College Hoops Today With Jon Rothstein

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Purdue's Matt Painter has raised expectations for the program over the years but where do the Boilermakers go from here? They're coming off their first Final Four appearance since 1980 but are without Zach Edey. Find out why coach loves this year's team! Can Trey Kaufman-Renn become the offensive focal point? Which other returnees make the biggest jump? Why it's all about having skill and size. Why coach will be watching the Big Ten conference with fresh eyes. And what are the biggest keys to again being in the mix for a Big Ten regular season title? Plus, is the preseason in college basketball too long?

Indiana's Mike Woodson is looking forward to his fourth season as the head coach at his alma mater. A big reason, a very productive summer in the transfer portal. Is this the most talented roster in the Big Ten? How about the best roster he's ever had at Indiana? With out a doubt says coach! The deepest for sure. Coach explains how if someone goes down, there is someone to back them up and give quality support until they get back. Something they struggled with that last season, he's hoping that won't be the case this year. Find out about the newcomers and returning players. Why competition is healthy and how he welcomes a coast-to-coast league. And why watching the tournament from home last year is a major motivator for this year's Hoosiers. Plus, could UConn join the Big 12? And the Maui Invitational and Battle for Atlantis brackets are set!

San Diego State's Brian Dutcher followed up and appearance in the National Championship game with a trip to the Sweet 16. What's in store for Aztecs this season? Which newcomers make the biggest impact? And who amongst the returnees is poised for a big season? Can they maintain their high standards on defense and rebound at an elite level? The Mountain West got 6 teams into the NCAA Tournament last year, but Portal Kombat claimed a lot of the league's talent... Coach discusses how you must adapt to stay ahead. Why he looks to stay aggressive in their non-conference scheduling. And his feelings post conference realignment and how they're dictating their own narrative. Plus, a full Mountain West Conference offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

NC State's Kevin Keatts is enjoying the excitement and buzz generated from the Wolfpack's stellar run to the Final Four last season. What will they do for an encore? Coach discusses the twists and turns of last year and explains what led to the magical run. We talk about this year's squad and how he will lean on the returning core. What is the key to mixing in new players into a program? What must the ACC do to get more teams into the NCAA Tournament? Does it come down to scheduling well and winning early? And what marquee games are on tap for this year for the Wolfpack? Plus, a full ACC offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

Florida's Todd Golden looks to build off the success of last season and he believes raising their defensive play will be a big a key. What does he make of this year's squad? Which returner makes the biggest jump and who is the biggest addition? They were a potent offensive team last year, who do they try to emulate on that side of the ball? With the SEC expanding, does a 20-game league schedule make sense for them? What it's like to coach against a mentor. And could we see the SEC with as many as 10 teams in the NCAA Tournament? Plus, a full SEC offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

UCLA's Mick Cronin is excited to lead a more experienced Bruins team into a new chapter; as they get set to enter the Big Ten. Why it's all about winning at UCLA. A breakdown of the incoming players. Who steps up from last year's squad? How hard will it be to build chemistry with so many new faces? Adjusting to the intensity and environments of the Big Ten. Why bouncing back quickly after losses will be key. And is this the deepest team he's had in Westwood so far? Plus, a full Big Ten offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

Arizona State's Bobby Hurley is excited but knows he has his work cut out for himself, as the Sundevils get set to enter the mighty Big Twelve. Can they handle the step up in weight class? His thoughts on joining one of the top conferences in the nation. What did he think about the Pac 12 dissolving? Thoughts on the roster he's assembled though recruiting and the portal. How much more time and effort is he putting into NIL? Why he still wants to have a competitive non-conference schedule. What was it like watching UConn and his brother, Dan Hurley, win back-to-back National Championships? Motivation? The importance of building a dominate homecourt advantage in the Big Twelve. And can the Sundevils get back to the NCAA Tournament? Plus, a full Big Twelve offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

Xavier's Sean Miller has a recalibrated roster and is looking to make some noise in the Big East this season. What did he take away from last year and how will he implement the lessons learned? Why there's a difference in having depth and having game experience. Discussing the new additions to the team and a Jerome Hunter update. How a year off will help Zach Freemantle. The importance of establishing a defensive identity this season. Could we see more than three teams from the Big East make it into the NCAA Tournament? And what must happen for Xavier to be a team that can advance in the 2025 NCAA Tournament? Plus, a full Big East offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

Saint Louis' Josh Schertz was a D-2 coach for a long time before leading Indiana State to success last year and now finds himself coaching in the Atlantic 10! How excited is he to be the Billikens' new coach? Thoughts on his roster? What retaining Gibson Jimerson does for the program. How can the Atlantic 10 maximize representation in the NCAA Tournament? How to schedule your way through the non-conference schedule. And why can Saint Louis be a factor at the top of the Atlantic 10? Plus, a full Atlantic 10 offseason breakdown and preview of what's to come this season!

Washington's Danny Sprinkle feels like he's living in a movie. Find out how coach landed with the Huskies as they head to the Big Ten. Thoughts on the team he's put together so far. Taking on the Big Ten... From travel to physicality. Year one goals. Non-Conference scheduling philosophy. And why it's all about getting in the right mindset. Plus, 18 weeks away from college basketball! Notable opening night games.

West Virginia's Darian DeVries is settling into his new post nicely and is excited to usher in a new era of Mountaineers basketball. What are realistic expectations in year one? What was it like putting together a power conference roster from scratch? Has Bob Huggins been in touch? His thoughts on the mighty Big 12. Non-Conference scheduling update. And the biggest adjustment needed when going from a mid-major to power conference basketball. Plus, the NCAA Tournament expanding? Jon explains why that's a bad idea. And why it could be a big night for the ACC and Big East in the 2024 NBA Draft.

New coach, new conference! SMU's Andy Enfield enters his first year as head coach of the Mustangs while the program enters its first year in the ACC. Find out some of the factors that went into his decision to leave USC for SMU. How he plans to get SMU back in the national spotlight. Can they compete right away? Thoughts on his roster and potentially adding more this summer. Using the geographical advantage of being the only ACC school in the state of Texas. And what are realistic year one goals? Plus, the Big Twelve adds more talent and the 2024 ACC/SEC Challenge is set!

Oklahoma State's Steve Lutz is excited about the opportunity to lead the Cowboys back to the NCAA Tournament. In his past three seasons as a head coach, he's made the NCAA Tournament. We ask him why he's been so successful right out of the gate at his new schools. Discussing how being named the new head coach at Oklahoma State is a dream come true but also a little daunting. His thoughts on the ultra-competitive Big 12 conference and the roster he's put together so far. What is the right mix of college transfers to high school prospects? Non-Conference schedule talk... A rivalry continued at a neutral court. An alumna kicks off his coaching career. And what are year one goals for Coach Lutz at Oklahoma State? Plus, exploring Dan Hurley's decision to stay at UConn.

Eric Musselman is feeling right at home on the campus of USC and is planning to lean into his past coaching experience to lead the Trojans into the Big 10. His thoughts and ideas on coaching in a coast-to-coast league. How about the roster he's put together? Is there room to add? The importance of building a home court advantage. How they will approach the non-conference schedule. And what are his year one goals? Plus, the dust is still settling after the NBA draft deadline came and went but find out which SEC team Jon thinks is a clear winner.

BYU's Kevin Young is excited to make the transition from the NBA to the world of college basketball. He discusses what went into his decision and why BYU was always on his mind. What's his model for style of play? His thoughts on the current roster and what they are looking to add. How the NBA background of his staff is a major recruiting tool. The home court advantage gained at the Marriott Center in Provo. Stepping into the Big 12 for the first time. And is getting to the NCAA Tournament the goal for this season? Plus, the NBA draft deadline is approaching, some top players yet to decide. And could the SEC be a 10-bid league?

Pat Kelsey is humbled and thankful to be coaching at Louisville's tradition rich program; but just how quickly can the Cardinals get back to their Championship ways? Find out coaches' philosophy on the game of basketball and the lessons he learned from Skip Prosser. What type of players does he value and how is the roster filling out? How was it leaving College of Charleston after all the success he had there? Rounding out the non-conference schedule. And what year one goals is he looking to achieve? Plus, Jon explains how the SEC dropped the ball on the scheduling of a key matchup. And all in on Cincinnati?

Our new coach's series rolls along with Kentucky's Mark Pope! Be sure to listen to this episode as coach tells the story of how he landed his dream job at Kentucky. We learn about his philosophies, influences, and year one goals. How much did his time at BYU prepare him for this moment? A breakdown of his current roster. Find out just how badly he wants to welcome Rick Pitino back to Rupp Arena. And we dive into the scheduling dynamics at a blue blood program. Plus, could a recent addition at St. John's equate to the best back court in the Big East? Why UCLA is the nation's most intriguing team right now. And Rutgers is "hitting the road"! That's all on this episode of the one and only, College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein!

Stanford's Kyle Smith is thrilled to be the new head coach of the Cardinal. Find out what his year one goals are. How he plans to build a consistent winner at Stanford. His thoughts on what it will be like playing in the ACC. And his recruiting philosophy going forward. Plus, Alabama and Ohio State continue loading up in "Portal Kombat".