Inside College Basketball Now
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Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is a CBS Sports podcast covering college basketball year-round. Rothstein breaks down the biggest storylines in the sport and shares insider reporting. The show features in-depth interviews with top coaches from around the country. It offers analysis and access to the people and decisions shaping college hoops.
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Jon Rothstein's 2026-27 Preseason All-Americans 26.10.2026 27mThe 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 NOWWe'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. -
Rick Pitino's brutally honest St. John's roster assessment, possible Kentucky matchups & real reason for contract extension 23.10.2026 23mRick 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. -
5 BOLD predictions for the 2026-27 season: SEC could dominate, Michigan State to Final Four? 22.10.2026 30mJon 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
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Grant McCasland Opens Up on JT Toppin, Texas Tech's Roster & March Madness Hopes 20.10.2026 28mTexas 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 -
5 Burning Questions for the Big 12 in 2026-27 19.10.2026 28mJon Rothstein tackles the biggest burning questions surrounding the Big 12 ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. With Houston and Arizona leading the pack, is there a true favorite? How many NCAA Tournament bids could the conference earn in a potential 76-team field?Plus, can Kansas return to national prominence with the addition of Trey Kaufman-Renn? Rothstein also breaks down Texas Tech's loaded roster, why West Virginia could be a sleeper, and what to expect from one of college basketball's deepest conferences.(0:00) Intro(0:45) Big 12 Conference Favorites(3:58) NCAA Tournament Bids(12:45) Can Kansas Return to Dominance?(18:30) Texas Tech Expectations(22:30) Big 12 Sleeper Team🎥 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 -
5 Burning Questions For the Big East in 2026-27 16.10.2026 26mJon Rothstein is BACK answering 5 of his biggest questions surrounding the Big East. (0:30) 2-team race (5:15) UConn X-Factor (13:00) St. John's (18:55) How many teams in tournament? (23:45) Who is the sleeper?
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Mark Few Reveals How Gonzaga Went From Cinderella to College Basketball POWERHOUSE 13.10.2026 32mGonzaga head coach Mark Few joins Jon Rothstein to reflect on 37 years with the Bulldogs, from his early days as a graduate assistant to building one of college basketball's most consistent national powers. Few discusses Gonzaga's rise from Cinderella to perennial contender, his Hall of Fame career, and why he's remained loyal to the program.Coming off a 31-4 season, Few also previews the 2026-27 Bulldogs, including Braden Huff, Massamba Diop, Davis Fogle, and key newcomers. Plus, Gonzaga's move to the Pac-12, its challenging non-conference schedule, and the biggest keys to success this season.(0:00) Welcome Mark Few(0:30) John Stockton(0:52) Coaching Career(2:05) 1999 Team(3:40) Becoming Head Coach(4:58) From Cinderella to Elite(8:50) March Madness Consistency(11:29) Hall of Fame(13:50) Staying at Gonzaga(15:30) Upcoming Season(17:34) Braden Huff(19:22) Massamba Diop(20:10) Davis Fogle(21:25) Newcomers(23:00) Pac-12 Conference(24:50) Non-Conference Schedule(28:38) Keys to Success(30:10) Who Plays Mark Few?🎥 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 -
5 BURNING Questions For the SEC in 2026-27: Who Challenges Florida, What Does LSU's Roster Look Like + More 12.10.2026 27mJon Rothstein is BACK answering 5 of his biggest questions surrounding the SEC.0:00 Intro 0:50 Who is the SEC’s best team after Florida? 8:03 How good is Kentucky? 13:26 What should we expect from LSU? 18:55 How many teams from the SEC will play in the 2027 NCAA Tournament? 22:18 Who is the sleeper? -
5 BURNING Questions for the ACC in 2026-27 | College Basketball 08.10.2026 27mJon Rothstein identifies 5 burning questions for the ACC heading into the 2026-27 college basketball season.(0:00) Intro + 5 questions for the ACC(0:50) Can anyone challenge Duke?(7:15) What are reasonable expectations for Michael Malone’s first season at UNC?(15:00) What kind of impact will the Class of 2022 have on the ACC’s perception?(20:02) Will the ACC get mileage out of its diminished brands?(23:50) Who are the sleepers in the ACC?🎥 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📱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 NOWWe'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. -
5 BURNING Questions For the Big Ten | College Basketball 05.10.2026 32mJon Rothstein answers his biggest questions surrounding the Big Ten. 0:00 Intro1:02 Does the Big Ten have a clear-cut favorite?6:02 What can Michigan do for an encore? 13:16 What will Purdue look like without Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer and Trey Kaufman-Renn? 19:18 How many teams from the Big Ten will play in the 2027 NCAA tournament? 28:16 Who is the sleeper in the Big Ten?
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5 DARK HORSE candidates for the 2027 Final Four | College Basketball 01.10.2026 22mJon Rothstein identifies five dark horse candidates for the 2027 Final Four. Will one of these teams make a surprise run to Detroit?(0:00) Intro + Let’s talk dark horse Final Four teams!(1:35) Injuries are the biggest question for USC(6:01) St. John’s still has Rick Pitino and a very good perimeter(12:44) Virginia is hiding in plain sight(16:08) Arkansas’ defense will be a real issue in the tournament(20:42) Miami has impressive talent on the roster🎥 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 NOWWe'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. -
10 non-power-conference teams you can't miss in 2026-27 | College Basketball 28.09.2026 31mJon Rothstein dishes out 10 non-power-conference college basketball teams to watch out for during the 2026-27 season.(0:00) Intro + Let’s talk non-power conference teams to watch(2:00) Gonzaga is starting a new era(6:10) Utah State in year one under Ben Jacobson(8:56) San Diego State is trying to right the ship in the NIL era(13:12) Santa Clara has the resources to be the standard of new WCC(16:40) Saint Mary’s has a guy following the guy on the sideline(18:56) VCU is coming off a win over UNC in the NCAA Tournament(21:30) Saint Louis has retention uncommon for a non-power-conference program(23:35) Penn has former high-major talent headlining its roster(25:50) New Mexico has a great backcourt(27:45) UC Irvine has a very good coach leading the way🎥 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 NOWWe'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. -
The TEN MOST ANTICIPATED Non-Con games of 2026- 27 season 24.09.2026 19mJon Rothstein breaks down his top ten most anticipated non-conference matchups of the 2026 -2027 season.(0:00) - Intro(1:30) - 10th game(3:07) - 9th game(5:10) - 8th game(7:00) - 7th game(8:40) - 6th game(10:30) - 5th game(12:15) - 4th game(14:15) - 3rd game(16:42) - 2nd game(18:13) - 1st game
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The TOP Non-Conference Games To Watch (Part 1) 21.09.2026 24mJon Rothstein is back breaking down some of the TOP non-conference matchups to watch ahead of the 2026-27 CBB season.0:00 Intro1:30 No. 20: Xavier at Cincinnati4:03 No. 19: Kentucky at Virginia5:37 No. 18: Michigan at Villanova 7:11 No. 17: UCLA vs. Gonzaga9:38 No. 16: Indiana vs. Kentucky 11:53 No. 15: Arizona at St. John’s 14:19 No. 14: Arkansas vs. Michigan State16:54 No. 13: UConn vs. Illinois 219:57 No. 12: UConn vs. Virginia 22:47 No. 11: Kentucky vs. North Carolina -
Jon Scheyer is committed to Duke for the long haul + Blue Devils season preview 18.09.2026 29mDuke head coach Jon Scheyer joins the show for an in-depth conversation about entering his fifth season leading the Blue Devils, taking over for Coach K and what he’s learned since stepping into one of the biggest jobs in college basketball. Scheyer discusses his relationship with Coach K, the succession plan at Duke, last season’s Elite Eight loss to UConn and how he evaluates a successful season without a championship attached. He also addresses NBA interest, including the Mavericks job, and why he remains committed to Duke. Plus, Scheyer previews this year’s Blue Devils, breaking down the roster’s depth, returning players, John Blackwell, the newcomers and freshman class, potential four-guard lineups, the schedule and what it will take for Duke to get back to the Final Four.
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5 teams that could OVERACHIEVE this season 17.09.2026 26mJon Rothstein breaks down some unexpected teams to look out for.
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15 players that WILL BECOME STARS during the 2026-27 college basketball season 14.09.2026 27mJon Rothstein identifies 15 players that will become stars during the 2026-27 college basketball season. Did your team's best player make the list? (0:00) Intro(2:10) David Mirkovic(4:15) Trey McKenney(5:40) Shelton Henderson(7:40) Jordan Scott(9:30) Alijah Arenas(11:45) Killyan Toure(13:10) Trent Perry(15:15) Jaylen Petty(17:00) Pryce Sandfort(18:35) David Punch(21:25) Chance Mallory(22:55) Billy Richmond III(24:30) Braden Huff(25:35) Amari Allen(26:55) Rob Wright III🎥 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 NOWWe'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. -
11 coaches on the RISE in 2026-27 10.09.2026 25mJon Rothstein gives you 11 head coaches to keep an eye on in 2026-27. Jon identifies 10 head coaches on the rise in the 2025-26 college basketball season that you could see on a power conference sideline in the near future.0:00 - Intro1:20 - Josh Schertz5:00 - Tony Skinn7:10 - Phil Martelli Jr10:00 - Flynn Clayton13:40 - Takayo Siddle15:30 - Speedy Claxton17:10 - Travis Steele18:37- Eric Olen21:22 - Kenny Blakeney22:50 - Nolan Smith24:30 - Bill Armstrong
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5 College Basketball Teams Ready to BREAK OUT in 2026-27 08.09.2026 29mJon Rothstein reveals his five teams on the rise entering the 2026-27 college basketball season. Why should you be buying stock in USC, Texas, Villanova, Missouri and Oklahoma State before the season tips off?Rothstein breaks down what changed for each program, the players who could fuel their rise and just how high each team’s ceiling could be this season.(0:00) Intro(1:02) USC(6:47) Texas(13:27) Villanova(20:00) Missouri(25:07) Oklahoma State🎥 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💵 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 INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL NOWWe'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. -
Todd Golden reveals the KEYS to Florida winning its second title in three years 03.09.2026 25mFlorida head coach Todd Golden sits down with Jon Rothstein to discuss all things Gators for the 2026-27 season, as well as reflecting on last season and the NCAA tournament loss to Iowa. Additionally, they discuss which players could impact Florida the most this season - and why there's no awkwardness with Denzel Aberdeen in his return.0:00 Intro & The Golden’s vacation destination for 20260:28 On this being the first offseason he’s had to gather himself 0:58 What he’s learned to help make Florida an elite program again2:05 Does the Iowa loss usurp the loss to Colorado in the NCAA tournament? 3:10 On remembering last season’s success but also NCAA tournament loss to Iowa4:20 What it was like to watch the Final Four after winning the natty the year prior5:04 On being a head coach in the current CBB climate6:00 What Denzel Aberdeen adds to Florida if deemed eligible 7:17 Was there any awkwardness in the reunion with Denzel? 8:04 The biggest reason Florida is able to retain players in the current CBB climate9:59 How this year’s team compares to the previous two Florida squads 11:01 Which returners will make the biggest impact for Florida? 12:04 Depth of Florida’s rotation this season12:30 Where does Alex Condon fit within this Gators squad? 14:17 Todd Golden thinks the SEC will return to being the best league in America15:14 What it will be like getting to host Duke in Gainesville 16:31 Does he have any interest in coaching in the NBA? 17:51 Why having success at Florida makes it harder to leave18:45 How Todd’s relationship with Billy Donovan has grown 20:09 How Billy helped him understand the Florida fanbase, expectations 21:09 On knowing his team will be defined by what happens in March Madness22:33 How often does he think about winning a second national championship? 23:21 Keys for Florida to win its second national title in three years
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