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. 8h ago

    Why this year’s Texas team makes Sean Miller the most excited he’s ever been to coach

    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 perspective 4:36 How often he thinks about making the Final Four 5:48 How being head coach at Texas compares to Xavier and Arizona 8:12 What he learned during last season’s Sweet 16 run 10:43 On being a play away from the Elite Eight  12:41 What it was like to see Arizona make the Final Four 13:49 What Tommy Lloyd’s compliment meant to him and the importance of creating a winning environment 15:42 Initial impressions of the current roster 18:30 Does the lack of continuity in the Texas roster raise concerns  20:14 Which newcomers will have the biggest impact for Texas this season 21:37 Which player does Marcus Spears Jr. remind him of? 24:02 What makes an exhibition game with St. John’s so important 26:28 How a 76-team NCAA tournament will impact the SEC 30:08 Biggest keys for Texas to make the Elite Eight in 2026-27

    Why this year’s Texas team makes Sean Miller the most excited he’s ever been to coach

  2. 5d ago

    Is Daniel Jacobsen the next great Purdue Big Man? Matt Painter breaks it down

    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 Painter 2:10 On the loss to Arizona in the Elite Eight: ‘Simply outplayed us’ 4:08 Does he feel more pressure in the Elite Eight 5:22 Did Purdue leave more on the table last season?  6:45 Thoughts on his current roster 8:39 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 among other great first-year playmakers Painter has coached 14:02 On playing Gonzaga opening night 15:57 On navigating the chaos with NCAA athletics, eligibility rules  18:16 On always feeling like you need to have one more player 20:17 How Purdue has stayed vintage Purdue 21:33 What has to happen for Purdue to be vintage Purdue next March

    Is Daniel Jacobsen the next great Purdue Big Man? Matt Painter breaks it down

  3. Aug 18

    Michael Malone describes chaotic start to UNC tenure, Roy Williams' influence and making fanbase proud.

    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.

  4. Aug 13

    Bill Self on why he wants to keep coaching + Tyran Stokes comparisons and expectations for Kansas

    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.

  5. Aug 11

    Mick Cronin dissects the keys to better defense at UCLA in 2026-27

    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: 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: 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.

    Mick Cronin dissects the keys to better defense at UCLA in 2026-27

  6. Aug 6

    Mike Boynton shares biggest takeaways from Dusty May & keys to get Michigan to Final Four in Detroit

    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.

  7. Aug 4

    Tom Izzo Reflects on His Legacy and What's Next for Michigan State

    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: 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 ▶︎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 💵BETTING • For everything CBS Sports Betting: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ • Find the best sportsbooks: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/best-betting-apps/ • Get the latest sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 🎙ABOUT EYE ON COLLEGE BASKETBALL 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. 🎙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.

    Tom Izzo Reflects on His Legacy and What's Next for Michigan State

  8. Jul 30

    Ryan Odom on going 30-6 in year one at Virginia and how to build on it

    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 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: 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.

    Ryan Odom on going 30-6 in year one at Virginia and how to build on it
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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
    201
  • Rating
    Clean
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    ©2025 CBS Interactive. 027373
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