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Inside College Basketball Now
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.
Episodes
Inside College Basketball Now"Duplicate and multiply" - Greg Gard shares how Wisconsin needs to BUILD on the Michigan win
Jon Rothstein is joined by Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard on the heels of the Badgers beating Michigan in Ann Arbor. Jon and Greg discuss what makes Michigan…
Inside College Basketball NowMichigan is mortal, Arizona looks dominant + Fred Hoiberg's COY campaign & a CBB Blue Blood audit
Jon Rothstein is back on Inside College Basketball Now to break down an excited weekend in the sport. Michigan falls to Wisconsin while Arizona cruises yet…
Inside College Basketball NowMichigan, UConn TESTED: Why they’ll still make the Final Four I ICBBN
Jon Rothstein is back talking about Michigan and UConn facing some tough tests, Arkansas and Kentucky trading places and more. (0:00) Intro (1:55) UConn and…
Inside College Basketball NowMark Byington breaks down how his team brought winning back to Vanderbilt
Jon Rothstein is joined by Vanderbilt head coach Mark Byington to break down the 14-0 start for the Commodores, what it's like coaching in the SEC and the keys…
Inside College Basketball NowIs St. John's going to miss the tournament? + Darryn Peterson's newest setback & ACC's opening week
Jon Rothstein is back to break down a loaded weekend of college basketball. St. John's loses again, what's next for the red storm. Darryn Peterson was awesome…
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Michigan & UConn are in class of their own + Tobacco Road Updates & Nebraska's Opportunity
Michigan and UConn are beginning to separate themselves from the rest of the college basketball field — and the numbers back it up. We break down why both…
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How Fred Hoiberg Has Nebraska Among College Basketball’s Last Unbeaten & Why He Doesn't Plan on Touching Huskers Roster Midseason
Fred Hoiberg joins the show to discuss Nebraska’s perfect start and what’s fueling one of the most promising seasons in program history. He reflects on the…
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AJ Dybantsa's Historic Start, Purdue's Quiet Surge & January Pressure Points
We break down three big things shaping the college basketball landscape right now — starting with AJ Dybantsa’s eye-opening freshman season and why the next 60…
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How Dusty May quickly retooled Michigan to become the title favorite
Michigan head coach Dusty May joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his path from FAU’s historic Final Four run to quickly rebuilding Michigan into a national…
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Kentucky can exhale, Statements from Texas Tech & Houston + Midseason All-Americans!
Kentucky fans can finally exhale, Houston and Texas Tech deliver major résumé-building wins, and Hubert Davis continues to answer the bell as North Carolina…
Inside College Basketball NowWhy Mark Pope thinks Kentucky has 'unlimited potential' + Jayden Quaintance injury UPDATE
Kentucky head coach Mark Pope joins Jon Rothstein to discuss his relationship with Rick Pitino and what it will be like going up against his former head coach…
Inside College Basketball NowWhy UConn's path makes them a likely 1-seed in March Madness, Darius Acuff deserves MORE attention
Jon Rothstein is BACK breaking down UConn's path to a 1-seed in the NCAA tournament, why Darius Acuff deserves more national attention, the 5 best PG in…
Inside College Basketball NowUSC's Eric Musselman opens up about the CHALLENGES of being a west coast Big Ten team
Jon Rothstein sits down with USC head coach Eric Musselman to talk about coaching at both the college and NBA levels, how to build a basketball program and USC…
Inside College Basketball NowThe Big 12 could OWN the top 16 seeds + Duke & UConn's race for the East region & Nebraska is legit
Jon Rothstein is back with another episode of Inside College Basketball Now after a loaded weekend of college hoops. The Big 12 is the best conference in the…
Inside College Basketball NowNate Oats details transforming Alabama into a powerhouse, importance of Labaron Philon | ICBBN
Alabama coach Nate Oats joins Jon Rothstein to talk about his journey to college coaching, building Alabama into a powerhouse, the importance of Labaron Philon…
Inside College Basketball NowNebraska is SURGING, Michigan is UNSTOPPABLE + Big East NEEDS Notre Dame
Jon Rothstein is BACK breaking down Michigan's upcoming schedule, whether Notre Dame should join the Big East and MORE. (0:00) Intro 2:21 Who will put game…
Inside College Basketball NowFlorida's Todd Golden highlights where the Gators MUST IMPROVE to repeat as champions
Jon Rothstein sits down with Florida head coach Todd Golden to talk about the weight of defending a national championship, this year's Gators team and how he…
Inside College Basketball NowIowa State SENT A MESSAGE in Purdue blow out + CODE RED for Kentucky & Duke's Cam Boozer is the NPOY
Jon Rothstein is back to recap a massive weekend of college hoops! Iowa State put the entire country on notice against Purdue at Mackey Arena. Cameron Boozer…
Inside College Basketball NowPat Kelsey reflects on first loss, what makes Sananda Fru a KEY player for Louisville | ICBBN
Pat Kelsey joins Jon Rothstein to talk about the team's loss to Arkansas, looking ahead to Indiana and much more.
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What makes Arkansas the MOST COMPLETE team in the SEC + Donovan Dent is BACK on track I ICBBN
Jon Rothstein is BACK breaking down THREE BIG things in men's college basketball and giving his weekly rankings, plus five players that are FRONTRUNNERS for…
Inside College Basketball NowIndiana head coach Darian DeVries breaks down the 7-0 START for the Hoosiers & KEYS to Big Ten play
Jon Rothstein sits down with first-year Indiana head coach Darian DeVries to talk about the 7-0 start to the season, his roster and being alongside his son…
Inside College Basketball NowCan Michigan, Purdue or Michigan State end the Big Ten drought? + Big 12 depth & UConn's Big East superiority
Jon Rothstein is back after a loaded Feast Week! The Big Ten has two elite teams at the top of its league. Is this the year the conference finally ends its…
Inside College Basketball NowArkansas' John Calipari details what Darius Acuff & Meleek Thomas NEED TO LEARN to be successful
Arkansas head coach John Calipari joins Jon Rothstein ahead of Arkansas vs. Duke on Thanksgiving to discuss this year's team, the state of college basketball…
Inside College Basketball NowHow Purdue could RUN THE TABLE into 2026 + Feast Week! Players Era Festival & Maui/Battle 4 Atlantis
Jon Rothstein is back to discuss Purdue's dominant win over Texas Tech and how long they could stay undefeated. Then, the Players Era Festival headlines a…
Inside College Basketball NowAdrian Autry details recruiting Kiyan Anthony to Syracuse, succession plan with Jim Boeheim and the Orange outlook this season
Syracuse head coach Adrian Autry joins the show to share his journey from growing up a fan of the Orange to leading the program today. He reflects on his…
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What makes this the GOLDEN ERA of Alabama basketball + THIS team has the BEST resume in CBB
This is ONLY November and Jon Rothstein is back breaking down this being the golden era of Alabama basketball, Arizona's resume and MORE. (0:00) Intro (3:51)…
Inside College Basketball NowBrad Underwood details Illinois' approach to building a HEAVY international roster & rebuilding the program
On today’s episode, Jon Rothstein sits down with Illinois head coach Brad Underwood for a wide-ranging conversation on the Illini’s strong start and the…
Inside College Basketball NowPurdue & UConn are the best teams in nation SO FAR + What's going on with Darryn Peterson?
On today’s episode, Jon Rothstein breaks down why UConn and Purdue have clearly separated themselves as the two best teams in college basketball. Jon also…
Inside College Basketball NowArizona's Tommy Lloyd reveals Koa Peat reminds him of Larry Johnson, breaks down TOUGH non-conference schedule
Jon Rothstein is joined by Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd to talk about his favorite vacation spots, the decision to leave Gonzaga for Arizona, the importance…
Inside College Basketball NowWhat Makes Alabama/Purdue a Final Four caliber game + UCLA frontcourt faces test against Arizona
Jon Rothstein is BACK previewing some premier matchups on the college basketball slate. (0:00) Intro (3:15) Alabama/Purdue is a Final Four caliber game (18:12)…
Inside College Basketball NowHUGE Weekend for UNC, Indiana & Georgetown + Alabama takes over the Garden & Arkansas' ceiling
Jon Rothstein is back on the heels of a massive weekend in college hoops. Three massive brands show signs of real potential this weekend and the Crimson Tide…
Inside College Basketball NowCoach K breaks down Cameron Boozer & this year's Duke team + his thoughts on possible NCAA Tournament expansion
Mike Krzyzewski joins to reflect on life after retirement and how his relationship with the game has changed. He says he doesn’t miss the act of coaching, just…
Inside College Basketball NowGeorgetown's Ed Cooley reveals what he LEARNED about his team from Kentucky exhibition win
Georgetown head coach Ed Cooley joins Jon Rothstein to talk everything from leaving Providence for Georgetown, the team's exhibition game win over Kentucky and…
Inside College Basketball NowWhat makes North Carolina’s showdown vs. Kansas a MASSIVE game + Alabama has a tough road ahead
It's only November but there's already some big games on the books. Jon Rothstein is breaking down what makes North Carolina's showdown vs. Kansas so big for…
Inside College Basketball NowKoa Peat & Arizona make a STATEMENT + BYU vs. Nova & Duke vs. Texas feels like a Round of 32 game
The college basketball season is FINALLY here. Jon Rothstein is back to break down opening night action from Koa Peat's 30-point statement for Arizona to AJ…
Inside College Basketball NowNCAA SVP of Basketball Dan Gavitt reveals the latest on possible NCAA Tournament expansion
Jon Rothstein sits down with NCAA Senior Vice President of Basketball, Dan Gavitt, for a wide-ranging conversation on the state — and future — of college…
Inside College Basketball NowJon Rothstein's 2025-26 Preseason All-America Teams! | Inside College Basketball Now
Less than a week away from the 2025-26 college basketball season, Jon Rothstein dishes out his All-America teams for the best players in college basketball…
Inside College Basketball Now5 BOLD Predictions for 2025-26: UConn vs. St. John's, Arkansas' Ceiling & NCAA Tournament Bids
On the doorstep of the 2025-26 college basketball season, Jon Rothstein shares five bold predictions for the year. From NCAA Tournament bids to Big East foes…
Inside College Basketball NowNorth Carolina Coach Hubert Davis REVEALS position size was a PRIORITY in building the roster
Jon Rothstein sits down with North Carolina Tar Heels coach Hubert Davis to preview their 2025-2026 season. 01:55 - Differences in year 5 and year 1 02:52 - Is…
Inside College Basketball NowKentucky Rolls in Exhibition vs. Purdue + Fabulous Freshmen & UConn's Growing Injury Bug
Jon Rothstein provides the latest around college basketball and reports from his recent travels to practice around the country. A notable exhibition result…
Inside College Basketball Now5 SEC Questions for 2025-26: Florida's Back-to-Back Bid, Kentucky's Depth & the Freshman to Watch
Jon Rothstein poses five questions for the SEC ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season. How will the SEC backup it's record NCAA Tournament bids in…
Inside College Basketball NowFive Big Ten Questions For 2025-26: Final Four Or Bust For Purdue?, Donovan Dent's Impact & Sleeper
Jon's conference previews turn to the Big Ten where Purdue is the favorite -- is it Final Four or bust for the Boilermakers? Jon highlights that and much more!…
Inside College Basketball NowTexas Tech's Grant McCasland shares the KEYS to a Final Four after last year's Elite Eight run
Texas Tech head coach Grant McCasland joins Jon Rothstein to talk about last year's Elite Eight run, what it's like coaching such a powerful offensive team and…
Inside College Basketball NowFlorida's STACKED Frontcourt + Kansas' Low Expectations & St. John's is better defensively right now
Jon Rothstein provides the latest around college basketball and reports from his recent travels to practice around the country. (0:00) Intro (2:15) Florida’s…
Inside College Basketball NowAuburn's Steven Pearl details taking over for his father at Auburn & his first days as head coach
Auburn first-year head coach Steven Pearl joins Jon Rothstein to discuss taking over the program, year one as the lead man, his roster and one of the most…
Inside College Basketball Now5 Big 12 Questions for 2025-26: Houston's Youth, Kansas & Darryn Peterson, BYU & AJ Dybantsa
Jon Rothstein poses five questions for the Big 12 ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season. Can Houston continue it's Big 12 dominance? Is Kansas ready…
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5 Big Questions For The Big East -- Can UConn BOUNCE BACK; Can St. John's Live Up To the HYPE?
It's the Big East's turn as Jon has five big questions for the Big East -- including whether or not UConn can bounce back to being a title contender and…
Inside College Basketball NowGonzaga's Mark Few breaks down a DEEP and EXPERIENCED roster for 2025-26
Gonzaga head coach Mark Few joins Jon Rothstein to discuss the NCAA Tournament expansion, this year's roster in Spokane and getting back to another Final Four…
Inside College Basketball NowThe BIGGEST Questions for St. John's & Duke + North Carolina & NC State Status Report
Jon Rothstein provides the latest around college basketball and reports from his recent travels to practice around the country. (0:00) Intro + three weeks from…
Inside College Basketball NowThe TOP FIVE ACC Questions -- Will Duke be BETTER than last year?; Darrion Williams = ACCPOY?
Our conference previews roll on as Jon has some questions for the Atlantic Coast Conference members. Specifically, can Duke repeat or improve on last year's…
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5 MASSIVE Non Power 5 Questions -- Does Gonzaga have STAYING POWER? Can Mountain West go multi-bid?
Fans of teams in the non-power 5 conferences were probably wonder when Jon was going to preview their seasons. Wonder no more as Jon unveils his five MASSIVE…
Inside College Basketball NowPurdue's Matt Painter calls this year his BEST CHANCE to win a National Championship
Purdue head coach Matt Painter joins Jon Rothstein to discuss the upcoming season, why this is the team best equipped to win a title and what it means to get…
Inside College Basketball NowA 76-Team NCAA Tournament?! + Tahaad Pettiford STAYING at Auburn & Hoya Paranoia!
Jon Rothstein has been on the road again! After another trip taking in preseason practice across the country, he's back to report on what he saw. Plus the…
Inside College Basketball Now5 DARK HORSE Candidates for the 2026 Final Four | College Basketball
Jon Rothstein identifies five dark horse candidates for the 2025 Final Four. There is always one collection of teams that are dubbed "Final Four contenders"…
Inside College Basketball Now15 Players That Will Become STARS During the 2025-26 College Basketball Season
Jon Rothstein identifies 15 soon-to-be stars of college basketball. Rosters change, transfers come in and big roles need to be filled each and every season. In…
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Michigan HC Dusty May believes the Wolverines have enough TO WIN IT ALL
Jon sits down with Michigan Head Coach Dusty May to discuss what he learned in his first year on the job, why he believes this year the Wolverines can win a…
Inside College Basketball NowDan Hurley is CONVINCED his flirtations with the NBA are OVER + why he wants to coach UConn forever
UConn coach Dan Hurley opens up on writing his new book, his journey through coaching, and the challenges of growing up in Bobby Hurley’s shadow. He reflects…
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BYU's Richie Saunders is the STAR in practice; Brandon Garrison = Most Important Wildcat?
Jon returns from his first leg of his College Basketball walkabout to give you the scoop on multiple teams, including BYU, Arizona, and more. Also, is Brandon…
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The TEN MOST ANTICIPATED Non-Con games of 2025- 2026
Jon breaks down his ten most anticipated non-con matchups of 2025 -2026.
Inside College Basketball Now10 Head Coaches ON THE RISE in 2025-26 | College Basketball
Jon Rothstein gives you 10 head coaches to keep an eye on in 2025-26. A mid major coach faces a host of challenges. From NIL struggles to scheduling hurdles…