Inside College Basketball Now

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Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

  1. 4h ago

    Jon Rothstein has QUESTIONS: Duke’s rotation, Arkansas’ bench & Michigan’s natty rematch vs. UConn 👀

    Jon Rothstein breaks down some of the weekend's biggest matchups, including Michigan's national championship rematch vs. UConn on Friday, why Arkansas' Sunday matchup against Virginia has some big implications and more. 0:00 Intro 1:03 We won’t have a real idea about Duke’s rotation until the Champions Classic next week 9:16 Arkansas has the second-best bench in CBB behind Duke, Virginia looms on Sunday 17:19 Michigan is entering the lion’s den on Friday against UConn  23:45 Answering your questions 29:19 Chase McCarty injury update 29:46 Jake Davis injury update  30:14 UNC’s first true road game is on Dec. 12  31:16 5 games to watch

  2. 2d ago

    Opening Day REACTIONS: UCLA’s statement victory, Florida rolls past Miami & best Monday performances

    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: 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: 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: 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 NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

    Opening Day REACTIONS: UCLA’s statement victory, Florida rolls past Miami & best Monday performances

  3. 5d ago

    Jon Rothstein's final college basketball season preview

    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.

  4. Oct 29

    Jon Rothstein's Top 45 Teams in College Basketball

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

  5. Oct 26

    Jon Rothstein's 2026-27 Preseason All-Americans

    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: 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: 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/ 🛍️SUPPORT • Shop our merch: https://www.paramountshop.com/collections/eye-on-college-basketball 🎙ABOUT INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOW We're also the home for Inside College Basketball Now, hosted by Jon Rothstein. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

    Jon Rothstein's 2026-27 Preseason All-Americans

  6. Oct 23

    Rick Pitino's brutally honest St. John's roster assessment, possible Kentucky matchups & real reason for contract extension

    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.

  7. Oct 22

    5 BOLD predictions for the 2026-27 season: SEC could dominate, Michigan State to Final Four?

    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

  8. Oct 20

    Grant McCasland Opens Up on JT Toppin, Texas Tech's Roster & March Madness Hopes

    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 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: 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

    Grant McCasland Opens Up on JT Toppin, Texas Tech's Roster & March Madness Hopes
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Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down the biggest storylines to in-depth interviews with the top coaches in the country, this podcast is your all-access pass to the pulse of the game — 365 days a year. This. Is. March… and everything in between.

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  • Creator
    CBS Sports
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    227
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    ©2025 CBS Interactive. 027373
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