players, John Blackwell, the newcomers and freshman class, potential four-guard lineups, the schedule and what it will take for Duke to get back to the Final Four.

Jon Rothstein breaks down some unexpected teams to look out for.

Jon Rothstein identifies 15 players that will become stars during the 2026-27 college basketball season. Did your team's best player make the list? (0:00) Intro(2:10) David Mirkovic(4:15) Trey McKenney(5:40) Shelton Henderson(7:40) Jordan Scott(9:30) Alijah Arenas(11:45) Killyan Toure(13:10) Trent Perry(15:15) Jaylen Petty(17:00) Pryce Sandfort(18:35) David Punch(21:25) Chance Mallory(22:55) Billy Richmond III(24:30) Braden Huff(25:35) Amari Allen(26:55) Rob Wright III🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18• Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple:…

Jon Rothstein gives you 11 head coaches to keep an eye on in 2026-27. Jon identifies 10 head coaches on the rise in the 2025-26 college basketball season that you could see on a power conference sideline in the near future.0:00 - Intro1:20 - Josh Schertz5:00 - Tony Skinn7:10 - Phil Martelli Jr10:00 - Flynn Clayton13:40 - Takayo Siddle15:30 - Speedy Claxton17:10 - Travis Steele18:37- Eric Olen21:22 - Kenny Blakeney22:50 - Nolan Smith24:30 - Bill Armstrong

Jon Rothstein reveals his five teams on the rise entering the 2026-27 college basketball season. Why should you be buying stock in USC, Texas, Villanova, Missouri and Oklahoma State before the season tips off?Rothstein breaks down what changed for each program, the players who could fuel their rise and just how high each team’s ceiling could be this season.(0:00) Intro(1:02) USC(6:47) Texas(13:27) Villanova(20:00) Missouri(25:07) Oklahoma State🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3t03SRmmslKzdQ5AtGlXiM?si=9443b63851324a18• Download and follow Inside College Basketball Now & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-basketball-now/id1823022867📱FOLLOW• Twitter:…

Florida head coach Todd Golden sits down with Jon Rothstein to discuss all things Gators for the 2026-27 season, as well as reflecting on last season and the NCAA tournament loss to Iowa. Additionally, they discuss which players could impact Florida the most this season - and why there's no awkwardness with Denzel Aberdeen in his return.0:00 Intro & The Golden’s vacation destination for 20260:28 On this being the first offseason he’s had to gather himself 0:58 What he’s learned to help make Florida an elite program again2:05 Does the Iowa loss usurp the loss to Colorado in the NCAA tournament? 3:10 On remembering last season’s success but also NCAA tournament loss to Iowa4:20 What it was like to watch the Final Four after winning the natty the year prior5:04 On being a head coach in the current CBB climate6:00 What Denzel Aberdeen adds to Florida if deemed eligible 7:17 Was there any awkwardness in the reunion with Denzel? 8:04 The biggest reason Florida is able to retain players in the current CBB…

Jon Rothstein sits down with Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey to discuss his highly rated roster, Flory Bidunga's impact, the turn around at Louisville and plenty more.(0:00) Intro + Pat Kelsey joins the show(0:30) The vacation spot & family-work balance(2:45) Why Pat can see himself doing this for a long time(5:20) Louisville vs. Charleston and Winthrop(7:00) 51-19 through two years at Louisville(8:05) Louisville with and without Mikel Brown(9:50) Coaching a brand new team every season in this climate(11:30) Roster impressions (after a foreign tour)(12:30) Flory Bidunga and the Louisville defense(15:20) Importance of getting Adrian Wooley back(17:00) Obinna Ekezie Jr. (18:45) Non-conference schedule + potentially playing Rick Pitino’s St. John’s at the Players Era(21:15) Biggest keys to a big season for Louisville🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your…

Jon Rothstein sits down with Illinois head coach Brad Underwood for a wide-ranging conversation following the Fighting Illini’s run to the Final Four and a look ahead at what’s next for the program. Underwood reflects on whether reaching the Final Four has changed anything for him, the impact of Illinois’ early exit from the Big Ten Tournament and the biggest moments of its NCAA Tournament run, including the Sweet 16 win over Houston and the matchup with Iowa. He also reveals when he first realized his team was capable of making a Final Four run and what he learned from the experience. The conversation then turns to the upcoming season, as Underwood breaks down Illinois’ roster, the players poised to make the biggest jump, the program’s newcomers and how the Illini plan to move forward after Keaton Wagler. Plus, he discusses the schedule, the challenges of coaching in today’s college basketball landscape and what it will take for Illinois to make another deep March run.

Sean Miller joins Jon Rothstein to discuss all things Texas, including what he learned during the team's Sweet 16 run last season, what to expect from this year's squad and why Marcus Spears Jr. reminds him of Lauri Markkanen. Additionally, they dive into Arizona's success in the Final Four last season, how important culture is in building a team and why he's a fan of a 76-team NCAA tournament.0:00 Intro 0:07 How he would describe the year he spent between Arizona and Xavier 2:00 On continuing to have gratitude for the job and keeping perspective4:36 How often he thinks about making the Final Four5:48 How being head coach at Texas compares to Xavier and Arizona8:12 What he learned during last season’s Sweet 16 run10:43 On being a play away from the Elite Eight 12:41 What it was like to see Arizona make the Final Four13:49 What Tommy Lloyd’s compliment meant to him and the importance of creating a winning environment15:42 Initial impressions of the current roster18:30 Does the lack of continuity in the Texas…

Matt Painter joins Jon Rothstein on Inside College Basketball Now for an in-depth conversation about the Boilermakers, including whether or not he feels his team left anything on the table in the Elite Eight. He also shares his thoughts on this season's roster, newcomers like Luke Ertel and where his readiness ranks among the great first-year players he's coached. 0:00 Intro 0:07 Matt Painter is a Wrigley Field staple 0:22 Is Chicago a default vacation destination for the Painter family? 1:05 What the last two decades have been like at Purdue for Matt Painter2:10 On the loss to Arizona in the Elite Eight: ‘Simply outplayed us’4:08 Does he feel more pressure in the Elite Eight5:22 Did Purdue leave more on the table last season? 6:45 Thoughts on his current roster8:39 Which players will make the biggest jump this year 9:42 Loss of Braden Smith leaves room for Omar Mayer, Luke Ertel to make an impact 10:30 Why Daniel Jacobsen will have a big year for the Boilermakers 12:05 Where Luke Ertel’s readiness ranks…

Dan Hurley joins Jon Rothstein entering his ninth season at UConn to reflect on another run to the national championship game, including Braylon Mullins’ unforgettable buzzer-beater to knock off Duke in the Elite Eight. Hurley also reveals that the Huskies rewatched their title-game loss the very next morning.Looking ahead, Hurley discusses Mullins’ return, the season-ending injury to Solo Ball, replacing Alex Karaban, UConn’s options at the five, the upcoming schedule, and the biggest keys to another championship chase.(0:00) Hurley’s Vacation Spots(2:30) 2026 NCAA Tournament(13:00) Upcoming Season🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball &…

Jon Rothstein sits down with new North Carolina head coach Michael Malone on Inside College Basketball Now for a wide-ranging conversation about his path to Chapel Hill and the challenge of leading one of college basketball’s most storied programs.Malone looks back on coaching at Providence in the 1990s, reflects on the whirlwind four months that led him to UNC, and discusses what it means to take over the Tar Heels despite coming from outside the Carolina family. He also details his relationship with legendary UNC coach Roy Williams and explains why he initially turned down the job three different times.Plus, Malone breaks down the differences between talent in the NBA and college basketball, shares his approach to balancing the transfer portal with high school recruiting, previews North Carolina’s 2026-27 roster, and lays out his expectations for Year 1 in Chapel Hill.

Jon Rothstein sits down with Kansas head coach Bill Self for a wide-ranging conversation about basketball, family, his future in coaching and the state of the Jayhawks heading into the 2026-27 season. Self opens up about balancing the demands of modern college basketball with family life and becoming a grandfather before reflecting on Kansas’ 2025-26 season, including the challenges of playing with and without Darryn Peterson and the Jayhawks’ NCAA Tournament loss to St. John’s. Self also discusses the health concerns that made him wonder whether doctors would tell him it was time to retire, why he ultimately decided to return to the sideline and what continues to motivate him at this stage of his Hall of Fame career. Plus, Self breaks down what Kansas needs to do to get back among college basketball’s elite, the makeup of this year’s Jayhawks, the addition of No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes, the latest on the Kansas-Missouri rivalry and what he expects from another loaded Big 12.

Jon Rothstein sits down with UCLA head coach Mick Cronin ahead of the 2026-27 season. Mick breaks down his approach to retaining players, the additions he made in the offseason, Nikola Kusturica and plenty more. (0:00) Intro + Mick Cronin joins the show(0:30) Vacation spots, children in college & living in LA(4:50) Coaching a below-average Mick Cronin defense last year(8:00) How will Mick look back at last season after losing Tyler Bilodeau before the tournament?(10:05) Helping Tyler through his injury at the end of his career(12:00) Why is Mick so good at retention? (17:00) Putting together a great team this season(24:00) Does this year’s team remind Mick of early UCLA or Cincinnati teams?(27:00) Which returner makes the biggest jump?(29:00) The importance of retention + adding talent(33:30) Nikola Kusturica expectations (38:00) Giving specific goals to players(42:45) Biggest keys to being a great team in 2026-27🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ:…

Jon Rothstein sits down with new Michigan head coach Mike Boynton for an in-depth conversation on the next chapter of Wolverines basketball. Boynton discusses his first meeting with Michigan after Dusty May's departure, why he signed a two-year deal, balancing a contract full of incentives while staying process-driven, and the biggest differences from his time at Oklahoma State. Plus, he breaks down Michigan's roster, including Trey McKenney, Brandon McCoy, key returnees, transfer portal additions, expectations after inheriting a national championship program, the non-conference schedule, and reflects on the best win, toughest loss, and recruit that got away during his coaching career.

Tom Izzo joins Jon Rothstein to reflect on one of the greatest coaching careers in college basketball and preview the upcoming season for Michigan State. Izzo discusses the sacrifices that come with coaching, how the college basketball landscape continues to evolve, and what he expects from a roster led by returning stars Jeremy Fears Jr. and Coen Carr.The two also discuss Michigan State's expectations for 2026-27, what it would mean to reach the Final Four with the event taking place in Detroit, and why Izzo is still motivated to chase another national championship.(0:00) Reflecting on Career(6:40) College Basketball Landscape(9:00) 2026-27 Roster(18:30) Upcoming Season🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify:…

Jon Rothstein sits down with Virginia head coach Ryan Odom to discuss a 30-win season in year one, the 2026-27 roster and how to build on a strong start in Charlottesville.(0:00) Intro + Ryan Odom joins the show(0:30) How has this offseason different from Year 1?(2:00) Biggest difference between UVA & Ryan’s MM jobs(3:00) Building a 30-win team from scratch(4:15) Not making it to the second weekend(5:15) 2026-27 roster impressions(7:00) Chance Mallory and his potential jump(8:15) Which newcomer might make the biggest impact?(9:15) Did Ryan Odom’s style of play create buzz on campus?(11:00) Virgnia’s awesome nonconference schedule(14:30) ACC teams in an expanded NCAA Tournament field(16:00) The Duke loss in the ACC Tournament(18:15) Talking about competing for championships within the program(19:45) Keys to advancing deeper into the 2027 tournament🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or…

Jon Rothstein is back to take an in-depth look at the ACC ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. Biggest storylines, power rankings, preseason awards and more for a conference with plenty to talk about this summer. This is only July.(0:00) Intro + let’s talk all things ACC(3:00) Three Big Things(3:25) Jon Scheyer’s best Duke team?(8:04) A new dawn at North Carolina(12:35) Virginia should be very good(15:42) Preseason Power Rankings(25:56) Preseason Awards: First Team, POY and more(32:00) Twitter Questions! We need an army!(39:30) Can the ACC build on 8 teams in last year’s tournament? 🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6 • Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave…

Jon Rothstein is joined by BYU head coach Kevin Young to discuss the BYU brand, Rob Wright's return and what to expect from the Cougars in 2026-27.(0:00) Intro + Kevin Young joins the show!(2:00) Young on what he’s learned about being a power conference coach vs NBA coach(2:40) Young on what he’s had to tweak about his coaching style(3:30) Young on the last month of the season after losing Richie Saunders to injury(6:00) Young on how the BYU brand has expanded and changed since he has been head coach(8:10) Young on his thoughts on the 2026-27 roster(9:45) Young on Rob Wright returning this season(11:00) Young on who Rob Wright reminds him of(11:55) Young on which returning player at BYU will make the biggest jump this season(12:30) Young on which players are cleared for practice after injuries(13:10) Young on what Bruce Branch will bring to the team(14:40) Young on how AJ Dybantsa helped secure commitment from Bruce Branch(17:00) Young on how the Big 12 is going to shake out(18:00) Young on their schedule…

Tommy Lloyd joins Jon Rothstein after leading Arizona to a Final Four, a Big 12 championship, and earning Naismith Coach of the Year honors. Lloyd reflects on the Wildcats' unforgettable season, the sacrifices his family has made throughout his coaching journey, and what made this run so special.The two also discuss why Lloyd chose to stay at Arizona despite outside interest, what the offseason has been like after a championship-caliber season, and the expectations for the Wildcats as they look to build on their success in 2026-27.(0:00) Tommy Lloyd(0:50) Family Sacrifices(4:10) Final Four Run(14:55) Decision to Stay(18:35) 2026-27 Roster(22:34) Upcoming Schedule(25:42) Movie Character(26:45) Keys to the Offseason🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify:…

Jon Rothstein breaks down the 2026-27 Big 12 Conference, explaining why there's no clear favorite after a massive offseason talent drain. He ranks all 16 teams, led by Arizona, with Houston, Iowa State, BYU, and Kansas all in the hunt.Plus, Rothstein reveals his preseason Big 12 awards, including Player of the Year, First Team All-Big 12, sleeper picks, impact freshmen, breakout players, and answers Twitter questions.(0:00) 3 Big Things on the Big 12(13:10) Big 12 Preseason Power Rankings(26:17) Big 12 Preseason Awards(30:55) Twitter Questions(39:19) Final Big 12 Thoughts🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6• Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple:…

Jon Rothstein sits down with Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg to relive the 2026 NCAA Tournament run and discuss how the Cornhuskers can build on that success moving forward. Jon and Fred also dive in on this year's roster, Pinnacle Bank and the keys to another big year in Lincoln. (0:00) Intro + Fred Hoiberg joins the show(0:30) The Hoiberg vacation spot & making time for family(2:05) How enjoyable was last season relative to the rest of Fred’s lengthy basketball career?(3:45) Why Nebraska was so connected last season(5:25) Doing last season with his sons involved(6:55) The pressure ahead of last year’s Troy game and finally winning a tournament game at Nebraska(9:20) The seconds when Tyler Tanner’s shot was in the air(11:15) The Sweet 16 run and what was left on the table(12:20) 2026-27 roster impressions(14:10) How Fred is challenging Braden Frager this season(15:15) Year 2 at Nebraska for Pryce Sandfort(16:40) Latest on the Huskers nonconference schedule(17:30) The Pinnacle Bank homecourt…

Ben McCollum joins Jon Rothstein after leading Iowa to an Elite Eight in his first season as head coach. McCollum reflects on the jump from the mid-major level at Drake to the Big Ten Conference, what surprised him most, and the defining moments from Iowa's remarkable tournament run.The two also discuss building and retaining a roster in today's college basketball landscape, expectations for the Hawkeyes' 2026-27 roster, a challenging non-conference schedule, and what it will take to sustain success in Year 2.(0:00) Ben McCollum(0:50) Talent Difference(1:45) Lack of Momentum(2:45) Florida Upset(3:46) Best Moments(4:46) 2026 NCAA Tournament(6:50) Bennett Stirtz(7:20) Incoming Roster(11:30) Upcoming Schedule(13:25) Job Search(14:30) Toughest Win/Loss(15:55) Reflecting(18:40) Developing a Program(22:30) Keys to 2026-27(23:03) Movie Character🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS…

Jon Rothstein is back with another offseason preview. This time he's talking all things Big Ten! From loaded rosters at Illinois and Michigan State to west coast powers trying to make a big splash and a very interesting season upcoming in West Lafayette, Jon has you covered. Jon also dives into preseason awards and answers questions from the audience. This is ONLY July.(0:00) Intro + let’s talk Big Ten!(3:50) 3 Big Things(4:00) Michigan & Michigan State are aiming for a home Final Four(10:46) Matt Painter’s Boilermakers are not great on paper(13:50) Is USC this season’s Nebraska?(16:52) Preseason Power Rankings(20:43) Preseason Awards(24:37) Twitter Questions!(28:30) Final Thoughts🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB • Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify:…

Jon Rothstein previews the 2026-27 Big East Conference season, explaining why UConn enters as the team to beat once again. Plus, why the conference needs to double its NCAA Tournament representation, how Donnie Freeman's season-ending injury impacts St. John's, and his full preseason power rankings from top to bottom. Rothstein also reveals his preseason Big East awards, including Player of the Year, First Team All-Big East, sleeper picks, breakout candidates, impact freshmen, answers Twitter questions, and wraps up with his big-picture thoughts on one of college basketball's premier conferences. (2:50) The Big East Needs More NCAA Tournament Bids (5:10) UConn Is the Team to Beat (9:15) Donnie Freeman's Injury Changes St. John's (13:52) Big East Power Rankings (25:30) Big East Preseason Awards (29:55) Twitter Questions (40:16) Big Picture Big East Thoughts

Jon Rothstein sits down with Marquette head coach Shaka Smart for a mid-summer college hoops conversation. Jon and Shaka break down last year's Marquette struggles, using the transfer portal to fill certain gaps and what to expect from the upcoming Marquette roster. All that and much more from the 17-year head coach!(0:00) Intro + Shaka Smart joins the show(0:30) Shaka’s family and favorite vacation spots(2:00) The last half decade at Marquette(3:05) Comparing Shaka’s head coach jobs(4:10) How tough was last season? And missing the tournament(6:45) Growth from adversity vs. success(8:00) When did Shaka come to terms with the transfer portal?(10:00) Transfer portal: compliment instead of define?(11:20) Impressions of the 2026-27 version of the roster(13:10) Why Nigel James Jr. is poised to be the next great Marquette guard(14:30) Which returner makes the biggest jump?(15:30) The next steps for Adrien Stevens(16:55) The relationship with a player you recruited vs. a portal add?(19:10) Gaps that transfers will…

Kevin Willard joins Jon Rothstein to discuss the challenge of rebuilding Villanova in today's college basketball landscape. From constructing a roster in the transfer portal era to balancing life as a head coach, Willard shares how he's approaching one of the sport's most high-profile jobs.The two also discuss the Wildcats' 2026-27 roster, expectations in the Big East Conference, the non-conference schedule, the proposed expansion of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, and where the sport is headed in the years to come.(0:00) Willard's Background(1:45) Time Away from Family(2:40) Bringing Villanova Back(4:20) Is Villanova Still a Blue Blood?(6:05) Coaching Career(8:40) Big East Competition(10:25) 2026-27 Roster(11:30) Luigi Suigo(13:40) Building the Team(19:00) Notre Dame in Rome(20:38) Injury Updates(22:10) Non-Conference Schedule(25:20) Expanded NCAA Tournament(28:10) Future of College Basketball(31:53) Looking Ahead#CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball…

Missouri head coach Dennis Gates sits down with Jon Rothstein to discuss all things Mizzou hoops. Jon and Dennis discuss Leonard Hamilton's influence on him, a highly anticipated roster and schedule in Columbia and the future of Missouri vs. Kansas.(0:00) Intro + Dennis Gates joins the show(0:30) Year 5 for Dennis Gates at Missouri(1:45) Missouri vs. Cleveland State as a job(3:15) Lessons learned: making the tournament vs missing it(4:35) The mentorship of Leonard Hamilton(7:15) Being involved in lives vs. being involed in winning as a coach(8:45) The 2026-27 Missouri roster(10:35) Are we building programs nowadays? Or just teams year-by-year?(11:50) Is this the best roster Dennis has had at Missouri?(13:20) Why Jason Crowe Jr. is a very unique player(14:30) The anticipation of Missouri’s nonconference schedule(16:45) Why Dennis was willing to play Saint Louis in downtown St. Louis(19:00) The future of Kansas vs. Missouri(20:30) Any major nonconference additions to the schedule?(21:45) One great win and one…

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope joins Inside College Basketball Now for an in-depth offseason conversation, covering everything from roster construction and player development to coaching against Rick Pitino and the expectations that come with leading one of college basketball's biggest programs. Pope opens up about why Kentucky is his "favorite job of all time," reflects on the challenges of last season in Lexington, explains how injuries reshaped the Wildcats' roster, and discusses why last year's team became a foundation for the program's long-term vision. Plus, Pope shares updates on Kentucky's offseason, the potential for a St. John's home-and-home series, his relationship with Rick Pitino, what he's expecting from key returners like Malachi Moreno and additions like Zoom Diallo and Milan Momcilovic, the Wildcats' non-conference schedule, and what real progress looks like entering next season. (0:10) Offseason plans (1:10) Finding balance in today's college basketball landscape (1:50) Why Kentucky is "the…

Jon Rothstein breaks down the SEC heading into the 2026-27 season, starting with why Florida is in a class of its own thanks to an unprecedented level of roster retention. Plus, why Texas looks like the biggest challenger, what's holding back LSU, and his full preseason SEC power rankings from 1 through 16.Rothstein also reveals his preseason SEC awards, including Player of the Year, First Team All-SEC, sleeper picks, breakout candidates, and the freshmen who could make the biggest impact in 2026-27. Plus, Twitter questions and final thoughts on the nation's deepest conference.(0:00) Welcome Back(1:50) Florida's Ridiculous Retention(5:15) Texas Looks Like the Biggest Threat(9:00) LSU: The SEC's Mystery Team(13:40) SEC Preseason Power Rankings(25:20) SEC Preseason Awards(31:20) Twitter Questions(36:45) Final SEC Thoughts

Jon Rothstein sits down with new St. Mary’s head coach, Mikey McConnell, to discuss working under Randy Bennett, the roster he put together and what WCC play is going to look like without Gonzaga.(0:00) - Intro(1:30) - McConnell on when he met Randy Bennett(2:15) - McConnell on how Randy Bennett achieved what he did at St. Mary’s over the years(4:30) - McConnell on when he was named head coach in waiting(5:00) - McConnell on conversation with Randy Bennett when he left for ASU(6:00) - McConnell on how he follows what Randy Bennett did as head coach(7:30) - McConnell on the biggest differences from being a head coach vs. an assistant coach(8:30) - McConnell on the roster he has put together(9:00) - McConnell on losing players due to financial reasons(10:00) - McConnell on which returning guy will make the biggest jump(11:44) - McConnell on what WCC play is going to look like without Gonzaga(12:45) - McConnell on if Gonzaga and St. Mary’s will keep a non-conference game(13:15) - McConnell on his non-conference…

Unpacking the breaking news of Dusty May leaving Michigan following two seasons and a national championship for the Dallas Mavericks. What led to this decision? What happens with the Wolverines now?(0:00) Dusty May to NBA(15:03) Mike Boynton Promotion(17:00) Chat Questions(24:00) Closing Thoughts#CollegeBasketball #CBB #NCAA #BigTen #SEC #ACC #EyeOnCollegeBasketball #JonRothstein🎥 WATCH• Subscribe to this channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSportsCBB• Watch CBS Sports HQ: https://cbssports.com/live• Watch CBS Sports Network on your TV or the CBS Sports App with your cable provider🎧 LISTEN• Stream and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vk8wq9lunf3agEif1kM8T?si=b4e091007c2545c6• Download and follow Eye on College Basketball & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eye-on-college-basketball/id268800565• Stream and follow Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein & leave a 5⭐️ rating on Spotify:…

Jon Rothstein sits down with first-year Georgia Tech head coach Scott Cross to talk about gettting the job in Atlanta, how to get the Yellow Jackets humming again and the goals for year one. (0:00) Intro + Scott Cross joins the show(0:15) First memories of Georgia Tech basketball & coming to a program with Final Four history(2:20) Reversing the NCAA tournament inconsistency at GT(3:25) Reaching out to previous head coaches for advice & home court advantage(5:20) Balancing the transfer portal and high school recruiting(6:45) The differences between leading a high-major and mid-major program(8:00) From the tournament to a new job in just a few days(8:45) How being fired from UT-Arlington changed his coaching career(9:51) Learning from Jamie Dixon at TCU(11:45) What upgrades do Georgia Tech need?(13:00) Moving to a multi-bid league after living in a single-bid league(14:50) First impressions of the roster & nonconference schedule(16:00) One win and one loss that stick(17:15) What are the goals and expectations…