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15 players that WILL BECOME STARS during the 2026-27 college basketball season

Jon 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)

Draft Episode for Sep 10, 2026

Jon Rothstein gives you 10 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 s

5 College Basketball Teams Ready to BREAK OUT in 2026-27

Jon 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 Okl

Todd Golden reveals the KEYS to Florida winning its second title in three years

Florida 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 tournam

How Pat Kelsey immediately rebuilt Louisville basketball

Jon Rothstein sits down with Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey to discuss his highly rated roster, Flory Bidunga's impact, the turn around at Louisville and plenty more.

Brad Underwood can't stop thinking about getting Illinois back to the Final Four

Jon Rothstein sits down with Illinois head coach Brad Underwood for a wide-ranging conversation following the Fighting Illini’s run to the Final Four and a look ahead at

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 a

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 any

Dan Hurley REFLECTS on UConn’s Title Run & Previews 2026-27

Dan Hurley joins Jon Rothstein entering his ninth season at UConn to reflect on another run to the national championship game, including Braylon Mullins’ unforgettable bu

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 a

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 he

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 off

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 m

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 t

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 Charlottesvill

Early 2026-27 ACC College Basketball Preview: Awards, Storylines & more! | Is this Jon Scheyer's best Duke team?

Jon Rothstein is back to take an in-depth look at the ACC ahead of the 2026-27 college basketball season. Biggest storylines, power rankings, preseason awards and more fo

Kevin Young details the importance of getting Rob Wright III back to BYU

Jon Rothstein is joined by BYU head coach Kevin Young to discuss the BYU brand, Rob Wright's return and what to expect from the Cougars in 2026-27. (0:00) Intro + Kevin

Tommy Lloyd on Arizona's Final Four Run & Why He Stayed

Tommy Lloyd joins Jon Rothstein after leading Arizona to a Final Four, a Big 12 championship, and earning Naismith Coach of the Year honors. Lloyd reflects on the Wildcat

Early 2026-27 Big 12 College Basketball Preview: Awards, Storylines & more!

Jon Rothstein breaks down the 2026-27 Big 12 Conference, explaining why there's no clear favorite after a massive offseason talent drain. He ranks all 16 teams, led by Ar

Fred Hoiberg relives the best Nebraska basketball season ever

Jon Rothstein sits down with Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg to relive the 2026 NCAA Tournament run and discuss how the Cornhuskers can build on that success moving forw