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. 16H AGO

    Jim Boeheim says Syracuse didn't give Red Autry enough NIL: “You can spend $10 million and lose”

    Syracuse coaching legend Jim Boeheim joins Jon Rothstein to talk about some of the most unforgettable moments of his career, including Syracuse's 6OT win in the Big East tournament in 2009 being one he'll never forget. He also takes inventory of the ACC tournament, including Cayden Boozer stepping into the starting lineup for Duke, and who some other teams are that could make the Final Four. They finish by discussing Syracuse's head coaching opening, and what makes this "the most important thing he ever does in his life" when it comes to the new athletic director hiring the team's next head coach. (0:00) Intro and Welcome (0:12) Syracuse's unbelievable Big East tournament run 20 years ago (1:11) Why he'll never forget the 6OT win over UConn (2:35) Carmelo Anthony was 'unreal' in team's 2003 title run (3:56) Why geographical advantages matter in the NCAA tournament (5:50) What Cayden Boozer brings to Duke's starting lineup (9:49) Why Jim Boeheim is a fan of Miami Ohio being in the tournament: "I wouldn’t want to play them" (11:47) What makes Rick Pitino such a great coach (13:53) As long as Rick Pitino can blow a whistle he'll be coaching (14:53) Off-the-radar teams that could make the Final Four (16:54) On Red Autry's time at Syracuse and not having enough NIL funds (19:24) How coaching at Syracuse changed moving from the Big East to the ACC (21:18) Gerry McNamara is taking Siena to the NCAA Tournament: "Really proud of him" (23:11) Should the next head coach of Syracuse have ties to the school? "Get the best coach possible" (25:58) Is Gerry McNamara ready to take over at Syracuse? (27:14) Importance of keeping busy in retirement (28:11) Jim Boeheim says THIS game is the BEST game he ever had a team play To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    35 min

  2. 23H AGO

    This is the WORST March Madness bubble EVER + Previewing Thursday's conference tournament matchups

    Jon Rothstein previews some of the BIGGEST conference tournament matchups ahead of Thursday's slate of games while also breaking down the bubble and the coaching carousel. What makes this the WORST bubble in March Madness history Conference tournament breakdown Taking a look at the Coaching Carousel & What to keep an eye on News & notes + Five games to watch To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37 min

  3. 3D AGO

    Dusty May details how Michigan has responded since LJ Cason injury & why Wolverines must now hunt for #1 overall seed

    Jon Rothstein sits down with Michigan head coach Dusty May to discuss the Wolverines’ remarkable finish to the regular season and what he’s learned about his team. May explains how the loss to Duke helped refocus the group, the challenge of navigating February scheduling, and what losing LJ Cason has meant for the rotation and bench development. He also dives into Elliott Cadeau’s impact, the lessons he’s taken from March Madness throughout his career, and why he’s focused more on improvement than Final Four expectations. Plus, May reflects on Big Ten Tournament strategy, the influence of Bob Knight’s philosophy, Morez Johnson Jr.’s growth, and the biggest keys for Michigan as it prepares for the NCAA Tournament. 0:00 Intro 0:15 29-2 to finish regular season 0:35 What he has learned about his team 1:20 Loss to Duke 2:10 February scheduling 2:45 Outright Big Ten season title but losing LJ Cason 4:20 What he's learning about his bench since Cason injury 5:25 Elliott Cadeau 6:15 Pressure at FAU 9:00 Highs & low of March Madness 10:30 Never thinks about going back to Final Four 11:00 Where Wolverines can keep improving 12:10 Big Ten Tournament thoughts 14:00 Appreciating the moment 16:30 Auburn matchup last year 17:20 Benefit of Chicago trip 18:20 Thinking about Coach Knight 20:45 Morez Johnson Jr. 21:45 How he'll remember this team 22:45 Biggest keys for tournament run To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    26 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Duke, Michigan, Arizona, Florida have separated themselves

    Four teams — Duke, Michigan, Arizona, and Florida — have separated themselves as the clear top tier in college basketball as conference tournament week begins. Jon Rothstein breaks down why those four programs stand above the rest and what it means for the race for No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament. Plus, hear from Michigan head coach Dusty May on where his team stands entering the postseason. We also take a deep dive into the conference tournament brackets across the ACC, Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, and SEC, react to the final AP Top 25 of the season, and run through the latest news and notes from around the country — including Nebraska tying a school-record 26 wins under Fred Hoiberg, St. John’s winning the Big East regular season title outright for the second straight year under Rick Pitino, and Donovan Dent’s incredible assist-to-turnover stretch for UCLA. Finally, we highlight several potential bid stealers to watch as championship week unfolds. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    50 min

  5. MAR 6

    Hubert Davis Provides Injury Update On Caleb Wilson + Breaks Down UNC's Path To Deep Tournament Run

    Jon Rothstein is joined by North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis for an exclusive interview. Hubert Davis breaks down the Tar Heels season so far, provides injuries updates for key players including Caleb Wilson and discusses what it will take for his team to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. (00:00) Intro (00:07) Flashback To 2022 Win Over Duke (1:20) Success Despite Injuries (2:20) Why Injuries Could Help Team Be Better (3:59) Caleb Wilson Latest (6:00) Importance of Derek Dixon (7:09) Where Seth Trimble’s Shot Ranks In Top Memories (8:47) Keys For UNC To Make Deep Run To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    12 min

  6. MAR 5

    Best PG In College Basketball | Award Discussions | Top Games To Watch | MUCH MORE!

    Jon Rothstein breaks down the latest headlines in college basketball, including why Darius Acuff is the best PG in the country, Big Ten / Big East updates and why this year’s bubble lacks pop. He also states his case for the current award races and provides his All-American teams. (00:00) Intro (1:49) Darius Acuff Best PG In CBB (5:03) Purdue, Michigan State & Michigan Talk (11:39) Big East Tournament Talk (14:26) NCAA Tournament Bubble Lacking Pop (18:11) Rothstein’s All-American Teams (22:05) Hubert Davis Update On Caleb Wilson (27:48) Coach Of The Year Discussion (30:19) Dan Hurley On What Motivates Him (33:30) Sixth Man Of The Year Discussion (38:36) Donovan Dent's Incredible Run (39:31) Jai Lucas Appreciation (40:27) Dark Side Of March (42:20) Top Games To Watch (43:32) Under-The-Radar Games To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min

  7. MAR 3

    Dan Hurley says he will never again coach a player like Alex Karaban + what he told Rick Pitino recently

    Jon Rothstein sits down with Dan Hurley to discuss UConn’s 27–3 season and what’s driving the Huskies as March approaches. Hurley reflects on his first March Madness memory, the different perspectives that come with championship expectations, and key moments from Alex Karaban’s development to this year’s “comeback” narrative. He breaks down UConn’s non-conference approach, whether the Big East should expand its schedule, the St. John’s matchup and potential rematch, and how this team compares to his recent title squads. Hurley also dives into the growth of Jaylin Stewart, Silas Demary Jr., Tarris Reed Jr., and Braylon Mullins, the importance of geography in the NCAA Tournament, lessons from past Final Fours, and what continues to fuel him as he chases another championship. 0:00 Intro 0:10 First March Madness memory 0:45 Different perspectives on March Madness 1:40 Alex Karaban moment 2:50 Karaban prototype in recruiting 4:00 How is UConn 27-3? 5:05 Non-conference in February 7:00 Should Big East go to 18-game conference sked?  8:30 St. John's matchup 9:30 Possible rematch vs. St. John's in conference tourney 12:00 "Comeback" this season 13:00 Comparing to title teams 14:55 This year's bench 16:30 Jaylin Stewart 16:55 Silas Demary Jr.  18:30 Tarris Reed Jr.  20:20 Importance of geography in NCAA Tournament 21:45 Making tournament at Rhode Island 23:45 Braylon Mullins 25:30 Thinking about another title 26:35 Final Four learnings 28:30 His driving force 31:00 Keys for UConn To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    36 min

  8. MAR 3

    Final No. 1 Seed Is Up For Grabs + Questions surround Michigan & Purdue

    The race for the final No. 1 seed is on as Florida and UConn battle for the last spot on the top line. We break down what the committee could value most — and whether Michigan and Purdue should be facing real concern in the Big Ten. Plus, why Duke’s defense deserves more respect, Brayden Burries’ rise at Arizona, Jon Rothstein’s reaction to the latest AP Top 25, key news from around the country, and the must-watch games that could shape the week ahead. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min
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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, College Basketball, Basketball, March Madness, NCAA Tournament, NBA Draft
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    139
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