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The personal podcast of radio personality and writer Aaron Torres, where he breaks down the biggest topics of the day in sports, with a heavy emphasis on college basketball and college football. He is also joined by some of the biggest names in sports and sports media as guests. There's a reason this is "The Podcast That is Sweeping America," after all.
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Mark Pope gets his FIRST BIG UK COMMIT (Amari Williams REAX), Duke portal woes, MEGA PORTAL UPDATE!
On today's show Torres discusses Mark Pope's first big UK commit, as Amari Williams is headed to Lexington. Who is he and what's next for Big Blue?! Plus, Torres dives into Pope's hire of coaching legend Jason Hart. Finally, he wraps by Duke losing players left and right and hits on a major weekend in the portal, including Jeremy Roach committing, big news at Florida, Michigan, USC AND MORE!
Mark Pope lands his first big commitment (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Mark Pope's first big commitment at Kentucky, as Amari Williams is headed to Lexington. Who is he? And what impact will he have with the Wildcats?! Torres also shares thoughts on Pope's quickly emerging coaching staff, including the addition of long-time USC assistant Jason Hart.
Duke's losing players left and right (25:00): From there, Torres reacts to the big news of the weekend - as Duke has lost a total of seven players to the portal. Is this just normal for college hoops?! Or are things slowly starting to fall apart in Durham?
Portal News and Notes (36:00): Finally, Torres hits on a wild weekend in the portal, where Jeremy Roach makes his decision, and Florida, USC, Michigan and more make big moves. He also answers questions on some of the best remaining available players.
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Reed Sheppard declares - whats it mean for Mark Pope's rebuild? Louisville makes moves, Kenny Payne to Arkansas + an update on the recruitment of 5-star Liam McNeeley
We have a MEGA Friday show for you, as Torres hits on a slew of major college hoops stories. Reed Sheppard declared for the NBA Draft - what's this mean for Mark Pope's rebuild? Plus, Louisville is making moves, Jerry Jones is dropping bags and Kenny Payne is following John Calipari to Arkansas. Finally, what do you need to know about 5-star Liam McNeeley's recruitment?!
Reed Sheppard is headed to the NBA - what's it mean for Mark Pope's rebuild? (2:00): Torres opens the show by discussing Reed Sheppard's decision to go to the NBA - and what it could potentially mean for Mark Pope's rebuild at UK.
Louisville makes moves, Jerry Jones drops bags and Kenny Payne is headed to Arkansas (16:00): From there, Torres talks a few different major topics in the world of college hoops. He explains why new Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey is quietly making moves, and a crazy story involving Jerry Jones and NIL. Plus, during the show news breaks that Kenny Payne is headed to Arkansas as an assistant - and Torres weighs in.
Finally, an update on 5-star Liam McNeeley (): Finally, Torres wraps with an update on 5-star wing Liam McNeeley, one of the last available elite high school players. With a trip to UConn, are the Huskies the favorite? Also, both Kentucky and Arkansas are trying to sneak in - is it too late?!
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What are the next BIG MOVES for Kentucky and Arkansas, transfer portal GOES WILD + Jontay Porter/NBA gambling saga and other news from the week
On today's show Torres discusses the next big moves for both Kentucky and Arkansas, in terms of recruiting, coaching, staff, portal and more. He shares some important portal updates as major players enter, and wraps on two non-college hoops notes: The crazy Jontay Porter gambling saga and Cormani McClain's sad departures from Colorado.
What's next for Arkansas and Kentucky (2:00): Torres opens the show by talking about the two most fascinating programs in college hoops right now - Arkansas and Kentucky. Both have just one player committed - so who is next? We talk, updates on staff, recruiting, portal and more for Arkansas and Kentucky (19:00)
Portal updates (41:00): From there, Torres talks about a crazy few days in the portal. Duke starting point guard Jeremy Roach is in, and Torres has a big update on Saint Mary's star Aidan Mahaney. Plus, UConn gets its first big commit.
Some non college hoops news and notes (53:30): Finally, Torres wraps by discussing two mega stories outside of college hoops, as Jontay Porter has been banned from the NBA for life - a move Torres supports. Also, the sad ending to the Cormani McClain era at Colorado - and why Torres supports Deion Sanders on this one.
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BONUS POD: UConn guard Hassan Diarra talks UConn's title, going back-to-back, Hurley-to-Kentucky rumors and his big decision!
Hassan Diarra joins the pod for the final time this season, discussing UConn's run to back-to-back titles, the Alabama and Purdue games, his big decision on next year - and also, did he ever believe the Dan Hurley-to-Kentucky rumors?!
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John Calipari gets his first big commit at Arkansas - who's next for the Hogs? Plus, DJ Wagner is in the portal, which schools are realistic options and which schools aren't?!
On a bonus episode of the Aaron Torres Pod - Torres reacts to John Calipari snagging his first commit at Arkansas, as Zvonimir "Big Z" Ivisic will follow him to Fayetteville. What does he bring? And who will be next for Coach Cal? Plus, DJ Wagner enters the portal and Torres discusses the Kentucky vs. Arkansas battle that may be brewing - and why there's one school off the radar that Wagner should consider:
John Calipari gets his first big commit at Arkansas - who's next?!: Torres opens the show by discussing John Calipari flipping his first big commit at Arkansas, as Zvonimir "Big Z" Ivisic is headed to Fayetteville. What will the Hogs get in Big Z? Why he's only scratching the surface of his potential - plus, who will be the next big commit from Calipari with the Hogs?!
DJ Wagner is in the portal - what's his best option?: Next, Torres talks about former five-star and No. 1 ranked player DJ Wagner hitting the portal. Torres explains why Wagner is a misunderstood player, and due for a big bounce back in 2024-2025. Then Torres asks - should Wagner stay at Kentucky? Follow John Calipari to Arkansas? Or is there a surprise school that more people need to consider?!
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Mark Pope CRUSHES FIRST PRESS CONFERENCE - what are his first steps as UK coach? Plus, UConn parade takeaways and a HUGE college hoops portal update!
On today's show Torres reacts to Mark Pope's electric first press conference, and why he is exactly what Kentucky needed in a new head coach. Also, what are his first steps as the UK head coach? Plus, Torres says there are two major takeaways from UConn's championship parade, plus he shares a weekend portal update on the big names who've entered, commits and MORE!
Mark Pope CRUSHES his first press conference - what are his first responsibilities as UK head coach (2:00): Torres opens by discussing Mark Pope's ELECTRIC first press conference. Why he is the right man at the right time for BBN, and also, what are his big first steps. Torres talks recruiting, player retention and more!
UConn championship parade takeaways (48:00): From there, Torres has a few quick thoughts on UConn's championship parade - including, Dan Hurley saying he'll never coach another college again, and one key player may be set for a return.
Mega weekend transfer portal update (58:00): Finally, Torres wraps by talking a mega transfer portal update, discussing several big names who entered, key visitors at UConn and a big commitment at Indiana. Is Mike Woodson about to get on a portal recruiting roll?!
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